According to Statistics Canada, most Canadians would rather work less than retire. Although the idea of retirement is alluring to some, according to a recent report from Statistics Canada most Canadians would prefer to continue working. "It is a very emotional experience when you say goodbye to something you've done for so long," Cluff told Daybreak Kamloops. According to Statistics Canada, health is one of the top considerations for people deciding when to retire. Statistics Canada says people retiring for health or disability are more likely to have stopped working at a younger age.