April 2021
The Results Are In!
The results from our 2020 survey continue showing Community Response Networks (CRNs) positively impacting communities. Read more.
National Volunteer Week 2021: Message from the ED

Read BC CRN Executive Director Sherry Baker's message of thanks to all volunteers who made a difference in our communities on National Volunteer Week (April 18-24) and throughout the year. Read more.
Spreading the Word on Advanced Care Planning to Seniors in the Cowichan Valley

A partnership between the Cowichan Community Response Network (CRN) through Volunteer Cowichan, Island Health, Division of Family Practice, Our Cowichan, and Youth 20/20 Can Cowichan is helping seniors in the Cowichan Valley have conversations about advanced care planning. Read more.
Building a Village to Connect a City’s People

An intergenerational arts and crafts project safely brought families, children and seniors together and reinvigorated connections and relationships during the pandemic. Read more.
Regional Mentor
(Cariboo-Chilcotin)
Contract Opportunity

We’re looking for a Regional Mentor for our new Cariboo-Chilcotin region! This area includes 100 Mile House and the South Cariboo.

Deadline for applications:
May 7, 2021. Read more.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2021
Will You Help Us Shine a Light on Adult Abuse on June 15?

Join us and show the world your "purple power"!

Let's raise awareness on adult abuse together on June 15. Read more.
CRNs at Work

Our CRNs have been hard at work all month. Check out the photos and see what they've been up to!

CRNs: You've been busy! Read more.
Volunteer of the Month
We're thrilled to profile the dynamic duo of Alex Hobart and Mike MacDougall out of the Fraser Lake CRN as our volunteer team of the month!

Thank you, Alex and Mike, for all you are doing for seniors and vulnerable adults in your community! Read more.
Provincial Learning Event
The Métis People
May 18, 2021, 10:30 AM - 12 PM (PST)

Sign up today for this free online session with Mr. Daniel Fontaine, Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Minister for Métis Nation BC (MNBC).

Email info@bccrns.ca to receive email notifications of upcoming sessions.
Professional Development Events & Campaigns
There are plenty of campaigns to get involved in and professional development events are back on the menu!

Learn more about what is currently being offered for 2021...including World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2021! Read more.
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BC CRN acknowledges the generous financial support of the Province of British Columbia.

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