July 2023

July: Gone Fishin’ The dog days of summer are upon us, bringing hot days and long evenings. It’s time to take a breather, schedule vacations and maybe grab some time by a lake or ocean. Here at BC CRN, we are slowing down, taking a newsletter break until September and planning great fall programming. Check the website in August for news of our first fall Provincial Learning Event.  This month, we’re bringing you stories about National Indigenous History Month, Pride events across the regions, highlights from WEAAD and more. Enjoy your summer! 

CRNs IN THE COMMUNITY

CRNs Launch Into Summer with Tours, Talks and Take-Away June is the busiest month on the calendar for CRNs across the province. Its National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day, and the beginning of Pride Season across Canada. There were also countless events and activities around the province to spotlight seniors’ issues. Read the full story for highlights

Aging and Driving Workshop in Saanich Peninsula If you were no longer able to drive, would you know how to maintain your independence and navigate other ways of getting around? The Aging and Driving workshop had speakers and resources to equip seniors with safe driving tips and options for alternative transportation. Read about highlights from the workshop 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

CRNs Celebrate World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2023 WEAAD is our top event of the year and our CRNs pulled out all the stops. The province was painted purple with flowers, signs, banners, an official proclamation was read in the capital and purple lights contrasted the night sky!  Read more for event highlights and photos 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

AGM Held June 22 Our AGM was held on June 22, 2023. A big thank you goes to outgoing Board Director Cheryl Martin for years of service and dedication. She will be greatly missed.  We are excited to welcome Joyce Okofo Adjei to the Board. We look forward to her new insights and energy as we continue our mandate of education and advocacy. 

FEATURED STORIES

How Will You Spend National Indigenous Peoples Day? It’s beautiful that National Indigenous Peoples Day lands on June 21 each year, the summer solstice. This day is the beginning of berry picking season, powwows and many significant gatherings for Indigenous People across Canada. Indigenous organizations, sometimes with non-Indigenous partners, host events that celebrate and share their culture. A growing number of nations and urban organizations invite the general public to join in the celebrations, offering great chances to learn more about local customs and stories, enjoy dancing and taste traditional foods. Read more

UPCOMING EVENTS

We’re taking a break from events over the summer and look forward to seeing you at the September Provincial Learning Event. Check the website in August for more information!

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BC CRN acknowledges the generous financial support of the Province of British Columbia. For more on the BC CRN and our free programs, visit us at bccrns.ca.

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