November 2022
Sunshine Coast Communities Respond to Federal Ageism Consultation

The Pender Harbour Health Centre, the Sunshine Coast CRN, and several local agencies, the team organized a daylong event that included the consultation, ageism education, networking, and socializing. Read more.
Resource Spotlight

Check out our synopses of Understanding Social Isolation and Loneliness (2022) by the National Institute on Ageing and RTOERO Foundation; and 
An Examination of the Social and Economic Impacts of Ageism (2022) by the University of Ottawa.

Neighbours Helping Neighbours in Elkford, BC

A brand new Community Response Network (CRN) manages and administers a program where neighbours literally help neighbours. A roster of 33 volunteers is ready to lend a hand. Read more.
Fear Ageism, Not Aging!

Ageism affects everyone at any age; however, older adults and seniors are particularly vulnerable to experiencing the negative implications of ageism. Ageism can have negative impacts on our health. 
CRNs at Work

This month features photos from awareness events and celebrations hosted by Community Response Networks (CRNs) in Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Katzie; Revelstoke; the Tri-Cities; Beaver Valley; and Gitksan territory.

Provincial Learning Events on Winter Hiatus: Register now for January 2023!

We are officially on winter break! Our first session for 2023 with Joanne Taylor, executive director of Nidus, is also now open for registration. Read more.
Professional Development Events & Campaigns
Be sure to contact your local Community Response Network for events in your area. Read more.
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