March 2021
Learning the Art of the Pivot: Victoria CRN Shifts Approach to Keep Communities Safe
What happens when you start a substantial project in your community, spend months lining up resources, venues and partnerships, and suddenly everything comes to a crashing halt? Read more.
The Isolation Pandemic:
COVID-19 & the Social Determinants of Health
On March 18, people from Metro Vancouver and communities as far north as Prince Rupert were brought together through their common interest in learning more about the impacts of the pandemic on LGBTQ2S+ seniors and marginalized communities. Read more.
Neighbours Helping Neighbours: Spreading Kindness & Connection
Communities in Cranbrook and Kimberley are tackling the negativity of the pandemic head on by focusing on the helpers and the good they are doing both big and small.
Music Matters
Music and music therapy have proven to be effective in combatting isolation and maintaining mental health and wellness. Read more.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2021
It's time to start planning for June 15! CRNs: deadline for ordering WEAAD materials is May 15.
CRNs at Work
Our CRNs have been hard at work all month. Check out the photos of what they've been up to. Read more.
Volunteer of the Month
We're happy to introduce you to Louisa Sanchez, co-coordinator of the Prince Rupert CRN, as our March volunteer of the month!

Thank you, Louisa, for everything you are doing for the community! Read more.
Provincial Learning Event: Keeping Seniors & Vulnerable Adults Safe at the End of Life
Sign up today for this free online session by Jennifer Mallmes, Registered Community Health Worker, birth doula and end-of-life care doula/Registered Care Aide on April 20, 2021 from 10:30 AM to 12 Noon (PST)
Provincial Learning Event by Daniel Fontaine, Chief Executive Officer and Deputy Minister for Métis Nation BC
Session details are coming soon, but you can still register now for this free online session on May 18, 2021 from 10:30 AM to 12 noon (PST).
Professional Development Events & Campaigns
Lots of campaigns are coming up this year, with National Volunteer Week in April and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in June.

Check out where can get involved with your local CRN. Read more.
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