Action and Advocacy at Local CRNs
March was a month of action, education and outreach. We heard from CRNs about advocacy meetings, a first-of-its-kind resource guide and ways to connect with
Year: 2023
Top 10 Frauds: Grandparent, Romance, Investment Scams, and More!
Rounding out our month of fraud awareness is a series of top fraud scams reported to the RCMP and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC). Investments,
What Spoofing Means and How to Stay Safe
Spoofing is when a fraudster disguises an email address, sender name, phone number or website address to fool you into thinking you are communicating with
6 Tips for Stronger Passwords: Protect Yourself Online
It can be so annoying when you get that darn computer message: you need a stronger password. But one breach can be costly, time-consuming and
Fraud Prevention Month: Basic Safety Tips
Fraud prevention starts with education. It’s difficult to remember all the schemes that fraudsters try and that’s why it’s good to start with a few
It’s Not Right! Elder Abuse Protection Workshop March 7th
It’s Not Right! Neighbours, Friends & Families for Older Adults, is a dynamic workshop on March 7, 2023 from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm that
March is Fraud Prevention Month in Canada
Fraud prevention awareness is increasingly important for older adults who may be vulnerable if pressed by hard-sell tactics or feel embarrassed when they realize they’ve
CRNs Spread the Love Across BC in February
Valentine’s Day is always a fun time to connect with others, and Tri-Cities Seniors Action Society ensured they held an inclusive party. They hosted an
Help Spread the Word for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day!
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) is on June 15th and we’re hoping all CRNs will join the BC CRN in planning events to promote
How to Advance the Human Rights of Older Persons
As the world population continues to age, the human rights of older persons is an increasingly concerning issue. Stereotypes and marginalization are just two challenges,
