BC Association of Community Response Networks

Virtual Administration Orientation for CRN Coordinators
2025-02-20 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
The BC CRN would like to welcome all Regional Mentors and CRN Coordinators to join an online Administration Orientation hosted by the Administration Team. This is a great opportunity for both new CRN Coordinators and seasoned CRN Coordinators to connect with the team, review processes and procedures, find out what’s new, and ask questions.
If you have already attended an orientation, you do not need to register for another session. However, if you would like to attend again as a refresher or to ask any questions, you are most welcome to join!
We will be covering topics such as:

The new coordinator portal
Administration forms
Support for CRNs
Project grants
Coordinator grants
Reporting requirements
Programs
Educational and promotional material
…and more!

Register now.
This session will be approximately 1 hour in length. Please email info@bccrns.ca with any questions.

Introduction to Extreme Clutter Online Presentation
2025-03-04 12:00 - 13:00
You are invited to join BC CRN’s online presentation.
Clutter is formally defined as “a large group of usually unrelated or marginally related objects piled together in a disorganized fashion in spaces designed for other purposes (e.g. tabletops, floor, hallway).”
Help people understand what clutter, hoarding, collecting and squalor are. Understand that not everyone who collects, lives in clutter or squalor is actually affected by the Hoarding syndrome.
After the presentation participants will:
• Understand the differences between clutter, collecting, squalor and hoarding.
• Understand what the hoarding disorder is.
• Understand the statistics, the “why” and patterns of the hoarding disorder.
• Understand how you can assist.
• Understand its relationship to abuse.
Register now or email programs@bccrns.ca for more details.

💡From Credit Reports to Debt Relief – What Older Adults Need to Know: Provincial Learning Event Webinar
2025-03-18 10:30 - 12:00
💻 Register now | 📅 Date: March 18, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm PDT
💡Our relationship with money is more than just numbers – it shapes our daily lives, well-being and future security. This informative webinar will help you understand what to do if you face a financial crisis. Learn about your legal rights, available remedies and practical options to regain financial stability. 🎯
Empower yourself with the knowledge to make informed decisions and break the taboo around money challenges. Even if you are financially secure, a friend or family member may be struggling. Life’s unexpected turns – such as the loss of a partner, illness or financial fraud – can create serious financial difficulties.
Join us to gain valuable insights, tools and resources to protect yourself and support those around you.
Presented by Blair Mantin, President, Sands & Associates. With 15 years of experience, Blair helps individuals and organizations facing challenging financial situations to move forward from a position of strength.

🟡Spotlight on Ageism Online Presentation
2025-04-01 12:00 - 13:00
💻 Register now | 📅 Date: April 1, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PDT
Let’s talk about ageism!
Ageism affects people of all ages—whether young or old, many experience unfair judgments about their capabilities or status. It remains one of the most tolerated forms of discrimination in Canada, but we have the power to change that!
Join us online on April 1st as we explore what ageism looks like and how we can shift our mindset, challenge stereotypes and promote respect for all generations. 🌎💙
Let’s work together to create a more inclusive and age-positive society! 🌿
Register now or email programs@bccrns.ca for further details.

🏳️‍🌈 Including & Affirming 2SLGBTQI+ People: Provincial Learning Event Webinar
2025-04-15 10:30 - 12:00
💻 Register now |📅 Date: April 15, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 10:30 am – 12:00 pm PDT
Want to create a more inclusive and affirming space for 2SLGBTQI+ individuals in your workplace or community? Join our free webinar and help build a world where everyone thrives authentically! 🌈

Understand Key Terminology – Gain clarity on the terms and identities of individuals within the 2SLGBTQI+ community and explore the significance of inclusive language.
Recognize & Address Discrimination – Learn how homophobia, biphobia and transphobia appear in various settings and learn about how these biases affect the well-being of 2SLGBTQI+ individuals.
Hear Real Experiences – Explore the challenges and resilience of 2SLGBTQI+ people.
Take Action for Inclusion – Walk away with practical strategies to foster respect, allyship and organizational change.

💡 Who Should Attend? Community members, leaders, educators and allies – everyone is welcome! Whether you’re new to these topics or looking to deepen your knowledge, this session provides a safe, respectful space for learning and growth.
Presenter:
Horst Backé (he/him) is the Co-Coordinator of Living OUT Visibly and Engaged Community Response Network (LOVE CRN), which has spearheaded several initiatives to decrease abuse, neglect and self-neglect of 2SLGBTQI+ adults. A retired public health nurse and healthcare manager, Horst has been an avid volunteer and since 1984 and is currently helping resettle LGBTQ+ refugees in Nanaimo in his role as the president of Reaching Out Assisting Refugees (ROAR).

✨ CRN Coordinators WEAAD 2025 Brainstorming Session & Orientation! 💜
2025-04-24 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-29 17:00 - 18:00
Calling all CRN Coordinators!
Are you ready to collaborate and ignite some World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) inspiration with fellow coordinators? Join us for a fun and dynamic virtual brainstorming orientation as we gear up for June 15th!
Together, we’ll:

Exchange creative ideas for WEAAD events and activities
Inspire and support one another
Celebrate the power of community action

1 senior mistreated is 1 too many. Let’s show B.C. how we care—with purple pride, hope and heart. 💜
Bring your energy, your vision and your voice. Let’s make this year unforgettable!
🔗Register now.
Questions or comments? We’d love to hear from you! Email us any time at info@bccrns.ca.

➡️Strategy to ACTION: Driving Change Across Canada (Virtual Event)💻
2025-05-06 10:00 - 11:30
On Tuesday, May 6th join BC Community Response Networks and many of our provincial counterparts as we share an update on what has been happening across Canada over the past three years to prioritize prevention of elder abuse and neglect in every community!
Register

👀 See Something, Say Something! Reducing Risk for Older Adults (Online Presentation) 🗣️
2025-05-06 12:00 - 13:00
💻 Register now |📅 Date: May 6, 2025 | 🕒 Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PDT
Older adults living alone or in isolation may be at risk—but YOU can help! Join us for this dynamic online presentation to learn how to take action to keep older adults safe, secure and independent.
🔍 Who should attend this session? Anyone who interacts with older or vulnerable adults, including:
🏦 Bank personnel | 📬 Letter carriers | 🛒 Grocery store & restaurant staff | 🚗 Volunteers, caregivers & drivers |💊 Pharmacy & healthcare workers | ⛪ Church members & social groups
Let’s work together to build safer, more connected communities! 💙

📩 Questions? Email us at programs@bccrns.ca.

CRN Coordinators WEAAD 2025 Brainstorming Session & Orientation!
2025-05-08 17:00 - 18:00
Calling all CRN Coordinators!
Are you ready to collaborate and ignite some World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) inspiration with fellow coordinators? Join us for a fun and dynamic virtual brainstorming orientation as we gear up for June 15th!
Together, we’ll:

Exchange creative ideas for WEAAD events and activities
Inspire and support one another
Celebrate the power of community action

1 senior mistreated is 1 too many. Let’s show B.C. how we care—with purple pride, hope and heart.
Bring your energy, your vision and your voice. Let’s make this year unforgettable!
Register now.
Questions or comments? We’d love to hear from you! Email us any time at info@bccrns.ca.

It's Not Right! Neighbours, Friends & Families for Older Adults (Online Presentation)
2025-06-03 12:00 - 13:00
Concerned about an older adult? Learn what to look for and how to help. You’re invited to take part in this online Zoom presentation—your participation could have a meaningful impact on someone’s life.
In this interactive session, you’ll learn:

How to spot the warning signs of abuse and neglect
Why ageism matters — and how to challenge it
How to respond safely and supportively when something doesn’t feel right
Real-life video scenarios + practical skill-building exercises

Whether you’re a neighbour, friend, family member, or simply someone who cares, your voice matters. Together, we can help build more supportive and respectful communities for older adults.
View the presentation flyer.
Questions? Email us at programs@bccrns.ca.
Register now!

National World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Virtual Event
2025-06-11 10:00 - 11:30
Join us for the National World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) virtual event as we come together to take action against elder abuse. This interactive session will feature a panel of experts and advocates sharing powerful insights on how we can protect the rights of older adults across Canada. Whether you’re an individual, organization, or government representative, you play a crucial role in creating a society where older adults are valued and supported.
Space is limited, so secure your seat now and be part of the movement to end elder abuse in Canada. Learn more about the National Virtual Event.
Register.

Prince George World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Event
2025-06-17
You are invited to join the Prince George CRN, in partnership with Prince George Council of Seniors, to a local event to honour WEAAD.
Please contact Melanie Babbitt at cc@pgcos.ca or 250-564-5888 for more information.

See Something, Say Something! Presentation (Terrace, BC)
2025-08-26
Older adults living alone or in isolation may be at risk—but YOU can help! Join us for this dynamic in-person presentation in Terrace, BC to learn how to take action to keep older adults safe, secure and independent.
Who should attend this session? Anyone who interacts with older or vulnerable adults, including:

Bank personnel
Letter carriers
Grocery store & restaurant staff
Volunteers, caregivers & drivers
Pharmacy & healthcare workers
Church members & social groups

Let’s work together to build safer, more connected communities!
For more information on this event, please contact Danielle Lavoie at danielle.lavoie@terracehospice.org or (250) 635-4811.

Protect Yourself: Frauds and Scams (Online Workshop)
2025-09-02 12:00 - 13:00
Join BC CRN as we welcome Linda Yauk, Learning Events & Outreach Coordinator at Seniors First BC, for an important and informative session on Frauds and Scams.
In 2024, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, there was 49,432 fraud reports processed, 34,621 victims of fraud, and $638M lost to fraud.
This free workshop will cover:

What frauds and scams are
How scammers target older adults
Common schemes to watch out for
Practical tips to stay safe
Where to go for help and support

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to protect yourself and others.
Email programs@bccrns.ca with any questions.
Register now!

Upcoming Provincial Learning Event Webinar: BC’s Human Rights Commissioner on Protecting Older Adults
2025-09-16 10:45 - 12:00
Join BC CRN & Kasari Govender, BC’s Human Rights Commissioner, for a powerful Provincial Learning Event webinar on protecting the rights of older adults.
Abuse is more than mistreatment—it’s a human rights issue. This is an important event for social workers, service providers, advocates and anyone passionate about human rights and justice.
Together we will explore:

The latest findings from the inquiry into detentions under the Adult Guardianship Act
How community voices shape human rights policies and education in BC
The role of the BC Human Rights Commissioner in advancing equity and justice
… and more!

Register now!

Spotlight on Ageism (Online Presentation)
2025-10-06 12:00 - 13:00
Let’s talk about ageism.
Ageism affects people of all ages – whether young or old, many experience unfair judgments about their capabilities or status. It remains one of the most tolerated forms of discrimination in Canada, but we have the power to change that.
Join us online as we explore what ageism looks like and how we can shift our mindset, challenge stereotypes and promote respect for all generations.
Let’s work together to create a more inclusive and age-positive society. View event poster.
Email programs@bccrns.ca with any questions.
Register now!

2025 BC CRN Conference: Preventing Abuse Through Community Connection
2025-10-07 - 2025-10-09
October 7–9, 2025
River Rock Resort & Casino, Richmond, BC
It only happens once every three years, and 2025 is the year!
The BC CRN Conference is back, bringing our provincial team and network coordinators together for three unforgettable days of learning, networking, and fun. From inspiring sessions to lively workshops, this in-person event is your chance to strengthen community connections and help shape the future protection of vulnerable adults in BC.
This event is exclusively geared towards BC CRN team members. Network coordinators, please login to the Coordinator Portal for more information or contact Conference2025@bccrns.ca for support.

View Conference Program

And speaking of fun… wait until you see what’s planned with our interactive photo booth experience, compliments of Magik Moments!

Magik Moments at the BC CRN Welcoming Reception
At Magik Moments Photo Booth, we’re more than just about photos – we’re about community. As one of the leading providers of photo booth rental in Vancouver, we’re proud to support the BC Association of Community Response Networks (BC CRN) and their vital mission to stop adult abuse and neglect.
On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, we’ll be at the River Rock Casino with our signature Magik Mirror Booth, helping capture fun, smiles, and memories at the Welcoming Reception.
We’re honoured to stand with BC CRN in building safer, stronger communities—and we can’t wait to see everyone at the event!

Upcoming Provincial Learning Event Webinar: Where Love Was Written Out – Healing the Heart of Colonization
2025-10-21 10:30 - 12:00
Following the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, Elder Norm Leech will help deepen our understanding of how colonization has created imbalance in the world, particularly through the systemic exclusion of grandmothers’ wisdom, compassion, care, and love from governance and decision-making structures.
Before colonization, most cultures relied on the wisdom and counsel of elder women. For centuries, however, colonized systems have denied governments, institutions, and corporations access to that vital guidance—and the effects are still felt today.
Elder Norm Leech
Norm Leech is Executive Director of Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House, which serves the Renfrew Rupert area in East Vancouver with a variety of programs, including childcare, settlement services, training, youth programs, family and seniors support, and women’s services.
Norm speaks widely on intergenerational trauma due to colonization. He is a member of the T’it’q’et community of the St’at’imc’ Nation where he has served as Chief and also Administrator. He draws on his experiences as a recovering alcoholic/addict, and spiritual explorer to inform his current work, which includes involvement on several boards and committees, such as the Vancouver Aboriginal Community Policing Centre and Downtown East Side Community Land Trust.
Register now!

It’s Not Right! Neighbours, Friends & Families for Older Adults (Online Presentation)
2025-11-04 12:00 - 13:00
Concerned about an older adult? Learn what to look for and how to help. You’re invited to take part in this online Zoom presentation – your participation could have a meaningful impact on someone’s life.
In this interactive session, you’ll learn:

How to spot the warning signs of abuse and neglect
Why ageism matters and how to challenge it
How to respond safely and supportively when something doesn’t feel right
Real-life video scenarios + practical skill-building exercises

Whether you’re a neighbour, friend, family member, or simply someone who cares, your voice matters. Together, we can help build more supportive and respectful communities for older adults.
Questions? Email us at programs@bccrns.ca.
Register now!

Administration Orientation for CRN Coordinators
2025-11-05 18:00 - 19:00
The BC CRN would like to welcome all Regional Mentors and CRN Coordinators to join an online Administration Orientation hosted by the Administration Team. This is a great opportunity for both new CRN Coordinators and seasoned CRN Coordinators to connect with the team, review processes and procedures, find out what’s new, and ask questions.
We will be covering topics such as:

Role of a coordinator
Support for CRNs
Administration forms
Community impact grants
Coordinator grants
Reporting requirements
Educational and promotional material
The coordinator portal
…and more!

Register

Provincial Learning Event Webinar: Investment Fraud & AI Scams – Stay Informed, Stay Safe
2025-11-18 10:30 - 12:00
Join us for an informative session on how to protect yourself and your community from investment fraud. Hosted by BC CRN and the BC Securities Commission (BCSC), this presentation will explore key topics including investment fraud awareness, common warning signs, and current scams targeting investors. Drawing from trusted resources on InvestRight.org, we’ll highlight how fraudsters exploit social connections, online platforms, and emerging technologies to deceive victims. A special focus will be placed on AI-related investment scams, where bad actors use deepfake videos, voice cloning, and fake websites to promote fraudulent investment opportunities.
Whether you’re new to investing or simply want to stay informed, this session will equip you with practical tools to recognize, reject, and report suspicious activity – empowering you to secure your financial future.
Presented by:

Chelsea Siler – Manager, Investor Education & Engagement (BC Securities Commission)

Register now!

Introduction to Extreme Clutter (Online Presentation)
2025-12-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-07 12:00 - 13:00
You are invited to join BC CRN’s online presentation.
Clutter is formally defined as “a large group of usually unrelated or marginally related objects piled together in a disorganized fashion in spaces designed for other purposes (e.g. tabletops, floor, hallway).”
Help people understand what clutter, hoarding, collecting and squalor are. Understand that not everyone who collects, lives in clutter or squalor is actually affected by the Hoarding syndrome.
After the presentation participants will:
• Understand the differences between clutter, collecting, squalor and hoarding.
• Understand what the hoarding disorder is.
• Understand the statistics, the “why” and patterns of the hoarding disorder.
• Understand how you can assist.
• Understand its relationship to abuse.
Contact programs@bccrns.ca with any questions.
Register now!

See Something, Say Something! Reducing Risk for Older Adults (Online Presentation)
2026-01-06 12:00 - 13:00
Older adults living alone or in isolation may be at risk, but YOU can help! Join us for this dynamic online presentation to learn how to take action to keep older adults safe, secure and independent.
Who should attend this session? Anyone who interacts with older or vulnerable adults, including:

Bank personnel
Letter carriers
Grocery store & restaurant staff
Volunteers, caregivers & drivers
Pharmacy & healthcare workers
Church members & social groups

Let’s work together to build safer, more connected communities!
Questions? Email us at programs@bccrns.ca.
Register now!

Provincial Learning Event Webinar: Unintentional Emotional Abuse – How to Strengthen Relationships in Dementia Care
2026-01-20 10:30 - 12:00
Register now.
Join us for a provincial learning event focused on unintentional emotional abuse and strategies to strengthen relationships in dementia care. This session will explore practical approaches to supporting seniors living with dementia while fostering understanding, connection, and person-centered care. Participants will gain insights into how unintentional emotional abuse can occur, learn techniques to prevent it, and discover ways to promote meaningful engagement and well-being for older adults.
Karen Tyrell, CPCA, CDCP, Dementia Consultant & Educator at Dementia Solutions, brings over 30 years of experience supporting seniors and their families. She combines compassion and expertise to provide practical, personalized solutions that empower caregivers and professional teams alike. Through her presentation, participants will leave equipped with strategies to strengthen relationships, enhance communication, and create safer, more supportive environments for people living with dementia.
Whether you are a family caregiver or a professional supporting older adults, this interactive session will provide actionable guidance to improve care, prevent harm, and foster emotional well-being.
Presented by:

Karen Tyrell, CPCA, CDCP – Dementia Consultant & Educator, Dementia Solutions

Spotlight on Ageism (Online Presentation)
2026-02-03 12:00 - 13:00
Let’s talk about ageism!
Ageism affects people of all ages – whether young or old, many experience unfair judgments about their capabilities or status. It remains one of the most tolerated forms of discrimination in Canada, but we have the power to change that!
Join us online as we explore what ageism looks like and how we can shift our mindset, challenge stereotypes and promote respect for all generations.
Let’s work together to create a more inclusive and age-positive society!
Email programs@bccrns.ca with any questions.
Register now!

Provincial Learning Event Webinar: The Role of the Public Guardian and Trustee
2026-02-17 10:30 - 12:00
Register now.
Join us for a February Provincial Learning Event focused on the role of the Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) of British Columbia in protecting vulnerable adults. This session will explore the services provided by the PGT to adults who may need support with personal, legal, and financial decision-making when no other decision makers are available. Participants will also gain an understanding of the PGT’s responsibility to investigate reports of financial abuse, neglect, and self-neglect, as well as the legislative framework that guides this work and the potential outcomes of PGT investigations.
Grainne Sheridan has worked at the PGT in the Services to Adults division for the last 15 years and has spent the last 3 years working as Regional Consultant reviewing referrals to the PGT to determine if further PGT services are required. Grainne previously worked as a case manager, assisting adults who require assistance with financial decision making. Grainne has a Masters of Social Work and grew up on Ts’msyen territory, in Terrace, BC. She currently lives and works on the unceded, ancestral and traditional territories of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh peoples.
Angelina Gordon has worked at the Public Guardian and Trustee’s office for the last 20 years. In the role of the Director of Adult Guardianship and Community Engagement in Services to Adults, she has, focused on building strong connections with partners, government organizations and community groups, with a particular interest in learning from and engaging with indigenous partners in the work of the PGT. Her previous work centered on working with and on behalf of children and youth in and from care. She is grateful to live on the unceded and ancestral territory of the Musqueam, Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh peoples.
Whether you are a CRN member, community partner, or professional supporting vulnerable adults, this session will provide valuable insight into the PGT’s role, authority, and how this work intersects with community-based responses to abuse and neglect.

Presented by:

Grainne Sheridan & Angelina Gordon – Public Guardian and Trustee of BC

Protect Yourself: Frauds and Scams (Online Workshop)
2026-03-03 12:00 - 13:00
Join BC CRN as we welcome Linda Yauk, Learning Events & Outreach Coordinator at Seniors First BC, for an important and informative session on Frauds and Scams.
In 2024, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, there was 49,432 fraud reports processed, 34,621 victims of fraud, and $638M lost to fraud.
This free workshop will cover:

What frauds and scams are
How scammers target older adults
Common schemes to watch out for
Practical tips to stay safe
Where to go for help and support

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to protect yourself and others. See event poster.
Email programs@bccrns.ca with any questions.
Register now!

Upcoming Provincial Learning Event Webinar: Fraud Confidence - Recognizing Scams and Knowing What to Do
2026-03-17 10:30 - 12:00
Register now
Fraud is constantly changing, and knowing how to respond with confidence has never been more important. In recognition of Fraud Prevention Month, join us on March 17 for a Provincial Learning Event where participants will learn about both common and new scams, including how fraud typically occurs. The session will highlight practical actions people can use to protect themselves, spot warning signals, and respond quickly if something seems suspicious. Additionally, it will clarify the role banks or credit unions play, what happens if fraud is suspected, and encourages asking for help confidently and without feeling embarrassed.
Presented by Roxanne Davyduke, VP Sales & Service and Ashley Tite, Director Compliance & Fraud, Cascadia Credit Union.
Roxanne Davyduke brings over 40 years of experience in the credit union system, having worked in a variety of roles rooted in strong community connections. As Vice President of Sales and Service for a newly emerged Cascadia Credit Union, she’s passionate about credit union culture and the relationships that connect members, employees, and communities. She’s a strong believer in financial literacy and supporting people through education and trusted guidance in every community the credit union serves. In addition, Roxanne is currently serving her third term as a City Councillor in Enderby, BC, where she’s committed to helping communities be the best they can be. Roxanne currently lives and works on the unceded, ancestral and traditional territories of the Secwepemc. A lover of the outdoors who appreciates all that BC has to offer, Roxanne is grateful for the opportunity to be part of this province-wide learning event and to share with individuals and community partners on how to recognize scams and provide practical tools and ideas on knowing what to do.
Ashley Tite is the Director of Compliance and Privacy at Cascadia Credit Union, where she has built a 16 year career spanning member service, back-office operations, compliance, and management. She specializes in regulatory compliance, antimoney laundering, and fraud prevention, bringing a deep understanding of both operational needs and risk management. Based in Summerland, Ashley enjoys life with her husband and two children. Outside of work, she can often be found exploring the outdoors, traveling, or reading.
