Upcoming Nidus Personal Planning Presentations
Want to learn more about personal planning and Representation Agreements? Nidus is offering free presentations for anyone interested in planning for the future and ensuring
Category: Prevention & Awareness
Frauds and Scams in 2026: What You Need to Know
Fraud continues to affect people across Canada. According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC), Canadians reported approximately $351 million in fraud losses during the first
What’s Not ‘Right’ About My Age? Taking a Hard Look at Internalized Ageism
Ageism is often discussed as something that happens to older adults. It can appear in the way people are spoken to, assumptions about their abilities,
Beyond Evacuation: Protecting Older Adults During Emergencies
By Eva Navrot, Regional Mentor for Cariboo Chilcotin & ESS Responder The wildfire season has been particularly aggressive and complex this year, leading to many evacuations
B.C. Court Rules Against Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Without Consent
On July 31, 2026, the B.C. Supreme Court ruled that the province’s current rules on involuntary psychiatric treatment violate the Canadian Charter of Rights and
Global Action Dismantles Scams Targeting Canadians
Financial fraud does not respect borders, and its tactics frequently target vulnerable and older adults, leading to devastating emotional and financial distress. To combat this
Bill C-16 is Now Law—What It Means for Older Adults
On June 18, 2026, Bill C-16 (the Protecting Victims Act) officially received Royal Assent, making coercive control a criminal offence in Canada. This pattern of
Together, We Light Up BC in Purple for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
On June 15, communities across the province will once again come together to recognize World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) by lighting up landmarks, flying
BLI2: Updated Resource Strengthens Culturally Safe Practice
Photo: Lindsay Risk & April Struthers BC CRN is pleased to announce the publication of Being Least Intrusive 2 (BLI2), an updated edition of the
New Resource from CCSMH to Help Address Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults
The Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health (CCSMH) is pleased to share a new Conversation Starter Resource for Older Adults, designed to help older adults talk about social
