Because of COVID-19, please check with organizers directly to learn the status of their events.
The Three Rs: Reflection, Resilience, and Reinvention
BC Care Providers Association’s 44th Annual Conference
May 31-June 2, 2021, Online
This year’s conference program includes high-profile keynote speakers, panel discussions, concurrent sessions, Q&A sessions, and virtual networking breaks. Topics will be of interest to the long-term care, assisted living, independent living, and home health audiences. Dedicated tradeshow hours, daily Lunch + Learn Exhibitor Product Demos opportunities, interactive networking breaks, and a scavenger hunt are also part of the program. Register now.
Intergenerational Day 2021
June 1, 2021, Provincewide
2021 marks the eleventh Intergenerational Day recognized in BC. Join us in safely celebrating intergenerational friendships this year! This is a great day to recognize as a precursor to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15.
For pandemic safe activities for your community’s children and youth, visit the i2i Society’s website.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) 2021
June 15, 2021, Worldwide
Although we don’t know what the world will look like next year, count on #BCCRNWEAAD21 to take place in your community. Mark your calendars now and start thinking about how to creatively bring your community together to recognize the day!
National Indigenous Persons Day
June 21, 2021, Nationwide
Join us and the rest of the country in recognizing and celebrating the unique heritage, diverse cultures, and outstanding contributions of Indigenous people, which include First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities. In cooperation with Indigenous organizations, the Government of Canada chose June 21, the summer solstice, for National Aboriginal Day, now known as National Indigenous Peoples Day. For generations, many Indigenous peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year.
BC CRN Annual General Meeting (AGM)
June 24, 2021, 5 PM (PST), Online – By Invitation Only
Council of Senior Citizens’ Organizations of BC (COSCO) Conference 2021
September 27-28, 2021, Online
Contact COSCO on Facebook or through their website for more information.
National Seniors Day/International Day of the Older Person
October 1, 2021, Nationwide, Worldwide
These two days fall on the same day! In Canada, National Seniors Day is about finding occasions for all Canadians to appreciate and celebrate older adults. The intent of National Seniors Day is to showcase the contribution seniors make to the Canadian economy and that their contribution is valuable and ongoing. Seniors helped build our communities and our country.
International Day of the Older Person is a United Nations designated day that aims to raise awareness of the challenges of population aging and to promote the development of society for all ages.
Talk to your local CRN to see if there are any events being planned to recognize either of these days in your community.
AGETech Innovation Week 2021 – Save the Date!
October 4-8, 2021, Online
Meet and share ideas with leaders in the AgeTech sector in Canada and elsewhere. Explore challenges and opportunities for getting technology into people’s hands, and generate socio-economic impact. Discover innovations that will shape the future of aging.
Bookmark this link for upcoming registration details.
BC Association for Charitable Gaming (BCACG) and Volunteer BC Symposium 2021 – Save the Date!
October 28-29, 2021, Online
For more information, bookmark the BCACG website for upcoming details on registration and programming.
BC Crime Prevention Week
November 1-7, 2021, Provincewide
Seniors and vulnerable adults are safer when we reach out and show them that we care. Adult abuse is a growing problem in Canada. Involved, caring communities keep all vulnerable adults safe. Join us in spreading adult abuse, neglect, and self-neglect prevention and education to recognize Crime Prevention Week by talking to your local CRN.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
December 3, 2021, Worldwide
Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 1992, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) has been annually observed on December 3 around the world. Disabled adults must also be acknowledged for their strengths, and not just for their vulnerabilities.
Adults with disabilities may be vulnerable to abuse and neglect, and others may be lonely and isolated. Talk to your local CRN to see if they are planning any events to recognize this day. Even better, get involved and volunteer!
(Header Photo: WEAAD 2020, Kitimat CRN, Tamitik Status of Women)
