Aging and Driving Workshop in Saanich Peninsula
If you were no longer able to drive, would you know how to maintain your independence and navigate other ways of getting around? This Aging
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How Will You Spend National Indigenous Peoples Day?
Whether you wish to spend National Indigenous Peoples Day at an event, reading about Indigenous culture or history, or contemplating with your family or friends
CRNs in the Community: Intergenerational Fun, Food and a Fellowship Award
This month’s CRN news covers stories from intergenerational events and building new community alliances to online cooking classes for homebound adults. Creating connection is the
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2023: Bring on the Purple Power
On June 15th, pull out all your purple duds and accessories and show us how you’ll be shining a (purple) light on adult abuse, neglect,
International Transgender Day of Visibility in Nanaimo
Jane Osborne, BC CRN Regional Mentor of Central and North Vancouver Island, shares with us Nanaimo’s event on the 2023 International Transgender Day of Visibility.
BC CRN Spotlight: Sarah Gibson, Mentor for North Shore, Sea to Sky and Bella Coola
Sarah Gibson joined the BC CRN in September of 2022. She has a light, upbeat energy to her and laughs readily when the interview is
MMIWG honoured on Red Dress Day: May 5, 2023
May 5 marks the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Gender-Diverse Kin (MMIWG), also known as Red Dress Day.
Intergenerational Relationships: An Antidote to Ageism in Canada
When the UN and WHO released the landmark Global Report on Ageism in March, 2021, they declared combating ageism as one of three action areas
Volunteer of the Month: Gabi Townsend, Victoria
BC CRN’s team of Regional Mentors helps communities establish Community Response Networks (CRNs). Mentors provide ongoing local support in the coordination of responses to abuse,
BC CRN Spotlight: Introducing Anjali Marshall
BC CRN is pleased to welcome and introduce Anjali Marshall as the new Regional Mentor for Northern Interior BC, including Lakes District Society, Fraser Lake,
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