Knitting Hearts: Chinese CRN’s Approach to Connection and Safety
Story and photo credits: Janssen Ong, Chinese Community Policing Centre The Chinese Community Response Network (CCRN) is dedicated to adult abuse prevention and awareness, providing
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RCMP Launch New National Reporting System to Help Protect Canadians from Fraud and Cybercrime
Online scams and fraud continue to affect thousands of Canadians every year, especially older adults, who are often targeted because of their trusting nature and
Canada Takes Stronger Steps to Protect Seniors from Financial Scams and Abuse
Financial scams and abuse are on the rise, and seniors are often the most vulnerable. In 2024 alone, Canadians lost $643 million to fraud, with
Connecting, Learning, and Growing Together: Reflections from the 2025 BC CRN Provincial Conference
The 2025 BC CRN Provincial Conference provided an unparalleled opportunity for community partners, network coordinators, and provincial team members to come together, share experiences, and
BC CRN Joins National Effort to Strengthen Protections for Seniors Experiencing Coercive Control
BC CRN has joined a national coalition advocating for stronger legal protections for seniors facing coercive control, abuse that manipulates, isolates, or restricts older adults’
Bring BC CRN’s Free Presentations to Your Community
BC CRN offers free presentations for groups across British Columbia on important topics affecting older adults. From It’s Not Right: Friends & Family for Older
BC CRN Spotlight: Meet Betty Anderson, Regional Mentor for Cariboo Chilcotin
When Betty Anderson joined BC CRN as Regional Mentor for Cariboo Chilcotin, she was stepping into a role that felt like a natural fit. “I
New coalition calls for stronger protections against elder abuse
Too often, older adults are controlled or isolated by those they depend on. BC CRN is joining a national effort to make sure the law protects them too.
Read the full press release here!
Thank You for Being a Senior in Our Community: Celebrating National Seniors Day
On October 1, 2025, the Saanich Peninsula Community Response Network (SPCRN) brought the community together for a lively and heartfelt celebration of National Seniors Day,
BC CRN Spotlight: Meet Kate Rogatina, Coordinator of Grants & Data
When Kate Rogatina joined BC CRN in June 2025, she brought with her a rare blend of technical expertise, global experience, and a deep commitment
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