Seniors First BC

06/04/2026

On June 2, 2026, the Health Care Needs Home Care movement was launched. Here are some clips from the launch event.

On June 2, 2026, the Health Care Needs Home Care movement was launc...

05/30/2026

Our June 2026 Newsletter is out! https://simplyk-bucket-production.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/deliveries/ef63235c-98ec-41a1-9b56-bddf08043013/emails/f31deaa3-cf1c-4df0-899e-74fac6d573c8.html

Read about the many celebrations happening this June, plus see a list of our upcoming learning events, senior resource fairs & community events.

To subscribe, visit: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/newsletter-form/monthly-newsletter-from-seniors-first-bc

05/30/2026

Over the last week, Linda Yauk (Public Education & Outreach) has been busy representing us at community events.

She was invited to join the new Seniors Program at Gastown-Hastings Crossing Community Policing Centre (Vancouver) to paint flowerpots, socialize, and talk about our services.

Linda also delivered a special presentation for the Co-op Housing Federation of BC on May 24. Participants learned about elder abuse and social isolation (risk factors, impacts, resources), discussed a case study and explored how co-op housing can support older adults to reduce social isolation and age-in-place. Special thanks to Ed Dagsaan (Education Director) for inviting us to this Spring Education Forum.

1. Gastown-Hastings Crossing CPC staff: Ryan McCallum, Didi (Volunteer) and Taylor
2. Some of our flowerpot creations, with a gift of marigolds, at Gastown-Hastings Crossing CPC
3. Linda speaking about elder abuse and social isolation at the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC
4. Linda and participants at the Spring Education Forum

05/21/2026

We congratulate Vancouver and Lower Mainland Multicultural Family Support Services (VLMMFSS) for 35 years of providing culturally responsive support services to racialized immigrant women and individuals, helping them navigate social/legal systems and transition to a life free of violence. Thank you for the opportunity to celebrate with you today and for being a valuable partner.

1. Dr. Harjit Kaur (Executive Director, VLMMFSS) speaking about the work that has been going on for 35 years to support immigrant women and to end family violence.
2. Jeevan Sran (VLMMFSS), Dr. Harjit Kaur (VLMMFSS), Linda Yauk (SFBC Public Education)

05/21/2026

NEWS RELEASE: Elder Justice Coalition Welcomes Progress on Coercive Control Reform – COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE : La Coalition pour La Justice Salue les Progrès Réalisés Dans La Réforme du Contrôle Coercitif – https://seniorsfirstbc.ca/news-release-on-bill-c-16-communique-de-presse-sur-la-loi-c-16-2/

05/16/2026

Yesterday, we joined the Indigenous Elders Health Services Expo hosted by the Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society. Drumming, dancing, socializing, and free massages and manicures were part of the day's activities for 100+ Elders from many Nations. Huge thanks to Hayley for a successful event!

1. Ryan Erwin (SFBC Staff Lawyer) and Linda Yauk (SFBC Public Education) at our resource table.
2. Cedar woven hats by Sugar & Ann Merchandise Art
3. Drum group
4. Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre

05/07/2026

Our May 2026 Newsletter is out! https://simplyk-bucket-production.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/deliveries/bd0b3979-8aa7-40d2-b7ff-9652a4ba4e58/emails/06e73e96-418e-4af9-9355-2b9617ca1be8.html

Read about Mental Health Week and National Volunteer Week, our upcoming events, and a recap of our April activities.

To subscribe, visit: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/newsletter-form/monthly-newsletter-from-seniors-first-bc

05/02/2026

We're on the road! Linda Yauk presented on Frauds & Scams at the First Annual 55+ Health & Wellness EXPO in Comox and the Campbell River Recreation Centre. Thanks to Jennifer Poole (Senior Support North Vancouver Island) and Mary Catherine Williams (BC Community Response Networks for organizing & hosting.

1. Frauds & Scams Presentation at the Campbell River Recreation Centre: Linda Yauk (SFBC Public Education & Outreach), Mary-Catherine Williams (BC Community Response Networks), Jennifer Poole (Senior Support North Vancouver Island).

2. 55+ Health & Wellness EXPO in Comox: Brennan Day MLA for Courtenay-Comox with Linda Yauk at our resource table, where attendees learned about Seniors First BC’s programs and services.

3. 55+ Health & Wellness EXPO in Comox: Mary Catherine Williams (BCCRN-Regional Mentor for North Vancouver Island) and Linda Yauk at the BCCRN resource table. At the EXPO, we networked with many senior-serving organizations to share information and explore future collaborations.

4. Scenic view of Courtenay-Comox.

05/01/2026

Seniors First BC hosted an information table at the 33rd annual SFU Gerontology - John K. Friesen Conference. This year’s theme focused on Climate Change and Aging.

1. Angelina Gordon (Public Guardian & Trustee Office) with Marie-Noel Campbell (SFBC Executive Director).

2. Xiaowei Li and Linda Yauk (SFBC Public Education & Outreach) hosting our resource table.

3. Dr. Gloria Gutman, PhD, who developed the Gerontology Research Centre and Department of Gerontology at Simon Fraser University (SFU), speaking at the renaming ceremony from SFU Gerontology Research Centre to “Gloria Gutman Gerontology Research Centre.” With too many achievements to list, Gloria was also an active SFBC Board member and a strong supporter of the work SFBC does to respond and prevent elder abuse.

04/30/2026

Here’s what we’ve been up to in April!

1. Ryan Erwin (SFBC Staff Lawyer) gives another well-attended presentation on Advance Planning (Wills, Powers of Attorney, Representation Agreements) at Deer Lake United Church, Burnaby.

2. The Orchid Club for Taiwanese Women invited us to present about Government Benefits for Older Adults in BC. Nighat Afsar (SFBC Legal Advocate) delivered the presentation in English with Mandarin interpretation by Xiaowei Li (SFBC Public Education).

3. Xiaowei Li hosted our resource table at UBC’s Dialogue on Healthy Aging Series, presented by Edwin S.H. Leong Centre for Healthy Aging (UBC) and Providence Health Care. This event featured a special presentation: Asking the Big Questions: Finding Information About Death in Later Life with Dr. Nicole Dalmer, MLIS PhD is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health, Aging and Society at McMaster University.