Author Archives: Eddy Elmer

Priorities for BC Seniors – Moving Forward, April 29

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Eddy Elmer

The Tapestry Foundation for Healthcare will be hosting a forum with the BC Seniors Advocate, Isobel Mackenzie. Vancouver Convention Centre East Doors open: 5:30 pm; presentation begins: 7:00pm Enjoy a refreshment and browse through display booths. Since the Office of … Continue reading →

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Seniors’ Multicultural Festival, April 21

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Eddy Elmer
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St. Paul’s Hospital Community Forums

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Eddy Elmer
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Elders Empowering Elders with Technology

Posted on January 2, 2016 by Eddy Elmer
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South Granville Seniors’ Centre Holly Bazaar

Posted on November 20, 2015 by Eddy Elmer
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Financial Planning Event for Older LGBTQ Adults

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Eddy Elmer

Free tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/financial-planning-for-lgbtq-seniors-tickets-19216960446  

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BC211: Helping you Navigate the Maze of Social Services

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Eddy Elmer
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eHITS Public Forum, November 19

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Eddy Elmer
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International Day of Older Persons

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Eddy Elmer

SAC member Angie Natingor raising the flag for International Day of Older Persons with members of CARP and Councillors Tim Stevenson, Elizabeth Ball, and Melissa DeGenova.

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All-Candidates Debate on Seniors’ Issues

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Eddy Elmer

We were thrilled to host a debate on seniors’ issues with the four federal candidates for Vancouver Centre. There was an excellent turnout and audience members asked some pretty tough questions.

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National Seniors Day 2015

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Eddy Elmer

We were very pleased to co-host a National Seniors’ Day event with the Vancouver Public Library. We enjoyed connecting with senior-serving agencies and hearing from older adults in the community!

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Burrard Bridge Suicide Barriers

Posted on July 29, 2015 by Eddy Elmer

SAC member Eddy Elmer recently provided staff with his comments related to the effectiveness of suicide barriers, such as those proposed for the Burrard Bridge. In his report, he underscores the fact that although barriers reduce jumping at the bridges … Continue reading →

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First Meeting of New Term: Friday, March 20

Posted on March 12, 2015 by Eddy Elmer

The first meeting of the Committee’s new term is Friday, March 20, 9:30am, Committee Room #1, Third Floor, Vancouver City Hall. New members are asked to check their email for an information package and agenda from the City Clerk. They … Continue reading →

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End-of-Term Report

Posted on January 28, 2015 by Eddy Elmer

The Committee’s report of activities for the 2012-14 term is now available. Subcommittee reports are in Appendices B-D. Slides from our presentation at the December 1 Council of Councils meeting are here.

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B.C. Seniors’ Advocate: Applications for Council of Advisers

Posted on November 18, 2014 by Eddy Elmer

The Office of the B.C. Seniors Advocate—the first of its kind in Canada—is looking for older adults to join its Council of Advisers. See below for more information. The council will provide the Office with advice and feedback on the … Continue reading →

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Insufficient Advance Polling Stations for Seniors

Posted on October 24, 2014 by Eddy Elmer

One of our committee’s mandates is to identify gaps and barriers that impede the full participation of older adults in all aspects of City life. Full participation includes the ability of all residents to vote in the November 15 civic election, … Continue reading →

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Great Turnout at Our National Seniors Day Fair

Posted on October 1, 2014 by Eddy Elmer

We had a great turnout at the first-ever National Seniors Day Fair that we held at the Vancouver Public Library! Come join us next October 1st for more networking opportunities, lectures, seminars, live music, library tours, and prize draws! Photos … Continue reading →

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Join us October 1 for National Seniors Day at the Vancouver Public Library

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Eddy Elmer

Wednesday, October 1 is National Seniors Day in Canada—an occasion for all Canadians to pay tribute to the older adults who have helped build our country and who continue to make valuable contributions to Canadian communities, workplaces, and society. To celebrate this … Continue reading →

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Motion Regarding Improvements to Street Lighting

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Eddy Elmer

The SAC is pleased that our Committee liaison, Councillor Tony Tang, will be presenting a motion regarding improvements to street lighting at next week’s Council meeting. This motion is adapted from the Committee’s earlier motion, which we passed last year with support from … Continue reading →

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Vancouver Earns Designation as an Age-Friendly Community

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Eddy Elmer

The Committee is pleased to announce that we were successful in our application to have Vancouver designated as an Age-Friendly Community by the Province of British Columbia. Cities achieve this designation after establishing an advisory committee, securing a local government resolution, conducting … Continue reading →

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