The B.C. Ministry of Housing says changes to the Strata Property Regulation will ensure that people living in stratas with 55+ age restrictions will be…
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Sandy Zeznik honoured as Citizen of the Year
“Well deserved; it’s about time; and what, you haven’t won it yet?” were among the most common statements made Feb. 3 when the Cranbrook Chamber…
BC Seniors Advocate coming for Q&A
Isobel Mackenzie, BC Seniors Advocate, will be at the Cranbrook Seniors’ Hall for a Town Hall and Q&A on Wednesday, Feb. 15. “If you are…
ASBC releases report on long-term care during COVID-19
Father’s Day was a time for families to come together. During the last two years, this was not always possible – especially for people with…
New BC Seniors’ Guide hot off the press
British Columbians can now access the updated BC Seniors’ Guide, a comprehensive tool that provides crucial information on health, housing, finances, community supports and more…
Zoom townhall with Seniors’ Advocate and opposition leader
Shirley Bond, Interim Leader of British Columbia’s Official Opposition, MLA for Prince George-Valemount (BC Liberal Party) and Critic for Seniors Services and Long Term Care…
Support for family caregivers during COVID-19
As part of British Columbia’s emergency COVID-19 response plan, the province April 26 announced it is doubling this year’s funding for Family Caregivers of British…
New ERA aims to improve road safety
The road assessment that helps determine whether drivers can safely remain at the wheel will be enhanced next year, becoming more accessible and more focused…
Seniors Advocate launches province-wide survey
B.C. Seniors Advocate Isobel Mackenzie announced today the launch of a province- wide survey of 27,000 residents living in 303 publicly-subsidized care facilities in B.C….
MSP premium assistance to benefit seniors: MLA
More people than ever qualify for assistance with Medical Services Plan (MSP) premiums next year and it’s important to remind seniors to ensure they are…