Health Minister’s Luncheon 2014
Minister of Health, the Hon. Terry Lake, addressed the seniors care sector last week at a sold out luncheon co-organized by the BC Care Providers Association (BCCPA), the BC Seniors Living Association (BCSLA), the Denominational Health Association (DHA), and the BC Non-Profit Housing Association (BCNPHA). The event was the second Annual Health Minister’s Luncheon jointly held by the organizations. Among the […]
Seniors Advocate Speaks at BCCPA Conference
In the final Care to Chat of the 2013/14 season, BC’s newly appointed Seniors Advocate, Isobel Mackenzie, articulates how her office will combat ageism. In the new role, Mackenzie will make an annual report with recommendations to the minister of health regarding the approach to seniors’ care in the coming years. For a recap of the dialogue […]
Conference Session Sparks Front Page Article
With over 400 delegates in attendance, 2000+ meals served and 20 concurrent sessions, the sold out 37th Annual Conference was a huge success! The opening plenary session titled National Dementia Strategy: What Are We Waiting For? drew a significant crowd of over 350 delegates, including Health Authority representatives and media. Moderated by Kevin Falcon, former Deputy Premier […]
