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What do seniors, at various stages of aging, need to know in order to plan for a healthy older age?

The Active Aging Symposium will be a discussion and opportunity to share ideas on best practices to support healthy aging planning in British Columbia.

Opening address by the Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors, Dr. Margaret MacDiarmid.

WHEN: Thursday, June 9, 2011
WHERE: Simon Fraser University at Harbour Centre (note the change in venue from the original invitation)
515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia
TIME: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Thank you for your interest in the Active Aging Symposium. Seating for the Symposium has reached capacity. If you would like your name to be placed on the waiting list, please register here.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?: Seniors’ organizations, care providers, administrators, community organizations, health providers and those interested in seniors’ programs.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please contact Aletta Vanderheyden, Symposium Coordinator, by calling (250) 952-7948 or emailing Aletta.Vanderheyden@gov.bc.ca.

SPACE IS LIMITED. PLEASE RESERVE YOUR SEAT NOW! REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MAY 27, 2011.

THERE IS NO CHARGE TO ATTEND THE SYMPOSIUM. LUNCH AND REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PROVIDED.