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Published March 24, 2026

Apr. 22-23, 2026—Join us at the 33rd SFU John K. Friesen Gerontology Conference, Vancouver

Date/Time: Wednesday, April 22nd - Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, 11:00am-2:00pm
Location: SFU Harbour Centre - Segal Centre - 515 West Hastings Street, Vancouver

Seniors First BC will be hosting an information resource table at the 33rd annual SFU John K. Friesen Conference. This year's theme: Climate Change in an Aging World. Climate change and population aging are two intersecting global trends that significantly impact the health and social experiences of older people, healthcare and community/social systems, governments, the private sector, and social justice. This conference will be of interest to people aged 55+, their families and advocates; health and social care providers; administrators; policy makers; housing and long-term care providers, managers and regulators; urban and regional planners; lawyers and notaries; gerontology and geriatrics educators, researchers and students.

Program Overview: https://www.sfu.ca/grc/events/friesen/2026/program.html Registration details: https://www.sfu.ca/grc/events/friesen/2026/registration.html

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