📢 We have an opening for a Project Coordinator on our Implementation Science Team in Healthy Aging in Vancouver. Work to adapt and scale a health promotion program for older men in B.C., in partnership with Active Aging More info & to apply: drdawnmackey.com/employment-opp…

Happy International Women and Girls in Science Day. We proudly celebrate that the Active Aging Research Team is female-led and primarily staffed by women. To learn more about the women on our team, visit: lnkd.in/gsACtejt

We are thrilled to announce that our Choose to Move program has officially launched in Sydney, Australia! Welcome to our Australian team as they bring this impactful initiative to a new community.

Stories give us insight. In this video produced and directed by Callista Ottoni, Bonnie shares her perspective on staying active and engaged as we age. Check it out here: vimeo.com/171844915

Did you know? Our team offers a free 8-week course on Implementation & Scale-up Science! April 8–May 27, Tuesdays 3–4:40 pm PDT / Wednesdays 8–9:40 am AEST. Registration closes on April 1, 2025. Register here: activeagingrt.ca/introduction-c…

Yesterday, our team gathered for our annual retreat — a day focused on Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility – to reflect on our vision, and plan key activities for 2025. We’re starting off strong and looking forward to a productive and impactful year ahead!

On March 2, our team member Harveen Basra and Harjas, a Langara College practicum student, hosted a Choose to Move booth at the iCON's South Asian Health Forum: “Healthy Aging and You” in Surrey. Harveen showcased our Punjabi program and connected with amazing community orgs!

Stories give us insight. In this video produced and directed by Callista Ottoni, Marion shares her perspective on staying active and engaged as we age. Check it out here: vimeo.com/171844917

On March 4, we attended the Rehab Equipment Expo in Richmond, hosting the Active Aging Society's Choose to Move booth. It was great to connect with health professionals and showcase this impactful program as a resource to help their clients stay active and engaged. #REE2025

On Feb 27, 2025, at our team retreat, we had a meaningful discussion led by Callista Ottoni on Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility. Thank you, Callista, for guiding this impactful activity! #ActiveAging #EDIA

Stories give us insight. In this video produced and directed by Callista Ottoni, Bill shares his perspective on staying active and engaged as we age. Check it out here: vimeo.com/171844916

We launched the second round of our 8-week Implementation & Scale-Up Science course on April 8 with an introductory lecture by Dr. Lindsay Nettlefold. Learn more: activeagingrt.ca/introduction-c… #IST #ScaleUp #ImpSci

We continued our Implementation and Scale-Up Science course on April 15 with Module 2, featuring Dr. Femke Hoekstra on theories, models, and frameworks in implementation science. Join the waitlist: activeagingrt.ca/introduction-c…

On April 8, our team member Giulia Coletta attended the ILSI Global Annual Meeting in Washington, D.C., where she joined a symposium and roundtable on recognizing sarcopenia as a clinical disease. The talk highlighted how nutrition and physical activity support healthy aging.

Did you know the Active Aging Society’s Choose to Move program is offered in multiple languages? On April 26, we wrapped up our first Farsi program. We've also adapted it for Punjabi and Chinese-speaking communities, helping more older adults stay active and connected.

Join Dr. Joanie Sims Gould, RSW, PhD on Wed, May 14 for the BC Brain Wellness Webinar: The Strength of Community: Cultivating Well-Being Through Evidence & Connection. Time: 12–1 PM (PDT) Register: ubc.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

On June 7, Harveen Basra and Nabeeha Salim represented Choose to Move at the 55+ Health and Wellness Forum in Surrey. They connected with 124 attendees and shared how the program helps older adults stay active and socially engaged. #ChooseToMove #HealthyAging #SurreyBC #UBC

Not sure what to get the special father figure in your life this #FathersDay? A simple walk together can go a long way. It builds connection and supports health. Joanie Sims Gould, RSW, PhD shares her story and our research on older men and physical activity: activeagingrt.ca/how-to-celebra…

On June 24, our team joined BCRPA’s Aging Forward event in Vancouver. We shared insights on our Choose to Move program, helped facilitate group discussions, and connected with the community. Thank you to BCRPA for hosting and inviting us!

On July 16, we held our first Choose to Move meeting in Spanish. This is our fourth language program in the community, alongside Punjabi, Persian, and Mandarin. Thank you to our partners for helping make healthy aging more inclusive for all!