INSIGHTS

A deeper look at today's world.

Staying Safe Online

What Every Older Adult Should Know

The internet offers a world of convenience, but it also comes with risks. This engaging presentation is designed to give you the confidence to navigate the digital world more safely. You'll learn simple, jargon-free strategies to recognize and protect yourself from online scams, fraud, and identity theft—from creating strong passwords to spotting suspicious links and securing your personal information.

- FEE: Free for Members
- SCHEDULE: 2 Tuesdays, October 14 and 21 from 10:00 to 11:00 am
- LOCATION: This is an online event

Stirring the Pot

Cannabis and Older Adults – What Do We Really Know?

As cannabis use becomes more common—and the claims surrounding its benefits even more so—it’s important to separate fact from fiction, especially when it comes to older adults. This thought-provoking session explores what current science tells us (and what it doesn’t) about cannabis and its effects on health. We’ll look at its potential role in managing certain conditions, the risks involved, and how age may influence both the benefits and the harms.

- FEE: Free for Members
- SCHEDULE: Monday, October 27 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM
- LOCATION: This is an online event
- PRESENTER: Jamie Falk is an Associate Professor in the College of Pharmacy, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, at the University of Manitoba. His research and teaching centre on optimising prescribing practices, reducing patient burden, and promoting the effective use of evidence in clinical decision-making.
  A national member of the PEER (Patients Experience Evidence Research) team, Dr Falk is also co-chair of the Making Evidence Matter for Everyone (MEME) Conference held annually in Vancouver. His work is dedicated to ensuring that healthcare decisions are grounded in sound evidence and tailored to real-world patient needs.

Know Your Taxes

Canada Revenue Agency: Benefits & Credits

A representative from the Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) Outreach Team will be joining us to provide valuable information on a range of federal benefits and tax credits that may be relevant to you or your loved ones. These include the Disability Tax Credit, the Home Accessibility Tax Credit, and the Caregiver Tax Credit, among others. In addition to outlining how to access these supports, the session will also highlight practical ways to protect yourself from fraud.

- FEE: Free for Members
- SCHEDULE: Tuesday, October 7 from 10:00 to 11:30 am
- LOCATION: This is an online event

Treeincarnation

Honouring Life Through Living Memorials

Discover an environmentally conscious way to honor a loved one. A representative from the not-for-profit Memorial Woodland of Manitoba—an organization dedicated to environmental sustainability—will introduce "treeincarnation." This unique practice combines cremated remains with a tree to create a living tribute. You'll learn how the process works and how the peaceful woodland provides a space for quiet reflection.