Non-UVRA Events
UVRA also aims to involve its membership through different valuable resources and educational programs offered by other organizations (i.e., AROHE, CURAC, and many more) that might interest some of its valued members. There are also invitations from various departments at UVic, and from students looking for 55+ participants for their research studies, received by UVRA for distribution to its membership. These items are first made known to UVRA members via emails, when appropriate, and then placed on the UVRA website under the Non-UVRA Events navigation bar.
Upcoming Events:
UVIC EVENTS
Institute On Aging and Lifelong Health (IALH)’s September 2026 Update
ABOUT: IALH’s September 2026 update covers important and timely topics. Explore what’s new from the Institute on Aging and Lifelong Health this month, including talks, studies you can participate in, and learning opportunities connected to healthy aging and lifelong wellbeing.
LINK TO VIEW:
https://e1.envoke.com/m/809e394f1d485310a4f65d4dd8412f60/m/8a4201912ca56c0eea96aa1dbc9c8d6d/?mode=3
CURAC EVENTS
CURAC May 2026 Newsletter
CURAC invites members to read the May 2026 issue of the relaunched CURAC News, featuring updates, stories, and initiatives from retiree associations across Canada. This issue highlights shared experiences, national collaborations, conference updates, later-life learning opportunities, and selected articles from retiree newsletters at universities and colleges across the country.
READ THE NEWSLETTER: https://curac.ca/en/blog/may-2026-newsletter
Invitation To Watch McMaster University's Optimal Aging Portal Health and Wellness Video
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE - WHAT THE RECENT GUIDELINES MEAN FOR YOU WITH DR. DOUG OLIVER
By watching this video recording, you will learn why high blood pressure happens, why it changes throughout the day, why it is a modifiable risk factor for many diseases, and how it can be managed.
LINK TO VIEW: https://www.youtube.com/live/i6czF-hj6O0
CURAC’s Column—Academic For Life—In University Affairs Newsletter
A LIFE LESSONS FROM THE WORLD HAPPINESS REPORT
UBC Professor Emeritus John Helliwell, editor of the World Happiness Report, shares insights on how happiness, connection, and purpose can contribute to well-being as we age. The article highlights the valuable lessons older adults can pass on and how these lessons can help people of all ages live happier lives.
MORE DETAILS: https://universityaffairs.ca/career-advice/life-lessons-from-the-world-happiness-report/
Invitation to University of Toronto Alumni's Online Session
YOUTUBE VIDEO RECORDING ON THE FUTURE OF CYBERSECURITY: AI-POWERED THREATS & CANADA'S FUTURE
By watching this video recording, you will learn about the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity from leading experts in academia, government, industry, and the media.
LINK TO VIEW: https://www.youtube.com/live/0ls6Yeb6XcE
Invitation To McGill University Alumni Association’s Free Online Session
EXTREME WEATHER, CLIMATE CHANGE, AND WHAT THEY MEAN FOR US
WHEN: October 14, 2026 (12:00- 12:45 EDT)
WHERE: Online
ABOUT: Join the session on climate change and extreme weather with Professor John Gyakum, who will offer a glimpse into one of McGill’s most popular classes: Climate and Climate Change. You’ll learn the basic science behind modern climate change and extreme weather, how these two phenomena are connected, and what we can do to better prepare for their impact. Professor Gyakum will also share constructive steps for navigating a world increasingly shaped by extreme weather events.
RSVP: https://view.advancement.mcgill.ca/?vawpToken=I3SR6H6YMIYEVLPWVIARBISRAI.130024
CURAC Travel Program
CURAC members can take advantage of new travel opportunities and exclusive savings through Trip Merchant. Current offerings include cruises, guided tours, and Canadian and international group departures for 2027 and 2028. Limited-time discounts are available on select trips.
WEBSITE: https://tripmerchant.com/
NEED MORE INFORMATION? For more information or any inquiries, please contact info@tripmerchant.com
AROHE EVENTS
AROHE Matters: September 2026 Academic Retiree News
The latest issue explores the theme of “wonder” in retirement, highlighting inspiring stories of lifelong learning, creativity, travel, and community engagement among higher education retirees. The newsletter also features updates on the 2026 AROHE Conference, volunteer opportunities, travel programs, estate planning resources, and initiatives that support active, meaningful, and connected lives in retirement.
LINK TO VIEW: https://mailchi.mp/42b8b02a9489/il68md244c-13653078
OTHER EVENTS
UBC Emeritus College | Spring 2026 Newsletter
The Spring 2026 issue of the UBC Emeritus College Newsletter is available online with:
- How the Emeritus College is working to connect members across UBC's campuses
- 2026 Emeritus College award recipients
- A retired professor who is helping students tackle their dissertations
- A member's post-retirement research in child development
- The new Guided Autobiography Program
- An update on fundraising for the College
- UBC's Voluntary Retirement Program
- Awards and honours, special interest group updates and more!
LINK TO READ: https://emerituscollege.ubc.ca/sites/default/files/2026-06/NewsSpring2026_0.pdf
UBC Emeritus College
2025-2026 UBC EMERITUS COLLEGE ANNUAL REPORT
2025/26 Highlights:
- Developed a strategic plan to guide the College's work over the next five years.
- Launched a new speaker series to give members a platform to share their scholarly, teaching and service experiences.
- Brought top thinkers to UBC through a joint venture with Green College.
- Signed a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Educational Studies.
- Saw three members elected to the UBC Vancouver Senate.
MORE DETAILS: https://emerituscollege.ubc.ca/sites/default/files/2026-09/2025-2026%20UBC%20Emeritus%20College%20Annual%20Report.pdf
Self-Management Programs
Self-Management BC offers a variety of online and telephone-based workshops and programs which provide support and tips on how to self-manage frailty, pain, and/or other chronic conditions.
- Virtual Self-Management Workshops - available for Chronic Conditions, Chronic Pain, Diabetes, and Cancer: These 6-week workshops are conducted virtually, via Zoom. Groups of up to 8 participants meet virtually, once per week, for 2.5 hours per session.
- Self-Management Health Coach Program: This is a one-on-one telephone-based coaching program to support people living with chronic conditions to become better self-managers. Each individual is paired with a coach and receives a weekly, 30-minute phone call for a period of 3 months. Coaches are volunteers who may be living with chronic health conditions, and are passionate to help others to achieve wellness.
- New! Frailty Coaching Program: This is a one-on-one telephone-based program that supports adults in BC who wish to prevent and/or slow down the progression of frailty. A trained peer frailty coach connects with each participant by telephone once a week for approximately 30-45 minutes for 3 months. Participants will learn self-management strategies.
- Better Choices, Better Health® Online Program: Interactive group workshop sessions are posted online each week for a period of 6 weeks, and participants may log on at their convenience to complete weekly activities and interact with their group via internal messaging and discussion boards. Participants can remain anonymous.
- Tool Kit for Active Living Program - available for Chronic Conditions, Chronic Pain, Diabetes, and Cancer: This is a self-study program in which participants receive the “Living a Healthy Life” resource book and self-assessment booklet. For those who enjoy independent self-paced learning.
LEARN MORE ABOUT SELF-MANAGEMENT BC: https://www.selfmanagementbc.ca/upcomingworkshops?type=0&delivery=0
Academics Without Borders (AWB): Call For Project proposals
CAPACITY-BUILDING PROJECTS WITH HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN LOW- AND MIDDLE-INCOME COUNTRIES
Academics Without Borders (AWB) invites faculty, staff, administrators, and retirees from AWB Network member institutions to propose capacity-building projects with higher education institutions in low- and middle-income countries. Projects may be delivered online, in person, or through a hybrid approach
APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 9, 2026
MORE DETAILS: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TPFlpldXx09jA_crgMntKZCMr0LpUNn-/view
Choose To Move
GET ACTIVE AND CONNECTED FOR HEALTH
Discover Choose to Move—a free, flexible program created for adults 55+ who want to feel stronger, more energized, and more connected. You will receive one‑on‑one support, learn how to add activity into your daily life, and enjoy a welcoming community. It’s a simple step toward a healthier, happier you.
REGISTRATION AND MORE INFORMATION: https://choosetomove.ca/
Cyber Seniors - Free Tech Help Webinar (October 12-16, 2026): Digital Wellness & Smart Living