Past Events

Imagine a world where your unique genetic makeup can be used to tailor your medical care, and where illnesses and diseaseare treated with pinpoint accuracy.

The 2024 CURAC national conference will be hosted by the University of Waterloo Retirees Association, Waterloo, Ontario.  The theme is Thriving in Retirement.  The conference will offer critical tips, tools, and advice to help you make the best of your retirement years. From the welcome reception Wednesday evening until lunch on Friday, you’ll enjoy informative presentations, hearty food and refreshments, and ample opportunity to socialize with friends old and new.

The U of Manitoba Centre on Aging host their 41st Spring Research Symposium on the University of Manitoba Fort Garry campus.  The Symposium will also be streamed live online.  It is free to attend, but registration is required. Take part in a Dialogue on aging as you hear about the current topics in aging from Centre Research Affiliates. This year's presenters will include:

The Wilder Penfield Lecture at The Neuro hosts "Standing on the Edge of Error: Science in the Age of Artificial Intelligence"  by Sir Nigel Shadbolt, Principal, Jesus College, Department of Computer Science, University of Oxford, UK.

MASTERMINDS LECTURE SERIES 2024 This annual lecture series is co-hosted by the UVic Retirees Association and the Institute on Aging and Lifelong Health, with support from the University of Victoria. April 24:  Journey to a Meaningful Second Act  Stephen Tax, PhD will discuss retirement both as a personal journey and as a changing concept in this new century. Register for one or more of these presentations on the registration webpage. 

Sustainability, Pathways to Decarbonization and the Future of Ontario's Energy Systems Speaker:  Dr. Mark Winfield, Professor, Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change, Sustainable Energy Initiative Co-Chair, MES and MES/JD Program Coordinator The government of Ontario has committed the province to a $100 billion nuclear construction and reconstruction program. Is this the only path to decarbonization for Ontario? What has current research and modelling told us about the Province's options?

  McMaster Univ Alumni Association is offering spring mindfulness sessions on Friday afternoons at 12:15 pm EDT with Shrey Vazir.  Shrey is a Registered Physiotherapist, Mindfulness Meditation Facilitator, and educator specializing in chronic pain, stress management, and employee well-being.

Come join us April 18 for the UGRA Spring Forum either live at the Arboretum Centre or online via ZOOM.  The ZOOM link will be available closer to the date. We have some great speakers lined up.  Refreshments will be available. Download the program here..

MASTERMINDS LECTURE SERIES 2024 This annual lecture series is co-hosted by the UVic Retirees Association and the Institute on Aging and Lifelong Health, with support from the University of Victoria. There are 3 lectures in the series, each from 10 pm to 11:30 pm EDT on 17, 24 April 17: Finding a Road to ReconciliACTION

McGill's Dietetic students present:  Smile Bright - Eat Right Uncover methods to elevate oral health with balanced and plant-based meals that are affordable. Join us for tips, recipes, and fun activities to boost your overall health and well-being. Join via the Zoom Link Meeting ID : 812 1415 5808 Passcode: 561808