Reposted by SFU GerontologyUBC School of Audiology and Speech Sciences @ubc-sass.bsky.social · 22/09/2026👀 Participants Needed for a Research Study 👀 How does difficulty hearing affect social interactions? The UBC Amplification Lab and UBC Adult Language Processing & Disorders Lab are looking for adults aged 65+ who meet the eligibility criteria listed below. Contact Dr. Julie Beadle for more info! 122
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Congratulations to Elise Stone! "Being a mature-aged student, receiving the Al Eisenring Gerontology Award supports me in fully experiencing and finding meaning in the academic journey I have undertaken in gerontology," says Stone. Read more: www.sfu.ca/gerontology/...sfu.caElise Stone awarded the Al Eisenring Gerontology AwardCongratulations to Elise Stone on receiving the Al Eisenring Gerontology Award! 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 09/09/2026The election of Habib Chaudhury as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada recognizes decades of research exploring how neighbourhoods, housing and care environments can support dignity, independence and meaningful engagement for people living with dementia. Learn more: www.sfu.ca/gerontology/...sfu.caHabib Chaudhury elected to Royal Society of Canada for work on dementia-inclusive communitiesThe election of Habib Chaudhury as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada recognizes decades of research exploring how neighbourhoods, housing and care environments can support dignity, independence ... 000
Reposted by SFU GerontologySimon Fraser University @sfu.ca · 09/09/2026The Royal Society of Canada @src-rsc.bsky.social has just announced its Class of 2026, and SFU is celebrating the recognition of 7 exceptional scholars. Congratulations to the new RSC inductees and thank you for your contributions and engagement!sfu.caSeven SFU researchers honoured by the Royal Society of CanadaSimon Fraser University is celebrating seven extraordinary scholars for their induction into the Royal Society of Canada (RSC), Canada's highest academic honour. 032
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Andrew Wister highlights the importance of funding for community-based seniors’ centres and the vital role they play in connecting with older adults, including those who are marginalized. Full podcast here: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... 011
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 03/09/2026A new report from Mei Fang "Exploring the Role of Seniors Centres within the Primary Healthcare System," looks at opportunities, barriers, and enabling factors associated with strengthening connections between seniors centres and primary healthcare. Read more: www.sfu.ca/starinstitut... 011
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 02/09/2026The AGE-WELL AgeTech Discovery Day will take place on October 1 to mark National Seniors Day and showcase AgeTech innovations supporting healthy aging. Register for Vancouver's AGE-WELL AgeTech Discovery Day: www.eventbrite.com/e/age-well-a... @sfuurb.bsky.social @sfufass.bsky.social 032
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Join the COPE team for the Seniors' Heat Resilience Connect & Learn Event on Sept 10! Connect with researchers, seniors, and community organizations through sessions on aging, extreme heat, and practical strategies to build heat-resilient communities. Register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/seniors-he...eventbrite.caSeniors' Heat Resilience Connect & Learn EventThis event brings together seniors, community members of all ages, practitioners, and researchers to better understand heat resilience. 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 27/08/2026As a new member of the National Seniors Council (NSC), Habib Chaudhury met with the Secretary of State for Seniors, Stephanie McLean to identify priority areas for the NSC, including housing affordability, innovative congregate housing options, and financial security. 001
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 26/08/2026A new publication on the midlife clock explores how our middle years are shaped by our social clocks—not simply our age. Read more: theconversation.com/the-midlife-...theconversation.comThe midlife clock is ticking: How we understand ‘time left’ can help us use it wellHeightened awareness of having limited time left in life can spur people to become masters of their lime, or leave them feeling stuck or stifled with anxiety. 002
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 24/08/2026“Older adults are particularly vulnerable to extreme heat because of a combination of physical, social and economic factors,” says Theresa Pauly, principal investigator of the COPE project and Canada Research Chair in Social Relationships, Health and Aging. Read more: www.sfu.ca/sfunews/stor...sfu.caCommunity-driven project helps older adults prepare for extreme heatLed in part by SFU, COPE aims to help older adults better prepare for and respond to extreme heat. The project is part of SFU Climate Innovation, a critical research priority that supports a community... 000
Reposted by SFU GerontologySimon Fraser University @sfu.ca · 21/08/2026Older adults face some of the highest risks during extreme heat. SFU's COPE project works directly with older adults through workshops, focus groups and arts-based programs that bring together social connection and climate education. Learn more below. 121
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 18/08/2026We are happy to welcome Lun Li, the newest assistant professor in the SFU Department of Gerontology! In our Q&A, Li shares more about his background, research, and advice for students interested in pursuing gerontology. Read more: www.sfu.ca/gerontology/... @sfufass.bsky.social 020
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Congratulations to postdoctoral fellows Boah Kim and Mohammadjavad Nouri on each receiving a Michael Smith Health Research BC 2026 Impact Pathways: Engage Award for their respective projects! We look forward to seeing their projects grow! @sfu.ca @sfufass.bsky.social @healthresearchbc.bsky.social 010
Reposted by SFU GerontologySFU Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences @sfufass.bsky.social · 22/07/2026We have signed a new agreement with the Ismaili Council for BC that strengthens a longstanding partnership and supports future collaboration through the Generations initiative. Together, we'll explore new ways to connect research, learning, and community experience. www.sfu.ca/fass/news/20...sfu.caThe Ismaili Council for British Columbia and SFU's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences sign a Memorandum of UnderstandingSigned on July 13, 2026, at the Ismaili Centre Vancouver, the agreement marks an important milestone in a relationship built over decades. It builds on longstanding partnerships between SFU and instit... 011
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Congratulations to Yoonseok Choi, Postdoctoral Fellow in the Lifelong Health and Wellbeing Lab, on receiving a SSHRC Insight Development Grant for his project, "Avoidance Motivation in Older Age." 🎉 His research will explore how older adults' everyday motivations shape emotional well-being. 010
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 14/07/2026A look back at the IAGG 2026 conference in Amsterdam last week! Our students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty presented their work, connected with colleagues, and contributed to conversations shaping the field. Swipe through to see more! 📸 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 02/07/2026“When elder abuse first became known to people, it was talked about as a social problem, then it became a health problem. These days . . . it's become very much a human rights issue,” explains professor emeritus Gloria Gutman. Watch the recorded webinar: www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZhH...youtube.comWebinar on Older Persons, Witchcraft Accusations, and Land Grabbing: A Human Rights CrisisYouTube video by Adriane Berg 010
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 30/06/2026New Issue Alert: GGGRC News - June 2026 This edition highlights: 💫 The Gloria Gutman Gerontology Research Centre renaming 💫 Innovative research initiatives 💫 Collaborative projects with faculty, students & community partners Read the full issue here: www.sfu.ca/grc/stories/...sfu.caGGGRC News – June 2026Read the latest edition of the SFU Gloria Gutman Gerontology Research Centre's bi-annual newsletter. 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 30/06/2026“Retirement often acts as a magnifier of existing dynamics,” says assistant prof. Theresa Pauly. As routines shift, creating your own sources of momentum, like pursuing hobbies, can help your relationship transition smoothly into this next chapter. Read more: www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...washingtonpost.comFour major relationship hurdles that can happen after retirementRetirement can shift a relationship’s dynamics in ways you may not anticipate. Here's how experts suggest overcoming these hurdles. 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Gloria Gutman and Kira Gawenus discuss how coercive control extends beyond intimate partner violence. Recognizing this overlooked form of elder abuse is crucial for effective prevention, detection, and intervention efforts. Read more: www.sfu.ca/gerontology/...sfu.caCoercive control of older adults: A type of elder abuseCoercive control is widely discussed in the intimate partner violence literature, but has been underexamined by those concerned about elder abuse. 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 24/06/2026Explore how urban design, public policy & social space shape healthy longevity for marginalized communities. Featuring Assistant Professor Mei Fang, Alex Li & Alexis Coulourides Kogan. 🗓️ July 8 from 6:00-7:30 pm (PT) 📍Webinar Register: usc.zoom.us/meeting/regi... @sfuurb.bsky.social 010
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Congratulations to Habib Chaudhury on his appointment to the National Seniors Council for a three‑year term! His expertise in dementia‑inclusive and age‑friendly design will help advance the well‑being of older Canadians. Read more: www.canada.ca/en/employmen...canada.caGovernment of Canada appoints new members to National Seniors Council - Canada.caOlder Canadians are vital and valued members of communities across the country. As Canada’s population ages, ensuring that seniors can live with dignity, safety, and comfort remains a key priority. T... 021
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 22/06/2026The Aging in the Right Place team is hiring a Post‑Doctoral Fellow with Dr. Atiya Mahmood. Ideal for emerging scholars with community‑engaged research experience and an interest in aging, housing, and homelessness. Application reviews begin Aug 15. Full job description: www.sfu.ca/gerontology/... 010
Reposted by SFU GerontologySFU Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences @sfufass.bsky.social · 29/05/2026“There is a willingness and interest from municipal planners to integrate lived experiences into design guidelines to inform planning,” says Seetharaman, a post-doctoral fellow in the Department of Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social 032
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 26/05/2026How do genealogical technologies reshape family dynamics? Join @cs-sfu.bsky.social for a free lecture featuring Barbara Mitchell on “Family History, Genealogy and ‘Long-Lost Relatives’” 📍 SFU Harbour Centre Campus 🗓️ June 9 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/family-his....eventbrite.caFamily History, Genealogy and “Long-Lost Relatives”Join SFU’s Liberal Arts and 55+ Program for a free lecture on Tue, June 9. 010
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 20/05/2026At 12, associate professor Theodore Cosco volunteered at a long-term care home to support his grandmother with early dementia. That experience shaped his career in mental health, aging, and health research. Learn more: www.healthresearchbc.ca/news-events/... @sfuspp.bsky.socialhealthresearchbc.caFrom personal experience to generational impact | Michael Smith Health Research BCResearch with impact often starts at home. For Dr. Theodore Cosco, it began with his grandmother’s journey with dementia. 030
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 07/05/2026We are pleased to share the recordings from the 33rd John K. Friesen Conference. Thank you to all the speakers and attendees who contributed to such thoughtful and engaging discussions! Access the recordings: www.sfu.ca/grc/events/f... 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 04/05/2026On April 21, the Inclusive Environments Lab supported the Women’s Age Lab at Women’s College Hospital in hosting a World Café, bringing together community, researchers, and advocates to explore the intersection of climate change and aging through feeling, thinking, and action. More to come. 💚 011
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 09/04/2026This Earth Day (April 22), the SFU Gerontology Research Centre spotlights climate change in an aging world 🌎 Join the conversation April 22–23. Learn more: www.sfu.ca/grc/stories/... #EarthDay #ClimateAction #SFU @sfu.ca @sfufass.bsky.social 031
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 08/04/2026Be part of the discussion at the 2026 Friesen Conference! 🌱 Hear how older adults are leading the charge on climate action, advocating for change, and inspiring communities to build a greener, more resilient world. Register here: friesen2026.eventbrite.ca 010
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 08/04/2026Explore "Community-Based Climate Justice Approaches to Urban Heat and Aging" at the 2026 Friesen Conference! This panel highlights how communities are rethinking care, connection, and the “right to cool” for older adults. Register here: friesen2026.eventbrite.ca 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 07/04/2026Discover innovative approaches to climate resilience at the "Fostering Resilience in an Era of Climate Change" symposium at the 2026 Friesen Conference! Register here: friesen2026.eventbrite.ca 001
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 07/04/2026Join us as Sean Holman discusses how the Climate Disaster Project partners with survivors to co-create testimonies about their lived experiences—reshaping how we understand climate risk and recovery. This portion of the conference is free & open to all. 📅 April 22 @ 6:30 PM | 📍HC7000 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 02/04/2026Learn how communities are tackling climate challenges at the 2026 Friesen Conference! The BREATHE Project teaches leaders and community members to build DIY air cleaners and improve indoor air quality. Register here: friesen2026.eventbrite.ca 011
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 02/04/2026Join Niki Lindstrom at the 2026 Friesen Conference! This session explores community-centered climate resilience in rural and remote BC, blending Indigenous and technical knowledge to develop practical solutions that reflect local priorities. Register here: friesen2026.eventbrite.ca 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 31/03/2026Learn more about the COALESE and COALESCE projects during the panel "From Participants to Co-Researchers: Older Adults in Climate Action Research" at the 2026 Friesen Conference! Register here: friesen2026.eventbrite.ca 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 30/03/2026Join the conversation on "Feeling the Heat: Risk, Awareness and Resilience in Older Adulthood," at the 2026 Friesen Conference! Register here: friesen2026.eventbrite.ca 023
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 25/03/2026The 33rd John K. Friesen Conference opens with keynote Gary Haq. People who were part of the environmental movements of the 1960s now face the realities of climate change. Haq highlights their role in building inclusive, climate-resilient communities. Register: friesen2026.eventbrite.ca 001
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 17/03/2026The program is now live for the 33rd John K. Friesen Conference! Explore sessions on Climate Change in an Aging World and start planning what you don’t want to miss. ⏰ Register by March 31 to secure early-bird rates: friesen2026.eventbrite.cafriesen2026.eventbrite.ca33rd John K. Friesen ConferenceJoin us for this year's conference on "Climate Change in an Aging World" 010
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 16/03/2026Congratulations to Gloria Gutman on being named an SFU 2026 honorary degree recipient! As the founder of SFU’s Department of Gerontology and the Gerontology Research Centre, she has influenced research and advocated for action on aging, elder abuse, LGBTQ+ aging, and seniors’ housing. 001
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 09/03/2026“People often associate aging with losing social ties,” Mitchell says. “But many of our participants are actually gaining new relationships and a renewed sense of belonging.” Read more: www.sfu.ca/gerontology/...sfu.caResearch explores how DNA testing is reshaping identity and family historyThe growing popularity of at-home DNA testing kits is transforming how people understand their family histories and, at times, even their identities. 001
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 03/03/2026Early-bird rates are now open for the 33rd John K. Friesen Conference! This year’s theme, “Climate Change in an Aging World,” explores how global trends in climate change and population aging are reshaping health, communities, and social justice. Register now: friesen2026.eventbrite.ca 010
Reposted by SFU GerontologySFU Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences @sfufass.bsky.social · 27/01/2026Join SFU Multilingual Week February 23 to 28, 2026. Celebrate linguistic diversity in a week-long series of event: a keynote, talks, panels, roundtable discussions, and a language and culture expo. Everyone is welcome—students, faculty members, and staff. And it's free! www.sfu.ca/wll/mlw.html 088
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 12/02/2026On Feb 5, SFU’s Gerontology Research Centre hosted its 21st Ellen Gee Memorial Lecture, celebrating Ellen Gee’s legacy. Isobel Mackenzie spoke on aging, demographics, and policy, and the Seniors Leadership Award recipients were shared. Read more: www.sfu.ca/grc/stories/... @sfugsws.bsky.socialsfu.caEllen Gee Lecture addresses shifting demographics and public policyIsobel Mackenzie challenged common narratives that cast older adults as the primary cause of rising healthcare costs, housing pressures, and fiscal strain. 021
Reposted by SFU GerontologySFU Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences @sfufass.bsky.social · 30/01/2026The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition challenges students to present their thesis and its significance in just three minutes to a general audience. Get your research noticed and receive valuable feedback! Open to all FASS graduate students. ➡️ Registration closes on March 1. Link in Bio. 054
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 28/01/2026Join us for the Ellen Gee Memorial Lecture with Isobel Mackenzie on “Aging is Not Our Fault: The Generational Challenges of Shifting Demographics.” She will unpack how shifting demographics are reshaping policy, healthcare, and public attitudes toward aging. 🔗 Register: ellengee2026.eventbrite.ca 000
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 26/01/2026Postdoctoral Fellow Eireann O'Dea discusses how generativity in later life, expressed through activities like volunteering, can serve as a protective factor, helping reduce isolation and loneliness. Listen to the podcast: www.thestar.com/podcasts/how...thestar.comHow to Live to 100 (or Die Trying): Older men and suicideIsolation and loneliness are the scourge of our later years. 001
Reposted by SFU GerontologySFU Urban Studies @sfuurb.bsky.social · 23/01/2026Congratulations to #sfuurb & @sfugero.bsky.social Professor Mei Lan Fang, who has received the Emerging Community-Engaged Researcher Award. Learn more about Professor Fang's research: www.sfu.ca/ceri/ceri-pr... @sfufass.bsky.social @sfuceri.bsky.social 064
SFU Gerontology @sfugero.bsky.social · 22/01/2026📣 The International Society for Gerontechnology is accepting late breaker abstract submissions for its 15th World Conference. Submit a paper, poster, or symposium proposal to share new or recently finalized findings. Deadline: January 31, 2026 Learn more: isg2026.com/call-for-abs...isg2026.comCall for Abstracts – LATE BREAKER SUBMISSIONS NOW ACCEPTED UNTIL JANUARY 31, 2026! 000