National Seniors Day
October 1 is National Seniors Day.
This is an occasion for all Canadians to join in celebrating older adults across Canada - whether a parent, a co-worker, a neighbour or a friend.
Cooling Centres Open in Burnaby
Due to the extreme heat that we will be experiencing in the next few days, the City of Burnaby will be opening its Cooling Centres. They will be open from 10am to 10pm beginning on Saturday, July 6 until further notice:
Bonsor Recreation Complex (6550 Bonsor Ave)
Cameron Community Centre (9523 Cameron St)
Edmonds Community Centre (7433 Edmonds St)
Eileen Dailly Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre (240 Willingdon Ave)
All Cooling Centres will have comfortable seating, drinking water, washrooms, pay showers, Wi-Fi and electrical outlets.
Everyone is welcome. For further information, updates, and interactive map, please visit: burnaby.ca.
The Burnaby RCMP is also activating its Extreme Heat Response Plan and will be conducting extra outreach patrols to connect our vulnerable community members with resources. For further information and tips, please visit: burnaby.rcmp.ca
Tips for Burnaby Seniors to Prepare for Heat
Are you a senior living in Burnaby?
See the poster for some tips to prepare for the current heat wave.
See the poster for some tips to prepare for the current heat wave.