With safety protocols in place, we are starting to bring in some in-person presentations and workshops at Barclay Manor.

Register for programs at 604-669-5051 or info@wesn.ca.

Note that safety protocols or scheduled activities are subject to change with short notice.

For September, WESN members can look forward to the following:

Four Weeks in September: Write Your Life
Receive guidance to write about your life in this 4 week workshop series. Bring writing materials and a notebook or a laptop. Max 6.
Wednesdays, September 8 – 29, 1:30PM – 3:00PM, Piano Room, Instructor: Phyllis

Safety in the Home
Receive detailed checklists of potential dangers both outside the home and in rooms. Review fire hazards, medications and childproofing. Safety devices and tips for effective renovations are also provided.
Monday, September 13, 1:30PM – 2:30PM, Piano Room, Presenter: COSCO

Tips To Stay Upright And Mobile As We Age
Are you standing tall or hunched over when you walk? Are you shuffling? Are you only able to walk short distances then get tired? Do you find it difficult to stay balanced? If you answer yes to any of these questions then this talk is for you! Physio2U will review proper posture and provide tips and exercise demonstrations to stay upright and mobile as you age.
Monday, September 27, 1:30PM – 2:30PM, Piano Room, Presenter: Physio2U

May Engagement Question: If you could spend one day with anybody in the world, living or not, who would it be and why?

Responses:

“My former husband, it would be fun.”

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June Engagement Question: What is your favourite flavour of ice cream?

Responses:

“Chocolate” x2

“Maple Walnut”

“Lemon Square ice cream, Rain or Shine”

“Whiskey hazelnut from Earnest Ice Cream”

“Cherry Custard, but very few carry it anymore. 😔”

“Peppermint”

“Salted Carmel”

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July Engagement Question: If you could bring a new invention to life, what would it be?

Responses:

“New type of alarm to protect yourself from unwanted visitors to your home”

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August Engagement Question: What is your preferred way of socializing: through an organized event or program or at an informal get-together without scheduled activities? Why?

Responses:

“I prefer an information get-together without scheduled activities.In my experience, people tend not to socialize as much during organized events. This is especially noticeable for someone who’s alone. People seem more relaxed when not being directed.”

“Through an organized event or program. I like the structure and a purpose for getting together. I like to learn and stay active and have friends to do informal gatherings. So, programs are great for me.”

There is an upcoming federal election. Voting day is on September 20, 2021.

To register and vote in the federal election, you must be a Canadian citizen, be at least 18 years old on election day and prove your identity and address.

How do I register to vote?

Register before you go to vote

• Use the Online Voter Registration Service by Tuesday, September 14, 6:00 p.m.
• In person at any Elections Canada office across Canada by Tuesday, September 14, 6:00 p.m.

Register when you go to vote

• At your assigned polling station on election day.
• At your assigned polling station on advance polling days.
• At any Elections Canada office across Canada by Tuesday, September 14, 6:00 p.m.

Ways to vote

Vote on election day

Vote at your assigned polling station on election day, Monday, September 20, 2021. Polls will be open for 12 hours.

Vote on advance polling days

Vote at your assigned polling station from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on:

• Friday, September 10;
• Saturday, September 11;
• Sunday, September 12;
• Monday, September 13.

Vote by mail

To vote by mail, apply online or at any Elections Canada office across Canada. Don’t wait – deadlines apply. You must apply before Tuesday, September 14, 6:00 p.m. You will vote using the special ballot process.

Once you have applied to vote by special ballot, you can’t change your mind and vote at advance polls or on election day.

Vote at any Elections Canada office

There are over 500 Elections Canada offices open across Canada. Vote at any one of them before Tuesday, September 14, 6:00 p.m.

You will vote using the special ballot process.

Offices are open seven days a week:

• Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Sunday: noon to 4:00 p.m.

Find the Elections Canada office nearest to you.

The information in this blog post is from the Elections Canada website.

Last Updated: 31-Aug-2021

With the rising number of active COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, the province has reinstated the mandatory mask mandate. WESN will retain the safety protocols we had in place in August. This means that masks are still mandatory when in any of our 3 locations (Barclay Manor, Kay’s Place and Clothes and Collectibles) and we are not serving food or drinks.

Furthermore, proof of vaccination will be required to participate in social, recreational and educational programs. This includes programs, appointments, using the Computer Lab, workshops, presentations, and events. If you participate in programs at restaurants, bring your proof of vaccination and ID as the restaurant will also be required to see it.

Proof of dose 1 – at minimum – will be required starting September 13. Proof of full vaccination (considered to be 7 days after dose 2) will be required as of October 24.

As always, we are watching the situation and following Provincial Health Office guidance. Protocols may change at any time and will be reflected in signage at our sites as well as in messaging on social media and on our website. Thank you for working alongside us to keep everyone safe.

For information about the BC proof of vaccination plan, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/proof

For information about getting your vaccination, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/vaxforbc

For information about the BC Restart Plan, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/info/restart

For information about Health Gateway and the steps to getting your digital Vaccine Card, visit:
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/health-gateway

We are having a bake sale fundraiser as part of the Barclay Heritage Square Meet and Eat event on August 20th. Visit us between 12:00PM and 3:00PM to learn about WESN and pick up sweet treats to-go. Then, visit our neighbours Friends for Life at Weeks House and Roedde House Museum to learn about their groups and for more goodies to purchase.

The baked goods have been generously sponsored by Bonus Bakery and Greenhorn Cafe. Thank you!

All bake sale proceeds support older adults in the community through the programs and services provided by WESN. Items purchased at Friends for Life and Roedde House Museum support their groups.