About this Event

Demographics are shifting and, with that, come both challenges and opportunities for innovators and entrepreneurs. With this in mind, AGE-WELL will spotlight top entrepreneurs and startups in the technology and aging sector.

Prizes at the Atlantic Canada competition will include $20,000 in cash, in-kind prizes and a future opportunity to pitch to regional investors.

Watch the pitches and a not-to-be-missed panel on the future of AgeTech innovation during our live streamed event.

Format: 5 finalists, 5-minute pitches, 5-minute Q&A with a panel of expert judges

AgeTech and Brain Health Panelists

• Dr. Garth Smith is the VP of Business Development and Partnerships at the Ontario Brain Institute

• Jim Mann is on the federal Minister of Health’s first Advisory Board on Dementia, is an Advisory Council member of Research Ethics BC, and a member of AGE-WELL’s Research Management Committee. Diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2007, Jim now volunteers his time to focus on living as well as possible with dementia.

• Dr. Lili Liu is the Dean of Applied Health Sciences at the University of Waterloo. Her research examines ways technologies can help older adults and family caregivers.

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About this Event

Demographics are shifting and, with that, come both challenges and opportunities for innovators and entrepreneurs. Atlantic Canada has felt the effects of these shifts and is making strong efforts to address them. With this in mind, AGE-WELL, InnovaCorp, Innovation PEI, the New Brunswick Innovation Foundation and Aging2 Halifax are coming together to spotlight Atlantic Canada's entrepreneurs and startups in the technology and aging sector. This exciting competition spotlights top entrepreneurs and startups in the technology and aging sector.

Prizes at the Atlantic Canada competition will include $20,000 in cash, in-kind prizes and a future opportunity to pitch to regional investors.

Watch the pitches and a not-to-be-missed panel on the future of AgeTech innovation during our live streamed event.

Format: 5 finalists, 5-minute pitches, 5-minute Q&A with a panel of expert judges

Future of AgeTech Panelists

• Zayna Khayat is Future Strategist with SE Health

• John Hamblin is co-founder of Halifax’s Startup Canada and Aging2.0 chapters

• Jeff White is CEO at the New Brunswick Innovation Foundation

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Presents

Digital Health Technology for Aging in Place

With

Dr. Sylvain Moreno



Tuesday June 2, 2020
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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Presentation Details

In 2016, the Canadian Census confirmed that for the first time in history there are more British Columbians over 65 years old than there are those under 15 years old. This rapidly shifting demographic profile presents unique challenges to the healthcare system. In order to offset the resulting steady increase in healthcare costs, innovative strategies must be employed to maximise the health impact of, and minimize the burden on, existing facilities and infrastructure. Moreover, the covid-19 situation has made the needs of the senior population even more pressing and relevant than ever before.

Numerous government and research findings have indicated that harnessing innovative technologies within existing facilities is a potential solution. ‘Aging in Place’ enables and empowers older adults to age in the location of their choosing particularly their own home and is associated with a host of positive physical and psychological benefits, alongside reductions in healthcare spending.

Digital Health Circle (https://www.digitalhealthcircle.ca), is a non-profit organization specializing in seniors population needs and digital health technologies. Our work has identified and validated a new model of innovation to help the stakeholders of British Columbia to develop and empower the need of the diverse seniors population in BC through technology. During this presentation, we will reveal findings of our national survey, and explore how successful case studies exemplify our co-creation model.

Join Digital Health Circle at the Fleetwood Community Centre on January 25th at a forum on brain health for seniors. Meet organizations serving seniors across the region, and hear from speakers including Jim Mann, a Digital Health Circle board member and renowned advocate for brain health.

There is no cost to attend.

Questions? Contact Sahra-Lea Tosdevine at the City of Surrey at 604-591-4186.

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More info from the City of Surrey’s Age-Friendly Strategy for Seniors:

Brain degeneration is not inevitable because the brain has amazing powers of regeneration. Gain the secrets of brain longevity to give you workable strategies for maintaining your quality of life.

• Discover meaningful lifestyle approaches to reduce cognitive decline

• Learn the surprising secrets of how to grow new brain cells

• Take home practical strategies to maintain a healthy brain

• Access resources and materials to keep you healthy and safe from abuse and neglect.

Light lunch provided. Chances to win door prizes.

Keynote Speaker - Gary Anaka, Brain Coach
A pioneer is brain health and wellness, Gary Anaka is a dynamic, public educator and author with more than 32 years of classroom experience, including several decades of training in brain-based teaching and learning strategies.

Brought to you by City of Surrey's Age Friendly Strategy for Seniors in collaboration with Alzheimer's Society of BC and BC Response Network.  

Digital Health Circle is co-hosting an event with the Embassy of France in Vancouver aiming to shed light on France & Canada's innovation ecosystems and potential ways to strengthen partnerships.

The conference moderated by our CEO, Sylvain Moreno will feature leading experts from France and Canada who will share their knowledge and experiences in the field of innovation, from academia to commercialization.

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Mental health is a fundamental part of overall well-being.

Digital Health Circle is working with local researchers to better understand the perspectives of older adults on mental health, resiliency, and technology use.

Join us for a guided discussion at Barclay Manor in Vancouver’s West End on November 15th.

Register by calling 604-669-5051 or email [email protected].

Join us at this great event put on by the United Way of the Lower Mainland. The second biennial Provincial Summit on Aging will bring together Community-Based Seniors Services (CBSS) organizations, older adults, family and friend caregivers, academia and government representatives to discuss and collaborate on current issues and innovations in healthy aging. Check out their website for further details and to register.

Join us in attending the 2019 SFU 'Invention to Innovation' Venture Pitch Competition. At this event, three scientist-entrepreneurship students of the Invention to Innovation program will pitch their product-ready ventures and three more will pitch their emergent ventures to a panel of expert judges. Click here to register and for more information.

Brock House Society, a senior’s activity centre in Vancouver that aims to encourage and enable seniors to live fuller lives, invites Digital Health Circle to arrange a panel of academic trainees to present the latest research on emerging health technologies for older adults and seniors 55+. Check out our blog post for more details.

Join us as we celebrate National Seniors Day with the City of Surrey. Our seniors make profound contributions to our homes, communities and workplaces. Surrey's Age Friendly Strategy for Seniors helps ensure our seniors are supported and can remain actively engaged and safe in our community.

Come celebrate the launch of Help My Grandma Day in The Mezzanine at Simon Fraser University’s Surrey Campus. Help My Grandma Day is a digital video storytelling contest for BC students and seniors. The contest invites young people to connect with a senior, make a video together, and submit for big prizes including tuition at BC universities and colleges. The contest runs from September 2019 to January 2020 with an award event planned for February 2020. Check out the website for more information

Join Digital Health Circle at this Aging2.0 event on Innovation in Healthy Aging! Aging 2.0 joins the BC Seniors' Living Association Conference. If you are interested in accelerating innovation in your community, this event is for you. Aging2.0 Vancouver Chapter invites you to be a part of re-framing the future of aging at the 2019 BC Senior Living Association (BCSLA) Conference and Tradeshow in Whistler, BC. This year’s speakers are innovative, influential and renowned who will be sure to inspire our attendees.

Join us at the 19th annual New Ventures BC Competition Awards, presented by Innovate BC! The competition has narrowed the field from over 200 competitors to just 10 finalists. See who's taking home over $250,000 in cash and prizes. Check out the website for more information and to register.

Join us at this event put on by AGE-WELL in downtown Vancouver to hear entrepreneurs pitch their solution for positively impacting the lives of older Canadians and/or caregivers. The evening of food, drink, competition, and networking will highlight exciting new technology poised to impact the aging sector.