BC Retired Teachers’ Association

Today, we celebrate the International Day of Older Adults, a time to recognize the invaluable contributions that older adults make to our communities, families, and society.

#OlderAdultsDay #BCRTA

Today, we celebrate the International Day of Older Adults, a time to recognize the invaluable contributions that older adults make to our communities, families, and society.

#OlderAdultsDay #BCRTA

As former educators, we understand that the classroom has shaped many minds - but not always justly. Today, we reflect on how education was used to harm, and how it must now be used to heal. 🧡


#TruthAndReconciliation #BCRTA

📅 September 25–27 marks the BCRTA’s 80th Annual AGM & Conference!

Tune into the live broadcast, September 26, to see our keynote speakers, important announcements, awards presentations and more!
https://bcrta.ca/conference2025

#BCRTA #AGM #Conference #BCTeachers #BCEducation

September 21 is World Alzheimer’s
Day.

Alzheimer’s is the most common form
of dementia, affecting over 55 million
worldwide and 600,000 in Canada.

To learn more or take action, visit:
https://alzheimer.ca/bc/en

#BCRTA #Alzheimers #Awareness

Vicki Robinson’s talk, Gift of Knowledge – Steps to Consider before the End, brings light and clarity to many of the questions that arise in the final chapters of life.

Watch the conference speech live, September 26 at 1:00PM:
https://bcrta.ca/conference2025

#BCRTA #AGM #Conference

On September 26, explore the evolving functions of education in society—past, present, and future—in Crawford Killian’s talk, Teaching from the Stone Age to AI.

Watch the speech broadcast live at 10:45AM the day of conference:
https://bcrta.ca/conference2025

#BCRTA #BCTeachers #AI

Keynote speaker Devona Putland explores the Age Friendly movement, building inclusive communities, and aging-in-place in her talk, Sustaining Age-Friendly Programs.

Tune into the live conference broadcast, September 26 at 9:15AM:

https://bcrta.ca/conference2025

#BCRTA #BCTeachers #AgeFriendly

🍂 Fall 2025 issue of PostScript is here!

With the new season come new stories, adventures, games, and some major announcements!

Get cozy and dive into the latest issue of PostScript, found here: bcrta.ca/fall-2025/

#BCRTA #PostScript #BCTeachers #retirement #Fall #BCTF

BCRTA members have access to 5000+ exclusive perks and discounts across a variety of brands and services!

Visit our website to learn more about registering for Perkopolis (Link in our bio!)

Or visit www.perkopolis.com and sign up using code BCRTA + your member ID.

#BCRTA #perkopolis #discounts

BCRTA members have the opportunity to save big through our partners at Collette.

To learn more, visit our BCRTA member benefits page (Link in our bio!)

or visit www.gocollette.com/en-ca/partne...

#BCRTA #Collette #Travel #Discounts #TravelSavings

Happy BC Day!☀️

#bcrta #bc #BritishColumbia

Older adults are especially vulnerable to excessive heat.

With a hot summer ahead, it’s essential to understand the risks—and take steps to stay safe and cool.

To learn more, visit the link in our bio!
(or go to bcrta.ca/news/)

#bcrta #BC #heatwave #HeatSafety #seniors

Bonnie Sutherland, President of AFRETECH Aid Society, shares her journey developing and expanding education and health programs across the developing world.

Find this article in the Summer 2025 PostScript: bcrta.ca/summer-2025/

#BCRTA #PostScript #AFRETECH #BCTeachers

PSRG - What They Don't Tell You About Retirement

A presentation of the Public Sector Retiree Group.

Full Video Here: youtu.be/5dvaI-w_SQw?...

#bcrta #bcgrea #mpra #cppr #retirement #BC #planning #TPP #MPP #PSPP #CPP #OAS #canada

"Turning Points: Lessons from My Mother’s Life" by Helene McGall shares stories from her childhood, piecing together the life of her mother and the lessons that shaped who she is today.

Article in Summer 2025's PostScript: bcrta.ca/summer-2025/

#BCRTA #PostScript #Canada #FirstNations #BC

If you’re a BCRTA member—or the child or grandchild of one—you may be eligible to receive one of 50 scholarships worth $1,000 each, courtesy of our partners at belairdirect.

📚 Learn more or apply at: www.belairdirect.com/en/scholarsh...

#BCRTA #belairdirect #scholarship #undergrad #BCEducation

🍁HAPPY CANADA DAY🍁

#Canada #CanadaDay #BCRTA

☀️The Summer 2025 PostScript has arrived!☀️

Dive into this issue of PostScript Magazine here: bcrta.ca/summer-2025/

#BCRTA #BCEducation #retirement #PostScript #Summer #BCTF

As the 2025 school year wraps up, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all BC educators beginning their next chapter—retirement! Thank you for your dedication, passion, and service in shaping minds and strengthening communities.

#retirement #ThankYouTeachers #BCTeachers #BCRTA #BCEducators

🎉 Congratulations to Kim Zimmerman of Lord Kelvin Elementary on receiving one of this year’s 2025 Golden Star Awards! 🌟

#BCRTA #BCeducation #BCed #BCTeachers #community #seniors #sewing #ConnectingGenerations #CreativeLearning #CommunityLeader

Join the Abbotsford RTA for a sunny afternoon of good food and great company on June 12th from 11:00AM to 2:00PM at Matsqui Village Park!

Interested in joining? Contact the ARTA President Gloria at gloriaadam@shaw.ca.

(Link in our bio!)

#BCTeachers #BCRTA #retirement #Abbotsford #retiredteachers

#BCRTA Thompson - Okanagan zone meeting in Kamloops, BC.
#retiredteachers #retiredteacher

Read Larry Kuehn's article, “A Story to Tell,” in #PostScript Magazine to dive into the story of retired teachers preserving school history and making it publicly accessible. bcrta.ca/spring-2025/

#BCRTA #heritage #retiredteacher #retiredteachers

Event Recap: Vancouver Retired Teachers' Association
VRTA members joined a lively Greek baking workshop led by our talented Lizette Pappas (VRTA’s second VP). Everyone got hands-on baking and we got to take them home! Big thanks to Lizette and everyone for a deliciously fun day!

#BCRTA #Vancouver

Celebrate spring with your retired school colleagues and friends by joining Spring Luncheon & AGM organized by Delta Branch.
Date: Wednesday, May 7th.
Please RSVP with your food choice to Yvonne Chard (drtaevents@gmail.com) by May 4th.
Learn more: bcrta.ca/events/delta...
#BCRTA #DeltaBC

Join #BCRTA Pre-Retirement Online Workshop – Understanding your pensions and benefits!
These workshops have the information you need to confidently create a retirement plan.
Date: April 23rd at 7:00pm PST
Sign up here: bcrta.ca/register
#bctf #tpp #bcteachers #teachersfollowteachers #retirement

🌱Event Recap: Kamloops Thompson Retired Teachers’ Association. 🌞
Last Monday Kamloops Branch organized a visit to Gardengate. A big thank you to everyone who joined us for this event!

#BCRTA #kamloops

#BCRTA wants to take a moment to wish you a joyful holiday—whether you're celebrating Easter, spending time with loved ones, or enjoying the arrival of spring. Note: Our office will be closed on April 18th & April 21st, reopening on Tuesday.
Wishing you a restful and refreshing weekend!
#BCRTA

BCRTA’s Kamloops-Thompson Branch presents April lunch and learn. RSVP by April 22nd to onlineoffice.ktrta@gmail.com so we can confirm numbers for lunch. For more information visit: bcrta.ca/events/kamlo...
#BCRTA #Kamloops