BC Retired Teachers' Association

BCRTA advocates for the well-being of our members, for seniors and for the cause of public education. Publishes PostScript Magazine and Connections Newsletter.

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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

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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

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📅 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://t.co/T0gbPPpdBn

#BCRTA #AGM #Conference #BCTeachers #BCEducation

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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://t.co/vlNADYnQCn

#BCRTA #Alzheimers #Awareness

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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://t.co/T0gbPPpdBn

#BCRTA #AGM #Conference

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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://t.co/T0gbPPpdBn

#BCRTA #BCTeachers #AI

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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 broadcast, September 26 at 9:15AM:

https://t.co/T0gbPPpdBn

#BCRTA #BCTeachers #AgeFriendly

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🍂 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: https://t.co/yNXsku0GTH

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

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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 https://t.co/iDPcRC2dqP and sign up using code BCRTA + your member ID.

#BCRTA

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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 https://t.co/SbSJ8p9uGg

#BCRTA #Collette #Travel #Discounts #TravelSavings

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Happy BC Day!☀️

#bcrta #bc #BritishColumbia

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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 https://t.co/Ccyvm0MaxN)

#bcrta #BC #heatwave #HeatSafety #seniors

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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: https://t.co/QsjBH3UQWn

#BCRTA #PostScript #AFRETECH #BCTeachers

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PSRG - What They Don't Tell You About Retirement

A presentation of the Public Sector Retiree Group.

Full Video Here: https://t.co/Eu1c3LplTz

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

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"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: https://t.co/QsjBH3UQWn

#BCRTA #Canada #FirstNations

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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: https://t.co/DbR6ooHExB

#BCRTA #belairdirect #scholarship #undergrad

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🍁HAPPY CANADA DAY🍁

#Canada #CanadaDay #BCRTA

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☀️The Summer 2025 PostScript has arrived!☀️

Dive into this issue of PostScript Magazine here: https://t.co/QsjBH3UQWn

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

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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

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🎉 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