Upcoming Events
Photo Group | May 24
Theme: Windows
As always, you can send photos on other themes, and the photos can be recent (preferred!) or from your catalog.
Please send two photos to Richard Spencer on this theme (or your choice) before the meeting.
If you would like to join, please contact Richard Spencer at richard@rhspencer.ca for Zoom details
Check out the Photo Group’s Flickr account to view photos from their last meeting.
Friday, 24 May 2024 - 3:00pm
UBC Okanagan Meeting | June 5
Join us for a Special Meeting with Dr. Benoit-Antoine Bacon. Dr. Bacon will meet with members of the Emeritus College on the Okanagan campus and give a short presentation on his journey to UBC, what he sees for the future of UBC and where Emeriti fit in.
Paul Harrison, Emeritus College Principal, will also be in attendance to discuss the benefits of the Emeritus College and how members living in the Okanagan can access all that the Emeritus College has to offer.
Finally, we hope to discuss ideas for expansion of the UBC Emeritus College special interest groups for those living in the Okanagan. Currently there is a UBC-O Outdoor Activities Group but any new ideas will be most welcome!
Please note this is an in-person event. Coffee and tea will be available.
Wednesday, 5 June 2024 - 9:00am
Joint Council Meeting | June 5
Current and incoming council members will meet
Wednesday, 5 June 2024 - 10:00am
Seniors’ Sports Program | June 5
UBC Emeriti Seniors’ Sports Program focuses on modified small-sided games and racquet sport opportunities. An integral part of the UBC Emeriti Seniors’ Sports Program will include post-activity social. In the initial phase, programs begin in April until September.
The below schedule is subject to change. Please reach out to Harry Hubball harry.hubball@ubc.ca for the most up-to-date information.
NOTE ABOUT PARTICIPATION: Due to complex facility booking, sport-specific costs, and availability, the schedule will be posted at least 1-month in advance and ‘signed-up’ participants will be required to confirm their attendance 2 weeks prior. Those who have already signed-up for a scheduled sport will have 1st priority. Anyone who wishes to join an activity should contact Harry Hubball prior to the event to confirm availability: harry.hubball@ubc.ca
*SAFETY-FIRST & MODIFIED SENIORS’ SPORTS.
If you are taking part in the activities of the Emeritus College Sports SIG, please recognize that you do so voluntarily for recreational purposes. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in good health and are comfortable with the modified sport you are taking part in. You must wear any recommended safety equipment (e.g., shin guards, appropriate footwear, etc) as required and participate in a safe manner by obeying rules and regulations. Furthermore, to prevent injury, ensure that you conduct personal warm-up and cool-down strategies, prior to, and following participation in seniors’ sport.
Wednesday, 5 June 2024 - 12:00pm
Information Meeting on Extended Health and Travel Insurance | June 6
Information Meeting on Extended Health and Travel Insurance
The Emeritus College has organized a meeting to discuss extended health, dental, and travel insurance. You can attend either in person or virtually. The meeting will also be recorded and available for later viewing on the College YouTube website. Representatives from Sun Life, Johnson, RTOERO, and UBC Human Resources will each make short presentations and be available to respond to your questions concerning the insurance options available to you:
- UBC/Sun Life RSB Plan: Extended Health; Dental; EFAP
- Johnson, Inc.: MEDOC (Travel Insurance only)
- Johnson, Inc. Extended Health with Travel Insurance; Dental
- RTOERO: Extended Health with Travel Insurance; Hospitalization; Dental
This meeting will provide an update and refresher on the key features of the insurance plans and their comparative strengths and limitations.
It will be of special interest to individuals:
- whose health or personal circumstances have changed recently
- wanting to know more about the comparative advantages of the Johnson and RTO plans
- approaching age 76 (when the cost of stand-alone travel insurance increases significantly)
- who are still working and are planning for their retirement
- who are working, or are expecting to work, past age 71
To get the most benefit from this meeting, we strongly recommend that you read prior to the meeting the Emeritus College’s user-friendly insurance guide, Choosing Extended Health and Travel Insurance to Meet Your Specific Needs which you can find on our website by clicking on the link. This guide discusses the coverage, strengths, limitations, and cost of the four plans available to you.
Registration is required for this event.
Location: Entrance to Irving K Barber Learning Centre is off East Mall. Stairs and elevator available
Parking: The closest parking is the UBC North Parkade (6115 Student Union Blvd) or the Rose Garden Parkade (6278 NW Marine Dr).
This event is available both in-person and on Zoom. A recording will also be made available after the event. If you are feeling unwell or have flu-like symptoms please stay home.
This event will be photographed and images may be posted on our website or used for marketing purposes. If you would prefer not to be photographed, please inform the photographer. UBC is authorized to collect these images under section 26 of the British Columbia Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
Thursday, 6 June 2024 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Okanagan Outdoor Activities Group | June 10
bike trip on the old Kettle Valley railbed in Myra Canyon
You are invited to the second outing of the newly established Okanagan Outdoor Activities Group. The group has planned a bike trip on the old Kettle Valley railbed in Myra Canyon (Myra Bellevue Provincial Park). The KVR and Myra Canyon are one of the Okanagan’s most important historical locations as well as having dramatic views of the Okanagan Valley. The bike trip will be led by Maury Williams (Myra’s Men; Building the Kettle Valley Railway) and co-teacher (with Rick Garvin) of two historical/archaeological digs in Myra Canyon.
We shall bike through the canyon, starting at the Myra end, and then stopping en route periodically for noteworthy explanations. We shall end at the June Springs end followed by a visit to Morrissey's Camp #2 (the 1912-14 construction camp where Rick and Maury did the first dig. This camp was subsequently opened to the public in August 2022 and is located about 100 m from the June Springs gate). Then we’ll bike back to the Myra parking lot. Distance one way is ca 11 km over a flat well packed trail.
Some particulars.
Start time & meeting place: 10:30 am in Myra end parking lot
Travel time: from the UBCO campus it is about 50 minutes. DON’T GO TO THE JUNE SPRINGS END. Carry on McCulloch Rd past Gallaghers golf course, down the hill crossing KLO creek, and then watch for the sign to Myra. The road up is gravel and can be a bit rough but easily passable by car (i.e., 4 wheel is not needed) - Total time at Myra Canyon: ca 4 hours.
Bikes: Either bring a bike or rent from Myra Canyon Bicycle Rentals (located at the entrance to the trail in Myra Station parking lot). If you rent you should make a reservation – see MCBR website.
Lunch: yes—also snacks, and bring plenty of water
Dress: be prepared. Even if it is a warm/hot day bring extra clothing. The weather can change quickly and dramatically – don’t be fooled by how nice it is in Kelowna.
THIS IS IMPORTANT; MAXIMUM NUMBER ON THIS BIKE TRIP IS TWELVE (12) – otherwise it is too congested on the railbed, especially since we’ll be stopping frequently. CONTACT MAURY DIRECTLY TO RESERVE A SPOT: maurice.williams@ubc.ca
If there is interest beyond 12, Maury will arrange a second bike trip.
And from the UBC Emeritus College: If you are taking part in the activities of the Emeritus College Okanagan Outdoor Activities SIG, please recognize that you do so voluntarily for recreational purposes. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in good health and are comfortable with the activities you are taking part in. You must wear any recommended appropriate footwear and clothing and participate in a safe manner.
Monday, 10 June 2024 - 10:30am