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Registration Video Tutorial for RETURNING students!
Click HERE to see our Fall 2021 updated tutorial on how to register - there have been a few changes
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Registration Video Tutorial for NEW students!
Click HERE to see our Fall 2021 updated tutorial on how to register - there have been a few changes.
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Step 1:
If you are a RETURNING student, make sure you have your student number handy (IE: the 'n999999' number).
If you are a NEW student, a student number will be assigned to you after you register.
Step 2:
If you are a RETURNING student, make sure you have your password handy. (If you don't remember it, just click on the "Reset my password" button when logging in).
Step 3:
When registering, make sure to select "ElderCollege" for COURSE TYPE and "DL Digital" for LOCATION (all CREC courses are DIGITAL this Fall). Leave the other 2 fields empty.
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After Registering: Your BlueJeans Meeting ID and Password for each course will be emailed to you separately about 1 week prior to start date of each course or lecture.
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Here is a "how to" video to get you started using BlueJeans! |
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CAMPBELL RIVER CAMPUS HOURS:
MONDAY - FRIDAY 08:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY - CLOSED
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We look forward to interacting with all of you this year and hope you will find the classes offered to be “a little of something” for everyone.
Have questions or need help email us!
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FALL 2021 COURSES:
ALL COURSES ONLINE!
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My Story
CREC-6065
Nov 23 - Dec 7
Tue, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Fee $30
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CREC-5920
Oct 5, 19 & Nov 2, 16
Tues, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Fee $30
Almost a tourist, but with a twist of history of the country/area, and local culture thrown in. Visit Thailand, Brazil, South Africa, and explore the experiences of a cruise from Rio, South America to Vancouver, BC, all from the comfort of home. This course will be presented every other week.
Instructor: Linda Krahn
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Current Affairs
Discussion Group
CREC-6430
Sept 23 - Oct 28
Thu, 1:30 - 3:00 pm
Fee $30
A lively discussion on current news stories of interest; local and provincial matters that directly affect our community and national and international issues that are hitting the headlines. Reporter and freelance writer Quentin Dodd will moderate and suggest some topics to get us started. Then we will decide on further subjects to explore and debate. Join us online to participate from the comfort of your own home.
Instructor: Quentin Dodd
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Campbell River Museum Presents
CREC-6511
Sept 22 - Oct 6
Wed, 2:30 - 4:00 pm
Fee $30
Join two seasoned historians from the Campbell River Museum, Norm Lee and Steve Lackey, to explore the past, present and future of Campbell River. The class will consist of three presentations: The History of the Pulp and Paper Mill, The Historical Mile and The History of the Beaver Lodge Lands.
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Women in Investing 101 CREC-3504
Oct 20 - Nov 24
Wed, 2:30 - 4:30 pm
Fee $30
This series shares perspective on a process that women can use to identify financial goals and set a strategy. This seminar series will cover a wide range of topics including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etfs, insurance, fees, and estate planning considerations.
Instructor: Kim Emsley-Leik
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Crime Prevention for Seniors
CREC-6232
Oct 6 - 13
Wed, 10:00 - 11:30 am
Fee: FREE
Cpl. Shearer will give tips, recommendations and strategies to make you safer in your home, in the community and when you travel. As well, topics will include internet security, scams and fraud directed at seniors. Bring your questions to the session.
Instructor: Cpl. Matthew Shearer
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Household Disaster Preparedness
CREC-6915
Nov 3
Wed, 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Fee $10
In this workshop you will learn steps to prepare for, respond to, and recover from earthquakes, tsunamis, heat waves, and other disasters. You can also learn how to prepare for your pets and reduce possible damage to your property.
Instructor: Shaun Koopman
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Campbell River Estuary
CREC-6339
Oct 4
Mon, 10:30 - 12:00 pm
Fee $10
Over the last half of a century, the estuary has gone through significant change. Industries came and went. The landscape got modified over decades to serve industrial needs. Now nature is taking back over the estuary. Together with various organizations, and its fantastic volunteers, Greenways Land Trust is working on the on-going restoration. Cynthia, the Executive Director of Greenways Land Trust, will give you the details and the importance of this work.
Instructor: Cynthia Bendickson
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Advance Care Planning
CREC-5765
Oct 20 - 27
Wed, 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Fee FREE
You've done your will, planned your estate, but have you thought about your health care decisions? If you were in a major accident today, would your family know what YOUR wishes are for the ‘end of life’ care? Having "the Talk" with our families and writing the plan will be the best gift you can give them.
Instructor: Geri Arkell
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Travelogue, the Series
CREC-5970
Oct 8, 22 & Nov 5
Fri, 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Fee $30
Travel the 2 Islands of New Zealand, Newfoundland & Wild Labrador, and Bike and Barge through Amsterdam in this 3 Travelogue adventures.
Instructor: George Wagner
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