In an age-friendly British Columbia, older people are supported to live active, socially engaged, independent lives. Our vision is of a province where people of all ages and abilities feel included and valued in their communities. Through Age-friendly B.C., the government of British Columbia is working with local governments and other partners to achieve this vision.

These web pages will help you discover what you can do to make your community age-friendly.

Age-friendly Communities
Local government officials and staff, and interested community members, can get information on the benefits and the key features of an age-friendly community; the steps to becoming an age-friendly community; and how to get recognized for their efforts.

Age-friendly Businesses
Business owners can learn what it means to be an age-friendly business, and how their business rates on the age-friendly scale.

Ideas in Action
See how innovative communities around the province are making great strides in becoming age-friendly. Get ideas for your own age-friendly initiatives.

Links to Resources
Find links to a wide range of supports, tools and resources to help you get started in making your community or business age-friendly.

The PlanH program supports local government engagement and partnerships across sectors for creating healthier communities. Recognizing that community policy, plans, and decisions affect health and well-being, PlanH provides learning opportunities, resources, and leading-edge practices for collaborative local action.

PlanH is a partnership between BC Healthy Communities Society and Healthy Families BC, and is informed by health authorities and other key stakeholders.

Included on the website are sections on health care, finances, benefits, housing, transportation and more.

Check back regularly for up to date content, announcements of events, B.C. government programs and feature stories showcasing the achievements of older British Columbians.