The Sheridan Elder Research Center (SERC) of Sheridan College is celebrating its 10th anniversary on September 6, 2013.

SERC’s mandate is “to identify, develop, test and support implementation of innovative strategies that improve the quality of life for older adults and their families, and to do this through applied research.”

Speaking at the celebration will Dr. Alex Kalache.  A renowned expert on population ageing, Dr. Kalache is the President of the International Longevity Centre in Rio de Janeiro and the former Director of the World Health Organization’s Global Ageing Program.  Dr. Kalache’s foresight and persistence on global ageing policy have contributed to a significant paradigm shift, both in terms of positivity toward longevity and the strengthening of a focus on the life-course approach to ageing and health.

If you’re interested in attending the celebration and presentation please see the  invitation below.

When:  Friday September 6th from 6:30 to 9:00 pm

Location:  Sheridan College, 1430 Trafalgar Road, Oakville, ON L6H 2L1 (Show on Google Maps)

Invitation:  SERC’s 10th Anniversary E-Invite