Webinars

Learn about dementia from anywhere by participating in one of our live webinars – all you need is a computer, tablet or phone!

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You can sign up for upcoming webinars below, or review our on-demand video content about a range of different topics about living with dementia. You can also subscribe to receive regular webinar updates.

The most recent webinars were Research connects I From dementia stigma to wildfires: Supporting aging in place in rural communities on April 29 and Lived experience panel: Dementia unscripted on March 25.

View our videos in Punjabi and in Cantonese.

How to register

To participate, click on the webinar time that works for your schedule – you'll be provided with instructions on how to sign in. If you register at least 24 hours before a session, you'll also receive an email reminder.

**Please note that we now use ZOOM to present our webinars. For the best experience, please download Zoom app in advance of the meeting. How to connect and join a Zoom meeting.**

Upcoming webinars

Our next webinar will be listed here when confirmed. Stay tuned! 

Research connects I Exercise for brain health
Wednesday, June 24, 2:00 - 3:00 PM PDT 

Exercise has been shown to reduce dementia risk, but are different exercise types better than others? Explore the effects of different types of exercise training programs on the cognitive function of older adults living with mild cognitive impairment, led by Rebeca Hernandez Gamboa, a PhD candidate in rehabilitation sciences at UBC. Rebeca is a member of the Aging, Mobility and Cognitive Health Lab conducting research under the supervision of Dr. Teresa Liu-Ambrose. In this lecture-style webinar, participants will learn about the cognitive effects of aerobic and resistance training for older adults living with mild cognitive impairment, including the benefit to cognitive function and improvement to quality of life and independence. A Q&A period will follow the presentation.
Register today! 

Research connects I Spotlight on global dementia research
Wednesday, June 26, 2:00 - 3:00 PM PDT 

Join our in-house Research and Knowledge Mobilization team for highlights and headlines from the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) in London, United Kingdom, July 12 – 15, 2026. AAIC is the largest international conference on dementia research and features insights from world leaders in dementia science. We will showcase the latest and greatest dementia research exploring risk reduction, diagnostics, treatment and support.  
Register today! 
 

You can also subscribe to receive regular webinar updates.
To learn more about other virtual education opportunities, click here.

For more information

If you have additional questions about our webinars and whether they're suitable for your needs, call the First Link® Dementia Helpline or email [email protected].

On-demand content

We host regular webinars on a range of topics related to living with dementia. You can access a selection of videos from previous webinars divided by theme.

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On-demand content

Dementia education

Learn about the different educational programs that we offer to help educate and empower people living with dementia and their families and friends.

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First Link® Dementia Helpline

The First Link® Dementia Helpline is for anyone affected by dementia, whether professionally or personally. Get the support you need, when you need it. Calling the Helpline has all the benefits of a referral from your health-care provider.

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