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Here, you'll find everything from municipal services to sustainability initiatives by the Township.
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Here, you'll find everything from municipal services to sustainability initiatives by the Township.
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.Learn more about what your Township does in this section, access council meeting minutes, videos and agendas, take a look at the Township's strategic initiatives and more.
Brookswood-Fernridge Community Plan
2021 By-election Name Order on Ballot
2021 Filed Nomination Packages
Learn more about what your Township does in this section, access council meeting minutes, videos and agendas, take a look at the Township's strategic initiatives and more.
Learn more about what your Township does in this section, access council meeting minutes, videos and agendas, take a look at the Township's strategic initiatives and more.
.Discover admission fees, drop-in schedules, special events details, a parks listing with amenities, and current field status reports. You can also access information on community and recreation centres.
Discover admission fees, drop-in schedules, special events details, a parks listing with amenities, and current field status reports. You can also access information on community and recreation centres.
Discover admission fees, drop-in schedules, special events details, a parks listing with amenities, and current field status reports. You can also access information on community and recreation centres.
.The Langley Centennial Museum, located in the historic village of Fort Langley, is owned and operated by the Township of Langley.
The Township of Langley provides access to an unparalleled transportation network, world-class amenities and supplies, a skilled labour force, and some of Metro Vancouver's most affordable housing and business rates - including one of the region's most competitive tax rates.
Welcoming up to 100,000 rotary and fixed-wing traffic movements per year, YNJ is one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country. The airport is home to 55 aviation businesses providing everything from chartered helicopter and fixed-wing flights to aerospace innovation, parts manufacturing, and maintenance
The Township of Langley provides access to an unparalleled transportation network, world-class amenities and supplies, a skilled labour force, and some of Metro Vancouver's most affordable housing and business rates - including one of the region's most competitive tax rates.
Welcoming up to 100,000 rotary and fixed-wing traffic movements per year, YNJ is one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country. The airport is home to 55 aviation businesses providing everything from chartered helicopter and fixed-wing flights to aerospace innovation, parts manufacturing, and maintenance
The Township of Langley provides access to an unparalleled transportation network, world-class amenities and supplies, a skilled labour force, and some of Metro Vancouver's most affordable housing and business rates - including one of the region's most competitive tax rates.
Welcoming up to 100,000 rotary and fixed-wing traffic movements per year, YNJ is one of the busiest general aviation airports in the country. The airport is home to 55 aviation businesses providing everything from chartered helicopter and fixed-wing flights to aerospace innovation, parts manufacturing, and maintenance
Not sure where to find Township facilities, want to get involved by volunteering, or appear as a delegation to council? Take a look at this section.
Not sure where to find Township facilities, want to get involved by volunteering, or appear as a delegation to council? Take a look at this section.
Not sure where to find Township facilities, want to get involved by volunteering, or appear as a delegation to council? Take a look at this section.
.The Open Data Catalogue aims to increase the availability of information managed by the Township of Langley by providing data in common, machine readable formats. Whether you are an entrepreneur, academic, or a member of the community, we encourage you to use this data.
Canadians are living longer and healthier than ever before and want to stay well and engaged with their communities in meaningful ways. The Age- and Dementia-friendly Action Plan is the second strategy focused on older adults prepared by the Township since 2014. This updated Plan is being developed to sustain Township actions and programs that help people age in the right place and be connected and active for as long as they choose. In recognition of the increasing number of people living with dementia due to population aging, this updated Plan includes a dementia-friendly perspective.
Age-friendly communities support and enable people to age in the right place with dignity, respect, and independence, and promote the participation of older adults in all areas of community life. People of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds benefit from initiatives that increase safety, accessibility, and social inclusion. Dementia-friendly communities complement age-friendly initiatives by considering the needs of people living with dementia.
Nearly 24,000 people aged 65 or older are living in the Township of Langley, making up 16.8% of the total population. By 2030, this age group is projected to increase to 38,000 (21.6%); by 2046, it is expected to increase to 52,500 (23.9%).
There are approximately 1,800 people living with dementia in Langley; these numbers are projected to rise to an estimated 3,200 people in 2030. Most people with dementia live at home in the community.
The Township has been preparing for an aging population through a number of recent planning and engagement initiatives. Most notably, the Township developed its first Age-friendly Strategy in 2014. Based on the work undertaken as part of the Age-friendly Strategy, the Province of BC has formally recognized the Township as an age-friendly community. The new Age- and Dementia-friendly Action Plan will build on our work to date.
Dementia is an overall term for a set of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain, including memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language, severe enough to reduce a person’s ability to perform everyday activities. Aging does not cause dementia. While mild changes in cognition may come with aging, dementia is not a normal part of the aging process. However, age is the strongest known risk factor for dementia, though some younger people, in their 40s or 50s, may be diagnosed with early onset.
The work to develop the Age- and Dementia-friendly Action Plan started in late 2020 and has benefited from a range of inputs. It is anticipated that a final draft Action Plan will be presented to Township Council in late 2021.
Action Plan Inputs:
Things that make Langley Township a great community for older adults:
Opportunities moving forward:
Building an age- and dementia-friendly community is a shared responsibility of all levels of government and requires involvement from numerous organizations, groups, and individuals. As a local government, the Township’s role includes delivering recreation and culture programs, managing public parks, trails, and streets, and convening diverse organizations to foster collaborative action. Notably, the Township is not responsible for delivering or funding public transit or healthcare services.
The draft Age- and Dementia-friendly Action Plan establishes 5 priority areas and 37 related actions. The draft actions build on and complement initiatives the Township has completed or initiated under the 2014 Age-friendly Strategy (see the 2019 Progress Report for more detail).
Everyone has opportunities to participate in community decision-making. Older adults also have opportunities to share their experiences and skills with the community through paid and volunteer work.
Draft Actions:
A. Recognize and support older adults who continue to work.Communication tools, content, and activities are respectful and accessible. Information about programs and resources to help people meet their needs is available, appropriately designed, and effectively delivered.
Draft Actions:
A. Work with community partners to expand cross-sector collaboration for communication, education, training, and service delivery.Outdoor and indoor environments are designed to help people get around safely and easily, encourage active healthy living, and provide opportunities for social interaction. Housing and transportation options allow older adults to age in the right place.
Draft Actions:
A. Continue to advocate for better transit options and routes.Older adults have access to the social and health services they need to stay healthy and independent, with appropriate, affordable support as needs change.
Draft Actions:
A. Advocate for affordable non-medical services (i.e. housecleaning, home, and yard maintenance).Older adults have opportunities to develop and maintain their social networks. Programs and services are developed with consideration of their needs and preferences.
Draft Actions:
A. Explore opportunities to enhance rural area access to supports and services.Provide your comments on the draft Age- and Dementia-friendly Action Plan using the form below. If you have questions and would like a response from Township staff, please include your phone number or email address in the form. Feedback on this form will be accepted until October 24.
Following the public feedback period, a final draft of the Age- and Dementia-friendly Action Plan will be prepared for Council’s consideration, currently anticipated in late 2021. Based on Council’s direction, implementation of the new Age- and Dementia-friendly Action Plan would follow.
More Information
Community Development Division
socialplanning@tol.ca
604-533-6034
Social Sustainability
Our Social Sustainability Goals and Objectives
Children and Youth
Child Care Action Plan
Community Involvement and Support
Health and Wellness
Housing
Housing Action Plan Update
Seniors
Age- and Dementia-friendly Action Plan
Social Sustainability Strategy