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It’s Never Too Late Writing Contest Finalists

May 11, 2011 In the News
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Thank you to everyone who submitted a story to our 50+ writing contest. We were overwhelmed by the number of articles we received from all over the world. We read stories on starting a band, learning from your cat, running a marathon, getting a PhD, falling in love and everything in between. We had a [...]

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Jack Lalanne’s Legacy of Fitness

February 2, 2011 In the News
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These days most of us associated Jack Lalanne with his infomercials that promoted his line of juicers. His death on January 23rd from respiratory failure brought on by pneumonia came as a surprise to the world. Although he was 96 he was still active and looked far younger. Jack Lalanne has been called the godfather [...]

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It’s Never Too Late Writing Contest

January 27, 2011 In the News
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At Impowerage we believe it’s never too late to follow your dreams whatever they may be. We know that life is far from over at 50 and it’s never too late to live the best years of your life. We want to hear from our readers about what you or someone you know has accomplished [...]

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If you are older and you know it…shout out your age!

October 4, 2010 Opinion
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By Jaki Scarcello In February 2010, my book Fifty & Fabulous!: The Best Years of a Woman’s Life launched in the UK. It was a whirlwind of interviews and reviews and a fantastic opportunity for me to spread the word that life after 50+ is Fabulous. Shockingly one UK paper, The Daily Mail, stands out [...]

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Articles Poll

September 23, 2010 In the News

We’re always interested in hearing your feedback on what types of information and articles you’d like to see in Impowerage.  Please fill out this brief survey to help us deliver the content you want to see. Create your free online surveys with SurveyMonkey, the world’s leading questionnaire tool.

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When does one become a senior?

August 4, 2010 In the News
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When Impowerage was started we deliberately avoided the use of the word senior in our title. While our magazine is intended for people over 50, I have often heard of people in their 60s and 70s feel uncomfortable describing themselves as seniors. The word senior seems to bring up notions of rocking chairs and nursing [...]

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Opinion: Being Attractive at any Age

July 21, 2010 Opinion
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By Madeleine Kolb We live in a culture obsessed with looks. From puberty (or even before), girls are inculcated with the need to cleanse, tone, and moisturize their skin, then to apply blusher, powder, gloss, mascara, eye liner, eye shadow and other stuff. So they can look good. As girls become young women and head [...]

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Seniors Boot Camp Recap

July 8, 2010 In the News
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Impowerage held its 2nd Seniors Boot Camp on June 28th in Langley, British Columbia. The Impowerage Seniors Boot Camp is a unique event that covers a variety of topics. This year seniors were given a crash course on the keys to aging well. Dr. Carolyn Anderson talked about following an anti-inflammatory diet to prevent age [...]

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2010 BC Senior Games

June 25, 2010 In the News
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Impowerage is pleased to announce our sponsorship of the 2010 BC Senior Games. The games for BC residents over 55 are being held in the Comox Valley and Campbell River on September 15-18th. If you’re interested in registering for an event you have until July 15th. No matter what your activity level, skills or abilities [...]

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Seniors Boot Camp For Your Physical & Financial Health

May 25, 2010 In the News
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Impowerage is pleased to present the Impowerage Seniors Boot Camp for your Physical & Financial Health   This free event hosted by Impowerage and sponsored by the Langley Seniors Village will be held Monday night, June 28th in Langley, BC. Speakers will share their expertise on aging well and managing your money during retirement. Dr. [...]

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