Defy Dementia is dedicated to providing tools and knowledge to help reduce your dementia risk. Through an engaging podcast, helpful infographics, impactful videos and inspiring events, Defy Dementia provides actionable tips to support brain health and healthy aging. Browse the in-person and virtual Upcoming Events, or explore Past Recorded Events for continued learning:
Upcoming Events
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Past Recorded Events
Virtual Podcast Club - Health Mouth, Healthy Brain
Webinar — November 13, 2025
Discover how oral health connects to brain health ― from how infections and inflammation may influence dementia risk, to practical ways we can protect our teeth and our brains. Expect a conversation that blends science, storytelling and simple actions to support lifelong brain health.
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Never Quit Quitting – Healing the Smoker’s Brain
Webinar — October, 2025
In this engaging mix of lived experience, expert input, and facilitated conversation, we’ll explore how smoking affects brain health and dementia risk, and dive into topics like smoking addiction, stigma, and tips on how to quit.
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Empowering You to Reduce Your Dementia Risk
Toronto Metropolitan University — June 26, 2025
The event featured the latest insights into modifiable dementia risk factors and hear directly from dementia experts and individuals with lived experiences during our interactive panel and Q&A session.
Empowering You to Reduce Your Dementia Risk
Calgary Public Library — April 23, 2025
The event featured the latest insights into modifiable dementia risk factors and hear directly from dementia experts and individuals with lived experiences during our interactive panel and Q&A session.
Virtual Exercise
Webinar — March 18, 2025
Meet Mary Hynes, an 81-year-old retired special ed teacher who has researched ways older adults can reduce health risks and increase resilience. Mary's journey is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to prioritize brain health.
Live to Be Social — Be Social to Live
Webinar — January 28, 2025
Did you know loneliness and social isolation can increase your dementia risk? Watch this recorded event to learn how you can take steps to support your emotional and cognitive well-being today.
Long-Term Care Transitions
Webinar — Dec 2, 2024
Watch this recording for an inspiring, engaging virtual event filled with helpful insights and practical tips, including an interactive panel discussion and Q&A session all about long-term care transitions.
Shepherd Village – Boost Your Brain Health
Webinar — November 25, 2024
Do you want to learn how you can protect your brain health as you age? Watch this recording for an inspiring, engaging event filled with practical tips.
Lightening the Load With Vision and Hearing
Webinar — October 21, 2024
Do you want to learn how taking care of your vision and hearing can help you protect your brain health as you age? Watch this recording for helpful information.
Past Events
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Shaw Festival Champions Positive Aging With Defy Dementia™ Event — November 7, 2025
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Osaka World Expo — June 26, 2025
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Scarborough Grace Life Centre — September 29, 2024
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North York Reference Library — January 24, 2024
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Toronto Metropolitan University 50+ Festival — June 25, 2024
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Ottawa Main Library — November 15, 2023
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Hamilton Central Library — March 27, 2024
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Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver — October 11, 2023
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Whitehorse — March 4, 2024
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Halifax Central Library — August 25, 2023
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Ottawa Main Library — November 15, 2023
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