This essay explores Munro`s discourse of dementia which is a main theme in "The Bear Came Over the Mountain." Munro`s discourse of dementia destroys the conventional associations that have been established negatively. It defies dominant dementia narratives of decline or other-ed condition, instead it re-establishes a new empowering narrative of an opportunity for change and self-renewal. Fiona, a character with dementia, accepts her situation, voluntarily goes to a sanitorium and spends on meaning making. Her husband, Grant, having been disconcerted, admits different ways of thinking and gets self-growth by implementing altruistic performances for others. Munro expands her discourse of dementia into social issues by describing and revealing social services and systems. Munro`s discourse of dementia presents a positive alterative for individuals to confront future distressing circumstances and also contributes to future society by suggesting the needs of continuous change. (Hannam University)