Wednesday, Oct. 1 marks National Seniors Day in Canada, a reminder to give back and acknowledge the seniors that make a difference in your life, whether they are parents, neighbours or friends.
King Township is celebrating and recognizing the contributions our older population makes to our families, communities and society with a selection of free activities and events. Whether you’re looking to keep active, enjoy the thriving local social scene or learn how technology can best serve you as you age, King’s National Seniors Day festivities are conveniently located throughout all three villages. On Wednesday, Oct. 1, head to your local community centre to attend one (or more) of:
Senior track hour: Take things at your own pace from 9 to 10 a.m. at both Trisan Centre and Zancor Centre.
Table tennis and carpet bowling: Bring your “A game” to the Dr. William Laceby Nobleton Community Centre and Arena from 10 a.m. to noon.
Mobility Matters: reach your potential at King City Seniors Centre from 10 to 11 a.m. or 11 a.m. to noon.
55+ drop-in skate: Glide into a good time at the Trisan Centre from 11 to 11:50 a.m., Zancor Centre from 1:30 to 2:20 p.m. or the Dr. William Laceby Nobleton Community Centre and Arena from 2:30 to 3:20 p.m.
Card games: Combine skill and strategy in games of bridge from 1 to 4 p.m. at the King City Seniors Centre, and mahjong from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at the Trisan Centre.
To find drop-in and registered recreation programs for seniors, visit king.ca/seniors.
King Township Senior (55+) Membership Program
The King Township Senior Membership Program brings a variety of trips, workshops, drop-in programs and social opportunities to King Township residents.
Becoming a member gets you exclusive access to recreational programming and services at a discounted cost, a weekly email containing 55+ program information and updates.
If you aren’t a member yet, now is the perfect time to give it a try; King Seniors Memberships are available at a discounted rate for the remainder of the year, just $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents. There is an assortment of amazing activities coming up on the calendar in 2025 including an excursion to Christmas on Ice at Niagara Fallsview Casino on December 11.
Memberships can be purchased online or in-person at the King City Seniors Centre and Trisan Centre.
King Age-Friendly Community Action Plan
The accessible and welcoming programs running on National Seniors Day reflect King’s commitment to creating an age-friendly community. An age-friendly community provides services, policies and structures to fit the needs of this rapidly growing population, focusing on their ability to maintain their independence and participate in the community. Becoming an age-friendly community has been identified as one of the key results in the 2023-2026 King Township Corporate Strategic Plan.
King Township community members of all ages are invited to join our AFC steering committee members and consultants at the following Open Houses for an in-depth discussion about how King can become an age-friendly community. The feedback will be used to help create a 5-year King Age-Friendly Community Action Plan. Light snacks and beverages will be provided while quantities last.
- Monday, Sept. 29 at 5:30–7:30 p.m.
King City Seniors Centre – 1970 King Road, King City - Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Trisan Centre – 25 Dillane Drive, Schomberg
For more information, visit king.ca/seniors.
