55+ Active Adults
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Clarington’s 55+ Active Adults offer programs, workshops and special events to help older adults stay connected and keep active.
We are excited to have dedicated staff to provide a variety of programs and services for all adults aged 55+. There is no membership fee. Just pay for the activities that interest you.
Visit www.clarington.net/BeActive to find an activity that interests you. Below is a sample of some of the classes and workshops we offer.
Clarington Cultural Connections
We’re excited to launch a new initiative celebrating the cultural heritage of older adults in Clarington through art, music, dance, cooking, and storytelling. These inspiring experiences honour traditions from diverse backgrounds and help create a welcoming community for all.
Your input will help shape meaningful and inclusive activities that bring people together and strengthen connections.
This initiative is made possible through funding from the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.
| Programs |
Clarington 55+ Active Adults are offers a variety of programming including:
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| Workshops |
Our fun and informative workshops are a perfect way to learn something new. Past workshops include:
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| Fitness Classes |
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| Drop-In Activities |
| Tournaments and Special Events |
Throughout the year, we host special events and tournaments. Some of our most popular past events include:
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Get involved
Volunteers make up the very fabric of our community. We are looking for volunteers who want to be a part of our 55+ Active Adult programming. We are always looking for volunteers to help with special events, kitchen prep and drop-in programs.
Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee
The Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee supports 55+ Active Adult staff and provides an opportunity for leadership and input from older adults within the community. In addition, the committee will engage, encourage, strengthen, and provide recreation opportunities while seeking to improve the quality of life for Clarington residents ages 55+, including social and leisure opportunities, drop-in programs and special events. The committee will include Clarington residents and Community Services staff to provide advice, assist with events, and foster awareness of recreation opportunities in our community.
We are not currently looking for volunteers to serve on the Committee. If you are interested in a future opportunity, please apply by completing the 55+ Active Adults Community Committee Application form.
| Mandate |
| The Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee will provide advice, comments and suggestions on recreation opportunities, promotion of activities and engaging older adults in Clarington. |
| Scope of activities |
Encourage older adults to participate in Municipality of Clarington 55+ Active Adult activities and contribute to the community's betterment.
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| Committee composition |
| The committee will be made up of staff representatives and up to 10 community members, of which a maximum of eight will be a diverse group of residents in Clarington who are over the age of 55. The Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee is comprised of:
Other Municipality of Clarington staff and delegates may be invited to provide input at times. From time to time, guest speakers and presenters may attend meetings. Any guest speakers or presenters must have permission to participate by Community Services staff at least two weeks before the meeting. |
| Staff support |
| The Older Adult Coordinator or Older Adult Programmer will be responsible for chairing all Clarington 55+ Active Adults Community Committee meetings. In addition, staff will provide all administrative support, such as scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, recording minutes, preparing background information and any necessary reports. |
| Length of term |
| The length of term for committee members is two years. Committee members can be appointed to serve a maximum of two consecutive terms. The Older Adult Coordinator or Older Adult Programmer will serve on the committee continuously. |
| Frequency of meetings |
| The committee will meet bi-monthly from September to July and will be committed to attending a minimum of three meetings per term. Meetings will be chaired by Community Services staff. A quorum will consist of at least four of the members of the committee, including staff. |
| Budget |
| The Community Services Department oversees the 55+ Older Adults budget. |
| Confidentiality and conflict of interest |
| The Committee members will serve without remuneration and will not receive, directly or indirectly, any profits or benefits from their position as members of the Clarington Active Adults Community Committee. Committee members will ensure that all confidential information will be used in the manner for which it was intended. Only authorized staff may speak on behalf of the committee. |
For more information on volunteer opportunities, please contact Kersti Pascoe at 905-623-3379 ext. 2525.
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55+ Active Adults Special Events
August 13
Axe Throwing
Join us for a fun outing of axe throwing at Volt Raceway in Bowmanville.
August 15
Euchre Tournament
If euchre is your game, this is the place to be. Dinner and prizes included.
August 19
Card Bingo
Card Bingo is a fun variation of bingo that uses regular decks of playing card. Light refreshments included.
August 21
Poker Walk
Participants in small teams will visit six checkpoints in downtown Bowmanville, drawing a playing card at each one. The object is to have the best poker hand at the end of the walk. The day will finish with a picnic in the park.
August 26
Corn Roast Luncheon
Join us at the annual corn roast and barbecue with entertainment by Joe Thistel.
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