Sauga connections for older adults
You’re invited to join us for various activities through your computer, tablet, or phone. Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun and connect with familiar friends or make new ones. Each activity and fitness class is offered weekly (see the list below).
Our events are free, and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Weekly activities for older adults
Monday Yarn Crafters 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Join us to connect and show off your current projects or start a new one. We would love to see and chat with you, even if you don’t have a project on the go.
Download WebEx and then join us with your computer or tablet.
Phone-in details: 1-647-484-1596
when prompted, use meeting number 160 074 3306
Our events are free and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Tuesday Coffee Talk 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Please bring your favourite cup of coffee or tea, and let’s chat. Each week, we have a special guest joining us.
October 27 – Animal Services: What We Do
Join us on October 27. Presented by City of Mississauga
This presentation provides an overview of the many services and programs Animal Services delivers to support pets, wildlife, and the community. Participants will learn about animal care and shelter operations, pet licensing, responsible pet ownership, public education initiatives, lost and found services, adoption and foster programs, and by-law enforcement.
November 3 – Oral Health: A Window to Your Body
Join us on November 3. Presented by Toronto College of Dental Hygiene and Auxilliaries Inc.
Explore the connection between oral health and overall wellbeing as we age. Learn practical tips for maintaining healthy teeth and gums, preventing common oral health concerns, and accessing dental care to support a healthy smile and quality of life.
November 10 – Frauds Awareness and Prevention Workshop for Seniors
Join us on November 10. Presented by Safe City Mississauga
Learn how to RECOGNIZE, STOP and REPORT IT in this interactive workshop! Have you ever received a suspicious phone call, text, email or a message that just didn’t feel right? You are not alone. Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated and knowing what to do can make all the difference.
November 17 – Biodiversity in the City
Join us on November 17. Presented by Toronto Wildlife Centre
Hundreds of wild species live in cities across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond; creating healthy spaces for them is critical to supporting biodiversity. Learn how you can build healthy habitat to provide food and shelter for your wild neighbours, as well as keep them safe in built environments.
November 24 – From Installation to Restoration: The Lifecycle of Public Art
Join us on November 24. Presented by City of Mississauga
Public artworks become part of the character and history of our communities, but how do we care for them as the years go by? By taking a closer look at a unique artwork restoration project, we’ll explore what happens behind the scenes, from the artwork installation to the unexpected challenges that may arise over the years. Learn how the public art program cares for these works to keep them in our shared spaces for generations to come.
This is a friendly reminder to download WebEx in advance.
Phone-in details: 1-647-484-1596
When prompted, use meeting number 160 084 8145
Our events are free, and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Wednesday Fit Break 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Join our certified fitness instructors for various fun, fitness classes for all levels. Classes require little to no equipment but may vary based on the format. Where possible, we will provide options to use household items.
October 28 – Chair Zumba
November 4 – Fit, Balance and Strength
November 11 – Zumba Gold
November 18 – Chair Stretch and Strength
November 25 – Chair Zumba
Join us on Wednesdays with this Zoom link
Equipment to bring: soup cans, books, or other items to add weight (or light dumbbells if you have them), a medium-sized towel (3 ft long), a facecloth, a chair, and water.
Our events are free and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Please be advised that by clicking the link you will be leaving the City of Mississauga Recreation website and launching the Zoom registration page
Thursday Hot Topics 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Each week, we will present a new topic of interest. Each guest speaker will discuss issues that matter.
October 29 – A Day With The Knight and Their Horse: From Start to Finish
Join us on October 29. Presented by Knight School Inc.
Step into the boots of a knight in this immersive virtual program, where your journey begins by learning to safely approach and fetch your trusted steed from the open pasture. Through interactive, step-by-step guidance, you will master the essential details of gathering the correct equipment, grooming your horse, and properly saddling up. By the end of the module, you will have built a strong foundation of safety and horsemanship, leaving you and your noble mount fully tacked and ready to ride into your next adventure.
November 5 – Remembering Mississauga’s Role at War
Join us on November 5. Presented by City of Mississauga
This session will cover the small but mighty impact historic Mississauga played during World War I and II, including the efforts of nursing sisters, and ammunition production (covering the Small Arms Building, and significance of a social shift with the increase in Women’s workforce).
November 12 – Story of a WW2 Polish Baby Refugee
Join us on November 12. Presented by Zig Misiak
Zig Misiak will present an outline of their life since birth in 1947 to being a proud Canadian and related life experiences.
November 19 – Art Crime in Rome
Join us on November 19. Presented by Art Gallery of Mississauga
This presentation looks back on the history of art crime in Rome, from ancient triumphs to modern day archaeological looting. We’ll explore questions like: how much of our museums today consist of stolen artworks? How can we tell, and does it matter?
November 26 – Around the World in War Horses: Part 2
Join us on November 26. Presented by Knight School Inc.
Around the World in War Horses Part 2 picks up where our September session left off! Join us for another interactive tour as we walk through the fields to introduce you to the remainder of the herd. You did not need to participate in Part 1 in order to join us! Part 2 will introduce you live to more global horse breeds, each with their own personalities and fascinating history of partnering with humans on the battlefield.
This is a friendly reminder to download WebEx in advance.
Phone-in details: 1-647-484-1596
when prompted, use meeting number 160 084 8145
Our events are free and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Friday Fit Break 1:15 pm to 2 pm
Join our certified fitness instructors for various fun, fitness classes for all levels. Classes require little to no equipment but may vary based on the format. Where possible, we will provide options to use household items.
October 30 – Chair Pilates
November 6 – Chair Stretch and Strength
November 13 – Sit Fit
November 20 – Chair Yoga
November 27 – Low and Tone
Join us on Fridays with this Zoom link
Equipment to bring: soup cans, books, or other items to add weight (or light dumbbells if you have them), a medium-sized towel (3 ft long), a facecloth, a chair, and water.
Our events are free and we will never ask you for your credit card information. If you are asked to provide a credit card, it is not a legitimate City of Mississauga event.
Please be advised that by clicking the link you will be leaving the City of Mississauga Recreation website and launching the Zoom registration page
All virtual sessions open 5 minutes before the designated start time. If you require support to join by computer or phone, we will be available up to one hour before the program starts to help walk you through the process.
Contact:
Brooke Costa at 905-615-4840 ext. 2654 or brooke.costa@mississauga.ca
IMPORTANT PRIVACY & SECURITY ADVISORY:
Participants in this course are advised that this course will take place ENTIRELY ONLINE using a third-party video chatting solution called Cisco WebEx Meetings. This means that, in order to participate in the class, you will be required to download and configure the Cisco WebEx Meetings application for use on your home computer (Windows or Mac OS X), tablet (iOS or Android) or smartphone (iOS or Android).
Participants are cautioned that, by their nature, video-chatting solutions utilize the camera and microphone on their devices and that they should act accordingly. Before using WebEx Meetings, or any similar application, please ensure that your camera and microphone are functional and that they are turned OFF.
Activating your microphone or camera is entirely your choice and is not a requirement to participate in the course. However, you may not get a full experience without at least a microphone.
Be aware that it is possible that, although the City will not record the session, there is a risk that other participants (or Cisco, the WebEx Meetings solution provider) might record your voice or camera unbeknownst to you. This vendor is located in the United States and your data may end up in that jurisdiction.
Lastly, be advised that, when you are using Cisco WebEx Meetings or any other third-party application, you are agreeing to that vendor’s terms & conditions and to their privacy policy. Please consult https://www.cisco.com/c/en_ca/about/legal/privacy-full.html for further details. If any of the above is a concern to you, you are advised to register for an in-person course when these return in the coming months.