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.
September 29 – Details coming soon
Details coming soon.
October 6 – A City in Tune: Behind the Scenes
Join us on October 6. Presented by City of Mississauga
From the 1960s to the present day, discover the artists who made Mississauga a powerhouse of global music and explore nearly seven decades of unforgettable hits. From Oscar Peterson and Ronnie Hawkins to Triumph, Billy Talent, and MR. SAUGA, the exhibition spans generations and genres, exploring how music has shaped connection, identity, and community across the city. This presentation will take you behind the scenes of the exhibit to see how museum staff curate and install artifacts to bring this exhibition to life!
October 13 – Right-sizing: What Does It Mean For Me?
Join us on October 13. Presented by Heather Lochner
Heather Lochner has worked with many clients who are ready to take the next step. Maybe they are about to have a child and their one bedroom condo needs to be bigger. Or maybe the kids have just left home. Or, perhaps a senior lives in a house with too many stairs. Each person has their own needs. Heather will go over what she likes to call “right-sizing,” living in the right house for your needs! The presentation will explain each step, from determining your needs, to preparation, to listing.
October 20 – Coexisting with Coyotes
Join us on October 20. Presented by Toronto Wildlife
Highly intelligent, exceedingly adaptable, caring and dedicated providers to their young, Eastern coyotes are exceptional animals. They are also one of the most persecuted wild species. Toronto Wildlife works to set the facts straight; from understanding the critical biological role of coyotes in our ecosystems, to better understanding their natural behaviours, they put the “danger” in perspective and help audiences learn to respect and coexist with them in our communities.
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.
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.
September 30 – (No Programming – National Day for Truth & Reconciliation)
October 7 – Fit, Balance and Strength
October 14 – Zumba Gold
October 21 – Chair Strength and Stretch
October 28 – 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 1 – State-of-Flow at Home: Building Healthy Routines that Last!
Join us on October 1. Presented by Nature’s Zeal
In this session, Prince and Sarah from Nature’s Zeal will explore how to connect movement, mindful eating, and mental well-being to activate your “State-of-Flow”. This talk will help you move beyond one-time inspiration to build simple, sustainable routines that fit seamlessly into your everyday life.
October 8 – A Time to Give Thanks
Join us on October 8. Presented by City of Mississauga
Explore the origins and history of Harvest Festivals and Thanksgiving in North America.
October 15 – Fire Prevention Week Highlights: Lithium-ion Battery Safety
Join us on October 15. Presented by City of Mississauga
As Fire Prevention Week wraps up, Mississauga Fire Educator Mehnaz will review key fire safety information to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. Tune in to hear the latest about lithium-ion battery safety, as well as updates about carbon monoxide alarm requirements.
October 22 – Place-Based Pottery
Join us on October 22. Presented by Art Gallery of Mississauga
Shannon Stehr (she/her) is an interdisciplinary artist, educator, and the maker behind Pot Liquor Ceramics. In this session, Shannon will discuss how her place-based art practice and commitment to cross-generational learning connect to the broader ceramic arts ecosystem. Drawing on her experiences at Medalta Potteries in Medicine Hat, AB, and on Fogo Island, NL, she will share insights into how place, community, and knowledge exchange shape her approach to ceramics.
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.
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 2 – Strength and Stretch
October 9 – Walk Fit
October 16 – Sit Fit
October 23 – Chair Yoga
October 30 – Chair Pilates
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.