Your Canadian Senior Moment

This Week’s News & Updates (July, 05, 2025)

Senior News & Updates:

• World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD): In recognition of WEAAD on June 15, 2025, the Canadian Securities Administrators encouraged Canadians to look out for deceptive social media investment scams. (Source: Cision Canada)

• Support for Senior Living Workers: PointClickCare pledged $75,000 to the Senior Living CaRES Fund to support education grants for senior living workers. (Source: Cision Canada)

• Home Equity Bank Series: Home Equity Bank launched a new series featuring real customers and their inspiring stories of living “55 & Better!” (Source: Cision Canada)

• Fraud Prevention Resources: The Canadian Bankers Association enhanced fraud prevention resources to empower older adults in combating financial scams and abuse, as several provinces marked Seniors Month in June. (Source: Cision Canada)

• Seniors’ Connect NS: This free, phone-based program continues to offer group activities like trivia, storytelling, wellness presentations, and interactive games for seniors to connect from home. (Source: seniorsconnectns.ca)

Events of Interest to Seniors in Nova Scotia (July 5th and surrounding dates):

Community & Local Events:

• Pictou Lobster Carnival (July 4-6): This annual festival in Pictou celebrates the local lobster industry with events and activities.

• Strawberry Social (Dartmouth-Cole Harbour – July 5): A local community event.

• East Coast Markets & Exchange (Downtown Halifax – July 5): Explore local vendors and goods.

• Sheet Harbour Market (Eastern Shore – July 5): Another local market to discover.

• Digby Area Recreation’s Pop-up and Play (Digby – July 4, 18, Aug 1, 15, 29): Games and activities for all ages next to the Digby Lighthouse.

• School’s Out! (Fairview Farmers’ Market – July 3): Family fun to welcome summer vacation.

• KitchenFest! (Various locations across Cape Breton – June 28-July 6): Enjoy dozens of concerts and events celebrating Celtic music and culture.

Cultural & Entertainment Events:

• Mira Gala 2025 (Marion Bridge – July 5): An event on Cape Breton Island.

• Halifax Wanderers International Summer Series – Wanderers FC VS Wrexham AFC (Downtown Halifax – July 5): For sports enthusiasts.

• Halifax Mural Fest (Downtown Halifax – July 5-13): Explore art in the city.

• Summer Concert Series (Wolfville Waterfront Park – Sundays in July, including July 6, 13, 20, 27): Free live music from 2 PM – 4 PM.

• “Mamma Mia!” (Neptune Theatre, Halifax – various dates in July): Enjoy this popular musical.

• Saturdays by the Sea concert series (Various locations – Saturdays in July): Free folk music concerts.

• Antigonish Highland Games (Antigonish – July 6-13): A premiere entertainment festival with Scottish cultural events.

• TD Halifax Jazz Festival (Halifax – various dates in July): The oldest jazz festival in the Atlantic region.

Plush Peripheral Events (Engaging events that may appeal to seniors):

• Canada’s Women’s Rugby Team Match (July 5): Canada’s Women’s Rugby Team will play against South Africa. The match will be available on TSN3 and TSN+.

• McNab’s Half Marathon (Downtown Halifax – July 5): For those interested in fitness or supporting local events.

• Musquodoboit River Social Paddle (Musquodoboit Valley – July 5): An outdoor activity for those who enjoy nature.

• Woodside Tavern Comedy Night! (July 4): A light hearted evening event.

• Summer Movie in the Park: The Wild Robot (Bedford-Sackville – July 5): A free outdoor movie screening.

Please note that event details can change, so it’s always a good idea to check with the event organizers for the most up-to-date information.

Bill Gould

**Bill Gould** spent 43 years as a long-haul truck driver before trading the steering wheel for a keyboard to help fellow Canadians navigate the road of retirement. A freelance writer, published author, and editor of over 50 books, Bill co-founded *Canadian Senior Moment* with his wife, Marilyn, to provide a trusted space for seniors to find clarity, safety, and connection in the digital age. When he isn’t troubleshooting “tech gremlins” or sharing childhood memories of the Prairies, he can be found in his woodshop or working on his latest novel.