September 13 – 20, 2025
Hi there, Welcome back to “Your Canadian Senior Moment”!
As we settle into September, here is a summary of national news affecting seniors, a look at upcoming events across the country, and a special section on world travel for your future adventures.
Current News for Canadian Seniors
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New Horizons for Seniors Program: The call for proposals for the 2025-2026 community-based projects is open until September 17, 2025. Organizations can apply for funding to support projects that help seniors be connected and active members of their communities, with a focus on volunteerism, mentorship, and social inclusion.
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Retirement Savings for PSWs: The Government of Canada has announced an investment of over $29 million to help personal support workers (PSWs) build retirement savings. A new program will offer incentives to eligible PSWs to open accounts and will match part of their contributions.
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Ontario Pilot Program: The Ontario government is launching a new pilot program to let seniors living at home use long-term care resources like social activities, hot meals, and health assessments. The goal is to provide more options for seniors to stay in their homes and reduce pressure on the growing long-term care wait list.
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Upcoming Events by Province and Territory
British Columbia
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Nanaimo: The “55+ BC Games” are taking place until September 15th, offering a wide variety of sports and activities for participants.
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Victoria: A free pop-up outdoor piano concert is scheduled for Saturday, September 13th at the Oak Bay Marina.
Nova Scotia
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Halifax: A string ensemble from Symphony Nova Scotia will perform at the Bedford Public Library on Saturday, September 13th, and the full orchestra will be at the Halifax Central Library on Sunday, September 14th.
Ontario
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Toronto: The “Better Living Health, Wellness and Volunteer Fair” is being held at the Better Living Community Centre on Saturday, September 13th.
Quebec
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Hudson: The “Hudson Seniors Fair 2025” is scheduled for Saturday, September 20th, with kiosks, demonstrations, and giveaways.
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Quebec City: The “Grand Prix Cycliste de Québec” is on Friday, September 12th.
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Montreal: The “Montréal Ukrainian Festival” is scheduled for Saturday, September 6th.
New Brunswick
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Saint John: The musical “Come From Away” will have performances at the Imperial Theatre on September 13th and 14th.
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Moncton: The Greater Moncton YMCA offers several senior-friendly activities throughout the week, including shuffleboard, tai chi, and drop-in pickleball.
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Riverview: The “Riverview Harvest Fest” is scheduled from September 19th to 21st, with events suitable for older adults.
Manitoba
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Winnipeg: The “Newcomer Welcome Fair” and “Live, Love Downtown” festivals will be held on September 20th and 21st.
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St.Amant: The “Free the Spirit Festival” is scheduled for Saturday, September 20th.
Saskatchewan
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Saskatoon: The “Saskatoon Council on Aging” is hosting a six-week “Legacy Writing” course starting on Wednesday, September 17th.
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Saskatoon: A “Mayfair Hub Club” for older adults (55+) will have a free monthly social event on Thursday, September 18th.
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Saskatoon: The “WIM/WIN- Mine Your Potential Conference” is on Wednesday, September 17th.
Prince Edward Island
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Charlottetown: The “PEI 55+ Summer Games” will be held from September 8th to 13th. A “Heritage” tour is scheduled at the Founders Food Hall & Market from September 13th to 20th.
Newfoundland and Labrador
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St. John’s: The “Targa Newfoundland” race is scheduled from September 11th to 18th. “Pippy Park Day,” a free community celebration, is on Saturday, September 13th.
Yukon
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Whitehorse: The “Wild Discoveries” program is offering a scenic tour along the North Klondike Highway on Saturday, September 13th.
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Whitehorse: A “Ski Patrol Information Session” is scheduled for Wednesday, September 17th.
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Whitehorse: The “Northern Nights Festival” is scheduled for September 19th and 20th.
Northwest Territories
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Fort Simpson: The “Fort Simpson Territorial Park” is hosting an “Art in the Park” workshop on Saturday, September 13th.
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Yellowknife: The “Yellowknife Farmers Market” runs every Tuesday evening until September 16th.
Nunavut
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Behchoko: Tłı̨chǫ Yatiì language courses are being offered from September 15th to December 2nd. A special election day for the Grand Chief is scheduled for September 19th.
World Travel News and Deals for Seniors
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Fall and Winter Tours: Companies like Pro Tours and Senior Discovery Tours are advertising deals on group tours for Canadian seniors. Examples include a “Taste of the Atlantic” tour in Eastern Canada and tours of the Canadian Rockies. Senior Discovery Tours is also offering a $100 discount per person on new tour bookings for CARP members until the end of 2025.
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Cruise Deals: Cruise booking sites are advertising significant savings on cruises for guests over 65 on select sailings.
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Airfare Deals: Air Canada has been running sales on flights for the fall and winter seasons, with deals to destinations like the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
(Please remember: Events and travel specials are subject to change. It is always a good idea to confirm details with the event organizer or travel provider before you go.)
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**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.