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.