The City of Richmond is supporting healthy aging for seniors in Richmond at the Activate! Wellness Fair with drop-in and registered opportunities for seniors, families, friends and caregivers. The event will feature a keynote speech from BC’s seniors advocate, Dan Levitt.
Offered every two years, this free event takes place at the Seniors Centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living on Thursday, March 27 from 10:00am to 3:30pm. The event includes an information fair with 40+ community booths, aquatics and fitness tours, and workshops and try-it sessions that cover essential health, wellness and safety tips.
A full list of Activate! Wellness Fair activities can be found at richmond.ca/activate. A printed flyer can also be picked up from any Richmond Parks, Recreation and Culture facility.
Highlights of this year’s events and activities include:
- Keynote speech and Mayor’s welcome – 10:00–11:15am
Join this special session with BC’s seniors advocate Dan Levitt while he shares insights into how the Province is addressing the needs of older residents and the key priorities for the coming year. Registration required (#00396710).
- Information Fair – 10:15am–3:30pm
Get information and resources to help seniors stay safe, healthy and well at home independently. Drop-in and visit booths from 40+ local organizations and companies offering programs, products and services specifically for those 55+ years. Family, friends and caregivers welcome.
- Swing Dance – 1:45–2:30pm
Learn some of the basics of this vibrant and popular dance style in this introductory, welcoming and supportive session. Suitable for all levels. Registration required (#00397423).
- Introduction to Brain Health Workshop – 1:00–2:00pm
Protect and improve brain health and set goals by learning strategies to better the mind, body and spirit. Presented by the Alzheimer Society of BC. Registration required.
#00396788 (Conducted in English)
#00396791 (Conducted in Cantonese)
For more information on these and other activities, visit richmond.ca/activate or call Minoru Centre for Active Living at 604-238-8450. Register online at richmond.ca/register, by calling 604-276-4300 (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm) or in-person at any City of Richmond community facility.
The City of Richmond is an age-friendly community that is committed to supporting healthy aging for all residents, and earned the title of BC’s Most Active Community in the 2022 and 2024 ParticipACTION Community Challenge. Throughout the year, a variety of programs and activities are available for seniors. Seasonal 55+ Program Guides can be found online at richmond.ca/seniors, at the Seniors Centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living, or at any Richmond community centre.