The City of Richmond, in partnership with Community Associations and Societies, invites residents to celebrate National Seniors Day on Thursday, October 1, with activities that recognize the valuable contributions of older adults and support healthy, positive aging.
A number of free and low-cost programs and events will be offered throughout Richmond, providing seniors with opportunities for social connection, physical activity, creative expression and well-being. Event highlights include art workshops, a guided aquatic centre orientation and a healthy aging workshop delivered in partnership with the provincial Office of the Seniors Advocate.
As part of the celebration, the City will launch its annual Positive Aging Campaign, featuring five inspiring Richmond seniors whose stories demonstrate meaningful community involvement and reflect the spirit of positive aging.
National Seniors Day is celebrated annually across Canada on October 1, which is also recognized internationally as the United Nations’ International Day of Older Persons. The day provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate seniors as valued members of our communities and to honour the important place they hold in our society.
Pre-registration is required for most National Seniors Day activities, as space is limited. For the full schedule and registration information, visit richmond.ca/PositiveAging. Printed flyers are also available at Richmond Parks, Recreation and Culture facilities.
National Seniors Day highlights on Thursday, October 1 include:
- Intergenerational Art Workshop
10:00–11:00am
Hamilton Community Centre (5140 Smith Drive)
- Watercolour Painting Workshop – All Levels
10:30am–12:30pm
South Arm Community Centre (8880 Williams Road) - Swim, Splash and Relax
1:00–2:30pm
Minoru Centre for Active Living (7191 Granville Avenue) - Healthy Aging and Seniors Advocacy Seminar
2:00–3:00pm
Thompson Community Centre (5151 Granville Avenue)
- Richmond Nature Park Walk
2:30–3:30pm
Richmond Nature Park (11851 Westminster Highway)
The Positive Aging Campaign will be showcased from Thursday, October 1 to Wednesday, October 7 on the City’s website and in person at various community centres, the Seniors Centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living and City Hall.
National Seniors Day reflects the City’s continuing work to support older adults and promote active, engaged aging. In 2026, the City of Richmond joined the World Health Organization’s Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities, strengthening its ongoing efforts and commitment to build an inclusive community that is planning for the aging population. The City was formally recognized as an Age-Friendly BC Community by the Province of British Columbia in 2015.
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 or at any Richmond Parks, Recreation and Culture facility.