BC Seniors Week (June 2-8)

Opening Event - Thompson Community Centre

Join this signature event that celebrates seniors and healthy aging. Enjoy live entertainment, light refreshments and community connection in a setting that is an inspiration to staying active and engaged. Registration required.
12:30 – 2:00pm 00422713

Bus Transportation

Parking at the venue is limited, so relax on this round trip shuttle to and from the Opening Event at Thompson Community Centre. Pick-up/drop-off available to/from Minoru Centre for Active Living, Cambie, City Centre, Hamilton, Sea Island, South Arm, Steveston and West Richmond Community Centres. Pre‑registration required. Call the individual facility to register.

Pick-up: 11:00am – 12:00pm – Transportation to and from the opening event at Thompson Community Centre will be available.

Return Shuttle: 2:15 – 3:45pm – Return shuttles to operate during this time approximately every 20 to 30 minutes.

Frauds and Scams Workshop

Learn about frauds and scams, the tools that fraudsters use, common schemes targeting Canadian seniors, safety strategies, and resources to consult if someone you know has been scammed. Presented by Seniors First BC. Registration required.
Brighouse Library
10:30am – 12:00pm Frauds and Scams

Journey Through Time Workshop

Explore the history of East Richmond, including its formation and the stories behind local street names, all based on original records from the City of Richmond Archives. This session also features an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the Archives. Presented by Friends of the Richmond Archives. Transportation to and from the Hamilton Community Centre to Richmond Cultural Centre provided. Registration required.
Hamilton Community Centre
12:30 – 4:30pm 00411497

Mindfulness and Mediation

Discover this holistic practice through guided mindful movement, breath work and relaxation techniques to improve mobility, balance and inner peace while nurturing both body and mind. Led by a certified mindfulness and movement facilitator. Registration required.
Cambie Community Centre
1:00 – 3:00pm 00411631

Botanical Bonanza

Enjoy a guided nature walk at Richmond Nature Park, spotting unique trees, leaves and wildlife while marking a scavenger hunt card. This is a fun way to explore nature. Guide and supplies included. Registration required.
Richmond Nature Park
3:00 – 4:00pm 00408729

Richmond Olympic Oval Access - Drop-In

Enjoy complimentary access to all Richmond Olympic Oval facilities for one special day. Activities include: full access to the state-of-the-art fitness centre, basketball and badminton courts for exciting games, and the climbing wall for an exciting challenge. Visit the Richmond Olympic Oval for more information.
Richmond Olympic Oval

Outdoor Walking Soccer - All Levels

Get exercise playing in fun, modified, low impact sessions and games. Suitable for beginner and experienced players. Registration required.
Seniors Centre - Minoru Centre for Active Living
10:00am – 11:00am 00414269

Climbing for 55+ - Try-It

Have you ever been curious about climbing? Now is your chance to find out! Come join us for a free 45-minute "Try It" session designed just for adults aged 55 years and older! No experience needed—our friendly instructors will guide you through the basics in a fun and supportive environment. Come challenge yourself, build confidence, and experience the joy of climbing! Registration required.
Richmond Olympic Oval
10:00am Climbing for 55+
11:00am Climbing for 55+
12:00pm Climbing for 55+

Ballet Fundamentals

Improve mobility, posture, coordination and energy levels while learning introductory ballet techniques including barre work and dance combinations in a fun and supportive environment. Exercises are modified to suit participants needs. Registration required.
South Arm Community Centre
11:00am – 12:00pm 00412350

Meditation Made Easy 

Learn basic meditation techniques and simple breathing exercises in this entirely chair-based class. Registration required.
South Arm Community Centre
12:30 – 1:30pm 00412349

Staying Connected: Preventing Social Isolation and Loneliness 

Join this interactive presentation with to discuss the importance of staying connected. Explore issues of social isolation and loneliness, risk factors and the correlation between social isolation and decreased well-being. Ideas about how to stay connected with loved ones in our lives is discussed. Presented by Seniors First BC. Registration required.
Richmond Brighouse Library
1:30 – 3:00pm Staying Connected

Intergenerational Photography Exhibition - Drop-In

Celebrate the culmination of West Richmond’s Intergenerational photography program, “A Shared Moment”, in which seniors and youth worked collaboratively throughout the month of May to hone photography skills and create this special show.
West Richmond Community Centre
4:00 – 5:00pm

Seniors Centre at Minoru Centre for Active Living Tours

Experience the Seniors Centre vibe, and find the perfect personal fit of programs and services all year round. Tour highlights include specialized spaces, and the Fitness and Aquatics Centres. Registration required.
Seniors Centre – Minoru Centre for Active Living
10:30 – 11:30am 00417263

Swim, Splash and Relax 

Join this facilitated swimming pool orientation and have fun splashing around in the leisure pool, relaxing in the hot tub and recharging with a dip in the cold plunge pool. Registration required.
Minoru Centre for Active Living
1:00 – 2:30pm 00417598

Japanese Calligraphy Workshop 

Learn basic techniques, strokes and words in this inkbrush art form that combines Kanji and Kana symbols. Instructed by a calligraphy master. Registration required.
Seniors Centre – Minoru Centre for Active Living
1:30 – 3:00pm 00421117

Rhythm of the Wild 

Feel the beat of nature at this joyful, outdoor music session with ukuleles, tambourines, rattles and more. Strum, shake and sing along under the summer sky! Instruments made from found objects such as rocks and sticks with traditional instruments will also be provided for use in this session. Registration required.
Richmond Nature Park
2:00 – 3:30pm 00412645

Tech Buddies Device Clinics 

Get tech smart with Library staff and volunteers for 1‑on‑1 learning on a tablet, computer or smart phone. Learn the basics of operating devices using email, apps and more. Registration required.
Richmond Brighouse Library
3:00 – 4:30pm Tech Buddies

Mahjong and Conversation

Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has since spread throughout the world. Playing Mahjong can help maintain good brain health and improve memory skills. Join in for some fun and great conversations. Registration required.
Richmond Brighouse Library
10:30 – 11:00am Mahjong and Conversation

Name That Tune

Relive cherished memories listening to and naming classic songs from across the decades during a fun-filled afternoon. Refreshments provided. Registration required.
Thompson Community Centre
1:00 – 2:30pm 00409413

Nagomi Art Workshop

Join this fun, relaxing and creative exploration of this Japanese art form that uses soft pastels and fingers to create calming and gentle art pieces. No art experience required. Registration required.
City Centre Community Centre
2:00 – 3:30pm 00410552  

Steveston Tram Site Orientation

Explore the Steveston Tram site with a guided tour from an experienced museum guide and discover a world where trams, not cars, were Richmond's primary mode of transportation. Registration required.
Steveston Tram
10:30 – 11:00am 00421118

Seniors Library Tours 

Join Library staff for a customized tour and learn how to access our collections, connect with others and explore our innovative digital resources. Tours offered in both the morning and afternoon. Registration required.
Richmond Brighouse Library
11:00 – 11:45am Seniors Library Tours
2:00 – 2:45pm Seniors Library Tours

The Sweet Danger of Sugar: The Connection Between Diabetes and Dementia 

Alzheimer’s Disease is now coined ‘Type 3 Diabetes’ as elevated blood sugar can cause physiological changes that impair cognition and brain health. Learn how elevated blood sugar and insulin can impair cognition and learn ways to make insulin more sensitive for better sugar regulation. Presented by a naturopathic doctor. Registration required.
Richmond Brighouse Library
3:00 – 4:30pm The Sweet Danger of Sugar

Ultimate Ballroom Dancing - Try-It

Experience this beautiful dance form and enjoy the many health benefits this session offers. Instructed by two professional and award-winning dancers. Registration required.
South Arm Community Centre
3:30 – 4:30pm 00423851