Older Adult Centres' Association of Ontario upcoming events

Triple Talent Program- Bring Singing, Dancing and Acting to Life at Your Centre (10 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Join us for the Capacity Building Workshop:

Triple Talent Program- Bring Singing, Dancing and Acting to Life at Your Centre

Presented by Smile Theatre

In collaboration with Older Adult Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO) and Smile Theatre

An introduction to the Triple Talent Program a new creative initiative designed to help seniors explore the three core talents of musical theatre—Singing, Dancing, and Acting.

This free one-hour webinar will walk through:

- How the program works including the Pop Up Program option
- how to adapt it to your community setting & get your centre involved
- Explore how the program reduces isolation, boosts confidence, fosters social connection, and nurtures creativity through fun, flexible, professionally led classes.

Free webinar for Seniors Active Living Centres and OACAO Members/Partners and their staff, volunteers and older adults.

Participation can be done virtually (with live multilingual captioning) or by telephone

You will receive login information prior to the webinar. Registration closes Wednesday June 10th 9:00AM EDT. If you have any concerns about registration, please email emily@oacao.org.

With funding provided by the Government of Ontario

Volunteer Management Foundations Part 4: Retention, Recognition, Dismissal and Closing Roles (18 Jun 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Join us for the Capacity Building Workshop:

Volunteer Management Foundations Part 4: Retention, Recognition, Dismissal and Closing Roles

Retention, Recognition, Dismissal and Closing Roles

In collaboration with Older Adult Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO) and Volunteer Toronto

This free two-hour webinar will walk through:

Discuss volunteer motivations and the connection to retention
Design meaningful recognition and appreciation tactics
Apply appropriate dismissal practices when necessary

Free webinar for Seniors Active Living Centres and OACAO Members/Partners and their staff, volunteers and older adults.

Participation can be done virtually (with live multilingual captioning) or by telephone

You will receive login information prior to the webinar. Registration closes Thursday June 18th 9:00AM EDT. If you have any concerns about registration, please email emily@oacao.org.

With funding provided by the Government of Ontario

Technology Information and Knowledge Sharing Virtual Workshop: Transportation/Delivery Applications (07 Jul 2026)

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Facilitator: Human Endeavour / HOPE Resource Hub SALC team, Technology, Access, Support for Seniors (TASS) team

Workshop Theme: Transportation/Delivery Applications

Topics covered:

Introduction to Delivery Applications
Benefits of Using Delivery Applications
Popular Delivery Applications
Guide to Using Delivery Applications
Accessibility Options and Features
Cost, Fees and Money Saving Tips
Using Delivery Applications Safely/Avoiding Scams
Question & Answer period

Free for Seniors Active Living Centres (SALCs), OACAO members/partners and organizations serving seniors!

Participation can be done Virtually (with live multilingual captioning) or by Telephone.

If you have any concerns about connection please email julie@oacao.org

Technology Information and Knowledge Sharing Virtual Workshop: Telehealth Applications (11 Aug 2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Facilitator: Human Endeavour / HOPE Resource Hub SALC team, Technology, Access, Support for Seniors (TASS) team

Workshop Theme: Telehealth Applications

Topics covered:

Introduction to Telehealth Applications
Benefits of Telehealth Applications
Popular Telehealth Applications
Guide to Using Telehealth Applications
Requirements/Accessories for Telehealth Applications
Cost/Fees Associated with Telehealth Applications
Question & Answer period

Free for Seniors Active Living Centres (SALCs), OACAO members/partners and organizations serving seniors!

Participation can be done Virtually (with live multilingual captioning) or by Telephone.

If you have any concerns about connection please email julie@oacao.org

Technology Information and Knowledge Sharing Virtual Workshop: Entertainment Applications (01 Sep 2026)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Facilitator: Human Endeavour / HOPE Resource Hub SALC team, Technology, Access, Support for Seniors (TASS) team

Workshop Theme: Entertainment Applications

Topics covered:

Introduction to Entertainment Applications
Popular Entertainment Applications
Requirements for Using Entertainment Applications
Guide to Using Entertainment Applications
Accessibility Features
Costs and Subscription Fees
Question & Answer period

Free for Seniors Active Living Centres (SALCs), OACAO members/partners and organizations serving seniors!

Participation can be done Virtually (with live multilingual captioning) or by Telephone.

If you have any concerns about connection please email julie@oacao.org