Community | Connection | Celebration
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One team. One community.
One warm welcome to fall.
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🌟 A Note from the Executive Director
Dear Members, Friends, and Volunteers,
September always feels like a season of fresh beginnings, the air turns crisp, routines return, and new opportunities unfold. This September is especially meaningful for me personally, as it marks my one-year anniversary serving as your Executive Director here at the Centre.
Looking back on the past year fills me with gratitude for your warm welcome, the laughter we’ve shared, and the resilience and generosity that shine in this community every single day. Together, we’ve hosted celebrations, grown new programs, welcomed new members and volunteers, and begun exciting plans for our 50th Anniversary in January 2026.
As we step into a new season, I look forward to all the ways we’ll continue to build connection, joy, and belonging, one smile, one program, one conversation at a time.
We’ve got a busy and exciting season ahead, from new classes to familiar favourites, special workshops to social gatherings.
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I hope you’ll join us, bring a friend, and keep making the Centre a place where we feel at home together.
Thank you for making this past year so meaningful. I’m excited for all that lies ahead and honoured to walk this journey with you.
With gratitude,
Jenny Zee Majzoub
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Weekly & Ongoing Classes
- NEW evening Stretch & Strength with Dave C.
Stay strong, flexible, and energized with Dave’s popular class! These sessions combine gentle stretching with light strength-building exercises designed to support balance, mobility, and overall wellness.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 pm (starting September 4!)
All levels are welcome, come move at your own pace in a supportive group setting.
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- NEW Line Dancing - Absolute Beginner with Jan L.
Kick up your heels and join us for a fun and lively new level of Line Dancing! Jan makes line dancing easy and enjoyable, no matter your experience. This class is perfect for absolute beginners, come for the music, the movement, and the smiles.
Mondays, starting September 8 - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Registration required at the Front Desk.
Dancing is great exercise for both body and brain, and it’s a wonderful way to meet new friends. Come try it out, no partner needed!
Registration for Jan’s regular Beginner Plus and Intermediate Wednesday line dancing classes will open again on September 3.
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- Free English Corner with Sally W.
English Corner is back! This welcoming group is the perfect space for newcomers and anyone wanting to practice English as a second language. Led by the always-kind and encouraging Sally, the class offers friendly conversation, helpful tips, and a chance to build confidence in speaking.
Fridays, 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Come as you are, meet new friends, share stories, and grow together in a supportive environment. Everyone is welcome!
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- Gentle Yoga with Jaela S.
Ease into your day with Gentle Yoga, a calming class designed for all levels. Led by Jaela, this session focuses on stretching, breathing, and mindful movement, perfect for relieving stress, improving flexibility, and connecting with your body in a supportive environment.
Fridays, 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Come unwind, refresh, and nurture yourself each week. All abilities are welcome!
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Find your balance and flow with Tai Chi, an ancient practice that combines gentle movements, deep breathing, and mindfulness. Led by Ning, this class is perfect for improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being, all at your own pace.
Thursdays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Come enjoy this peaceful, energizing practice and connect with your body and mind.
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- Free English Pronunciation with Helga L.
Boost your confidence and clarity in spoken English with Helga’s English Pronunciation class. Perfect for those looking to refine their speaking skills, this course helps you practice sounds, intonation, and rhythms of the English language, in a supportive, friendly environment.
Wednesdays, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Starting October 8)
Registration required at the front desk, spots are limited
Join us to connect, practice, and feel more confident in everyday conversations, all while making new friends along the way!
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Special September Gatherings
A Gathering Place for Late Diagnosed Autistic Adults
Thursdays, September 4 & 18, 1:00–2:00 pm
A supportive drop-in group where you can come as you are, connect, and recharge in a quiet, welcoming space.
- The Celts with Vanessa H.
Fridays, September 5 & 19, 11:00 am-12:30 pm
Explore the rich world of Celtic history, culture, and arts. Drop-ins welcome, members $2, non-members $4.
- Free - Smelling & Brain Health Presentation
Wednesday, September 10, 1:00–2:00 pm
Join Jon from Happy People for a workshop on how our sense of smell can support cognition and memory. Drawing from personal experience and scientific research, he shares practical strategies to empower families, caregivers, and aging adults to enhance brain health.
Friday, September 19, 12:30–2:00 pm
Considering titles such as Death on the Ice, Who We Are, and Water Always Wins.
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- Free - Bone Health Presentation
Wednesday, September 24, 1:00–2:00 pm
Did you know at least 1 in 3 women and 1 in 5 men will suffer from an osteoporotic fracture in their lifetime. Bone Health 101 provides a general overview about what osteoporosis is, risk factors, how to maintain healthy bones, the impact of nutrition & physical activity, and fall prevention. Learn how to reduce your risk of fracture and about resources available for those living with or at risk for osteoporosis.
- The Basics of Relaxation with Jeannie S.
Wednesdays, Sept 24, Oct 1, 8 & 15, 10:45 am–12:00 pm
Gentle four-week introduction to relaxation practices.
- The Basics of Meditation with Jeannie S.
Thursdays, Sept 25, Oct 2, 9 & 16, 1:45–3:00 pm
Explore meditation basics in a welcoming group. No experience required.
Thursday, September 25, 12:00–1:30 pm
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Friday, September 26, 12:00–3:00 pm
Let’s kick off fall together with tea, treats, and good company. Bring a friend, wear your favourite cozy sweater, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon of conversation and connection.
-Tea & Coffee Service
-Sweet & Savoury Treats
-Gentle live music
RSVP at the front desk.
Members $15, Non-members $30.
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October Highlights
- Ears to You – Mobile Hearing Clinic
Friday, October 3, 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Free hearing clinic on site. Register at the front desk, spaces limited.
- Emergency Preparedness Workshops with Doug Clarke from the Fire Department
Wednesdays, October 1, 15 & 22, 1:00–3:30 pm
Free community workshops covering resilience mapping, mitigation strategies, and how we can support one another during disruptions. Register at the front desk, spaces limited.
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Volunteers Needed
Sing-Along Program – Tuesdays, 10:30–11:30 am
We’re looking for a volunteer to help coordinate this weekly program. Piano or guitar players welcome! Bring your music and joy to the Centre.
Food Distribution – Tuesdays & Fridays, 10:00–11:30 am
Lend a hand to support our community members by helping with food distribution. Your time makes a real difference!
Kitchen Volunteers
Do you love to cook, prep, or assist in the kitchen? Join our team to support weekly meal and snack programs.
- Training provided – no experience necessary!
Interested? Drop by the front desk or email programmer@csvac.ca to get started, or click here.
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