The Seniors centres in Markham are organizations dedicated to working cooperatively with older adults in the community to create opportunities to explore their potential and maintain an active and independent lifestyle.

The centres provide support and services throught its facilities as well as throughout our community in many locations. Their mission is to provide programs and services that promote independent living, empowerments, community involvement, public education, advocacy, socialization, physical acitivity, friendships and partnerships.

Support services including foot care, health promotions, walking programs, income tax assistance, hearing loss programs, health and education fairs are available. Please contact the club nearest to you for more information and to become a member.

• Older Adult Clubs
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  • Older Adults in Action
  • Thornhill Seniors Club
• Drop-In Activities
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Milliken on the Move (MOTM)
Website: www.motm-oac.com
Club Email: info@motm-oac.com

Milliken Mills Community Centre 7600 Kennedy Rd., Markham, ON Program Period: Mid-September to June Eligibility: 55+ Years  Staff Contact: Karyn Lau, 905-477-7000 ext. 2848 Staff Email: kqlau@markham.ca

MOTM strives to build a friendly community and provide fun, quality programs for older adults. It is a cheerful social network that aims to encourage harmony, teamwork, active living, and good health. Some of our activities include: Line dancing, Tai Chi, Table Tennis, Badminton, Yuanji Dance, Karaoke, Health and Wellness, Bridge, Chinese Calligraphy, Ballroom Dancing, Music and many more!

Older Adults in Action (OAIA)

Markham Seniors Activity Centre 22 Water Street, Markham, ON Program Period:Year-Round Eligibility: 55+ Years  Staff Contact:Susan Watts, 905-294-0764 Staff Email: swatts@markham.ca

O.A.I.A. is a club for adults who are fifty-five or older and operates in the five thousand square foot activity centre. The mandate of the club is: “To provide facilities and support which will enrich the lives of older adults in Markham”.

Thornhill Seniors Club (TSC)

Thornhill Seniors Centre 7755 Bayview Ave., Thornhill, ON Program Period:Year-Round Eligibility: 55+ Years  Staff Contact: Brian Bailey, 905-944-3783 Staff Email: bbailey@markham.ca

TSC is a club for older adults who are 55+ years. The centre offers a variety of activities and programs that make it unique from the others.

A non-for profit community organization representing the seniors of Thornhill Ontario. Thornhill is one of four major communities that comprise the Town of Markham.

The Club operates in the Thornhill Seniors Centre, a 5,0000 square foot space in the Thornhill Community Centre. The Centre comprises a rectiption area and lounge, kitchen, accessible washrooms, and three activitiy rooms, two configurable into one larger room and a snooker & games room. A further 2,000 square feet is used in an adjacent , connected community ahll for day-time operations. A gymnasium and therapeutic pool are available for certain programs as well. Community Centre facilities available to the Club include library, computer lab in library space, skating rink fitness centre (membership required, and meeting rooms. The Town provides staff support, facility operation and maintenance.

Angus Glen Older Adults

Angus Glen Community Centre 3990 Major Mackenzie Dr. Program Period:September to June Eligibility: 55+ Years  Staff Contact:Susan Watts, 905-294-0764 Staff Email: swatts@markham.ca

The Angus Glen Community Centre includes dedicated areas for seniors' activities. The seniors centre has a large and open main area and an inner lounge as well as a prep kitchen. Activites include line dancing, table tennis, duplicate brige, badminiton Yuanji dance, Sit & Be Fit classes, socials, art classes, ballroom dance practice, Mah Jong, Karaoke, and wellness exercise classes. Angus Glen programs are drop-in and pre-registered. There is no membership fee required.

Centennial Badminton Drop-in

Centennial Community Centre 8600 McCowan Rd. Program Period: September to June Sundays, 7 pm - 9:30 pm Wednesdays 1 pm - 3 pm $1 / session / person Eligibility: 55+ Years  Staff Contact:Susan Watts, 905-294-0764 Staff Email: swatts@markham.ca

Centennial Community Centre offers drop-in recreational badminton on Wednesday afternoons and Sunday nights. The program is open to all Markham older adults 55 years old or older. Please bring your own racquet and shuttles.

Older Adult Swimming and Aquafit is offered at Centennial, Milliken Mills and Thornlea Pools. For current times and fees, please visit the links provided or call the Centennial Pool Office at 905-294-6111 ext. 233, the Milliken Mills Pool Office at 905-477-6410 ext. 28, or the Thornlea Pool at 905-889-0766.

You can also refer to the current Recreation Guide available at the Civic Centre, Town of Markham community centres and on this website.

Euchre is held alternate Friday evenings at the Markham Seniors Activity Centre beginning at 8:00 p.m. The enjoyable evening includes prizes and refreshments. Cost is $5.00 per visit. For dates and details call the Seniors Co-ordinator at 905-294-0764.

None currently posted ~ view the Markham Town Calendar or Community Events Calendar for various event listings.

The Town of Markham operates fitness centres at Thornhill and Centennial Community Centres. Seniors over 65 years get discounted memberships. Older Adults are welcome to join any of the fitness classes offered.

For more information, call 905-294-6111 ext.229 or visit the Fitness Centre on this website.

A wide variety of Recreation Programs are offered for Adults and Older Adults. Seniors 65 years plus receive a 30% discount off the registration fee. For a complete listing of programs offered please have a look under Recreation Programs. You can also refer to the current Recreation and Culture Guide available at the Civic Centre or Town of Markham community centres.

Snowbank Removal Assistance: a service provided by Markham Roads Department and available to households where all members are over 65 years of age or households where there is NO person over the age of 12, physically able to remove snow. Visit the Roads Department for all the details.

Angus Glen Community Centre - Seniors Centre
Address: 3990 Major Mackenzie Drive East, Markham, ON
Phone: 905-944-3777

Facility Profile - Rental Information

Markham Seniors Activity Centre
Address: 22 Water Street, Markham, ON
Phone: 905-294-5111

Facility Profile - Rental Information

Thornhill Seniors Centre/Community Centre
Address: 7755 Bayview Avenue, Thornhill, ON
Phone: 905-944-3781

Facility Profile - Rental Information

Between 1996 and 2016, it is projected that the older adult population in Markham (age 55+) will increase by 59,930. The older adult population is expected to increase from 28,970 in 1996 to 56,868 by 2006. Although demand for recreation and library services will grow for all age groups, the demand will be greatest from the older adult population.

The Town of Markham Recreation Services Department and Public Libraries have undertaken this feasibility study to strategically meet the growing needs of older adults living in all areas of Markham. The Town appreciates the contributions from the older adults who participated in this study.

Older Adult Recreation & Library Services Feasibility Study 1999

Markham Seniors Activity Centre - 905-294-5111

If you have any questions, suggestions or concerns about Seniors activities, please direct them to Susan Watts, Seniors Coordinator at swatts@markham.ca

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