Opening Ceremonies and Council’s Luncheon for Seniors and Elders’ Week
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Council and the Senior Resource Committee cordially invite residents 65 years and older and Elders to a Seniors and Elders’ Week Luncheon.
Registration is required
Join us on June 5 at the Quality Hotel at 11 a.m. for good food, great company, and fun-filled activities as we celebrate and recognize the contributions seniors and Elders make to Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo!
Transportation is available from Anzac, Conklin, Fort McKay, Gregoire Lake Estates and Janvier. When registering to attend, please indicate that you require transportation on the form.
Note: this event is open to Elders, and residents 65 years of age or older residing in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.
Seniors and Elders' Week: June 5 to 11, 2023
Join us in celebrating Seniors and Elders’ Week from June 5 - 11. Presented by Wood Buffalo Senior Resource Committee, the 2023 Seniors Week includes safe, fun and interactive events for all seniors.
You do not need to be a member of a senior's organization or group to attend any event during Seniors Week. Check out the schedule of events below to register for events and start planning your week!
Note: For questions regarding an event, please call the event host directly.
Schedule of Events
| Monday, June 5 - Opening Ceremonies & Council's Luncheon |
| Opening Ceremonies and Council’s Luncheon for Seniors’ and Elders’ Week: 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Bingo to follow lunch.
Registration required: Register with MAC Calendar Location: Quality Hotel & Conference Centre 424 Gregoire Dr. Sponsored by the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo |
| Tuesday, June 6 - Tailgate Tuesday |
| Tuesday Tailgate Party and lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Registration required: Call Carla at 780-743-4370 ext. 4 or email carlac@staidanssociety.ca before June 2 Location: Syncrude Athletic Park – 101 Cartier Road Sponsored by St. Aidan’s, Salvation Army, Wood Buffalo Regional Library |
| Tuesday, June 6 - Janvier Seniors' lunch |
| Janvier Seniors’ lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Municipal Office Registration not required |
| Wednesday, June 7 - Regional Recreation Society events |
| MacDonald Island Park 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Social Art 1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. – Gentle Yoga 2 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. – Zumba Gold Anzac Recreation Centre 12 – 12:45 p.m. – Seniors walk and stretch
Conklin Multiplex 1 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. – Seniors walk and stretch
Register in person at MacDonald Island Park Guest Services or by calling 780-791-0070 Age restriction: 55+ |
| Wednesday, June 7 - Fort Chipewyan BBQ luncheon |
| Fort Chipewyan BBQ luncheon: 12 p.m. Bingo to follow lunch.
Location: Mamawi Hall Registration not required |
| Thursday, June 8 - BBQ, car show, live music and more |
| BBQ lunch 12 - 2:30 p.m. Traditional drumming music 1 – 1:30 p.m. Games 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Big Blue Rides 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Rotary House 10116 Fraser Ave. Registration required: Call Nyasha 587-601-1857 or email nyasha@wbhousing.ca |
| Thursday, June 8 - Conklin Seniors' lunch |
| Seniors’ lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Conklin Multiplex Registration not required |
| Friday, June 9 - Seniors' week lunch and Senior and Elder Impact Award presentation |
| Heritage Society's Seniors’ week lunch followed by YMM Magazine Senior and Elder Impact Award certificate presentation: doors open at 11 a.m.
Location: Shipyard 8405 Prairie Loop Boulevard Registration required: Call 780-791-7575 ext. 227 Sponsored by Fort McMurray Heritage Society, YMM Magazine and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo |
| Saturday, June 10 - Pancake Breakfast |
| Pancake breakfast: 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Location: Golden Years Society 10111 Main ST. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Fort McMurray. |
Snow Angels
Do you need help shoveling snow? Snow Angels is a program where volunteers shovel the driveways and walkways of seniors.
This volunteer service is available for seniors 65 years and older. The program's goal is to serve all seniors who apply. However, priority is given to seniors with less social support and resources.
SMART Bus
Our Special Mobility Assistance Required Transportation (SMART Bus) service is available by appointment to:
- seniors (65 years or older)
- those with mobility issues that prevent or severely restrict their use of conventional bus service
All SMART buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts. Check out the SMART Bus Passenger Handbook.
| Type of fare | Old Fares | New Fares (April 1st, 2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Cash fare (per ride) | $1.50 | $2.00 |
| 10 rides | $15.00 | $18.75 |
| 20 rides | $30.00 | $37.50 |
| One way to Anzac or Janvier | $10.00 | $12.50 |
Senior's parking stalls
Are you looking for locations that have senior’s parking? Click on Parking Locations below to see a list of senior’s parking stalls in the Region.
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Pulse
How can we help you? We invite you to contact PULSE so your inquiry is tracked and resolved in a timely manner.
- To make a non-emergency report or ask a question, submit a request.
- For urgent inquiries, call 780-743-7000 or toll-free 1-800-973-9663.
PULSE is monitored daily from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Community resources
St. Aidan's Society
Visit the St. Aidan’s Society website for senior’s programs, an extensive service directory, community initiatives, MAC calendar and additional resources for seniors in our community.
Golden Years Society
Golden Years Society promotes wellness and fellowship through various activities to all seniors in the region. They also offer income tax services for low income seniors. Visit the Golden Years Society website for more information.