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Public Speaking for Seniors

Canada Government Logo with caption that reads "Funded by the Government of Canada's New Horizons for Seniors Program Canada"

Our Goals

Public Speaking for Seniors aims to provide seniors with the opportunity to expand their social networks, facilitate personal growth, and learn crucial life skills.

Seniors collaborating

What is Public Speaking for Seniors About?

Our free sessions encourage senior participants to learn new knowledge such as digital literacy, and practice new skills such as impromptu speaking while gaining feedback.

Objectives

Enriching the lives of seniors in the Markham area and beyond by providing them with access to educational workshops and access to Public Speaking skill development. 

Accessibility

This program is offered at both the community center and senior centers across Markham and beyond, aiming to enhance the well-being and quality of life for elderly community members. 

Outcomes

Through a comprehensive curriculum our project strives to empower and engage seniors to lead fulfilling lives.

Program Locations & Schedule

Where?

Unit 203, 1595 16th Ave
Richmond Hill

L4B 3N9
Wednesdays

12–2 PM (bi-weekly)

5pm-8pm

Where?

Aaniin Community Centre
5665 14th Ave, Markham 

L3S 3K5
Sundays 

12–1 PM (bi-weekly)

Dates

1595 16th Ave

Oct 15, 2025

Oct 29, 2025

Nov 12, 2025

Nov 26, 2025

Dec 10, 2025

Jan 21, 2026

Feb 4, 2026

Feb 18, 2026

Mar 4, 2026

Dates

Aaniin Community Centre

Oct 19, 2025

Nov 2, 2025

Nov 16, 2025

Nov 30, 2025

Dec 14, 2025

Jan 11, 2026

Jan 25, 2026

Feb 8, 2026

Feb 22, 2026

Mar 8, 2026

FREE Virtual Workshops

Senior Digital Literacy

🕐 Wednesdays at 1:00 PM
📅 Oct 8, Nov 12, Feb 11, Mar 11, Apr 8, May 13
📍 Virtual (Zoom)

Build tech skills in a friendly, hands-on setting.

 

Interested? Sign up below!

Senior Social

🕜 Wednesdays at 1:30 PM
📅 Oct 8, Nov 12, Feb 11, Mar 11, Apr 8, May 13
📍 Virtual (Zoom)

Connect, chat, and enjoy light activities!

 

Interested? Sign up below!

Senior Volunteering info session

🕑 Wednesdays at 2:00 PM
📅 Oct 8, Nov 12, Feb 11, Mar 11, Apr 8, May 13
📍 Virtual (Zoom)

Learn how to get involved, earn hours, and make a difference!

 

Interested? Sign up below!

Community Partners

Thank you to our Community Partners!

CareFirst logo
Malvern Family Resource Centre Logo

Our Curriculum

Click on each image to view the curriculum in detail!

Past Sessions

Carefirst Senior Home

Malvern Family Resource Center

Aaniin Centre Photos - Coming Soon!

Tips and Fun Public Speaking
English

Tips and Fun Public Speaking
Korean

Tips and Fun Public Speaking
Mandarin

Tips and Fun Public Speaking
Cantonese

Tips and Fun Public Speaking
French

Get in Touch

4-205 Torbay Rd, Markham. ON. L3R3W4

tm@upluseducation.ca

(647) 616-0159

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