WHEN 

MOVEMENT | Tuesdays from 10am to 11:15am

VISUAL ARTS | Tuesdays from 11:30am to 1pm

SING ALONG | Thursdays from 4:45pm to 6pm

POTLUCKS | Various Dates

OUTINGS | Various Dates

WHERE | The Jamii Hub @ 264 The Esplanade

AGE GROUP | 55+

FREE ADMISSION | REGISTRATION REQUIRED | NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Initially, the Belonging program was created to respond to the isolation that older adults experienced and expressed to the Jamii team during the COVID-19 pandemic. This program has steadily grown since 2020 and is now designed to promote healthy aging, social participation, and a sense of belonging through the arts for older adults across The Esplanade neighbourhood and beyond. 

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Belonging offers year-round movement and visual arts workshops, as well as various short-term programs to accommodate the diverse interests of our community members. These workshops provide opportunities for learning new skills, social interaction, and fostering new friendships. With a regular schedule, Belonging workshops have become something for older adults to look forward to every week. 

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Belonging's programming is defined by our Programming Committee, composed entirely of Belonging's participants. Would you like to be a part of the Programming Committee? Send us an email at info@jamii.ca or talk to one of the Jamii staff. 

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We are grateful for the support of the Government of Canada, New Horizons for Seniors Program, as well as the Canada Council for the Arts. 

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Programming is free for all participants.

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Support free community arts 

Jamii keeps workshops free so everyone can take part, without financial barriers. If you’re able, you can support our $15 for 15 Years campaign and help us reach $15,000 by December 15 for Jamii’s future programs at The Jamii Hub. Your donation moves the goal forward and is eligible for a charitable tax receipt. Donate here now. 

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