55+ Programs

The Meridian Community Centre is a designated Seniors Active Living Centre with funding support from the Ontario Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility, with many programs, social activities and learning opportunities for residents 55+. 

The Town of Pelham is looking for feedback on your experiences with programs, activities and amenities at the Meridian Community Centre!
Please fill out this survey to let us know your thoughts.

Would you like to receive the most up to date information on upcoming programs, events and opportunities for 55+ in Pelham?
Click here to add your name and email address to Pelham's Senior Database. 

Seniors Information and Active Living Fair

The Town of Pelham's 2026 Seniors Information and Active Living Fair will be taking place on Thursday, October 1st, 2026 from 9:00am - 1:00pm at the Meridian Community Centre.

A Seniors Active Living Fair is a public education initiative that focuses on activities that reduce social isolation, seniors' mental health, promote active and healthy living, offer social engagement opportunities and highlight partnerships, independence and learning for seniors. 
These accessible fairs are intended to raise awareness about programs and services available to seniors across Ontario. 

Interested in being part of the 2026 Seniors Information and Active Living Fair?
Click the link below to apply as an exhibitor and/or presenter: 

Seniors Information and Active Living Fair 2026 - Exhibitor Application Form
 

The Seniors Information and Active Living Fair is hosted by the Town of Pelham in partner with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario with funding provided by the Government of Ontario.

2026-27 Rise and Shine Trivia: Seniors Breakfast Social

The Rise and Shine Trivia: Seniors Breakfast Social program is a free 10-session program taking place on select dates from September 2026 through March 2027. Each session features a delicious hot breakfast alongside lively, interactive team trivia hosted by Niagara Trivia Junkies. With a brand-new trivia theme at every session, you'll enjoy testing your knowledge, sharing some laughs, making new friends, and staying connected with others in the community. Gather a team or join one when you arrive - everyone is welcome, whether you're a trivia buff or simply looking for a fun morning out!

Choose the session(s) that work best for you! Each Rise and Shine Trivia event has its own registration form.
Please use the links below to register for your preferred session date(s). 

Click here to register: Thursday, September 10, 2026

Click here to register: Thursday, October 8, 2026

Click here to register: Thursday, October 29, 2026

Click here to register: Thursday, November 19, 2026

Click here to register: Thursday, December 10, 2026

Click here to register: Thursday, December 17, 2026

Click here to register: Thursday, January 14, 2027

Click here to register: Thursday, February 11, 2027

Click here to register: Thursday, March 4, 2027 

Click here to register: Thursday, March 11, 2027

 

The funding to support the Rise and Shine Trivia: Seniors Breakfast Social program is provided through the Seniors Community Grant Program. The Seniors Community Grant Program is a provincial grant that helps support community organizations' ability to provide opportunities for greater social inclusion, volunteerism and community engagement for older adults. 

 

Questions? Call Katie Kilbreath, Seniors & Community Services Programmer at 905-732-7871 or email kkilbreath@pelham.ca


 

We can make it easy to stay active and social from the comfort of your own home!

The Town of Pelham is helping to keep you active and social with daily virtual programs through Art Your Service! Virtual Programs include Pilates, painting, dance, yoga, Zumba, lectures, book talks, sewing projects, cooking, music lessons and more!

This programs is free to Pelham Residents! Register today to receive weekly program calendars and program recordings by email, which allow you to participate when best fits your schedule! To register, please contact Katie Kilbreath at 905-732-7871 or kkilbreath@pelham.ca, or register online here.

Free | Tuesdays | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Meridian Community Centre - Kinsmen Room

NEW Drop-in Mah Jongg

Mahjongg is a classic tile-based game played in groups of 3 or 4, using the official annual playing card from the National Mahjongg League. It’s a fun and engaging way to challenge your memory and strategy skills while connecting with others in the community.

A general understanding of the game is recommended. Players are encouraged to bring their own sets.

Free | Friday 10:00 am to 12:00 pm | Meridian Community Centre | Kinsmen Room

Drop-in Community Bridge

This classic card game is perfect for players of all ages, and it's a great way to test your skills and strategy. Drop in to play bridge with others in the community. Understanding of the game is required for participation.

From December of 2023 until March of 2024 the Town of Pelham offered a monthly fraud prevention seminar series.  Topics including Cyber Safety & Security, identity scams, banking scams and tips of fraud prevention.

Fraud booklets are available at the Meridian Community Centre. A digital version with translations available can be viewed here. 

The funding to support the Seniors Fraud Prevention Seminar Series is provided through the Seniors Community Grant Program. The Seniors Community Grant Program is a provincial grant that helps support community organizations' ability to provide opportunities for greater social inclusion, volunteerism and community engagement for older adults. 

Additional resources for fraud prevention include:

Competition Bureau Canada

Canadian Anti-fraud Centre 

Pelham Seniors Advisory Committee


Providing advice to the Town of Pelham Council and staff on matters that impact the quality of life, and provide solutions through the lens, of Pelham’s Senior residents.

Active Opportunities

The Town of Pelham offers many active opportunities for Adults 55+. Available programs include: Recreational Pickleball, 55+ Aerobics with Conditioning, Yogalates, Chair Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Zumba Fitness ® Classes, FIT with Brock, Ballroom Dance, & More! Click here to visit the Adult Programming page for more information.

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Spin classes are available for those over age 16+, with some classes designated to those 55+.
 Click here to learn more about spin classes at the Meridian Community Centre!

Seasonal Outdoor Tennis and Pickleball memberships are available for those 55+!
 Click here to visit the Outdoor Court page to learn more!

Additional Programs

 Please view additional programs on the Adult Programs webpage

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