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WISE Mobile Active Living Centre offers programs for older adults 55+ across Muskoka. We offer a variety of program topics including: art, culture, financial, technology, fitness, health education, general interest topics, games, activities, and much more! WISE Mobile Active Living Centre offers virtual and in-person programs throughout Muskoka. Our programs are funded in part by the Provincial Government and The District Municipality of Muskoka. Programs are free of charge and a donation box is available at each program location if members wish to contribute. WISE Mobile Active Living Centre is an active and good standing member with the Older Adults Centres' Association of Ontario (OACAO). Become a member of WISE Mobile Active Living Centre and get connected to a wide variety of social and recreational programs near you! To become member or to register for a program, please contact us at 705-645-2100 ext. 4199, (toll-free) 1-800-461-4215 ext. 4199 or email us at seniorsprograms@muskoka.on.ca.
| Become a Member! |
| Join the WISE Mobile Active Living Centre and get connected with a wide variety of programs. All of our programs are available to you in Muskoka at no charge and there is no membership fees. Complete a WISE Membership Form 2025 or call our Information Line at 705-645-2100 ext. 4199 to join. |
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Keep connected with the WISE Mobile Active Living Centre and what’s upcoming in a community near you. Subscribe to receive monthly automated telephone calls for regular programming locations. By selecting a location, you will receive a call one week in advance with the program date, time, activities, topics, and guest speakers. Individuals can subscribe to our email distribution list to receive a monthly email notification. The email will contain notification that the Activity Guide is available and highlight any new programming. If you would like to subscribe to telephone or email lists, please contact us. You can be added or removed at any time while getting up-to-date information. One of the many perks of joining the WISE Mobile Active Living Centre! |
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The WISE Mobile Active Living Centre travels to communities across Muskoka. In the event that a programs is cancelled due to inclement weather, we will contact those participants that have registered for the program or event. Individuals will receive an automated telephone call noting the cancellation and may receive an email. Inclement weather can include, but not limited to: heavy rain, freezing rain, risk of thunderstorms, significant snowfall, icy or dangerous driving conditions, extreme heat, and predicted weather warnings. Our programs are mostly located in rural areas, please note that we often base the decisions on the bus cancellations in the area in which the program takes place. Our first priority is the health and safety of our participants/members, volunteers and facilitators. Please always use your own discretion when attending our programs and drive according to road conditions. |
Current Programs
WISE Mobile Active Living Centre offers free programs for older adults 55+ across Muskoka.
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February: February 4th marks World Cancer Day, a day to recognize that cancer touches millions of people each year but does not define the people that it impacts. Cancer is more than just a medical diagnosis—it’s a deeply personal matter. Behind every diagnosis lies a unique human story - stories of grief, pain, healing, resilience, love and more. If you have been affected by cancer, know that there are supports available to you: Canadian Cancer Society 1-888-939-3333, live chat and cancerconnection.ca peer support forum. Gilda's Club Simcoe Muskoka 705-726-5199 Enliven Cancer Care 705-787-5459 If you have health concerns that could be a sign or symptom of cancer or another serious illness, do not wait to see your doctor. Finding cancer early is critically important. When cancer is found and treated early, the chances of successful treatment are better. March: World Hearing Day is held annually on March 3 to raise awareness on hearing loss prevention, and promoting ear and hearing care across the world. According to the World Health Organization, 466 million people worldwide, or 5 percent of the world's population, are affected by hearing loss. How can you participate: 1. Schedule an appointment for a hearing screening. It’s great to establish a baseline to monitor, even if you feel like you aren’t experiencing any difficulty. 2. Learn about ways to protect your hearing. 3. Educate yourself on treatment options for hearing loss. 4. Talk to friends and family, and encourage someone with hearing loss to seek treatment. Make a sound investment in your future! |
Community Locations: WISE Mobile Active Living Centre offers free programs aged 55+ in multiple community locations across Muskoka. Click the location to expand the dates and topics. Please register a week in advance of the program.
All of the information can be found in our Activity Guides: February, and March.
Virtual Programs:
| Exercise and Fitness (Bee Fit) |
| Beat the winter blues with Bee Fit. Bee Fit offers a variety of light cardio, balance, and strength training geared to older adults 55+. The exercises aim to mobilize, stabilize and build functional movement so everyday activities are supported. All fitness levels are welcome to attend. Movement can be done from a sitting or a standing position (no floor movements).
This winter series begins on Friday, January 10 and ends on Friday, March 28, 2025 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Zoom. Registration opens on December 1, 2024. A confirmation email with Zoom link will be sent upon registration, the Zoom link will remain the same for the entire winter series. |
In-Person Programs:
| Socialize and Snowshoe |
| Join an Introduction to Snowshoeing on Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 pm. Individuals will have an opportunity to try on snowshoes and get a feel for this outdoor sport. Participants will learn some basic technique in a comfortable, outdoor environment at our Bracebridge Office located at 169 Pine Street in Bracebridge. This program will provide an overview of technique but doesn't not include a winter walk or adventure. Registration opens on Monday, January 6, 2025, spaces are limited.
We are happy to offer Socialize and Snowshoe this winter. This is an excellent way to stay active and enjoy some physical outdoor exercise. It’s a great opportunity to connect with neighbours and friends that have a passion for all Muskoka has to offer. Snowshoes are provided and a variety of sizes will be available. Please arrive promptly and give yourself plenty of time to arrive safely. Dates and locations are below, registration opens on Monday, January 6, 2025, spaces are limited. Thursday, February 13 - Tree Museum, Gravenhurst (roughly distance 3 km) Wednesday, February 19 - Hardy Lake Provincial Park, Muskoka Lakes (roughly distance 2 km *Please note all Socialize and Snowshoe programs are from 10:30 - 11:30 am Please ensure that you register one week prior to these special events. In the event you register and can not attend, please contact us so we may fill the spaces with those waitlisted. In the event of inclement weather, staff members will reach out the morning of the program to cancel or confirm the program. Thank you for your cooperation, we look forward to these special outdoor winter events! |
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February - Due to the renovations at the Dwight Public Library and the Community Centre scheduled to begin early 2025, we are currently working on finding an alternate program location for the WISE program in Dwight. Program will resume at the Lakeview Seniors Centre in Dwight in March 2025. Dwight Lakeview Seniors Centre - 1004 Dwight Bay Road
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| MacTier |
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MacTier Memorial Arena - 9 Haig Street Thursday, February 20, 2025
MacTier Memorial Arena - 9 Haig Street |
| Milford Bay |
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Milford Bay Community Centre - 1020 Beaumaris Road
Milford Bay Community Centre - 1020 Beaumaris Road |
| Port Severn |
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Baxter Ward Community Centre - 275 Honey Harbour Rd., Port Severn Tuesday, February 25, 2025 (rescheduled from Thursday, Feb. 27 due to closure of centre for elections)
Baxter Ward Community Centre - 275 Honey Harbour Rd., Port Severn |
| Port Sydney |
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Port Sydney Community Hall - 607 Muskoka Road 10
Port Sydney Community Hall - 607 Muskoka Road 10 |
| Raymond |
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Raymond Community Centre - 2013 Highway 141 Thursday, February 6, 2025
Raymond Community Centre - 2013 Highway 141 |
| Ryde |
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Ryde Community Co-op - 1624 Barkway Road, Gravenhurst
Ryde Community Co-op - 1624 Barkway Road, Gravenhurst |
| Severn Bridge |
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Severn Bridge Community Hall - 1035 Southwood Road Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Severn Bridge Community Hall - 1035 Southwood Road |
| Torrance |
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Torrance Community Centre - 1030 Torrance Road Tuesday, February 25, 2025
Torrance Community Centre - 1030 Torrance Road Tuesday, March 25, 2025 |
| Vankoughnet |
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Vankoughnet Village Square - 1198 Vankoughnet Road, Bracebridge
Vankoughnet Village Square - 1198 Vankoughnet Road, Bracebridge |
Housing Locations - WISE Mobile Active Living Centre offers free programs aged 55+ for those that reside within the buildings. Click the location to expand the dates and topics. Please register a week in advance of the program.
| 100 Oakwood Heights |
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100 Oakwood Heights, Bracebridge (third floor) 100 Oakwood Heights, Bracebridge (third floor) Tuesday, March 11, 2025
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| McVittie Place |
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McVittie Place, Muskoka Room - 102 Pine Street, Bracebridge Tuesday, February 18, 2025
McVittie Place, Muskoka Room - 102 Pine Street, Bracebridge |
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175 Lofty Pines Drive, Gravenhurst Wednesday, February 19, 2025 175 Lofty Pines Drive, Gravenhurst |
Additional Programs:
| Loaner Programs |
| The Laptop Loaner Program is a programs that allow you to borrow a device to participate in virtual programs, continue education, and stay connected with friends and family. The Laptop Loaner Program will require your own internet services. We want our participants to eliminate barriers to stay connected.
Urban Pole Loaner Program and Snowshoe Loaner Program allow participants to borrow a set of poles for the duration of the season(s). You can use the fitness equipment for personal use or engage in other social and recreational programs in your community. FitBits may be leant out with fitness equipment depending on availability. FitBits do require access to a tablet or smartphone to set up the device. They have the benefits of tracking physical activity, water intake, food diary, and monitoring heart rates, BPM, and sleep patterns. Please note that all loaners are pending availability and the duration of loaning equipment will be based on program needs and priorities. To discuss our loaner programs in further details, please contact Seniors Programs for more information.
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Program Feedback
WISE Mobile Active Living Centre wants to hear from you! Please fill in our Program Feedback Form to share your insight and comments regarding the various programs you have attended. You can fill in as many forms as you like to help us develop our programs and better serve our participants. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to continuing our commitment of participant driven programming in Muskoka.