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Let's Make Some Noise! 🎶🎉![]()
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Music, smiles, community spirit, and a whole lot of heart! ❤️![]()
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That's what you'll find at The Grand Parade on September 19 at Kiwanis Field.![]()
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By registering a team and raising funds, you'll help the Grand River Council on Aging continue offering activities and opportunities that keep older adults connected to their community and each other.![]()
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🌟 Walk together![]()
🌟 Celebrate together![]()
🌟 Support older adults together![]()
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Invite your friends, create a team, and be part of a day filled with fun, purpose, and community pride.![]()
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Let's walk, celebrate, and make a difference—one step at a time!![]()
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Register at thegrandparade.org/register![]()
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Thank you to our Amazing Sponsors for the 2026 Grand Parade on September 19 at the Kiwanis Field! We couldn't do it without you!
The Grand Parade 2026 Lead Sponsor is Aspira Brants Landing!
The GRCOA is especially grateful to Aspira Brants Landing for stepping forward as our Lead Sponsor for the Grand Parade. Their commitment to supporting older adults in our community means so much to us and plays an important role in helping us continue our work of keeping older adults connected, engaged, and informed.
At Aspira Brant’s Landing, they offer a carefree approach to retirement living, with a focus on fostering companionship and freedom while ensuring comfort, care and peace of mind.
With a range of care options, including, Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care, their philosophy centers on ‘Aging in Place’ where care options and services evolve to meet the changing needs of residents. This approach allows for continuity and support throughout their journey. Each of their programs and activities are designed to meet residents at their physical and mental stages, ensuring personalized care and enriching experiences tailored to their unique needs.
Register a team, join as a walker, and start fundraising today!
Join us at the Grand Parade Launch at Aspira Brants Landing on Wednesday August 5 at 2:00 p.m. to get motivated!
Together, let’s celebrate community and make a lasting impact—one step at a time.
CLICK HERE to get started!
What’s New!
The Community at Home workshop series is designed by volunteers to encourage socialization, participation, and community connections, while creating awareness about topics and issues of interest.
Retirement Living Simplified 
The Grand River Council on Aging invites you to join Ruby Toor, Healthcare Professional from Amber Lea Place Retirement Home, for an informative workshop exploring retirement living options and planning for the future. Learn about different retirement lifestyles, levels of care, housing choices, and how to make confident decisions for the next stage of life.
Wednesday, July 22
10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
To register for this virtual workshop, please email admin@grcoa.ca or call 519 754-0777 ext. 439
Enjoy past recorded workshops when you CLICK HERE
