55+ Services

Parks and Recreation Master Plan

How do you currently use Whitby’s parks and recreation facilities? Do you want more tennis, pickleball, or basketball courts in our community? Do you want to see more funds invested in our arenas, pools, waterfront and/or the marina? The Town is preparing a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan to guide future recreational services, infrastructure, and investments - and wants to hear from you!

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55+ Instructors Needed

Whitby 55+ Recreation is looking for fitness, language and arts instructors for the Fall session. Candidates must have experience teaching older adults. Fitness instructors must be certified.

If interested, please send an email with your resume to 55plus@whitby.ca

French Language Instructor - Contract Position

Description:
Instructors are needed to teach beginner level in-person French classes. Most sessions require instructors to teach 1-2 classes a week for 1 hour, for 10-12 weeks.

Qualifications:
Excellent knowledge of the French Language.
Previous teaching experience and some experience teaching older adults is preferred.
Excellent communication skills, reliable, patient, willing to work with people who will have varying levels of French knowledge.

Candidates will be required to participate in an interview process and if selected will require references.

Start Date: Mid-September for the Fall Session and/or Mid-January for the Winter Session
Location: 55+ Recreation Centre, 801 Brock Street South
To Apply: Email 55plus@whitby.ca with your resume and email of introduction.

Fitness Instructor - Contract Position

Description:

Instructors are needed to teach a variety of in-person and/or virtual 55+ programs including: General Fitness, Arthritis Exercise, Chair Exercise programs and Strength Training.

Most sessions require instructors to teach 1-3 classes a week for 1 hour, for 10-12 weeks.
Occasional Substitute instructors are needed as well.

Qualifications:
Must be a certified fitness instructor with CanFitPro (or equivalent)
Previous teaching experience and some experience teaching older adults is preferred.
Excellent communication skills, reliable, patient, willing to work with people who will have varying levels of fitness.
Candidates will be required to participate in an interview process and if selected will require references.

Start Date: Mid-September for the Fall Session and/or Mid-January for the Winter Session
Location: 55+ Recreation Centre, 801 Brock Street South and/or Brooklin Community Centre and Library, 8 Vipond Road.
To Apply: Email 55plus@whitby.ca with your resume and email of introduction.

Art Instructor - Contract Position

Description:

Instructors are needed to teach a variety of in-person art classes (Acrylic, Watercolour). Most sessions require instructors to teach 1-2 classes a week for 1.5 - 2 hours, for 10-12 weeks.

Qualifications:
Knowledge of the acrylic and watercolour painting.
Previous teaching experience and some experience teaching older adults is preferred.
Excellent communication skills, reliable, patient, willing to work with people who will have varying levels of artistic knowledge.
Candidates will be required to participate in an interview process and if selected will require references.

The Town of Whitby 55+ Services helps older adults stay engaged, active and supported. Explore adult 55+ recreation opportunities, resources, COVID-19 support and the Whitby 55+ Recreation Advisory Committee.

55+ Recreation

If you're age 55 or older, you can join a rich and vibrant social community by applying for a 55+ Recreation Services Membership.

Explore the many possibilities for keeping an active, healthy lifestyle through recreation programs like instructional classes and workshops, leagues, sports groups and leisure activities. And visit the 55+ Recreation Centre where you can join activities and connect with new people.

Whitby 55+ Recreation Advisory Committee

The Whitby 55+ Recreation Advisory Committee supports all social and recreational programs, and advises the Town of Whitby on matters relating to the Town's 55+ recreation services.

The committee encourages all adults 55-years-old and up to participate in activities that lead to a healthy and active lifestyle, provides space for friendly interaction among members, and promotes involvement and goodwill among individuals with 55+ recreation services memberships.

The committee meets on the second Friday of each month at the Whitby 55+ Recreation Centre's board Room. The committee does not meet during July and August. Please contact us for an accessible version of the latest committee minutes.

Resources for Adults 55+

The following resources can help adults 55+ and their care partners find information and support on a range of topics, including safety, housing, transportation, mental health, finances and more.

Community information

If you're looking for general information, try these resources:

Abuse, support and safety

If you need information about abuse, support and safety, these resources can help:

Mental health

For mental health assistance, consult these resources:

Transportation

Here are some resources related to seniors' transportation:

Housing

If you need information about housing, these resources can help:

Health and caregiver support services

If you are looking for health and caregiver support services, explore these resources:

Day programs

For information about seniors' day programs, explore these resources:

Finances

If you need financial support, these resources can help:

Advocacy Centre for the Elderly
Durham Community Legal Clinic
Income Tax Clinics – Whitby Seniors Activity Centre – 905.668.1424
Low Income Seniors
Ontario Securities Commission