Unison for Generations 50+ (Calgary & Online) upcoming events

WC- Grieving Together Group Counselling Sessions (2 Jul 2026)

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Have you experienced the death of someone close to you, are looking for support? Our 9 - week group counseling program will help you rediscover yourself after loss and learn skills to start enjoying and loving your best life again. This in-person group counseling program helps you heal and reconnect after loss in a safe, empathetic setting.

Date: Thursdays, July 2 – August 27, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Location: Kerby Centre, Room 317 (1133 7 Ave S.W., Calgary)

Facilitators: Bryn Labbe and Amanda Furgeson

City University Master of Counselling Interns,

**Please note that you will fill out our intake/consent forms for these classes**

Important Note: During your first session, we will conduct an assessment to better understand your needs and goals. This will help us determine whether group counselling is the right fit for you. Your comfort and well-being are our highest priorities, and this assessment ensures we can provide the best support possible. If group counselling is not suitable for you at this time, we will provide alternative resources tailored to your needs, and your payment will be fully refunded.

Printed materials & light refreshments provided

Cost: Free

WC- Grieving Together Group Counselling Sessions (30 Jul 2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Date: Thursdays, July 2 – August 27, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Location: Kerby Centre, Room 317 (1133 7 Ave S.W., Calgary)

Facilitators: Bryn Labbe and Amanda Furgeson

City University Master of Counselling Interns,

**Please note that you will fill out our intake/consent forms for these classes**

Printed materials & light refreshments provided

Cost: Free

Grief 101 "An Introduction to Grief and Loss with Special Q & A Session (5 Aug 2026)

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Grief 101: An Introduction to Grief and Loss with a Special Q & A Session Free Online Session

Join us for an insightful and compassionate session on understanding grief and loss. This event will feature:

Myths and Facts about Grief, the Difference between Grief and Mourning, and Effective Coping Strategies.

Bring all your questions about grief and loss to our interactive Q&A session, and we will provide thoughtful, informed answers. You are also welcome to email your questions ahead of time to lolaf@unisonalberta.com.

Date: August 5, 2026

Location: Room 317

Time: 10:30 am – 12:pm

Cost:

Members: $15

Non Members $25

Facilitator: Joanne Ginter, a Registered Psychologist

WC- Grieving Together Group Counselling Sessions (6 Aug 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Date: Thursdays, July 2 – August 27, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Location: Kerby Centre, Room 317 (1133 7 Ave S.W., Calgary)

Facilitators: Bryn Labbe and Amanda Furgeson

City University Master of Counselling Interns,

**Please note that you will fill out our intake/consent forms for these classes**

Printed materials & light refreshments provided

Cost: Free

WC- Grieving Together Group Counselling Sessions (13 Aug 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Date: Thursdays, July 2 – August 27, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Location: Kerby Centre, Room 317 (1133 7 Ave S.W., Calgary)

Facilitators: Bryn Labbe and Amanda Furgeson

City University Master of Counselling Interns,

**Please note that you will fill out our intake/consent forms for these classes**

Printed materials & light refreshments provided

Cost: Free

WC- Grieving Together Group Counselling Sessions (20 Aug 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Date: Thursdays, July 2 – August 27, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Location: Kerby Centre, Room 317 (1133 7 Ave S.W., Calgary)

Facilitators: Bryn Labbe and Amanda Furgeson

City University Master of Counselling Interns,

**Please note that you will fill out our intake/consent forms for these classes**

Printed materials & light refreshments provided

Cost: Free

WC- Grieving Together Group Counselling Sessions (27 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Date: Thursdays, July 2 – August 27, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Location: Kerby Centre, Room 317 (1133 7 Ave S.W., Calgary)

Facilitators: Bryn Labbe and Amanda Furgeson

City University Master of Counselling Interns,

**Please note that you will fill out our intake/consent forms for these classes**

Printed materials & light refreshments provided

Cost: Free

WC- Wellness Boost Workshop Staying Sharp (Self- Care) (1 Sep 2026)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Staying Sharp: The Better-You Toolkit

Join this 2-week self-care workshop series and discover practical strategies to support your physical and emotional well-being.

Workshop 1: Physical Self-Care

Workshop 2: Emotional Self-Care

Dates: Tuesdays, September 1 & 8, 2026

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Wellness Centre, Room 317

Fee: $20 Members | $35 Non-members

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC Live Well Be Well Presentations and Conversations Hour (2 Sep 2026)

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Live Well, Be Well: Conversation Hour

Join our 4-week series of presentations and conversations on topics that matter in everyday life. Learn practical tips, ask questions, share experiences, and connect with others in a welcoming and engaging environment.

Dates: Wednesdays, September 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2026

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Willow Park on the Bow, Silvera

Fee: $35 Members | $45 non-members

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC- Wellness Boost Workshop Staying Sharp (Self- Care) (8 Sep 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Staying Sharp: The Better-You Toolkit

Join this 2-week self-care workshop series and discover practical strategies to support your physical and emotional well-being.

Workshop 1: Physical Self-Care

Workshop 2: Emotional Self-Care

Dates: Tuesdays, September 1 & 8, 2026

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Location: Wellness Centre, Room 317

Fee: $20 Members | $35 Non-members

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC Live Well Be Well Presentations and Conversations Hour (9 Sep 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Live Well, Be Well: Conversation Hour

Dates: Wednesdays, September 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2026

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Willow Park on the Bow, Silvera

Fee: $35 Members | $45 non-members

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC Live Well Be Well Presentations and Conversations Hour (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Live Well, Be Well: Conversation Hour

Dates: Wednesdays, September 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2026

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Willow Park on the Bow, Silvera

Fee: $35 Members | $45 non-members

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC- Creating Boundaries Workshop (16 Sep 2026)

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join this 2-week interactive workshop to learn practical skills for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries with family, friends, and coworkers.

Dates: Wednesdays, September 16 & 23, 2026

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Willow Park on the Bow, Silvera

Fee: $35 Members | $45 non-members

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

Includes a Certificate of Completion.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC- African Djembe Drumming Sessions (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

African Djembe Drumming Sessions (New)

Experience the energy and tradition of West African drumming. In each one-hour session, Trudy guides participants through authentic rhythms from Guinea, building full musical arrangements using polyrhythms, call-and-response techniques, and cultural storytelling. Djembes are provided, and beginners are warmly welcomed.

Dates: Thursdays, September 17, September 24, and October 1

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Kerby Centre Wellness Centre, Room 317

Fee: Members: $70 | non-members: $105

Instructor: Trudy Hipwell

Note: Space is limited.

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC Live Well Be Well Presentations and Conversations Hour (23 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Live Well, Be Well: Conversation Hour

Dates: Wednesdays, September 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2026

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Willow Park on the Bow, Silvera

Fee: $35 Members | $45 non-members

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC- Creating Boundaries Workshop (23 Sep 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Join this 2-week interactive workshop to learn practical skills for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries with family, friends, and coworkers.

Dates: Wednesdays, September 16 & 23, 2026

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Willow Park on the Bow, Silvera

Fee: $35 Members | $45 non-members

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

Includes a Certificate of Completion.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC- African Djembe Drumming Sessions (24 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

African Djembe Drumming Sessions (New)

Dates: Thursdays, September 17, September 24, and October 1

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Kerby Centre Wellness Centre, Room 317

Fee: Members: $70 | non-members: $105

Instructor: Trudy Hipwell

Note: Space is limited.

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

Body Awareness Through Arts & Treasure Map to Joy (28 Sep 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Body Awareness Through Art & Treasure Map to Joy (New)

Body Awareness Through Art

Join us for two gentle, creative workshops designed to help participants explore emotions and self-awareness through simple, expressive art activities. No artistic experience is required.

Treasure Map to Joy

What brings you joy—and what stands in the way? Create a personal map with yourself as the starting point and joy as the treasure. Explore the supports and obstacles on your journey, and gain fresh insights through a warm, reflective, and meaningful creative process.

Program Details

Dates: September 28 & 29

Days: Monday & Tuesday

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Unison at Kerby Centre (Room 317

Fee: $45 Members | $75 non-members

Instructor: Andrea Kimberley

Note: Space is limited.

NON-REFUNDABLE. Course credit may be requested up to 1 week before session start date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

Body Awareness Through Arts & Treasure Map to Joy (29 Sep 2026)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Body Awareness Through Art & Treasure Map to Joy (New)

Body Awareness Through Art

Join us for two gentle, creative workshops designed to help participants explore emotions and self-awareness through simple, expressive art activities. No artistic experience is required.

Treasure Map to Joy

Program Details

Dates: September 28 & 29

Days: Monday & Tuesday

Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Location: Unison at Kerby Centre (Room 317

Fee: $45 Members | $75 non-members

Instructor: Andrea Kimberley

Note: Space is limited.

NON-REFUNDABLE. Course credit may be requested up to 1 week before session start date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

WC- African Djembe Drumming Sessions (1 Oct 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT

African Djembe Drumming Sessions (New)

Dates: Thursdays, September 17, September 24, and October 1

Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Kerby Centre Wellness Centre, Room 317

Fee: Members: $70 | non-members: $105

Instructor: Trudy Hipwell

Note: Space is limited.

NON-REFUNDABLE. Travel credit may be requested up to 1 week before the cut-off date.

You can register on-line or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com

Senior's Lunch/Equine Program at Roarr (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Senior's Equine Program at Roarr

Join us as the Unison Wellness Centre collaborates with The ROARR Senior Equine Program to offer a unique and heartwarming experience that combines the joy of equine interaction with community support for seniors. The program ensures that participating seniors engage in therapeutic equine activities and receive a delicious, warm meal provided by Roarr (Robinson Outreach at RiverCross Ranch). It's an opportunity for seniors to connect with these gentle creatures, fostering emotional bonds and creating memorable moments, all while enjoying nutritious, chef-prepared meals in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Maximum People: 17

Fee: Member: $50

Non-member: $85

Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Time: 10:45 AM – 1:30 PM (Leave Roarr at 1:30 pm to get to Kerby approximately 2:15 PM)

Transportation: Bus leaves Unison at Kerby Centre, 1133 7th Avenue Southwest, at 11 am to arrive at Roarr at 11:30 am.

Cut-off Date: Friday, October 9, 2026.

If you are using a wheelchair/walker, and/or have any food allergies or food restrictions, please call Lola at 403-234-6566.

Cost includes transportation and facilitation; lunch and activities are compliments of ROARR.

NON-REFUNDABLE. Course credit may be requested up to 1 week before the session start date.

You can register online or by contacting Active Aging at 403-705-3233 or program@unisonalberta.com