Senior Active Living Centre

Ontario is committed to helping older adults stay safe, healthy, active, and socially connected in their communities. Seniors Active Living Centres (SALC) programs meet the emerging needs of Ontario seniors and reduce demand on acute care as the overall health and well-being of Ontario seniors improves.

The Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility (MSAA/the Ministry) funds the SALC program to support organizations to deliver sustainable programs to support seniors. The SALC Program is established by the Seniors Active Living Centres Act, 2017, (SALCA), which defines the SALC Program purpose “to promote active and healthy living, social engagement and learning for persons who are primarily seniors by providing them with activities and services.”

The Town of Amherstburg has been approved for Provincial funding to operate SALC programs at the Libro Centre, Amherstburg Community Services, as well as at 179 Victoria.

Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art which has been practiced for generations. The movements for this class are slow, with footwork choreographed by a leader. Participants learn to breathe correctly, focusing on how they intake and release air while moving. Tai Chi improves balance, strengthen muscles, improves immune function, cognitive functions and memory and can reduce depression, anxiety and other emotional or mental health conditions.

This gentle Tai Chi class is designed for seniors looking to improve their overall well-being in a relaxed environment. Through slow, flowing movements and guided breathing, participants will build better balance, coordination, and cognitive function. No experience is necessary—just come ready to move at your own pace and enjoy the many physical and mental benefits of Tai Chi.

This program is supported through funding provided by the province of Ontario's Seniors Active Living Centre grant.

Fall 2026 Session: September 16 - December 16

No class on Sept. 30, Oct. 7, Nov. 11

Age

Day

Time

Cost

Location

55+

Wednesdays

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

$6/person

$5/senior

Libro Centre

Connect. Create. Give back!

This programs runs Friday mornings from September 18 - June 18

We create an opportunity to socialize while giving back to the community. Help turn milk bags into market style bags and water resistant mats. We knit and crochet winter woolen hats and blankets. Come meet new people and socialize with light refreshments.

This program is funded by the Government of Ontario's Senior Active Living Centre grant.

Exclusion Dates: Nov. 27, Dec. 25, Jan. 1, Mar. 12, Mar. 19, Mar. 26, May 28

Age

Day

Time

Cost

Location

55+

Fridays

9:30 am - 11:00 am

FREE

Libro Centre Community Room B

Yoga Fit, Stretch, and Strengthen for seniors is a specialized, low-impact exercise program designed to improve functional mobility, increase joint flexibility, and build muscular strength in a safe and supportive manner.

Join us for a yoga fit class that develops range of motion and builds strength gently by combining yoga with the use of light weights and resistance bands. With a focus on functional movement, this class helps build confidence and strength to support you with your goal to stay active and live life fully!

Please bring a yoga mat and a set of light hand weights

Fall 2026 Session: September 17 - December 17

Age

Day

Time

Cost

Location

18+

Thursdays

9:30 am - 10:15 am

$6/person

$5/senior

Libro Centre

Exclusion Dates: November 12

Senior chair yoga is a gentle, accessible form of exercise that adapts traditional yoga poses to be performed while seated or using a chair for balance. It is designed for older adults or those with limited mobility, aiming to increase flexibility, strength, and range of motion while reducing stress.

Building stability, strength, and calm from the chair. This is slower paced class.

Taught by Registered Reflexology Therapist and Yoga Instructor, Sarah Fischer. This program is funded by the Government of Ontario's Seniors Active Living Centre grant.

Fall 2026 Session: September 14 - December 21

No class on Sept. 21, Oct. 12, Oct. 26, Nov. 30

Age	Day	Time	Cost	Location
55+	Mondays	9:30 am - 10:15 am	FREE	Libro Community Room

Walking Club

June 16 – August 27, 2026

Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Libro Centre, Amherstburg

Stay active and socialize with the Amherstburg Walking Club! This free Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) program offers a combination of indoor track walking and outdoor trail walks throughout the summer.

Participants will enjoy:

Indoor walking sessions on the Libro Centre walking track
Outdoor walks along the Libro Trail (weather permitting)
Special guest presentations and wellness information sessions
Opportunities to meet new people and stay active in a welcoming environment

Featured Sessions

June 23 – Pole Walking Demonstration with Milestone Physiotherapy
July 7 – Amherstburg Family Health Team Information Session
July 21 – Orthotics Information Session with Milestone Physiotherapy
August 6 – Guided Outdoor Warm-Up with Sarah Fischer from Reflexology Amherstburg

Program Schedule

Tuesdays

June 16, 23, 30 – Indoor Walking Track
July 7, 14, 21, 28 – Indoor Walking Track
August 4, 11, 18, 25 – Indoor Walking Track

Thursdays

June 18, June 25, July 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13, 20, 27 – Outdoor Libro Trail Walks
Outdoor walks are weather permitting

Registration

This program is free and funded by the Government of Ontario through the Seniors Active Living Centres Program. In order to have a proper headcount for presentations and communicate any updates, we are asking participants to register with us.