Who We Are
Founded in 1990, LA CENTRE for Active Seniors has been providing Recreation Programs for Seniors for over 30 years!
About Us
For over 30 years, the LA CENTRE for Active Seniors has proudly served seniors in Toronto’s West End with accessible and affordable recreation programs, fitness classes, community building projects, grocery and meal delivery, and more.
Our Vision
To enhance the quality of life for people aged 55 and older.
Values
As a member driven, community based organization with a volunteer Board of Directors, our work is guided by a commitment to those we serve and is based on the values of inclusivity, integrity, collaboration, faith, trust, transparency and respect.
MISSION
To develop and deliver a variety of socially engaging programs that promote health and independence for people aged 55 and older in Toronto’s West End.
Our Funders
LA CENTRE for Active Seniors continuously applies for various special grants to further support our efforts to provide quality active programming to our community.
Catholic Charities & ShareLife
LA CENTRE for Active Seniors is a Catholic Charities Member Agency Supported by ShareLife.
Government of Ontario
LA CENTRE for Active Seniors receives operational funding from the Ministry of Seniors & Accessibility via the Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) Program
City of Toronto
LA CENTRE for Active Seniors receives operational funding from the City of Toronto via the Community Service Partnerships (CSP) funding program. We are also located within a Toronto Community Housing building as a rent-free tenant.
Catholic Charities & ShareLife
LA CENTRE for Active Seniors is a Catholic Charities Member Agency Supported by ShareLife.
Government of Ontario
LA CENTRE for Active Seniors receives operational funding from the Ministry of Seniors & Accessibility via the Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) Program
City of Toronto
LA CENTRE for Active Seniors receives operational funding from the City of Toronto via the Community Service Partnerships (CSP) funding program. We are also located within a Toronto Community Housing building as a rent-free tenant.
Our History
In our efforts to grow and engage our growing community, Loyola Arrupe Centre for Seniors rebranded in 2021 with a new operating name “LA CENTRE for Active Seniors”. This new name reflects the attitude of the Centre; promoting active and independent lifestyles! LA CENTRE for Active Seniors is a community based Senior’s Centre.
Since opening in 1990, LA CENTRE for Active Seniors has been an oasis for people 55 and older by serving their emotional, physical, recreational, and social needs for over 30 years. It is through these consistent and reliable offerings that the Centre has continued to evolve to its present day.
Our History
Since opening in 1990, LA Centre for Active Seniors has been an oasis for people 55 and older by serving their emotional, physical, recreational, social and spiritual needs for over 30 years. It is through these consistent and reliable offerings that the Centre has continued to evolve to its present day.
In our efforts to grow and engage our growing community, Loyola Arrupe Centre for Seniors rebranded in 2021 with a new operating name “LA Centre for Active Seniors”. This new name reflects the attitude of the Centre; promoting active and independent lifestyles! LA Centre for Active Seniors is a community based Senior’s Centre.
Our Board & Staff
MEET OUR TEAM!
LA CENTRE for Active Seniors operates with a volunteer Board of Directors and a team of staff that are guided by a commitment to those we serve!
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Location List!
We are proud to partner with Toronto Seniors Housing to deliver our programs right in the heart of senior residential buildings.
Our Board & Staff
MEET OUR TEAM!
LA Centre for Active Seniors operates with a volunteer Board of Directors and a team of staff that are guided by a commitment to those we serve!
Check Out Our Location List!
We are proud to partner with Toronto Community Housing to deliver our programs right in the heart of senior residential buildings.
Financial Statements
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Have questions about our locations, programs or services? Simply want to say hello?
Join Us
Become a member of LA CENTRE
Becoming a member of the LA CENTRE is one of the healthiest things you can do. Our volunteers and team members are here to support you in your golden years.
