Who are we?

The “Kanata Seniors Council Inc.” (the council) is different from the City of Ottawa’s “Kanata Seniors’ Centre.” (the centre) The Council collaborates closely with the Kanata Seniors’ Centre and is a federally incorporated, not-for-profit, registered charity incorporated under the name “Kanata Seniors Council Inc.”

What do we do?

The Council provides an advisory function to the City. It has equipped the Centre’s kitchen and operates the Council Café. The Council has outfitted and maintains a Computer Lab at the Centre as well as providing computer instruction and technical support services. Additionally, the Council provides funding for various programs and events, provides capital for the acquisition of equipment and furnishings for the Kanata Seniors Centre, and offers a travel program both in and out of the city, among other things. Seniors are encouraged to become members (it’s free) and actively participate in the Council’s operation and fundraising activities. Associate Council members representing the City of Ottawa, Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre and local retirement residences attend the monthly Board meetings.