Centro Caboto 55 Plus Program



 

Centro Caboto Centre 55 Plus Program has been operational now for 24 years. The program is run by a group of dedicated volunteers who are also older adults.  We plan and deliver programming for our members that is engaging, fun, educational and informative, to help combat social isolation and promote health and wellness. 


Become a Member

  •  Program is active every Wednesday from mid September to beginning of June, with holiday breaks.
  • Membership fee is $25. for the year (September to June)
  • Access to group rates on outings and transportation from Centro Caboto Centre, where applicable
  • Opportunity to keep active and connected to community

Program Format

  • Located at the Centro Caboto Centre in Cafe 13
  • One-hour morning exercise class starts at 10:15 am on the Bocce lanes, with our beloved and experienced instructor for $8.
  • Special lunch catered by Sorrentos for $20, which includes the morning exercise, if you choose to stay for lunch
  • Weekly afternoon activities that include Bingo, Bocce, board games, art workshops and access to specialized speakers on topics that matter most to our members

Outings and Other Activities

From time to time, we will take in group activities like:

  • operas
  • plays and theatre
  • ballet
  • casino and casino shows
  • picnics
  • parks and outdoor recreation


Sponsors of the Program

The 55 Plus Program is sponsored by the Italian Canadian League of Manitoba (ICLM) member club - Comitato dei Italiani/Canadesi Della Terza Eta (Comitato) of the Centro Caboto Centre, and the Italian Canadian League of Manitoba.


Under the coordination of Teresa Tacchi, President of the Comitato club, about 18 volunteer board members bring this program to life for members of the program.

Get Involved

  • If you would like to volunteer with our program, please contact the Centro Caboto Centre at (204) 487-4597 ext. 1 or Teresa Tacchi directly.
  • To find out more about the program for a loved one or yourself, contact the Centro Caboto Centre.





Special Notice

We have officially completed assembling the Emergency Response Information Kits (ERIK). We could not have done it without the help of the 55 Plus Program Members, friends, family, community members and organizations. We are grateful and thank you immensely for donating your time and efforts to this very important project that will support the 55 Plus Program at the Centro Caboto Centre.

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