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Here we enable adults age 50+ to pursue their passion for life-long learning through a wide range of educational courses, activities and related opportunities to volunteer. Check out our latest posts and leave your valued comments for us. Our Recent BlogsFran Gruber in Her Own Words
"Twenty-three years ago, because of sickness, I was forced to retire from teaching earlier than expected. I loved teaching and was not happy until I answered an ad posted in the Retired Teachers’ newsletter asking for volunteers for a research project looking at seniors’ programs in North York. A new world opened for me."  5 Ways to Kickoff SpringGetting through the winter months can be a challenge for anyone. Due to the weather, many people end up spending most of their time inside, waiting out the cold.  Instructor Highlight – Amnon ZoharAmnon Zohar is a hi-tech entrepreneur turned instructor, author, and speaker. Zohar lectures...  Instructor Highlight – Dr. Olivier CourteauxDr. Olivier Courteaux is a historian, author, and instructor with a focus on History of International Relations in the 19th and 20th centuries...  Instructor Highlight - Christine DimancheChristine Dimanche is a higher learning instructor with a focus on Biology as well as health and wellness...  Instructor Highlight – James ThompsonJames Thompson is an instructor of Art, History, and Architecture. Art and History have been subjects....  Instructor Highlight – Gabrielle MarceauGabrielle Marceau is a film critic, writer, and editor. She writes film criticism for publications....  Instructor Highlight - Dr. David LipovitchDr. David Lipovitch (Harvard, '99) is an archeologist with an impressive career and a passion for teaching...  Archaeology to Art, Genetics to Politics - Online Courses to Enable Lifelong LearningThe fall and winter weather brings cozy apparel, warm tea, the aroma of the season’s baked treats.....  Building Connections through Lifelong LearningMaking friends or building connections can enrich your life and health in more ways than you can imagine....  The Benefits of Learning Technology in Older AgeThere is no escaping that we live in a digital world that revolves around technology in almost every aspect of day-to-day living.... Volunteering in Your Learning CommunityMuch is spoken and written about the benefits of lifelong learning and how it contributes to healthy ageing...  Things to do In RetirementHow often have you heard yourself or a loved one reminiscing over the “good old days”? As you move...  Learning can Keep You Busy in RetirementLifelong learning is that not-so-secret sauce that promotes healthy aging by keeping your body...  Benefits of Lifelong LearningLearning and upgrading your knowledge or skills throughout your lifetime can happen in many...  Lifelong Learning for healthy agingThey say the most valuable asset you will ever have is your mind and what you put into it... LIFE Member Highlight – Barbara BrittoBarbara Britto immigrated to Canada from Kuwait in 1989. She travelled alone..  BENEFITS OF STAYING PHYSICALLY ACTIVERetirement is about relaxation and doing all the things you have always wanted to do..  VOLUNTEEROPPORTUNITIESAdjusting to life after retirement often brings a set of challenges. For example, it can feel strange..  STAYING SOCIALAfter retirement, it is normal to feel like your social circle shrank dramatically overnight.  BRAIN HEALTHBrain health impacts essential daily functions such as working memory, planning.  The Benefits of LIFE MembershipRetirement is a much anticipated and exciting stage of life.. |
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