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Fall General Membership Meeting

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 – 1:00 pm in the Auditorium

There will be motions that need your vote including changes in the Bylaws and a motion to purchase a wheelchair accessible van. Get a hard copy from the office or click here to view or download a PDF.

The Society’s Fall General membership meeting will be held in-person in the Centre’s auditorium on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, starting at 1:00 pm PDT.

The meeting will conduct business as set out in section 30 of the Society’s Bylaws, including a motion for the purchase of a wheelchair-accessible van, and two special resolutions for the amendment of the Society’s Constitution and Bylaws. You can view and download the special resolutions by clicking on the button below, or obtain a printed copy from the Centre’s office.

This Notice is amending the Notice that was previously posted on the Society’s website, in order to include the formal special resolutions for the amendment of the Constitution and Bylaws. They include changes to proposed amendments previously posted.

Special Resolutions

ACTIVITIES

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October 16 – Food for Thought

Emeritus Professor Joost Blom (an ex-Dean of Law at UBC) will let us know how both international law and the law of the sea were figured out in the 16th century, and still exist today in a modern form. For those who love to discover new facts and ideas, this is a talk that you won’t want to miss. No pre-registration is necessary and admission is by donation. Seating is limited so please arrive early. Starts promptly at 2:30 pm.

October 17  – Friendship Tea

Thanks to Sharon Blanchette and her team, the Friendship Tea is held every month on the third Thursday from 2 to 4 pm. Lots of fun and the price is amazing. It’s free!

October 25 – Free Hearing Aid Cleaning

Anchor Hearing provides hearing aid cleaning at the SSAC lounge.

October 26 – Monster British Invasion

Mitch Lazer is back with Monster British Invasion for the Halloween Bash. Eddy Edrik on vocals and guitar, Bruce Mortimer on bass, Bill Barclay on keyboard and Mitch on drums. Doors open at 6:30 pm, music starts at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $15 in advance at the SSAC front desk or A Little Brit of Heaven and $20 at the door. Beer, wine and cider bar will be open.

Free Legal Aid Clinic

Lawyer Robert Hart provides FREE weekly 30-minute legal aid consultations every Thursday at noon (not criminal matters). Book your appointment at the front desk.

November 16 & 17 – Come to the Cabaret

The Fundamentals presents a fun musical show for all. “Come to the Cabaret” is a fundraiser for the SSAC that you wouldn’t want to miss. Tickets are available now!

November 22 – Advance Care Planning Workshop

An accident or medical crisis can happen to anyone, of any age, at any time. In this workshop, presenters from Sunshine Coast Hospice will introduce you to the Sunshine Coast Green Sleeve and explore the steps involved in making an advance care plan. Limited seating – sign up for this free workshop at the front desk or call 604-885-3513.

If there is an activity you would like to attend, but is not on our schedule, please reach out and talk to Gill, SSAC Manager. Please note that weekend activities are subject to change.

LATEST STORIES

Supporting Seniors

This is a very exciting and positive time at the SSAC, so please come to the Fall General Membership meeting at 1 pm October 23rd and make your opinions known. This is your Centre. Help us make the right decisions, to make this a prosperous and joyful place.

October 1, 2024|

Forest Therapy

On September 11, Porpoise Bay Provincial Park hosted an enriching Accessible Nature Well-being Program, tailored for individuals with cognitive challenges.

October 1, 2024|

Reaching Out

The Sunshine Coast has a critical shortage of accessible transportation and that many individuals are “shut-ins” either from a lack of resources or dependence on others. We at the SSAC have a plan to be of help.

September 2, 2024|

SSAC Endowment Fund

In order to achieve sustainable financial stability, we have established a SSAC Endowment Fund that will generate revenue from interest accrued each year. This fund is to be administered by the Sunshine Coast Foundation.

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Affordable Lunch Program

The aim of the Affordable Lunch donation program is to avoid increases in the price of our entrées, and keep it fixed currently at either $10 or $12. Every member deserves a great affordable meal in the wonderful environment of the Centre.

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General Revenue Donations

Gifts to general revenue are particularly vital to enable us to deal with large, unexpected costs. You can donate to us at the front desk by cash, cheque, credit or debit card. You can also download and print the form and mail it to the Centre with your cheque.

DONATION FORM

SSAC Endowment Fund

In order to achieve sustainable financial stability, we have established a SSAC Endowment Fund that will generate revenue from interest accrued each year. This fund is to be administered by the Sunshine Coast Foundation.

LEARN MORE

Affordable Lunch Program

The aim of the Affordable Lunch donation program is to avoid increases in the price of our entrées, and keep it fixed currently at either $10 or $12. Every member deserves a great affordable meal in the wonderful environment of the Centre.

LEARN MORE

General Revenue Donations

Gifts to general revenue are particularly vital to enable us to deal with large, unexpected costs. You can donate to us at the front desk by cash, cheque, credit or debit card. You can also download and print the form and mail it to the Centre with your cheque.

DONATION FORM

Donate to the SSAC Endowment Fund today!

Scan the QR code using your mobile phone’s camera to connect with the donation page at Sunshine Coast Foundation’s website. You can also click on the image to open the page on your browser.

Acknowledgement of Donors

When you gift to us you will be asked if you wish to be acknowledged or be anonymous. The names of those that we are permitted to acknowledge will be honoured as Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum donors.

SSAC Food Service

Emily is delighted to serve our members delicious home-cooked meals.

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Frozen Entrées

One of the most beloved of programs offered at SSAC has had nothing to do with exercise, or learning, or even socialization. It has to do with food!

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Seashell Echo

Please click on the button below to view or download the PDF of our current edition.

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PassCards Now Available

SSAC Activity Cards are now available for $6 & $4 activities. Packs of 10 cards are available at the reception desk for $60 and $40 (cash, debit or credit card). Use one ticket, instead of cash, for your activity. No expiry date, non-refundable. Existing passcards will be honoured.

Call for Volunteers

We are looking for volunteers! We need a small team to do a monthly deep-clean on the kitchen. We also need help with event set up and tear down. If you wish to apply to volunteer, please email with the subject line: Volunteer Inquiry. You can also click here to use our online form.

Solar Power Data for September 2024

.8

Energy Produced (MWh)

$103

Currency Equivalent

9

Trees Planted

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