In partnership with Province of Nova Scotia (Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage/ CCTH), YReach, Truro and Colchester Welcome Network, the Community Health Board Truro & Area, and other community partners; we are hosting a Senior and Newcomer Wellness Expo Week in Truro.
This is an inclusive initiative aimed at encouraging movement, wellness, and social connection among older adults aged 55+, and area new comers. Every activity will include a "take-home" component to support ongoing, unstructured physical activity in daily life.
This event directly responds to frequent community requests for a modern version of Truro’s former "Senior Expos"—from both currently engaged and less-active older adults. The same request is often made by newcomers and newcomer-supporting organizations.
November 3rd through November 7th- Wellness TRY-IT Sessions
The event will coincide with National Seniors Safety Week (November 6–12, 2025) and feature daily drop-in, try-it-style physical activity sessions, along with opportunities to learn about wellness supports and social engagement options available in Truro and area. Try-it sessions will be held from November 3-7 2025.
- Events daily!
- Zumba, non-contact boxing, DrumFit, Qi Gong, yoga. pilates, and more!
- Events hosted at Douglas Street Recreation Centre, and off-site with community partners (Parkland Truro, and the Truro Curling Club). The Douglas Street Recreation Centre is an accessible venue with accessible parking in the front of the building.
- FREE! Open to seniors, newcomers, and their support persons or caregivers
FREE SESSIONS AT DOUGLAS ST REC CENTRE - REGISTER NOW *If using a mobile device/tablet, you may have to turn the device sideways to see the "book now" option.
Additional registration links will be added here as sessions are added. Please click on each event for more information and a description of the activity.
FREE SESSIONS HOSTED WITH OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS - Our full list of community partner events and locations available below, and will be revised as sessions are added:
- Monday November 3rd - Two TRY-IT "DrumFit Classes" - (1) 10:00am - 10:30am & (2) 3:00-3:30pm at Parkland Truro
- Unleash your inner rockstar with DrumFit! DrumFit is a sitting exercise, hitting an exercise ball. Feel the beat and release stress in this unique and exhilarating fitness session facilitated at partner site, Parkland Truro, 356-378 Young St Truro! Drop-ins are permitted, but encouraged to sign in ahead of class by contacting Lifestyle Consultant, Javiera Krenz / 902.843.44448 /
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- Unleash your inner rockstar with DrumFit! DrumFit is a sitting exercise, hitting an exercise ball. Feel the beat and release stress in this unique and exhilarating fitness session facilitated at partner site, Parkland Truro, 356-378 Young St Truro! Drop-ins are permitted, but encouraged to sign in ahead of class by contacting Lifestyle Consultant, Javiera Krenz / 902.843.44448 /
- Monday November 3rd - TRY-IT Nova Scotia Walks, Truro Chapter walk, 1:00pm, on the Cobequid Trail
- Join trained NS Walks volunteers as they embark on their weekly walk of the Cobequid Trail. Take Robie St towards Old Barns, pass the roundabout, the spring water pipe, go around the corner until you get to the parking lot.. All are welcome, and drop-ins encouraged (no sign-up needed). If you have questions, please contact
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- Join trained NS Walks volunteers as they embark on their weekly walk of the Cobequid Trail. Take Robie St towards Old Barns, pass the roundabout, the spring water pipe, go around the corner until you get to the parking lot.. All are welcome, and drop-ins encouraged (no sign-up needed). If you have questions, please contact
- Tuesday November 4th - TRY-IT Yoga for Parents & Caregivers at Maggies Place, 9:30am -10:30am
- Please sign up in advance to attend this beginner yoga session at Maggies Place, located at 1027 Prince Street. Please bring a water bottle, and a yoga mat if you have one, Children are welcome. Contact Maggies Place: A Resources Centre for Families Colchester at 9028950200 or email
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- Please sign up in advance to attend this beginner yoga session at Maggies Place, located at 1027 Prince Street. Please bring a water bottle, and a yoga mat if you have one, Children are welcome. Contact Maggies Place: A Resources Centre for Families Colchester at 9028950200 or email
- Wednesday November 5th - TRY-IT Curling Session at the Truro Curling Club - starting at 11:30am
- Curling Club can supply helmets, brooms, delivery sticks and grippers. If anyone has their own helmet, they are welcome to bring them as they are required to wear them. Participants will need to have clean comfortable sneakers...no outdoor footwear allowed on the ice. The curling club is wheelchair accessible, and the team should have no problem accommodating everyone wishing to join who has physical restrictions. All participants will be required to sign waivers before curling begins.Come try curling at the Truro Curling Club, located at 56 Young Street. Please contact the manager, Chuck Patriquin at
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- Curling Club can supply helmets, brooms, delivery sticks and grippers. If anyone has their own helmet, they are welcome to bring them as they are required to wear them. Participants will need to have clean comfortable sneakers...no outdoor footwear allowed on the ice. The curling club is wheelchair accessible, and the team should have no problem accommodating everyone wishing to join who has physical restrictions. All participants will be required to sign waivers before curling begins.Come try curling at the Truro Curling Club, located at 56 Young Street. Please contact the manager, Chuck Patriquin at
- Friday November 7th - Two TRY-IT "DrumFit Classes" - (1) 10:30am -11:00am & (2) 11:00am - 11:30am at Parkland Truro
- Unleash your inner rockstar with DrumFit! DrumFit is a sitting exercise, hitting an exercise ball. Feel the beat and release stress in this unique and exhilarating fitness session facilitated at partner site, Parkland Truro, 356-378 Young St Truro! Drop-ins are permitted, but encouraged to sign in ahead of class by contacting Lifestyle Consultant, Javiera Krenz / 902.843.44448 /
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- Unleash your inner rockstar with DrumFit! DrumFit is a sitting exercise, hitting an exercise ball. Feel the beat and release stress in this unique and exhilarating fitness session facilitated at partner site, Parkland Truro, 356-378 Young St Truro! Drop-ins are permitted, but encouraged to sign in ahead of class by contacting Lifestyle Consultant, Javiera Krenz / 902.843.44448 /
November 7th - Wellness Expo EVENT
The week will conclude with a community symposium to highlight resources, celebrate participation, and promote sustained engagement. The Expo will be held on Friday November 7th 2025.The Expo Event will be held 12:00pm - 5:00pm
- Hosted at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 26, 43 Brunswick Street, Truro
- Joined by wellness practitioners, champions, businesses, and more
- The Legion has accessible parking in the front of the building (Brunswick Street side) and the accessible entrance is on the side of the building into the aduditorium space (facing Exhibition Street).
- FREE! Open to all!
Limited language interpretation available on site
Thank you to our partners and community hosts:
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 26, YReach Truro and Colchester, Truro and Colchester Welcome Network, the Community Health Board Truro & Area, Maggie's Place, The Parkland, and more!
These events are made possible through funding through the Province of Nova Scotia Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage Active Communities Fund.
