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- Hours of Operation: Monday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 a.m.
Seniors Day is every Tuesday from 10:00am – 9:00pm for anyone 50+.
Receive a $5 off coupon at the security desk upon entering the casino.
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Offers assistance with traditional burials and cremation. Assistance with any international and provincial transfers. For pricing and information on monuments contact George Service areas include the entire Municipality of Wood Buffalo. |
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RBC offers a rebate of $4/month to Seniors ages 65+. |
Hours of Operation
Timberlea:
Monday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: By appointment only
Sunday: Closed
Franklin:
Monday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: By appointment only
Sunday: Closed
Thickwood:
Monday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Saturday: By appointment only
Sunday: Closed
Scotiabank offers Seniors ages 60+ a $4.00 discount off of their monthly banking account fees.
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For specific inquiries or to schedule a meeting contact: Erin Morris – Executive Assistant |
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To discuss anything that is municipally related please contact your Councillor or the Mayor. Councillor – Ward 4 Sheila Lalonde- sheila.lalond@rmwb.ca |
Hours of Operation
Alberta Support Center (in-person service is suspended until further notice)
Monday to Friday: 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday, And holidays: Closed
Alberta Supports Contact Centre
Monday to Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday, And holidays: Closed
Allows senior homeowners, 65 years of age and older, to finance home repairs and adaptations through a low-interest home equity loan with the Government of Alberta. Under SHARP, a minimum home equity loan of $500 to a maximum of $40,000 may be available to seniors with an annual total income of $75,000 or less and who have a minimum of 25% home equity in their primary residence. SHARP also includes a grant component for low-income seniors who do not qualify for a loan, due to insufficient home equity, or for mobile home owners who did not own their land. The grant is limited to basic and essential home repairs and adaptations.
Eligibility Requirements
Must be 65 years of age or older
Be a Canadian Citizen
Lived in Alberta for 3 months
Owner of a residential property registered in a Land Titles Office
For more information call the Alberta Support Contact Centre for assistance.
Hours of Operation
Alberta Support Center (in-person service is suspended until further notice)
Monday to Friday: 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday, And holidays: Closed
Alberta Supports Contact Centre
Monday to Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday, And holidays: Closed
Allows senior homeowners to defer all or part of their annual property tax through a low-interest home equity loan with the Government of Alberta. Seniors have the option to defer their property taxes for up to 10 years at a time. The program pays up to the full amount of the property taxes on a senior’s behalf and the senior homeowner repays the loan including the interest when the home is sold or sooner if they choose. This program is not income-based.
Eligibility Requirements
Must be 65 years of age or older
Be a Canadian Citizen
Lived in Alberta for 3 months
Owner of a residential property registered in a Land Titles Office
For more information call the Alberta Support Contact Centre for assistance.
Hours of Operation (Fall/Winter)
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Hours of Operation (Spring/Summer)
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Represents all Seniors of Alberta and advocates on issues that may be affecting their quality of life.
Priorities include monitoring and responding to such issues as; financial concerns, continuing care, public pensions, and home care delivery.
By contacting 1-800-622-6232 a representative will offer quick and easy access to all Government of Canada services.
Visit the Fort McMurray office for any assistance with government forms, passport applications, and telephone interpretation.
Important Phone Numbers:
Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security:
1-800-277-9914
Record of Employment:
1-800-367-5693
Telephone Information Service for Employment Insurance:
1-800-206-7218
Employment Insurance Telephone Reporting Service:
1-800-531-7555
Hours of Operation
Downtown Branch Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday and Holidays: Closed
Timberlea Branch Hours:
Monday + Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Sunday and Holidays: Closed
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Seniors 60+ are eligible for a no-fee banking plan with unlimited transactions. Contact Claudette Kadi at the Downtown location for any questions about appointing a financial power of attorney, estate planning, or any benefits Seniors will receive by becoming a Servus Credit Union client. |
Call for promotional offers.
Contact Person:
Downtown: Mervyn Dube
Timberlea: Christopher White
Thickwood: Tizy Joseph
On the last Thursday of each month seniors 65+ are eligible for a 20% discount on Seniors Day. Discount applies to all regular-priced merchandise, excludes prescriptions and gift cards. (must have a Shoppers Optimum card)
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Available to seniors in the community aged 65+. Student and community volunteers will shovel personal driveways and sidewalks. Priority will be given to seniors with less social supports and resources available to them. If you are interested in joining the program, a service request can be filled out online or by contacting Melissa directly. Processing times typically take two to three weeks. |
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Some Other Solutions is a Crisis Prevention Centre that supports individuals who are experiencing stress, emotional distress, grief, loneliness, or suicidal thoughts. SOS will empower individuals of all ages and backgrounds to find the tools and resources needed. Information and Referral Program
Health and Wellness Program (Grief Support and Suicide Prevention): Provides presentations, information, one-on-one and group support to seniors dealing with crisis, loss, trauma, or “everyday” stress. |
Our Special Mobility Assistance Required Transportation (SMART Bus) service is available by appointment to seniors (65 years or older) and those with mobility issues that prevent or severely restrict their use of conventional bus service.
The SMART Bus travels to Anzac on Wednesdays and Janvier on Thursdays. There is a pick-up and drop-off once a day. You can book your trip by calling 780-743-7909. You may suggest the time.
All SMART buses are equipped with wheelchair lifts.
Booking Hours
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m
Hours of Operation
| Monday | 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 7:30 a.m. – 10 p.m. |
| Friday | 7:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. |
| Saturday, Sunday & stat holidays (limited service) |
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. |
Fares
| Cash fare (per ride) | $1.50 |
| 10 rides | $15.00 |
| 20 rides | $30.00 |
| One way to Anzac or Janvier | $10.00 |
Regular, group and special event passes can be purchased by calling 1-800-973-9663.
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For Outreach: Heather Landeen Kimberley MacDougall For Elder Abuse Information: Pam Burns For Senior Volunteer Program: Carla Cooper |
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Seniors Outreach Program: Outreach workers providing support to older adults 60+ in Fort McMurray through an assessment process and assistance with referrals to ensure all needs are being met to help you remain independent in your home and enhance your quality of life.
Volunteer Program: Community members are matched with local Seniors 65+ that may need assistance with things like grocery shopping, transportation to medical appointments, friendly visiting, or phone calls. If you are 65+ and would like a volunteer or if you are interested in volunteering contact Carla Cooper at 780-743-4370 Extension 6. |
Street Connect offers a wide range of services to homeless individuals. The team works to support the needs of the homeless population, to reduce the stigma and offer compassionate, empathetic and reliable care. The multidisciplinary team is comprised of a nurse practitioner, registered nurse, registered psychiatric nurse, social worker, Indigenous liaison, recovery worker and administrative support. The team’s mission is to provide a holistic approach which ensures we partner with individuals and support them to live more independently and reduce their risk of becoming seriously ill or help them manage chronic conditions. Primary care, mental health support, addictions support, sexual health education, self-harm reduction and pregnancy testing are among the services. For more information or to book and appointment, please call Street Connect at 780-788-1556.
Hours of Operation
Operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Services Offered
Senior 65+ receive $1 off their fare.
Mention the discount to dispatch when ordering your taxi and to the driver upon pickup.
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays: Closed
Susan Bottern offers assistance with Wills and any Estate Planning.
All those in the community 60+ are eligible to receive a 25% discount on all fees and services offered through Susan.
Contact Susan to arrange a consultation.
Contacts:
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Mary-Jean Quintal and Ingrid Jensen |
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Ingrid volunteers to complete income tax returns for Seniors aged 65+. This is a free service. Contact Mary-Jean to arrange an appointment. |
Charitable Registration #119161750RR0001
Donate today to support seniors in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.
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