The Kanata Seniors’ Centre offers a wide range of recreation programs for adults aged 50 and over. Access to our services is through membership or program registration.
We are located at the rear of the John Mlacak Centre, which also includes an ice surface, Beaverbrook Library and the Kanata Civic Art Gallery. There is a convenient drop-off spot directly in front of the main entrance and parking lot to the side.
Schedule change
- Monday, June 29 to Sunday, July 5
- The facility is closed.
Hours
Drop-in activities
The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change. Holiday hours and programs may vary.
Reservations not required.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duplicate bridge | n/a | n/a | 12:15 - 3:15 pm | n/a | n/a |
| Snooker/billiards | 8:45 am - 3:45 pm | 8:45 am - 3:45 pm | 8:45 am - 3:45 pm | 8:45 am - 3:45 pm | 8:45 am - 3:45 pm |
| Mah Jong | 9:30 - 11:30 am | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fun bridge | 1 - 3:30 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Instructional bridge | n/a | 9 - 11 am | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Crafts | n/a | 1 - 3 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Discussion group | n/a | n/a | 9:30 - 11 am | n/a | n/a |
| Chess | n/a | n/a | 9:30 - 11 am | n/a | n/a |
| Scrabble | n/a | n/a | 9:30 - 11 am | n/a | n/a |
| Canasta | n/a | 1 - 3 pm | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Cribbage | n/a | n/a | n/a | 10 am - noon | n/a |
| Dominoes | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 9:30 am - noon |
| Euchre | 12:30 - 3 pm | n/a | n/a | 1 - 3 pm | n/a |
| Geriatric Jazz Band | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | 1 - 3 pm |
| Walking club | n/a | n/a | n/a | 9 -10:30 am | n/a |
Registered programs
Registered programs are structured activities that run weekly or seasonally. You must sign up in advance to participate. Examples include swimming lessons, dance or music classes and summer camps.
Check out the registered programs offered at this facility.
Details about registration, including program types, dates, payment, cancellation, terms and conditions, can be viewed at Register for courses and camps.
Seniors Centre membership pass
Our seniors' centres offer vibrant and inclusive gathering places for adults aged 50 and over. The Seniors' Centre membership pass can be used at the four City-operated facilities listed below and gives access to the older adult drop-ins, such as social games, book clubs, discussion groups and music groups. This cost-saving option is available to people aged 50+ and is valid for one year after purchase.
Fees - 2026
Fees shown do not include HST. Applicable taxes will be added during the payment process.
- Annual membership: $29.18
- Drop-in fee: $2.20 (per visit)
Locations
- Churchill Seniors Centre, 345 Richmond Road
- Heron Seniors Centre, 1480 Heron Road
- Kanata Seniors Centre, 2500 Campeau Drive
- Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre, 1701 Woodroffe Avenue
Enquire about availability and/or reserve a space with this facility.
The City of Ottawa has hundreds of indoor and outdoor spaces suitable for special events, meetings, sports, and gatherings of all kinds. Find out more.
The centre includes:
- Lounge with fireplace
- Boardroom
- Program room
- Computers
- Games room
- Coffee shop
- Multi-purpose halls
Amenities and features
- On site parking
- Public computers
Accessibility features
- Entrance/Exit
- Interior
- Parking
- Signage
- Washrooms