Business & Conference Partner Directory

Access Abilities, an authorized vendor of the Ministry of Health Assistive Devices Funding Program (ADP) is proudly owned and operated by an independent Canadian family. We provide sales, service and rentals of Home Health Care products designed to enhance the quality of life, increase mobility and provide a safe and accessible environment. We will go just about wherever we are needed to perform a repair and also provide in-home maintenance and installation services.

When you purchase from us, you not only purchase a product to improve your quality of life, you also receive our commitment to provide you with the service you may need long after the sale.

Discount to OACAO members: 10% discount on products. (Does not include service or products that are funded by an agency.)

To learn more about us, please visit www.accessabilities.ca

549 Bronte Rd, Oakville (905-825-5335)

154 Norseman St, Toronto (416-237-9654)

M-F 9am–5pm

Sat 10am–2pm (Oakville),10am-1pm (Toronto)

Like us on Facebook @accessabilitiesstore, Follow us on Instagram abilitiesaccess and Twitter @abilitiesaccess

Amica is Canada’s leading provider of premium, private-pay retirement residences for seniors who want more out of life. Since 1996, we’ve been empowering seniors to live with optimism and peace of mind by combining excellent service and amenities with the best senior care. Amica offers independent living, assisted living and memory care lifestyle options. You’ll find more than 30 Amica senior living locations in the finest neighbourhoods in British Columbia and Ontario, and we continue to expand in select markets. We don’t aspire to be the largest retirement living owner-operator in Canada — we aspire to be the best.

Incentive to OACAO members: Complimentary lunch with tour.

Contact our Support Office at: Tel: 416-487-2020 or Toll Free: 1-888-264-2299 or visit amica.ca.

Alliance Program

First established in 1947, the Company is now comprised of 41 cemeteries, 27 crematoria & over 90 funeral homes across Canada. Our cemetery properties range in size from approximately 25 to 200 acres and are staffed by permanent maintenance, administrative and sales personnel. The highly-trained professionals at our funeral homes are experts at providing personalized support and customized services and events for small and large gatherings.

The funeral homes and cemeteries of Arbor Memorial Inc., have been developed to provide for the specific needs of many ethnic and religious groups in Canada and are recognized as important contributing members within their respective communities.

4% discount on cemetery lots, niches, and other interment rights (excluding above-ground crypts), a 5% savings on all other funeral and cemetery products and services for arrangements made at the time of death, and a 10% discount on all other funeral and cemetery products and services for arrangements made in advance.

For more information about Arbor Memorial Inc., and to find an Arbor Memorial location nearest you, visit www.arbormemorial.ca or call 1-877-301-8066.

The Brock Functional Inclusive Training (Bfit) Centre provides exercise programming to promote health and prevent disease while enhancing quality of life in adults 55+ and individuals with chronic health conditions. Our in-person programs at the Bfit Centre in Thorold, ON, support the health and wellbeing in older adults, cardiac patients, and individuals with spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and amputees. Members receive an individualized exercise program tailored to their health history, needs, and goals. Each program will target key areas of fitness such as strength, balance, cardiovascular health, and flexibility. In addition, members have unlimited access to group fitness classes offered by Bfit instructors at the Centre. Classes may include cardio and core training, stretching, boxing, yoga, balance training, and more!

SeniorFit Online is our virtual exercise program for adults 55+ and offers a variety of class formats, such as cardio and core training, full body strengthening, core and balance, and yoga. Each class is designed and led by a trained instructor and targets functional movements used in everyday life. Little to no equipment is required. Group classes allow for social interaction from the convenience of your own home. Exercises can be modified to accommodate a variety of health backgrounds and injuries, making this program suitable for anyone who is new to exercise or looking for a new fitness challenge! Online participants receive unlimited access to the live instructor-led classes on Zoom, in addition to a library of pre-recorded classes that may be accessed at any time.

For in-person program inquiries, contact: Ally Fast, afast@brocku.ca, 905-688-5550×5585

For virtual program inquiries, contact Mackenzie Regnerus, mregnerus@brocku.ca, 905-688-5550×5589

More information about all programming can be found at Brock Functional Inclusive Training Centre (brocku.ca)

At Canada’s National Ballet School (NBS), we know that when we bring dance into our lives we are healthier, happier and more socially connected within our communities.

Since NBS’ founding in 1959, our  pursuit of programming excellence constantly revealed the life-changing impacts of dance. This is what drives the School’s commitment to translate this expertise and history of achievement in dance education into a range of programs that improve health and quality-of-life for people of all ages, abilities and aspirations.

NBS Kids: Comprehensive tools and programs to help kids be healthy, active and engaged in community settings and in the classroom.

NBS Older Adults: With standing and seated options, these accessible dance classes are professionally-led and designed to support physical, cognitive and overall health. Both in-person and online programming is available, reaching older adults across Canada.

NBS Sharing Dance Choreography: Each year, NBS commissions a Canadian artist to develop a piece of choreography that embodies a thoughtful theme. With free step-by-step instructional videos, Canadians from coast-to-coast-to-coast can celebrate the joy of movement.

Discover more at: www.nbs-enb.ca/lozinski-centre

Tel: 416-964-3780 or Toll-free: 1-800-387-0785

Canadian Hearing Services is the country’s leading provider of professional programs, services and products that enable Deaf and hard of hearing Canadians to overcome barriers to participation. It is the largest organization of its kind in North America and the only of its kind to hold the prestigious designation of Accreditation with Exemplary Standing from Accreditation Canada.

Building on its 84-year history following a remarkable and ambitious transformation, Canadian Hearing Services has become a modern, progressive, and professional organization well-positioned for growth, and fully executing growth strategies both nationally and internationally. With multiple locations and hundreds of employees, we offer a complete roster of end-to-end essential and leading edge clinical and social services, as well as Canada’s most robust and expansive digital provider of hearing health related products and services.

1-866-518-0000 or www.chs.ca

Facebook handle: @canadianhearingservices

Twitter handle: @cdnhearing

Instagram handle: canadianhearingservices

As the owner and operator of over 180 retirement and long term care residences, Chartwell Retirement Residences is the largest participant in seniors living in Canada. Our shared mission is to provide a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life experience for seniors, to provide peace of mind for our residents’ loved ones and to attract and retain employees who care about making a difference. Chartwell offers employees an engaging and fulfilling work environment, where individual efforts and contribution are recognized, valued and rewarded. At Chartwell, our employees are the greatest ambassadors of our vision of “Making People’s Lives Better.”

www.chartwell.com or 1-855-461-0685

With coast-to-coast coverage, online services and pioneering technology, HearCANADA is on a mission to make hearing care simpler and more accessible than ever before, setting a new standard in modern hearing care. Drawing on the expertise and aftercare services of our hearing care professionals, we are helping more people take charge of their hearing health, making wonderful sound part of their everyday life. Find out more about us at www.hearcanada.com.

Upgrade from advanced to premium technology for only $150.

1-866-432-7226

HearingLife is Canada’s largest network of hearing centres with over 350 locations across the country.

Our team of hearing care professionals are highly specialized and dedicated in both heart and mind to helping more people hear better and love their ears. HearingLife’s state-of-the-art hearing solutions can be adjusted and personalised to suit the needs and lifestyle unique to you.

Keep hearing and being you! Book your FREE hearing test today (no referral required).

Visit www.hearinglife.ca or contact us at 1-888-514-9515

At Heart to Home Meals, we believe life should get easier as you age. That’s why we’ve created a service with your lifestyle, tastes and nutrition in mind. Order online or by phone and one of our friendly, trusted members of our delivery team will deliver your meals straight to your door.

And when it comes to nutrition, our team of experts work tirelessly to ensure we’re always providing the best to our customers. Andrea, our Consultant Dietitian, has worked closely with our chefs to develop delicious meals that help support the nutritional needs of seniors. Our menu includes a wide variety of entrées including beef, chicken, pork, fish, vegetarian and breakfast options. We have several soups to start, and tempting desserts to satisfy your sweet tooth. Our diet coding system was created to help you choose the meals that meet your dietary needs for high protein, low carbohydrates and/or saturated fat, low sodium, high fibre, vegetarian, and/or no added sugar.

With over 200 menu items to choose from, seniors have many tempting selections to enjoy. When you’re hungry, just pop them straight into your oven or microwave – no shopping, no chopping, no clean-up! There is no tax on most of our meals, no contracts, no subscriptions, and in many cases, there is no minimum order and delivery is FREE!

We’re sure you will find lots to tempt you in our catalogue. Visit our website www.HearttoHomeMeals.ca or call 1-888-777-2219 to order one today!

Insuranceland provides expert insurance advice and with over 40 years in business, we strive to exceed our customer’s expectations! Our slogan “Our Family, Protecting Your Family” is the key to our business, as we work for our customers by finding them the best insurance protection at the lowest price possible. Call us to find out more about the great savings offered to you, as an OACAO member. Discounts to OACAO members: 15% off on Home Insurance and 10% off on Auto Insurance.

www.insuranceland.ca/oacao
905-238-0668 x 2337
1-800-243-9379 x 2337

Social media

Instagram: @insurancelandinc

Facebook: Insuranceland Inc

LinkedIn: Insuranceland Inc

For often less than the cost of purchasing insurance for multiple trips separately, you can enjoy an unlimited number of trips during the policy year. You’ll always be prepared.

With MEDOC®, you’ll receive:

• Emergency medical coverage
• Trip cancellation, interruption, and delay coverage³
• Baggage protection
• And much more!

Give Johnson a call at 1-866-606-3362 or visit Johnson.ca/MEDOC to get a quote and finalize your coverage.

We’ve teamed up with belairdirect to score special deals on insurance that’s tailored just for you. belairdirect helps simplify insurance for you, to make your life easier. You’ll also enjoy enhanced home coverage and the option for great car insurance add-ons with their Affinity Plus endorsement. Plus, a suite of helpful digital tools that make managing your insurance a breeze!

Get your quote today with group ID code 04

Visit belairdirect.com/healthcare or call 1-833-887-4626

Installed in over 2000 Senior Centers across the US and Canada, the MySeniorCenter system is changing the way senior centers do business.  With its touchscreen-based registration, easy reporting and activity management, MySeniorCenter puts everything you need right at your fingertips.

Contact: Chris Hamilton
chris@myseniorcenter.com
1-866-739-9745
www.myseniorcenter.com

OASSIS is different than other Group Benefit Providers.  We are the Plan Sponsor for hundreds of Not-for-Profits, we handle your due diligence and deal with the insurance companies for you.  We have been doing so since 1990.

OASSIS is ­not a for-profit broker; we are not-for-profit like you, which allows us to focus our energy on serving our clients.  Any profits are owned by and are used to benefit our members.  Our member organizations are pooled together to spread risk resulting in stable rates year to year.  Brokers do not invite us to quote as we do not pay their commissions or fees.

Moving your Group Benefits Plan to OASSIS is simple and we do most of the work for you.  In most cases we can mirror your current plan and make the transition seamless for your employees.

OACAO member centres are eligible to enroll in one of six comprehensive packaged plans for non-profit organizations with 1 to 50 employees; or in a complete customized benefit plan for organizations with 20 or more employees. OASSIS also offers individual Health and Dental Insurance for retirees.

www.oassisplan.com or call toll-free 1-888-233-5580

Parkland is a division of Shannex RLC Limited, a family-owned company with Maritime roots. Parkland Lifestyle Residences has been serving residents for over 35 years. With retirement communities in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario. Parkland’s accommodations offer a full continuum of retirement lifestyle options for seniors. As your needs change, your style of living doesn’t have to. You will have peace of mind knowing that additional services and care are available, should you ever need it. Whether you are looking for a premium apartment with access to services and amenities, or you require access to supportive care, you can live life comfortably knowing that additional services, friendly staff and professional care are always nearby.

With four locations in Ontario: Parkland on the Glen (Mississauga), Parkland on Eglinton West (Etobicoke), Parkland Ajax (Durham region) and Parkland Ancaster (opening Fall 2024); visit Parkland and experience exceptional.

Call 1- 877-742-6639 or visit experienceparkland.com to learn more.

The Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA) is a not-for-profit organization mandated by the Ontario Government to administer the Retirement Homes Act, 2010.

RHRA’s mission is to work collaboratively to protect Ontario retirement home residents through effective right-touch regulation. Our vision is to have seniors live with dignity, choice and confidence in licensed retirement homes.

rhra.ca | 1-855-ASK-RHRA (1-855-275-7472)

Rogers Communications, a leading telecommunications and media company, is thrilled to announce its exciting partnership with the Older Adults Centres Association of Ontario (OACAO). This collaboration brings together two influential organizations dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults throughout the province.

Drawing upon its extensive experience in providing cutting-edge communication services, Rogers aims to empower older adults by connecting them to the digital world. As technology continues to advance rapidly, this partnership recognizes the importance of ensuring seniors have access to the tools and resources necessary to thrive in the digital age.

Through this collaboration, Rogers and OACAO will work hand in hand to bridge the digital divide that exists among older adults. Members of the OACAO will also have access to exclusive pricing and promotions on their wireless and residential services.

OACAO members save up to $30.00 per month on select Rogers Infinite plans To learn more about this benefit  and the available offers, visit www.primewireless.ca/OACAO or contact your dedicated representative Kizzy Hartling at 519-771-7489.

Senior Women Living Together is a non-profit organization that helps single, senior women in Ontario find compatible homemates to live together in rental housing.

Once senior women are living together and sharing expenses, their costs for housing drop considerably. As well, they are no longer socially isolated or at risk of loneliness. Shared living has been proven to foster a sense of general well-being and can prevent or delay the onset of functional decline, dementia and depression.

Our online service provides a learning experience, tools and guidance to find compatible homemates and opportunities to create friendships with potential homemates.

We believe that affordable, safe and secure housing is a human right. So, we also help arrange affordable rentals through partnering with private landlords, a real estate investor and non-profit housing organizations.

www.swlt.ca

Transitions Realty is a team of downsizing experts and Realtors® that simplifies the home downsizing process. We are the only real estate brokerage in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) that’s dedicated to downsizing for people aged 50 and over.

Downsizing at this stage of life can be emotional and challenging. We provide older adults with a Full-Service Package including the following:

·        We declutter their stuff,

·        We sell their house, AND

·        We help them move to the right new home where they can age in place

Whether our clients are moving into a smaller home or transitioning into a retirement community, Transitions Realty will make their downsizing stress-free and easy, from start to finish.

“You’re not a transaction, You’re making a Transition!”

Free handyman services* when you sell your home with us. * Conditions apply.

Phone: 647-948-7415

Website: https://downsizingexperts.ca/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TransitionsRealtyInc

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/transitions-realty-inc-brokerage/