Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # F.O.C.U.S. on Seniors A seniors' non-profit organization ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://focusonseniors.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Past Events](https://focusonseniors.ca/past-events/) - [March 2022 Calendar](https://focusonseniors.ca/march-2022-calendar/) - [February 2022 Calendar](https://focusonseniors.ca/february-2022-calendar/) - [Current Events](https://focusonseniors.ca/current-events/) - VOLUNTEERs NEEDED CAR RIDE SUPPORT - [Free Telus Spark visit](https://focusonseniors.ca/free-telus-spark-visit/) - TELUS SPARK COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS Ticket / Pass requirements Each pass allows 6 people; MUST include at least one senior (55 years and older). Children under 3 years do not require a ticket. Parking options There's a FREE Lot (city lot) at walking distance next to TELUS Spark. Or you can choose to pay 10$ to - [Past Events](https://focusonseniors.ca/past-events/) - CELEBERATING SENIORS' WEEK JUNE 7-10,2021 SENIORS' WEEK CELEBRATION JUNE 7-10,2021 EID MUBARAK MEAL SHARING May 16,2021 ACTIVITY PACKS FOR MOTHER'S / FATHER'S DAY MAY 2021 CELEBRATING VOLUNTEER NATIONAL WEEK April 18,2021 MEALS OF LOVE PANTRY PROGRAM APRIL-MAY 2021 FESTIVAL OF SPRING MARCH 2021 SENIOR SUPPORT DECEMBER-MARCH 2021 WARM UP WITH COZY BAG DECEMBER 2020 CELEBRATION ## Pages - [Home](https://focusonseniors.ca/) - Donate AND BRING A SMILE ON A SENIORS FACE DONATE F- Fostering FRIENDSHIPS to promote social connections. O- Developing OPPORTUNITIES for personal growth and continual learning. C- Encouraging COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT through volunteering and developing leadership skills. U- Promoting UNITY by embracing diversity and inclusion. S- Creating SYNERGY through collaborations and partnerships to expedite our organizational - [Gallery](https://focusonseniors.ca/gallery/) - [Current Events](https://focusonseniors.ca/current-events/) - current events Free Clothing Giveaway Saturday 21st February 2026 Location: 160 Castleridge blvd NE Time 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Indigenous Awareness day trip Wednesday 26th November 2025 Location: Genesis Centre Bus Boarding Time: 8:30 am Departing 9:00 am and Return 5:30 pm Free English and Numeral Literacy Class Every Monday & - [YEAR AT A GLANCE- 2025](https://focusonseniors.ca/year-at-a-glance-2024-5/) - [Monthly Calendar](https://focusonseniors.ca/monthly-calendar/) - July 2023 Calendar May Calendar 2023 - [Fauzia Khedri](https://focusonseniors.ca/fauzia-khedri/) - Fauzia Khedri PROGRAM MANAGER Originally from: Afghanistan How long in Canada?I arrived in Quebec, Canada as refugee via Pakistan in the year 2000. I completed my high school and postsecondary education in Quebec. Hobbies and passionsPhotography, Drawing, reading, gardening, sewing, knitting, making flower arrangements, singing, cooking Why Volunteer for FOS?F.O.C.U.S. on Seniors is one of the - [Contact Us](https://focusonseniors.ca/contact-us/) - Contact Us We Would Love to Hear from You Please use the form for any questions you may have concerning our programs or any other inquiries you may have about F.O.C.U.S. on Seniors. Contact (403) 816-8145 focusonseniors@hotmail.com Keep In Touch Facebook-f Instagram Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * Email - [About Us](https://focusonseniors.ca/about-us/) - About Us Vision and Mission F.O.C.U.S on Seniors (FOS) is a grassroots organization supporting Seniors 50+ in areas of social, educational, recreational and cross cultural activities. It was founded in 2007. Our mission/purpose is to enhance the quality of life of seniors by inspiring, supporting and integrating older adults and engaging them in a holistic - [Become a member](https://focusonseniors.ca/become-a-member/) - Become a Member ($30 for 2 years) Our membership has reached it's quota No NEW MEMBERships Congratulations and Welcome to F.O.C.U.S on Seniors. Javascript is disabled Javascript is disabled on your browser. Please enable it in order to use this form. Loading First Name* First Name Last Name* Last Name New Member?* Yes No - [Celebrating our Unsung Heroes](https://focusonseniors.ca/become-a-volunteer/national-volunteer-week-april-16-22-2023-celebrating-our-unsung-heroes/) - April is National Volunteer Month (with volunteer appreciation week 2023 happening from April 16-22) and to recognize the contributions and dedication of these unsung heroes, communities across the globe celebrate them - [Partners and Donors](https://focusonseniors.ca/partners-and-donors/) - Partners and Donors City of Calgary Neighborhood Services Calgary Seniors Resource Society Indegenious Friendship Centre Genesis Centre Calgary Catholic Immigrant Services Trellis for Growth Asian Heritage Foundation 1000 messages Alberta Network for Immigrant women(ANIW) Action Dignity Making Changes Calgary Public Library Esthetic Institute YMCA Saddletown ECSSEN Career School Leftovers Food Rescue Program North of McKnight - [Donate](https://focusonseniors.ca/donate/) - Donate Thank you for your generosity To donate please mail cheque to: Disclaimer:No Tax Receipt will be provided F.O.C.U.S on Seniors138 Coral Shores Cape NECalgary AB T3J 3T8Phone: 403-630-7689 Disclaimer:No Tax Receipt will be provided Partners and Donors - [What We Do](https://focusonseniors.ca/what-we-do/) - What We Do F.o.c.u.s on Seniors stands for F.riendshipO.pportunitiesC.ommunity InvolvementU.nityS.ynergy We provide a variety of opportunities, educational programs, social events, and fun activities for seniors in the community to enjoy and be a part of. Our program primarily helps seniors living in NE Calgary. However our programs are open to all seniors. We serve immigrant - [Rossbina Nathoo](https://focusonseniors.ca/rossbina-nathoo/) - Rossbina Nathoo PRESIDENT/CEO Originally from: Uganda, East Africa How long in Canada?I arrived Canada at 16yrs old as a Refugee from Uganda during the Idi Amin/Asian crisis. October 1972 is now 49 yrs ago !! Hobbies and passionsTravel, Volunteering and Continual learning. Why Volunteer for FOS?I have a deep desire reciprocate KINDNESS & GENEROSITY shown - [Sal Nanji](https://focusonseniors.ca/sal-nanji/) - Sal Nanji ADMIN sUPPORT Originally from: Nairobi, Kenya. Hobbies and passions walking, fishing, sewing Why Volunteer for FOS? Volunteer work has the power to change lives and positively affect your health and well-being. The benefits of volunteering go far beyond altruism – A chance to pay forward. - [Become a Volunteer](https://focusonseniors.ca/become-a-volunteer/) - Become a Volunteer Would you like to volunteer? To apply please fill out the form below. Allow 48 hours for us to answer. Thanks for your inquiry! Javascript is disabled Javascript is disabled on your browser. Please enable it in order to use this form. Loading General Information First Name* First Name Last Name* Last - [Browse Submissions](https://focusonseniors.ca/browse-submissions/) - Javascript is disabledJavascript is disabled on your browser. Please enable it in order to use this form. Loading You need to login in order to view your submissions. Username Password Remember Me Login Forgot Password - [Submission Confirmed](https://focusonseniors.ca/submission-confirmed/) - Track Code Submit - [October 2021](https://focusonseniors.ca/october21/) - Shawl packing by Syed Shawl packing by Syed Arshdeep welcoming and on boarding TIES student to include filling out forms followed by orientation of organization Rafeeq Our enterprising Youth volunteer making Nankhatai for Diwali treats Meal of Love. Rafeeq Our enterprising Youth volunteer making Nankhatai for Diwali treats Meal of Love. Rafeeq Our enterprising Youth - [November 21](https://focusonseniors.ca/november21/) - For Kindness Bomb Handmade with Love by Malek Kanji Basic Computer class photos for Seniors Basic Computer class photos for Seniors Blankets knitted Jeannie Blankets knitted Jeannie Blankets knitted Jeannie - [Gallery](https://focusonseniors.ca/gallery-2/) - Gallery Year 2021 December Photos November Photos OCTOBER Photos September Photos August Photos july Photos JUne Photos may Photos April Photos March Photos February Photos January Photos Year 2020 - [September 2021](https://focusonseniors.ca/september21/) - Rossbina wearing Orange to show support Suzanne & Shirley of Trellis taking interest in activity booklet published by F.O.C.U.S on Seniors - [Azeem Khoja](https://focusonseniors.ca/azeem-khoja/) - Azeem Khoja PROJECT MANAGER (BE KIND) Originally from: Mumbai, India How long in Canada?I immigrated to Calgary in August 2019 and immediately secured my position with the Calgary Bridge & Youth Foundations after school program. Hobbies and passionsSports, Business Entrepreneurship and Being a Father Why Volunteer for FOS?I come with multiple skill sets around Personal Development - [Shenila Shallwani](https://focusonseniors.ca/shenila-shallwani/) - Shenila Shallwani FINANCE MANAGER Originally from: Karachi, Pakistan How long in Canada?I arrived in Calgary in February 2016 from Pakistan to seek settlement opportunities. Hobbies and passionsPoetry, Reading Why Volunteer for FOS?As a CPA-Canada ,U.K. CCA graduate in Accounting with Masters in Economics and accolades received in Singapore and Malaysia (B.Sc. Hons), I bring multi faceted - [Yasmin Nensi](https://focusonseniors.ca/yasmin-nensi/) - Yasmin Nensi ADMIN MANAGER Originally from: Tanzania, East Africa How long in Canada?I arrived in Canada, Calgary on October 2019 Hobbies and passionsPhotography, Travelling, Volunteering and creative writing Why Volunteer for FOS?Volunteering gives me a chance to be the voice for people and take an action and create change. An act of kindness and desire to - [Nizar Bhaloo](https://focusonseniors.ca/nizar-bhaloo/) - Nizar Bhaloo ADMIN MANAGER Originally from: Tanzania, East Africa How long in Canada?I came to Canada from London, England where I lived for approx. 15 years. Hobbies and passionsSoccer, cricket and volleyball, volunteering and reading. Why Volunteer for FOS?I want to contribute back to Canada for welcoming me and my family and for showing us generosity, - [BOARD OF DIRECTORS](https://focusonseniors.ca/board-of-directors/) - BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIRMumtaz Ebrahim VICE CHAIRDiamond Lalani DIRECTORRaghav Rahul DIRECTORShafique Kanji DIRECTORTasneem Shivji DIRECTORNitin Aggarwal - [Privacy Policy](https://focusonseniors.ca/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy If you require any more information or have any questions about our privacy policy, please feel free to contact us by email at info@FocusOnSeniors.ca. At FocusOnSeniors.ca, the privacy of our visitors is of extreme importance to us. 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