SingWell maintains a Canada-wide database of group singing programs and choirs that serve our focus populations: aging adults, newcomers, people with communication challenges, and others who can benefit from group singing’s impacts on wellbeing!
This map serves as a resource for people to access opportunities for group singing in their community.
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WHERE: 90 John West Way, Aurora, ON
FEE: $1/session
CONTACT: asa@auroraseniors.ca | 905-726-4767 | https://www.auroraseniors.ca/calendar/
MORE INFO: Singing group for aging adults 55 years of age and above.
WHERE: Online
FEE: None
CONTACT: brain.wellness@ubc.ca | https://www.bcbrainwellness.ca/summer-2024-details
MORE INFO: For aging adults or those with Parkinson’s, Aphasia, or Dementia
WHEN: Wednesdays at 1:30pm
WHERE: 47 Kings Road, Carman, MB
FEE: $50/season, membership required.
CONTACT: carmanalc@gmail.com | 204-745-2356 | https://activelivingcentrecarman.ca
WHEN: Mondays 1-3pm
WHERE: Caledon Seniors Centre, 7 Rotarian Way, Bolton, ON
FEE: $4 drop-in fee
CONTACT: caledonsenior@rogers.com | 905-951-6114 | https://caledonseniors.ca/programs-activities/
WHEN: Mondays 3-5pm (changes per semester)
WHERE: Toronto Metropolitan University, 350 Victoria St, Toronto, ON M5B 2K3
FEE: $200/term
CONTACT: https://continuing.torontomu.ca/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=27143
MORE INFO: A fun and lively group who meet for weekly rehearsals that are filled with singing, learning, and socializing. A mix of trained and novice voices, this group has one thing in common: they love to sing and want to do more of it! New members are always welcome, and each term concludes with a public singing performance.
WHEN: Thursdays 1-2:30pm
WHERE: Dartmouth Seniors Service Centre, 45 Ochterloney Street, Dartmouth, NS
FEE: Free for members ($23/year)
CONTACT: assistant@dartmouthseniors.ca | 902-465-5578 | https://www.dartmouthseniors.ca/events-schedule
MORE INFO: Instructor: Marion Reid. Participants must be 50 years of age and above to join.
WHEN: Varies
WHERE: Vancouver
FEE: Unknown
CONTACT: Valerie Weeks – vjweeks@telus.net | Morna Edmunsdon – mornaedmundson@telus.net | Cathy B – cathybayley55@gmail.com
MORE INFO: A performance-based choir for older adults
SINGWELL-AFFILIATED
WHERE: 90 John West Way, Aurora, ON
FEE: $50/year
CONTACT: asa@auroraseniors.ca | 905-726-4767 | https://www.auroraseniors.ca/calendar/
MORE INFO: Choir for aging adults 55 years of age and above. *Registration to the Aurora Seniors Association required for participation
WHEN: Mondays 6:30-8:30
WHERE: Multipurpose Room, Wallaceburg Adult Activity Centre, 205 James Street, Wallaceburg
FEE: $2 fee to sing, spectators are free
CONTACT: wallaceburgaac@gmail.com | 519-627-6224 |
https://wallaceburgadultactivitycentre.ca/activities-programs/creative-endeavours/musical-activities/
MORE INFO: Instructors: Gary Park and Cindy Deschenes
WHEN: Thursdays 12:30-1:45pm
WHERE: Active Lifestyle Centre, 20 Merritt Avenue, Chatham
FEE: $5 for non-members, $3 for members
CONTACT: office@alcchatham.ca | https://alc-ck.com/calendar/
MORE INFO: This group is a very relaxed setting and does not require any previous singing skills.
WHEN: Wednesdays 1-2pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: Free programming through the BC Brain Wellness Program
CONTACT: Contact: joanibye@shaw.ca
MORE INFO: For aging adults and their care partners
WHEN: Wednesdays 1:30-3pm
WHERE: St.Thomas Senior’s Centre, 225 Chestnut Street, St Thomas ON
FEE: Daily program pass $6, or monthly membership $30
CONTACT: info@stthomasseniorscentre.com | (519) 633-2850 | https://stthomasseniorscentre.com/contact/
MORE INFO: Programs are open to anyone ages 50+
WHEN: Thursdays 9:30-11:30am
WHERE: Stepping Stone Senior Centre, 15 Saunders Street, Fredericton NB
FEE: Free for members
CONTACT: steppingstoneseniorcentre@rogers.com | 506-450-7849 | https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com/artstheatreandmusic.html
MORE INFO: This is a group of members who love to sing and socialize together at least once a week. We do not provide supervision or any medical personnel, so people who require assistance are asked to be accompanied by a companion.
WHEN: Thursdays 9:30-11am
WHERE: Syme 55+ Centre, 33 Pritchard Ave, Toronto
FEE: Annual membership $35.00 required plus quarterly registration fees.
CONTACT: syme55@syme55.com | 416-766-0388 | http://syme55.com/clubsclasses/
MORE INFO: Individuals must be members of the Centre to register.
WHEN: Fridays 9:30am
WHERE: Seaway Seniors Citizen Club, 506 Pitt Street, Cornwall, ON
FEE: $3 for members, $5 for non-members
CONTACT: seawayseniorsinfo@gmail.com | 613-932-4969 | https://seawayseniors.ca/activities/
MORE INFO: Under the direction of Steven Ellam, “Steve E and the Pacemakers” are striving to entertain and encourage our seniors through song and music! This group does many performances in our community – entertaining local retirement residences. Instructor: Steven Ellam.
WHEN: Tuesdays 9:30-11:30am
WHERE: 45 Hardy Avenue, Tillsonburg, ON
FEE: $45 for members, $60 for non-members per 10-15 week term
CONTACT: programs@tillsonburgseniorcentre.com | 519-688-2520 | https://www.tillsonburgseniorcentre.com
WHEN: Thursdays 3:15-4:30pm
WHERE: Stepping Stone Senior Centre, 15 Saunders Street, Fredericton NB
FEE: Free for members
CONTACT: steppingstoneseniorcentre@rogers.com | 506-450-7849 | https://www.steppingstoneseniorcentre.com/artstheatreandmusic.html
MORE INFO: A fun-loving group of harmonica, ukulele, banjo, piano and guitar players with a bunch of singers. Not only do we entertain ourselves but we also go out into the community to entertain seniors.
WHEN: Tuesdays 10:30am-12pm
WHERE: The Good Companions Seniors Centre, 670 Albert Street, Ottawa, ON
FEE: $7.00 per member for the fall and winter session.
*There is no fee for the spring session as it is a shorter time period.
*Membership required.
CONTACT: info@thegoodcompanions.ca | (613) 236-0428 | https://thegoodcompanions.ca/programs-services/
MORE INFO: Instructor: Gloria Jean N.
WHEN: Mondays, 12:30pm
WHERE: St Thomas Senior’s Centre, 225 Chestnut Street, St Thomas ON
FEE: Daily program pass $6, or monthly membership $30
CONTACT: info@stthomasseniorscentre.com | (519) 633-2850 | https://stthomasseniorscentre.com/contact/
MORE INFO: Programs are open to anyone ages 50+
WHEN: Mondays, 3-4pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: Free programming through the BC Brain Wellness Program
CONTACT: czfriesen@gmail.com
MORE INFO: For aging adults, people with aphasia, dementia, or Parkinson’s, and their care partners
SINGWELL-AFFILIATED
WHEN: Fridays 1-3pm, September to May
WHERE: Westend Seniors Activity Centre, 9629 176 Street NW, Edmonton, AB
FEE: $10/month
CONTACT: Mikayla@weseniors.ca | (780) 483-1209 | https://weseniors.ca/whats_new/choir-westend-singers/
MORE INFO: Instructor: Tammy Farkes
WHEN: Thursdays 7-8:30pm
WHERE: Thorold Seniors Centre, 8 Carleton St. South, Thorold ON
FEE: Membership to the Thorold Seniors Centre
CONTACT: thoroldseniorscentre@gmail.com | 905-227-2161 | https://www.tc50plus.com/event-calendar
MORE INFO: No audition necessary; just a love of singing. We have a wonderful time and also sing at retirement and nursing homes in the area. Director: Gina Armstrong.
WHEN: Wednesdays 1-2pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: None
CONTACT: brain.wellness@ubc.ca | https://www.bcbrainwellness.ca/summer-2024-details
MORE INFO: For aging adults or those with Parkinson’s, Aphasia, or Dementia
WHEN: Thursdays, 10-11am (Jan 11th – Apr 4th)
WHERE: Online
FEE: $90/season, membership required.
CONTACT: information@cummingscentre.org | 514-343-3510 | https://cummingscentre.formtitan.com/ftproject/ft98ca8588d5c74dd3addc4f76b1a8c1ff/Product?ftlang=English&variable1=&productid=01tJQ000003Ub8UYAS
MORE INFO: Join a certified music therapist for this dynamic program to strengthen your voice and how you interact with it! This online singing program is designed for people living with vocal health issues, including, but not limited to Parkinson’s Disease, Post Stroke, MS, COPD, and other pulmonary issues.
WHEN: Thursdays, 10-11am (Jan 11th – Apr 4th)
WHERE: Online
FEE: $90/season, membership required.
CONTACT: information@cummingscentre.org | 514-343-3510 | https://cummingscentre.formtitan.com/ftproject/ft98ca8588d5c74dd3addc4f76b1a8c1ff/Product?ftlang=English&variable1=&productid=01tJQ000003Ub8UYAS
MORE INFO: Join a certified music therapist for this dynamic program to strengthen your voice and how you interact with it! This online singing program is designed for people living with vocal health issues, including, but not limited to Parkinson’s Disease, Post Stroke, MS, COPD, and other pulmonary issues.
WHEN: Wednesdays 1-2pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: None
CONTACT: brain.wellness@ubc.ca | https://www.bcbrainwellness.ca/summer-2024-details
MORE INFO: For aging adults or those with Parkinson’s, Aphasia, or Dementia
WHEN: Thursdays, 10-11am (Jan 11th – Apr 4th)
WHERE: Online
FEE: $90/season, membership required.
CONTACT: information@cummingscentre.org | 514-343-3510 | https://cummingscentre.formtitan.com/ftproject/ft98ca8588d5c74dd3addc4f76b1a8c1ff/Product?ftlang=English&variable1=&productid=01tJQ000003Ub8UYAS
MORE INFO: Join a certified music therapist for this dynamic program to strengthen your voice and how you interact with it! This online singing program is designed for people living with vocal health issues, including, but not limited to Parkinson’s Disease, Post Stroke, MS, COPD, and other pulmonary issues.
WHEN: Wednesdays 3:30-4:30pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: None
CONTACT: Zachary at zachary.levine@weizmann.ac.il, Sophia at werdenan@mcmaster.ca | https://parkinsons-chorus-hamilton.bravesites.com/
MORE INFO: Instructor: Sophia | The Hamilton Parkinson’s Chorus is a welcoming place for people to exercise speech and breathing muscles, experience music, and engage in a community. The Hamilton Parkinson’s Chorus operates in association with McMaster University, and is inspired by the Toronto Parkinson’s Choir, Singing with Parkinson’s. No musical experience is required, and membership is entirely free. Newcomers are welcome at all rehearsals – we will provide you with a virtual music binder to follow along during rehearsal. Sing up to the newlsetter to join.
WHEN: Fridays, 1:30pm
WHERE: 136 Crosbie Road, Suite 305, St. John’s + Online
FEE: None
CONTACT: 709-754-4428 | parkinsonsocietynl@outlook.com | https://www.facebook.com/groups/PSNLMT
MORE INFO: We offer weekly music therapy sessions with a registered music therapist! Instructor: Renee White
WHEN: Fridays, 10-11am
WHERE: 202-2680 Blanshard Street, Victoria, BC
FEE: None
CONTACT: info@parkinsonwellness.ca | 250-360-6800
MORE INFO: Anyone who is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease or a Parkinsonism is welcome to take the class.
WHEN: Thursdays 11:30AM-12:30pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: None
CONTACT: info@parkinsonwellness.ca | 250-360-6800 | https://parkinsonwellness.ca/classes
MORE INFO: Anyone who is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease or a Parkinsonism is welcome to take the class.
WHEN: Mondays, 4pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: $12 / class
CONTACT: thehealthchoir@gmail.com
MORE INFO: The Parkinson’s Health Choir is a therapeutic singing class for individuals with Parkinson’s. The class meets weekly online through Zoom and all are welcome. Songs and breathing exercises aid in clarity of speech, respiratory strength and lifting the spirits through song. An exercise class for your voice! The class is lead by singing teacher and music therapist Antonia Pigot and is based on the research model from Colorado State University.
WHEN: Mondays 1-2pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: None
CONTACT: parkinsonenmouvement@gmail.com | charlotteellen@gmail.com | servicespml@parkinsonquebec.ca | (514) 868-0597 ext. 3 | Parkinsonmontreallaval.ca
MORE INFO: This group is open to individuals with Parkinson’s and their caregivers. Activity is free for members who have signed up. To sign up, please contact our offices by phone or email at the contact information provided above. Services are bilingual (French and English).
WHEN: Mondays 4-5pm
WHERE: Belgo Centre, 372 Rue Sainte-Catherine O, Montréal, QC
CONTACT: parkinsonenmouvement@gmail.com | charlotteellen@gmail.com | servicespml@parkinsonquebec.ca | (514) 868-0597 ext. 3 | Parkinsonmontreallaval.ca
MORE INFO: This group is open to individuals with Parkinson’s and their caregivers. Activity is free for members who have signed up. To sign up, please contact our offices by phone or email at the contact information provided above. Services are bilingual (French and English).
WHEN: Fridays 12:30-1:30pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: $264.00 ($22.00 / session)
CONTACT: sophia@signaturetherapy.ca | 1-519-897-7364 | https://psso.ca/programs-services/parkinsons-music-choir/
MORE INFO: The choir is a progressive 12-week singing program designed to enhance respiratory functions for individuals experiencing Parkinson’s Disease. During The Parkinson Choir, you will:
– Engage in a 12-week therapeutic program designed to help people with Parkinson’s sing and speak louder
– Participate in weekly sessions lasting for 1-hour
– Practice breathing and vocal exercises to improve vocal loudness and clarity while speaking
– Sing songs chosen by you and other group members
– Feel more confident with your voice in social situations
– Expect to have fun and connect with others
WHEN: Thursdays at 2pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: None
CONTACT: dustydora@sympatico.ca. | https://singingwithparkinsons.com/
MORE INFO: For individuals with Parkinson’s Disease, Conductor: Paula Wolfson, In partnership with Toronto Metropolitan Universitiy’s SMART Lab
SINGWELL-AFFILIATED
WHEN: Fridays 10-11:30am
WHERE: Online
FEE: None
CONTACT: info@parkinsonassociation.ca | 1-800-561-1911 (toll free) | https://parkinsonassociation.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2025-Program-Calendar-V02.pdf
MORE INFO: This weekly Zoom program gives you a chance to workout your vocal cords from the comfort of your own home! This program requires no singing skills or experience to participate. This Zoom drop-in program is open to everyone.
WHEN: Tuesdays 1-2pm
WHERE: 525 Beresford Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3L 1J4
FEE: None
CONTACT: info@uturnpd.org | jordana@uturnpd.org | https://uturnparkinsons.org/our-classes/#inperson
MORE INFO: A vocal exercise and singing class for individuals with Parkinson’s disease. Registration must be completed prior to attending. This can be done online on our website or in-person. If you’re coming in-person to complete your registration, please let us know ahead of time so we can have registration ready for you.
SINGWELL-AFFILIATED
WHEN: Mondays, 3-4pm
WHERE: Online
FEE: Free programming through the BC Brain Wellness Program
CONTACT: czfriesen@gmail.com
MORE INFO: For aging adults, people with aphasia, dementia, or Parkinson’s, and their care partners
SINGWELL-AFFILIATED