Speaker Series continues in 2026 with a great line-up of presenters and topics! Get the answers to your most pressing questions at monthly seminars and panels.

Are you finding yourself continually looking for facts to get answers to your most pressing questions? The Empowered Seniors Speakers Series is a free community service offered to seniors and their families.

Every month, you can attend a seminar or a panel where you’ll gain valuable and honest information regarding topics that are important to senior living and retired people. You’ll leave each event with the ability to make informed decisions, and you’ll meet experts who can provide reliable and current information.

The seminars and expert panels are a community service offered AT NO COST to seniors and their families. 

2026 topics include:

✔ Planning Ahead: Health, legal, and estate essentials

✔ Women & Wealth: Financial strategies for a longer life

✔ Technology tips, fraud prevention, and more

✔ Plus our annual Living Well Expo on April 9, with 30+ local organizations

Advance reservations are strongly encouraged. Click on the registration link or call 905-330-5201 to save your seat for any of the sessions. 

Dates and Times:

All sessions are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month and run from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM (doors open at 1:00 PM).

Location:

Burlington Art Gallery
(Rotary and Shoreline Rooms)

1333 Lakeshore Road, Burlington ON

Parking
There is a $3 fee for parking at the Art Gallery on the afternoons of each of our sessions. When you park in the parking lot on the north side of the building, there's no need to purchase parking tickets at the machine. Instead, simply head inside where you'll be asked to pay your $3 at the reception desk by the north doors of the Art Gallery. There will be no need to return to your car to place a parking pass on your windshield and your car will not be ticketed.

Upcoming Events

January 14, 2026

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
(doors open at 1:00 PM)

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Fraud Prevention for Seniors - Protecting Yourself in a Digital World

We hear about scams on the news all the time, but the truth is that fraud is getting harder to spot. Today's scammers are patient, believable, and often build emotional connections before taking advantage. Seniors are especially at risk, from online romance scams and identity theft to misuse of Power of Attorney.

This month's Empowered Seniors Speaker Series is all about protecting yourself, your loved ones, and your peace of mind.

Join Dave Oswald, CPA, CFF, CFE, Principal of Forensic Restitution and one of Canada’s leading forensic investigators, for an engaging and practical session on how to recognize, avoid, and prevent the scams that most often target seniors.

With over 25 years of experience uncovering multimillion dollar frauds across Canada, Dave will share real stories, including how one senior lost over $600,000 to a romance scam, and the simple strategies that can help you stay one step ahead.

Because knowledge is protection, and awareness is your best defense.

During this presentation you’ll learn:

  • The most common scams targeting seniors in 2026
  • How emotional manipulation fuels romance and online fraud
  • What Power of Attorney abuse looks like and how to prevent it
  • Red flags for identity theft and tech scams
  • Simple, practical steps to safeguard your finances and personal data

Join us on January 14, 2026 for this informative and relevant seminar. Reserve your free seat at the link below.

Free event, reserve your seat

Burlington Art Gallery - 1333 Lakeshore Rd. Burlington ON

February 11, 2026

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
(doors open at 1:00 PM)

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Women & Wealth: Planning for Longevity, Security, and Independence

Women often outlive men—but are they financially prepared for those extra years?

In this focused and empowering session, financial expert Neela White returns to the Empowered Seniors Speaker Series to address the unique financial realities women face in retirement.

If you're in your 70s, 80s, or even 90s, you may still have 15-20 years ahead of you. Whether you've had career gaps, earned less over your lifetime, or simply want to make the most of your savings, this presentation will help you build a strategy for lasting financial security.

We'll explore:

  • How to make income sources like CPP/QPP, pensions, RRIFs and TFSAs go the distance
  • What to do when savings are tight—downsizing, government benefits, and more
  • Smart strategies to protect your independence, from health care planning to low-risk investments
  • Steps you can take today to feel confident and in control of your future

Join us on February 11, 2026 for this informative and relevant seminar. Reserve your free seat at the link below.

Free event, reserve your seat

Burlington Art Gallery - 1333 Lakeshore Rd. Burlington ON

March 11, 2026

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
(doors open at 1:00 PM)

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TBA

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Join us on March 11, 2026 for this informative and relevant seminar. Reserve your free seat at the link below.

Free event, reserve your seat

Burlington Art Gallery - 1333 Lakeshore Rd. Burlington ON

April 8, 2026

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
(doors open at 11:00 AM)

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Living Well Expo 2026: Discover, Connect, Empower

This month's session takes a vibrant turn! On April 8, 2026, the Empowered Seniors Speaker Series is proud to host our second annual Living Well Expo—a one-day, in-person event designed to inform, empower, and connect.

Come explore over 30 local exhibitors, including community organizations, service providers, health professionals, and businesses who are passionate about supporting older adults and their families. Whether you're planning ahead, actively navigating aging transitions, or simply curious about what's out there, this is your chance to gather insights, resources, and inspiration—all under one roof.

Join us on April 8, 2026 for this informative and relevant seminar. Reserve your free seat at the link below.

Free event, reserve your seat

Burlington Art Gallery - 1333 Lakeshore Rd. Burlington ON

May 13, 2026

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
(doors open at 1:00 PM)

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Aging Boldly: Because Getting Older Isn't for the Faint of Heart

Forget the outdated image of aging. This session is about strength, vitality, and embracing what's next with confidence and intention.

In May, the Empowered Seniors Speaker Series welcomes Annie Gaudreault, a women's health coach, nutritionist, speaker, and endurance athlete. Annie brings lived experience, humour, and real-life strategies to help you thrive in this chapter of life, whether you’re navigating your own aging journey or supporting someone else through it.

You'll leave with a new perspective on how to maintain energy, wellness, and independence as you age—plus a renewed sense of possibility.

What you'll learn:

  • What really impacts energy, health, and mental sharpness as we age
  • How to care for both your body and brain in practical, sustainable ways
  • Simple habits that support strength, mobility, and emotional well-being
  • The difference between lifespan and healthspan—and why both matter
  • How to live boldly, age intentionally, and stay connected to your purpose

Join us on May 13, 2026 for this informative and relevant seminar. Reserve your free seat at the link below.

Free event, reserve your seat

Burlington Art Gallery - 1333 Lakeshore Rd. Burlington ON

June 10, 2026

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
(doors open at 1:00 PM)

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Beating Social Isolation

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Join us on June 10, 2026 for this informative and relevant seminar. Reserve your free seat at the link below.

Free event, reserve your seat

Burlington Art Gallery - 1333 Lakeshore Rd. Burlington ON

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