President's Message

Hello, wonderful Kitchener Tech Club community!

As we launch into a brand-new season, I’m thrilled to welcome both returning and new members to our vibrant club. The Kitchener Tech Club has become a place where older adults can connect, learn, and thrive in today's ever-changing tech world — and this year promises to be even more exciting.

From our informative Speaker Meetings, held each third Wednesday morning (with a friendly coffee break to connect and chat) to our engaging Share & Learn sessions every fourth Wednesday (bring your own device or borrow one, and explore new ideas together), and our relaxed Drop-In support gatherings both in-person and online, there’s something here for everyone.

Our mission is as strong as ever: providing opportunities for you to use technology in a supportive, inclusive space. We're proud to challenge stereotypes about older adults and technology, honour the wisdom and diversity of our members, and empower everyone to be confident in our digital world.

Let’s embrace the season ahead — filled with discovery, friendship, and connection. I can’t wait to meet you at our upcoming events and see all that we’ll achieve together.

~ Susan

Club Events this month

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

9:30 - 11:30 AM

(Already held this month)

DROP-IN (IN PERSON)

Downtown Community Centre:

• Multi-Purpose Room (upstairs)

Click here for more information!

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

9:30 - 11:30 AM

SPEAKER MEETING (IN PERSON)

- Coffee and Cookies served ($2 donation suggested)

Downtown Community Centre:

• Multi-Purpose Room (upstairs)

Guest Speaker:

• Cosmin Munteanu, PhD, University of Waterloo

Topic:

• • Technologies for Aging Gracefully

    • Cosmin Munteanu is the Schlegel Research Chair in Technology for Healthy Aging, a joint appointment between the Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging and Waterloo’s Systems Design Engineering department. Drawing on nearly 30 years of experience, Dr. Munteanu leads the Technologies for Aging Gracefully lab, designing voice interfaces, virtual worlds, and digital platforms that bring older adults closer to their loved ones and reduce digital marginalization. 

Click here for more information!

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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

9:30 - 11:30 AM

SHARE AND LEARN (IN PERSON)

- Coffee and Cookies served ($2 donation suggested)

Downtown Community Centre:

• Multi-Purpose Room (upstairs)

Topic: 

• • Grand River Transit Hands-On Workshop

    • We are excited to announce a special session featuring Dave Steffler from Grand River Transit (GRT). During this workshop, members will be shown how to install and set up the GRT app on their smartphones. We also hope to have age verification completed during the meeting so you can start using the app by the time you leave! With the configured app, you'll be able to ride Grand River Transit for $3 instead of $4, plus enjoy free all-day travel one day each week. This is a wonderful opportunity to master your smartphone and make transit easier while the weather is nice. 

Click here for more information!

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

1:30 - 3:30 PM

VIRTUAL DROP-IN

Online (on ZOOM):

• The Zoom link, Meeting ID, and Passcode will be sent in an email reminder to club members at least 24 hours prior to the event.

Click here for more information!

Apple Enthusiasts

You'll find the latest news in our website's top navigation menu, by:

1. Clicking on Resources.

2. Clicking on the down-arrow beside Apple Enthusiasts.

3. Selecting September 2026 from the drop-down menu.

K-Tech Tips 

You'll find K-Tech Tips in our website's top navigation menu, by:

1. Clicking on Monthly.

2. Selecting K-Tech Tips from the drop-down menu. 

Facebook and Instagram Update

Can't find us on Facebook or Instagram? Don't take it personally - we didn't "unfriend" or "dis-like" you! It's just that we noticed those sites aren't getting very many visitors. As a volunteer-run group, we felt we should spend more time on things that people want and are using. We therefore closed our "pages" on Facebook and Instagram at the end of August.

We encourage you to stay up-to-date with what’s happening by checking the Kitchener Tech Club website for all information about the club, past events, and upcoming dates. 

Kitchener ActiveNet Fall 2026 Registration

A quick reminder that the City of Kitchener requires all club members to be registered on ActiveNet before participating in any of our club events:

• •     Drop in

  •     Speakers Meetings

  •     Share & Learn

  •     Virtual Drop In

You can register separately for each of these events, however you have a faster option by selecting the "Kitchener Tech Club" package, using activity code #226247.  We’ve created an ActiveNet Registration Instructions guide for this.

There are three ways to register:

1. Kitchener’s online ActiveNet system, or

2. Visit the front desk of any Kitchener Community Centre, or

3. Call 519-741-2501

Kitchener Group Cards - Renewal Reminder

In order to register on ActiveNet, you must have a valid Kitchener Group Card. Kitchener Group Cards are available by phone or in person at any Kitchener Community Centre. They are good for unlimited visits for ongoing groups at any City of Kitchener Community Centre. The one-time purchase cost for anyone age 55+ is:

• 2026-2027 group cards (valid from September 1, 2025 until August 31, 2026) are available for purchase or renewal, costing $18.44 including HST.

As of September 1, 2026, all new cards will be digital (i.e., there won't be a physical card for you to carry or lose). To get a new group card or renew your existing card, please visit your local Kitchener community centre. 

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For full details on becoming a member, visit https://www.kitchenertechclub.ca/about/membership-contact.

Connect With Us

Stay up-to-date with what’s happening. Visit our Kitchener Tech Club website for information about the club, past events, and upcoming dates. 

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