Community Care Peterborough

Please note, all offices of Community Care Peterborough will be closed on Monday, May 18, 2026 for the Victoria Day holiday. Wishing you a happy and healthy long weekend!

The Kawartha Quiltmakers' Guild has donated a handmade quilt for us to raffle. Call our office to purchase tickets ($5/each): 705-742-7067. The draw takes place May 11. Tickets will also be available at the Guild's Feelings in Fabric Quilt Show and Sale! kqgquilts.ca/kawartha-quilt…

Red Dress Day, May 5, is a day to bring attention to the more than 1,000 Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls in Canada. This is both a day for mourning and for speaking out to prevent future violence. To learn more, please visit: amnesty.ca/red-dress-day/

Mental Health Week - May 4 to 10 This year is the 75th annual Mental Health Week here in Canada. Community Care Peterborough offers a variety of ways to develop a connection with other members of our community. Learn more about our programs: commcareptbo.org/services

Nominations are due by Tuesday, May 5 for Grandparent of the Year 2026. Children in grades 1 to 6 from across the City and County of Peterborough are encouraged to recognize a Grandparent, Elder, or a special older person in their life. Learn more: commcareptbo.org/grandparentoft…

This National Volunteer Week, we're sharing a special video about Jim & Bob — Volunteers Who Became Friends Jim and Bob both volunteer with Meals on Wheels, delivering hot meals and warm connection to neighbours across the City and County of Peterborough. youtu.be/tP9gyqFwUGE

It’s National Volunteer Week! Join us in thanking our incredible team of over 800 volunteers from across the City & County of Peterborough for all that they do. We are so grateful for each of our dedicated volunteers who empower older adults & adults living with disabilities.

Have you heard? We're now accepting nominations for Grandparent of the Year 2026. Children in grades 1 - 6 from across the City & County of Peterborough are encouraged to recognize a Grandparent, Elder, or a special older person in their life. Learn more: commcareptbo.org/grandparentoft…

April is Sikh Heritage Month where the culture, art, & history of people of Sikh descent are celebrated. Sikhism is the 4th largest religion in Canada. Their families began arriving at the start of the 20th century and their contributions have helped shape our country.

Registration is now open for the 5th annual Gary Dalliday Memorial ‘Caring for Our Communities’ Golf Tournament. Join us Monday, August 10 at the @PTBOGolfandCC for a day of golf that gives back. commcareptbo.org/GaryDallidayMe… Proceeds support essential services like Meals on Wheels.

Good Friday - April 3 Easter weekend is when many families come together to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his resurrection three days later as described in the New Testament of the Bible. We hope that everyone who celebrates has a happy Easter this year.

Good Friday Office Closure Please note, all offices of Community Care Peterborough will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026 in observance of Good Friday. We will be open as usual on Easter Monday, April 6, 2026. Have a happy and healthy long weekend!

International Transgender Day of Visibility - March 31 - celebrates the lives of trans people while drawing awareness to the struggles that trans people face in terms of poverty, discrimination, and violence. Learn more: glaad.org/tdov/

We're now accepting nominations for Grandparent of the Year 2026. Children in grades 1 to 6 from across the City and County of Peterborough are encouraged to recognize a Grandparent, Elder, or a special older person in their life. To learn more or apply: commcareptbo.org/grandparentoft…

We're so grateful to the businesses and organizations across Ptbo & Lakefield who supported our Meals to Go fundraiser. Thank you to all who ordered meals and supported our Meals on Wheels' program. Special thanks to the staff of RBC who helped package meals and to our sponsors.

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination serves as a call to action for individuals, organizations, and all levels of government to actively work to eliminate all forms of racial discrimination, injustice, systemic racism, and hate. canada.ca/en/employment-…

❄️ Cancellation Notice for Tuesday, March 17: Due to blowing snow and forecasted risk of snow squalls, our in-person exercise classes are cancelled across the City and County of Peterborough.

Cancellation notice for Mon. March 9: Due to a staffing shortage at the kitchen, Meals on Wheels is cancelled today in Peterborough. Thank you for understanding

International Women’s Day began as a movement for equal rights for women in the workforce and society. This year’s theme, ‘Give To Gain,’ focuses on generosity and collaboration, and how we can all benefit from working together. Learn more here: internationalwomensday.com/Theme

Celebrate March for Meals Month with our Meals To Go fundraiser. On March 25, receive a delicious lunch delivered to your workplace AND support our Meals on Wheels program. Each meal is $15. Order here for Ptbo and Lakefield: commcareptbo.org/mealstogo @OCSAtweets #MarchForMeals