Oshawa residents 55+

Recreation discounts for Oshawa seniors

The City of Oshawa recently adjusted the senior age requirement, lowering the minimum senior age from 65 to 55 years old.

Residents 55 years of age and older, living in or paying property taxes in Oshawa, now qualify for discounted rates on City recreation programs, fitness memberships and admission fees for recreation facilities.

The Oshawa Resident 55+ discount includes:

A 35 per cent discount on activeOshawa registered programs (some exclusions may apply)
Discounted rates on fitness memberships
Discounted admission fees on City fitness centres, leisure swimming, leisure skating and drop-in sports

Please note: The Oshawa Resident 55+ discount cannot be combined with any other discounts.

Get the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount

To take advantage of the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount, visit a City of Oshawa recreation facility and present proof of your age and residency using government-issued identification. If you do not reside in Oshawa but pay property taxes, you still qualify for this discount. Present both your most recent tax bill and government-issued identification that shows you meet the 55+ age requirement.

Please note proof of age and residency is required each time the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount is requested for a registered program, membership or leisure admission.

Frequently Asked Questions

What changes have been made to the senior age in Oshawa?

The City of Oshawa has lowered the minimum senior age from 65 years to 55 years. This means that community members aged 55 years and older, living or paying property taxes in Oshawa, are now eligible for senior discounts on City recreation programs, memberships, and admission fees.

I have a current adult or family Fitness Membership. How does the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount apply to my membership?

Community members who meet the eligibility requirements for the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount are eligible for reduced rates on Fitness Memberships. Visit a City of Oshawa recreation facility to start saving. A member of our team will review your current membership to determine which membership type is most cost-effective for you and your family.

Current fitness membership holders can get the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount applied to their active membership backdated to March 26, 2024 if the request is received by May 31, 2024.

After May 31 2024, current membership holders will need to cancel their membership and sign up for a new membership at the discounted rate. At the time of purchase, if you are intending to pay with equal payments, payment details must be provided. A new membership agreement must be signed.

I recently registered for an activeOshawa 2024 Spring Program. Am I able to have the Oshawa Resident 55+ applied to that registration?

Community members who meet the eligibility requirements for the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount receive a 35 per cent discount on registered activeOshawa programs.

For Spring 2024 programs, eligible registrants can have their invoice adjusted to include the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount. Visit a City of Oshawa recreation facility and provide proof of age and residency to have your invoice adjusted. A credit can be applied to your account for future use or a refund of the remaining balance can be issued.

Please note, the discount must be applied before the end date of your Spring 2024 program.

Can I apply the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount when completing registrations and bookings on activeOshawa Online?

No, activeOshawa Online will not apply the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount for registrations or transactions completed online. This is because proof of age and residency must be confirmed each time.

Community members are encouraged to complete their booking or registration online and then visit a City of Oshawa Recreation facility to have the invoice adjusted to apply the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount.

Can the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount be combined with other discounts?

No, the Oshawa Resident 55+ discount cannot be combined with any other discounts or fee subsidy programs offered by the City of Oshawa.

Find other City assistance and support programs

Is the Oshawa Resident 55+ Discount not the right fit for you? The City of Oshawa has other financial assistance programs for community members who want to access recreation and culture programs, services and facilities but may not be able to due to financial circumstances.