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What We Do

OBJECTIVES

On a volunteer and non-profit basis, the Society will seek to achieve these objects:
  1. To provide affordable learning opportunities for seniors (age 50 years and older) on academic topics they select that will be arranged and monitored by the peers they choose.
  2. To liaise, develop linkages and partner, when practicable, with other organizations that share common goals.
  3. To promote and advocate the interests of seniors in the field of life-long learning.

Programming

Under normal circumstances, Seniors' College produces 60-75 courses (six weeks in length) in three terms per year. These are delivered in several communities (chapters), with Halifax being the home base. The other chapters are in Truro, Mahone Bay, and Liverpool.  More may be added in the future according to local interest and capacity.  In addition to courses, Seniors' College provides special public lectures during each term.

association

Seniors' College Association of Nova Scotia (SCANS) was incorporated as a registered non-profit society with the Registry of Joint Stocks on January 16, 2008. Registry ID: 3225245.
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Civic  and Mailing Address: SCANS, 3055 Connaught Avenue, Halifax, NS, B3L 3A7
From our members ...
  • ... courses are the best I have ever been to...life changing
  • ... one of the best speakers with SCANS I have experienced. His material is fascinating and completely unique.
  • Exceptional instructor. Very interesting material. Well prepared. A natural teacher with wide ranging knowledge base. Two thumbs up!
  • This was an awesome course - so many really interesting elements - all criminal justice related, all different. A wonderful selection of presenters. The host presenter was so well versed and knowledgeable and wonderful to listen to.
  • I have no science background and this was my first lecture in Geology. I am extremely happy to have taken this course and appreciated what I have learned about the connection and influence in our daily lives! Thank you very much!
  • Wonderful, thought-provoking class!
  • This course...has provided me with the current information regarding immigration trends in NS that I was seeking. Many thanks to all the presenters. Bravo!
  • Another great course and presenter! All 3 presenters have been so knowledgeable and just fantastic!!
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  • Home
  • About
    • What We Do
    • History
    • Board/Committees/Staff
  • Courses
    • Courses Spring 2026
    • Registration
    • Feedback
    • Calendar
  • Public Presentations
    • Upcoming Public Presentations
    • Past Public Presentations
  • Join Us
    • Membership
    • Volunteer
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    • Member Sign In
  • Resources
    • FAQ
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