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A gathering for Black seniors aged 65+ to connect with each other, meet the RISE team, ask questions, and learn more about upcoming RISE programming and support.

WHEN:
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

WHERE:
Greenville Community Center
712 Greenville Road
Greenville/Yarmouth, NS B5A 5J6

WHO:
• Troy Lawrence, Community Champion, RISE Seniors Project – Yarmouth
• Wanda Doucette, Community Champion, RISE Seniors Project – Yarmouth
• Bruce Johnson, Community Champion, RISE Seniors Project – Yarmouth
• Chuck Smith, Community Champion, RISE Seniors Project – Yarmouth
• Louise Delsie, Community Champion, RISE Seniors Project - Yarmouth
• Quincy Lawrence, Community Champion, RISE Seniors Project - Yarmouth
• Members of the RISE Seniors Project and Black Business Initiative teams
• Black seniors and community members from the Yarmouth area

ABOUT THE RISE SENIORS PROJECT

The RISE Seniors Project is delivered by the Black Business Initiative and supports Black seniors aged 65+ across Atlantic Canada. Through social gatherings, Money Matters for Seniors workshops, practical support with
everyday technology, need-based food support, and connections to additional resources, RISE supports seniors in strengthening financial confidence, digital awareness, social connection, and access to resources that support healthy, independent aging. The project is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada.

ABOUT BLACK BUSINESS INITIATIVE

The Black Business Initiative (BBI) is Canada’s longest-serving Black business development organization. Founded in Nova Scotia in 1996, BBI is a not-for-profit organization that helps Black entrepreneurs start, grow, and strengthen their businesses. Through advocacy, programs, and partnerships, BBI supports economic growth and stronger Black communities. With support from funders and partners, BBI helps create more opportunities, open doors to brighter futures, and support long-term wealth creation for Black communities across Atlantic Canada and beyond