VIVA Barrhaven Retirement Community

10/26/2026

🐾❤️ WHAT AN AMAZING DAY FOR OUR FURRY FRIENDS! ❤️🐾
A HUGE thank-you to everyone who came out yesterday to support Freedom Dog Rescue! 🐶🐾
The dog costume contest was just TOO CUTE! 😍🎃 Viva Barrhaven was filled with furry friends, wagging tails, adorable costumes, and so much community spirit! ❤️
A special shout-out to Country 101.1 Country 101 and Stu Schwartz Stuntman Stu from Barrhaven Ford for stopping by and helping make the day even more special! 🎤🚗
A BIG THANK-YOU to our amazing sponsors, Barrkhaven Pet Boutique & Spaw and Pet Valu, for helping make this event possible! 🐾❤️ We appreciate your support!
Thanks to everyone who came out, donated, participated, and showed their support, we raised OVER $1,000 for Freedom Dog Rescue! 🥳🐕 Every dollar makes a difference, and we couldn't have done it without you!
We are so grateful for this amazing community and all the love shown for our four-legged friends. 🐾💕
We can't wait to do it all again next year! 🐶🎉
🐾❤️

10/25/2026

Thank you for stopping by Country 101.1 and Stu Schwartz. What a fabulous day it was to support a great cause in such a fun and furry way. Stay tuned for all the highlights!

10/21/2026

📣 Barrhaven Community — You’re Invited! 🍂

Join us at Viva Barrhaven Retirement Community for two exciting, FREE educational sessions this November! Whether you’re planning for the future, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for helpful information and local resources, these sessions are for YOU! 💙

🥗 Lunch & Learn: Parkinson’s Education & Resources
📅 Friday, November 13 | 12:00–1:00 PM
Enjoy a complimentary lunch while Shannon from Parkinson Canada shares valuable information and resources for friends and family supporting someone living with Parkinson’s.

🥐 Brunch & Learn: Planning for Retirement
📅 Saturday, November 21
Join our panel of experts, including an RBC Retirement Planning Advisor, a Sutton Realty Agent, a Senior Downsizer, and an Estate Planning Lawyer. Get helpful insights and practical advice to help you plan confidently for the future. Enjoy complimentary Brunch.

✨ Both sessions are FREE and open to the public!

📍 Hosted at Viva Barrhaven Retirement Community
📩 Space may be limited, so reach out to reserve your spot!

We look forward to welcoming our Barrhaven neighbours for great conversations, valuable information, and delicious food! ❤️

10/21/2026

10/15/2026

🍲 THE SOUP BAR IS CALLING! 🍲
Warm up with a delicious bowl of soup, customize it with your favourite toppings, and choose your perfect bread to go with it! Even better? You can take home soup to enjoy later, too! 🥖🥣

🎃 Adorable pets in their Halloween best
🏆 Fantastic prizes for the top 3 costumes
🐕 A visit from Freedom Pups for some extra snuggles
🍲 Delicious soup, all your favourite toppings, and bread to take home
❤️ ALL PROCEEDS will be donated to Freedom Dog Rescue!

Bring your family, invite your friends, enjoy some delicious soup, and help us support dogs in need! 🐾

📣 SPOTS ARE LIMITED — RSVP NOW to join the fun and help make a difference!

Let's make it a paws-itively amazing Sunday! 🐶🎃❤️

10/12/2026

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving! 🧡

This Thanksgiving, we're grateful for the wonderful people who make our communities feel like home.

To our Community Members, families and dedicated Team Members, thank you for the warmth, kindness and connections you bring to each day.

Wishing everyone a beautiful Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter and moments to cherish.

10/07/2026

📣🎄Preparations are underway for another fabulous Holiday Night Market!

Are you interested in being a vendor? Email [email protected] to apply!

10/01/2026

Today, we celebrate the incredible people who bring so much life, wisdom, laughter and connection to our communities. 💙
On National Seniors Day, we are proud to recognize our V!VA Community Members and older adults everywhere for the stories they share, the friendships they build and the joy they bring each day.
Here’s to celebrating you, today and every day.

09/25/2026

Happy Friday! 🍻🥨

What a beautiful day to be outside, soaking up the sunshine and enjoying some Oktoberfest tunes from the Polished Brass Quintet!

09/22/2026

🎃🐾 Paws & Pumpkins is coming to V!VA Barrhaven!

Join us for a fun-filled Pet Halloween Party on Sunday, October 25 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

Bring your furry friend dressed to impress for our Pet Costume Contest, meet the adorable Freedom Pups, shop from local pet vendors and enjoy complimentary refreshments and snacks.

🐶 Pet entry is $10, with 100% of pet entry fees and donations supporting Freedom Dog Rescue.

A big thank you to our sponsors, Barkhaven Pet Boutique & Spaw and Pet Valu, for helping make this event possible.

📍 275 Tartan Drive, Nepean
📞 RSVP to Natasha at 613-823-0220
📧 [email protected]

Bring your family, bring your friends and get ready for a paws-itively fun afternoon! 🧡