Become a NORC Ambassador
Help bring people together and support older adults in your building.
A NORC ambassador is a resident who helps connect neighbours and organize activities where they live.
On this page:
What ambassadors do
As a NORC ambassador, you:
- connect neighbours in your building
- organize activities for older adults
- share information about local services
- act as a link between residents and the city
You do not need experience. The neighbourhoods team will support you.
Example activities
Activities depend on what people in your building want.
Examples include:
- coffee meetups, shared meals or floor parties
- walking groups or fitness classes such as chair yoga, exercise classes and fall prevention
- book clubs, movie nights, or seasonal choirs
- workshops on health or safety topics such as cyber safety, advance care planning, and elder abuse prevention
Why become an ambassador
As a NORC ambassador, you can:
- help older adults stay connected and active
- build a stronger community in your building
- meet neighbours and develop new skills
- access support and resources from the city
How to get started
To become a NORC ambassador:
- Check if your building is a NORC.
- Talk to neighbours who may be interested.
- Contact the neighbourhoods team.
- Complete an application form.
- Attend an orientation session.
The neighbourhoods team will guide you through each step.
Use the Become a NORC ambassador guide to learn more.
Download the ambasssador guide (PDF)
Get support from the city
The neighbourhoods team supports NORC ambassadors.
They can help you:
- plan and promote activities
- connect with other ambassadors
- access funding and resources
Email neighbourhoods@waterloo.ca.
