V!VA PICKERING
Durham's premier retirement community.
Welcome to a vibrant retirement experience in the heart of Pickering, ideally situated across from the Pickering Town Centre. Select from a range of spacious suites, and fill your days with our endless amenities, including a wellness spa, pub and big-screen movie theatre. Best of all, enjoy three VIVAlicious meals daily prepared fresh and you’ll understand how VIVA is reinventing retirement living.
Don't Miss Out!
- Book your winter stay now. Two bedroom suite now available.
Available Care
Independent Living- Assisted Living
- Respite & Trial Stays
Upcoming EVENTS.
Join us for a taste of life at V!VA.
In the COMMUNITY.
When it comes to location, it doesn’t get much better than this. Located across from the Pickering Town Centre mall, the Pickering Recreation Complex, a medical centre and more, VIVA Pickering is literally in the centre of it all! Nestled alongside a quaint residential neighbourhood and minutes from the town’s prettiest parks, VIVA Pickering is ideally situated for you to be as busy – or as quiet – as you want.
Pickering Recreational Centre
Pickering Town Centre
Local Parks
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Junior One Bedroom
(524 sq. ft.)
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Click on the orange circles for more information.
Junior One Bedroom
(524 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra-Large Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
One Bedroom
(596 sq. ft.)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Extra-Large Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Click on the orange circles for more information.
One Bedroom
(596 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra-Large Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
One Bedroom + Den
(752 sq. ft.)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Extra Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Click on the orange circles for more information.
One Bedroom + Den
(752 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra-Large Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
Two Bedroom
(964 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Click on the orange circles for more information.
Two Bedroom
(964 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Our SUITES.
Because you deserve the suite life.
Beautiful. Spacious. Convenient. Safe.
When we design our suites, we take out time to think about what is most important to our Community Members. For example, our spacious suites include walk-in closets because we appreciate how important storage is when moving from a larger home. Our kitchenettes feature 23" wide apartment size appliances instead of smaller bar-fridge models because we know that sometimes you just want to prepare a snack for the grandkids instead of heading over to the dining room. Our bathrooms feature a walk-in shower with a built-in seat and safety bars so you can bathe with ease.
All suites include the following:
- Seasonal personal control of heating and air conditioning
- Kitchenette with 23" wide apartment size appliances and microwave (Independent Living suites only)
- Private bathroom with sit-in shower and safety bars
- Spacious walk-in closet
- Large windows with window treatments included
- Broadloom in the living room and bedroom
- Emergency call button system
Junior
One Bedroom
(524 sq. ft.)
One Bedroom
(596 sq. ft.)
One Bedroom
+ Den
(752 sq. ft.)
Two Bedroom
(964 sq. ft.)
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V!VAlicious DINING.
When you're eating well you're living well... and living well is what we're all about.
Our healthy menu options offer you delicious and nutritious homestyle meals made with fresh wholesome ingredients and mouthwatering flavour. Everything made in our kitchen is VIVAlicious, which means equal parts nutritious and delicious. Plus, we get to use all the fresh and organic fruits, vegetables, and herbs grown in our very own VIVA Victory Garden.
Every V!VAlicious dining experience includes:
- Anytime Dining - enjoy our delicious cuisine anytime you please!
- Three meals daily: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Mouth-watering dishes prepared by our professional chefs, proven to satisfy even the fussiest
- Table service in the dining room
- A wide variety of menu choices including a la carte and chef specials
- Quality wine selections available with meals
- Gourmet and theme nights
- Perks! bistro-café for fresh coffee, snacks, and baked goods all day
- A private dining room available to entertain family and friends
- And much more!
Active LIVING.
From organized events to spontaneous trips around town, every day is great and different because there is simply so much to do!
Here are some of the great activities our Community Members have recently enjoyed:
- Healthy living lectures
- V!VAfit senior fitness classes
- Cooking and baking demonstrations
- Lectures on historical and current events by local experts
- Wine tasting events
- Shopping trips to local malls, town centers and farmer’s markets
- Visits to the local library, house racing venue, and baseball or hockey games
- Group trips to museums and art galleries
- Whatever puts a smile on your face!
Amazing AMENITIES.
From an on-site café and pub to a full selection of wellness amenities (including a Brain Gym!) there is so much to do each and every day.
Welcome!
Our main lobby is a warm and welcoming space to greet friends and family.
Perks! Bistro-Café
Fresh coffee, teas and baked goods always go down well with great conversation.
Tides
The only things more appealing and appetizing than our dining room décor are the delectable V!VAlicious meals served here three times daily. Bon appetite!
Pints! Pub
Catch the latest game or TV show with a group of friends in a casual and cheery environment.
V!VAcraft Kitchen
From cookies and cakes to apple pies, we have all the supplies to help you bake today great! Cook up some good times with friends and family, or enjoy a cooking demonstration by our Executive Chef. Also a great space for painting classes and more.
Brain Gym
Card tables and an excellent selection of books and magazines, plus a number of computers with internet access to check email and surf the web.
V!VAplex Theatre
Our state-of-the-art big screen theatre system turns every film into an instant classic. Plus, there’s always fresh popcorn popping!
Nautica Spa
Pampering comes first with a full-service salon and access to the saltwater pool and massage therapy room.
Saltwater Pool
Always heated to the ideal temperature – and saltwater won't dry out your skin the way chlorine does. Plenty of room around the pool to relax in a chaise lounge, too!
Salon
With the soothing colours and delightful finishes, the only thing that looks better in our Salon is that dynamite haircut and stunning manicure you just received. (Have another glass of cucumber water while you're at it!)
V!VAfit Strength & Stretch Studios
Featuring easy-to-use, state-of-the-art fitness equipment specifically designed for older adults, our V!VAfit studios are a great place for our group classes too!
Therapy Room
After a great day of activities, there is nothing better than a relaxing massage or foot care treatment.
Horticulture Room
A bright and sun-filled place to keep your green thumb in shape all year round!
The Family Den
Catch-up with friends and family, watch your favourite show, or just relax with a good book.
Dog Wash Station
We love our pets. And we love our carpets! Let’s keep both clean with this convenient dog wash station. (Treats not included!)
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Care & SERVICES.
Whether you're looking for some well-deserved pampering from a hairdresser or manicurist, or a concierge to help carry in your parcels, or just the simple peace of mind that comes from knowing your needs will be noticed and met, you'll find it right here. From lifestyle activities to wellness and healthcare, your V!VA Retirement Community has everything you need.
Independent Living
All the freedom you could ask for in the comfort and safety of our friendly environment.
See MoreAssisted Living
Exclusive suites, amenities and services for those who require additional care.
See MoreHealthy Body & Mind
With so many programs and amenities at your fingertips, you'll be inspired to stay healthy like never before.
See MoreConcierge & Housekeeping
Treat yourself to some well-deserved pampering with our concierge and housekeeping services.
See MorePricing & PROMOTIONS.
At V!VA, we believe in providing more for less - larger suites, healthy and delicious dining, more amenities and activities. All for a monthly rent that is equivalent or less than what has traditionally been available.
All-inclusive suites start from just $5,020 / month
To find more about the great value offered at V!VA compared to what you typically spend living in a house or condo, please click on the document icon to download and print our helpful cost comparison worksheet.
Call us now at (905) 831 - 2088 to learn more about our special promotions!
In their own WORDS.
What our Community Members are saying.
I love the fact that I can book the V!VAcraft Kitchen and have Community Members come in and taste test my baking. Some of them will stay and talk about their past, it is like having a dinner party where everyone gathers in the kitchen. Plus, I have gotten a couple of great recipes from them.
- Hope, Daughter of V!VA Community Member
Not only are the Community Members really friendly, but the Team Members at V!VA are amazing as well. Being around such positive and active people makes V!VA a great place to be, especially with the wonderful ambiance of the unique interior and exterior. I love all the variety of activities, especially the V!VAfitprogram. It is so much fun!
- Yuki, V!VA Community Member
It never occurred to me to move into a retirement community until I went for a tour at V!VA. Now that I have been a Community Member here for almost a year, I have become friends with wonderful people, been fed...
- June, V!VA Community Member
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