This year’s ceremony takes place on Oct. 6 in Midhurst
NEWS RELEASE
COUNTY OF SIMCOE
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As communities across Canada celebrate National Seniors Day, the County of Simcoe is recognizing the people, businesses, and organizations that are working hard to make Simcoe County a friendlier, more accessible place for seniors through its annual Age-Friendly Recognition Awards.
During the summer, nominations were collected as part of the County’s Age-Friendly Community Program and were reviewed by the Age-Friendly Committee. This year’s awardees include representatives from various towns in the area, such as Collingwood, Midland, Wasaga Beach, Penetanguishene, and New Tecumseth; Clearview Township; along with Barrie and Orillia.
National Seniors Day is celebrated every year on Oct. 1. It’s a time to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions older adults make to our families, workplaces, and communities. The County’s Age-Friendly Recognition Awards embody this spirit by honoring individuals and groups dedicated to creating a community where seniors can age with dignity, connection, and purpose.
Event: County of Simcoe Age-Friendly Recognition Awards Where: County of Simcoe Administration Centre – Atrium – 1110 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario When: Tuesday, Oct. 6 – Reception at 6 p. m. – Ceremony begins at 6:30
About Age-Friendly Simcoe County
The County of Simcoe is focused on building inclusive and supportive environments where seniors can live well while staying active and connected. Since adopting the World Health Organization’s Age-Friendly Communities framework in 2015, the County has recently updated its Positive Aging Strategy for 2025-2030. In 2025, it was also officially recognized as a member of the WHO Global Network for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities.
The County collaborates with municipalities, organizations, businesses, and residents through its Age-Friendly Program to promote initiatives that enhance life quality for older adults throughout the region.
For more details about the Age-Friendly Program or information on Business and Individual Recognition Awards, visit simcoe. ca/age-friendly or reach out via email at [email protected] or call 705-726-9300 ext. 3127.
About the County of Simcoe
The County of Simcoe comprises sixteen member municipalities and offers essential public services to residents while also providing paramedic and social services to Barrie and Orillia. Check out our website at simcoe. ca.
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