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Seniors’ Week 2020 will, in some ways, be different than any other in the 34 years of this wonderful Alberta tradition.

Although COVID-19 will change the way we celebrate this year, it won’t change the spirit of Seniors’ Week. That spirit is as strong as ever and, as ever, it is about recognizing and celebrating all that seniors

HAPPY SENIORS’ WEEK!

WE THANK OUR SENIORS

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Seniors’ Week 2020 have contributed to making our families, Don’t be surprised if the senior in your communities and province so much stronfamily suggests hosting an event on Faceger. time, Zoom or other online platforms.

In past years, we have celebrated You could consider sending fun videos seniors at BBQs, teas, parties and all with grandchildren dancing or singtypes of social events. These can be gathing a song. Some communities will hold erings in seniors centres and lodges and parades, ensuring physical distancing, that community halls throughout the province. will move their way to seniors residences This year, pandemic-related restrictions where people will leave cards outside for will prevent those types of large gatherseniors. ings. Offer to pick up groceries, run errands,

It won’t prevent us, however, from celedrop by a senior’s home and cut the grass. brating Seniors’ Week in fun, creative and It all matters. innovative ways. A lot of us are leveraging Most importantly, check in with the technology to stay connected with family seniors you know. and friends during this challenging time. Even if we can’t all be together, let’s

Though the month of April is considered Candice Anderson Florence Tovell We also want to recognize and thank all the month of recognizing volunteers, any Cindy Doyle the volunteers that give of themselves and month is a good time to recognize and John Scott Esther Boyer Gloria all who battled the Covid pandemic and applaud the many volunteers that keep our Fairley stretched out of the box to show resilience. communities going strong. Thank you to George Fraser Gayle Barnes Elva You have all “gone the extra mile”. the following volunteers that keep our SociMcLean May all you give return to you 10 fold. ety operating by giving countless volunteer Jackie Crichton Gina Wildeman Joe Walking Through Grief Society is hours of support to “ensure that no one Bucharski supported by: FCSS – City of Lloydminever needs to walk through grief alone”. Pat Calyniuk Tracee Hamel Dr. Jill ster, Towns of Vermilion and Wainwright,

BOARD FACILITATORS FRIENDS Lakins Villages of Kitscoty and Marwayne and

Daryl Frank Karen Patterson Amanda Vicki James Shirley L Scott County of Vermilion River and all who Deyell Marie Belsheim Tammy La Brash donate.

Walking Through Grief Society Appreciation Shirley L. Scott Lynda Oliver Lynda Moses Lorraine Gayle Barnes Judy Collins Submitted Baerg Carly Pollard

make sure that all seniors feel valued by family, friends and Albertans.

Alberta has a strong, active, and growing seniors population of more than 640,000. These seniors are vital members of our communities and they make a difference in our daily lives. Seniors have lived through difficult times. They have much to share with us.

I say it all the time – seniors are the strength of Alberta. Enjoy Seniors’ Week from June 1-7.

Be safe, have fun and thank you to all Alberta Seniors.

Josephine Pon Minister of Seniors and Housing

Special Greetings for Senior Week 2020 - Considering the Covid-19 times Celebrating the Wisdom, Strength, and Dedication of our Seniors

Answer these questions correctly, for a chance to win one of the following: A Gift Certicate from: A&W, Tim Hortons, KFC and Town of Vermilion merchandise

1) What YEAR was Vermilion established as a Village _______ 2) Vermilion got it's name from ___________ 3) Who was Vermilion's rst Mayor ________________ 4) Vermilion Agricultural Society was formed in the YEAR _______ 5) Vermilion telephone service was installed in the YEAR________ 6) Vermilion School of Agricultural began in the YEAR _______ 7) Who is the Vermilion Caterer that started Company's Coming _______ 8) Who is Vermilion's Olympic Gold Medalist ___________ 9) What was the FIRST YEAR the Vermilion Voice was published _________ 10) Who is the Mayor of Vermilion today ________________

Name ____________________________ Phone ____________________________ Address ___________________________

WE APPRECIATE ALL THAT SENIORS DO IN OUR COMMUNITIES

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Thank You To Our Amazing Seniors!

Must be 65 years to enter the contest. Drop off your entry at the Town of Vermilion After Hours Drop Slot at the Town Hall 5021 - 49th Avenue by June 10, 2020 - draw will take place on June 11, 2020 Winners will be published in the June 16th issue of the Vermilion Voice

Sponsored by Senior Support Program- Family Community Support Services - FCSS

Garth Rowswell MLA Vermilion-Lloydminster-Wainwright