Chatham-Kent council is planning to thank and celebrate the achievements of older adults during Seniors’ Month in June and would like the community’s help.
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The purpose of these awards is to recognize and honor older adults aged 60-over who have achieved significant goals and made outstanding contributions as volunteers within Chatham-Kent, said a municipal media release. Recipients will be honored as part of the 37th annual Senior Achievement awards.
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“We are requesting the public’s assistance,” said Mayor Darrin Canniff in the release. “Everyone knows someone who has lent a helping hand, whether it be as part of a group or as an individual.
“Here is your chance to let us know about that person so we can recognize their contributions,” the mayor added.
The senior awards are a tradition that goes back to the 1980s. Since that time, more than 1,000 seniors have been honored for their contributions to the community, the release said.
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Nomination forms will be available at all Chatham-Kent Municipal Centers, (Chatham, Blenheim, Dresden, Ridgetown, Tilbury and Wallaceburg), all Chatham-Kent public libraries, and all 11 Seniors’ Centers within the municipality. A PDF version can also be requested by emailing [email protected] and nominations can also be submitted at www.letstalkchatham-kent.ca.
The 2024 Senior of the Year will be announced during the broadcast of the Chatham-Kent Celebration of Older Adults on June 6, on Facebook and YourTV. All nominees will be recognized during this virtual event.
Deadline for receipt of nomination forms is Friday, April 5.
Canniff endorses an impartial selection committee that selects the Chatham-Kent Senior of the Year.
For more information, contact CK Chair, Celebration of Older Adults, Chatham Coun. Alysson Storey, 519-350-5689, Volunteer support Clare Latimer, 519-358-6705 or the Mayor’s office at 519-360-1998 Ext. 3001.
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