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    County of Simcoe to recognize Age-Friendly Champions

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    Midhurst/January 23, 2025 – On January 28, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., the County of Simcoe’s is hosting its second annual Age-Friendly Business and Age-Friendly Individual Recognition Awards. This ceremony showcases the many individuals, businesses and organizations that have had a significant impact on continuing to make our communities even more inclusive. Outstanding community champions from the Towns of Midland, Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, and New Tecumseth; Townships of Tay, Springwater and Tiny and cities of Barrie and Orillia will be honoured.

    The Age-Friendly Committee held an open call for nominations as part of the County’s Age-Friendly Community Program. Launched in 2016, this program boosts awareness of the County’s aging population and helps businesses and organizations enhance their environments and services to better suit the needs of older adults across the region.

    EVENT:County of Simcoe Age-Friendly Recognition Awards
    WhereCounty of Simcoe Administration Centre – Atrium
    1110 Highway 26, Midhurst, Ontario
    WhenTuesday, January 28, 2025 – 5:30 p.m.Note: Media are asked to contact the County of Simcoe Communications and Events Team to confirm attendance.


    County of Simcoe is composed of sixteen member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at simcoe.ca.­­­­­­

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