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    Nominate a Business or Individual Age-Friendly Champion Today

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    Midhurst/June 3, 2025 – As we kick off Seniors Month, the County of Simcoe is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the Age-Friendly Business and Age-Friendly Individual Recognition and Achievement Awards, celebrating those who help create welcoming and accessible communities for older adults.

    Nominations are open until August 31, 2025, and winners will be honoured at a special ceremony in the fall.

    Age-friendly Business Recognition Awards

    Recognizes local businesses and organizations that have taken steps to improve services for older adults. By completing a Self-Assessment Checklist, businesses can evaluate their age-friendliness and access County resources to enhance their services.

    Award-winning businesses will receive:

    • Mention in a County press release, social media announcements, and website feature
    • A certificate and window decal
    • A complimentary digital marketing package valued at over $350 (conditions apply)

    Customers and clients can also get involved by completing the Customer Nomination Checklist to highlight businesses that make Simcoe County a better place for older adults.

    Complete a nomination form today and join the movement toward a more age-friendly Simcoe County.

    Age-Friendly Individual Recognition and Achievement AwardsThis award honours exceptional individuals of all ages who have demonstrated leadership, kindness, and a commitment to supporting older adults.

    Categories include:

    • Individual Champion: Advocates for older adults, enriching their lives through leadership and dedication.
    • Older Adult Champion: Recognizes older adults (60+) for their selfless service and commitment to volunteerism.
    • Youth ChampionNew this year, celebrates young individuals who have made a meaningful impact on older adults through service and education.

    Join us in recognizing community heroes who are shaping a more inclusive and age-friendly Simcoe County.

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    “Our Age-Friendly Recognition Awards showcase the incredible efforts of businesses and individuals who are helping to make Simcoe County a more inclusive and welcoming place for older adults. Their commitment to improving accessibility and services reflects the very values our region is striving for.”
    – County of Simcoe Warden Basil Clarke

    “Creating an age-friendly community is about fostering respect, inclusion, and support for older adults. Whether it’s a business improving services or an individual making a meaningful impact, these awards celebrate the champions of positive change. We encourage everyone to nominate those who are creating a brighter future for our communities – Jane Sinclair, General Manger, Health and Emergency Services, Simcoe County

    About the Simcoe County Age-Friendly Community Program
    The Age-Friendly Community Program was established in 2016 to increase awareness of the County’s aging population and help businesses and organizations evaluate their environment and service delivery. The County continues to provide resources and assessment tools to help organizations implement age-friendly goals and strategies and adapt to our aging population. For more information on our Age-Friendly Community program and the Business Guide and Recognition Awards, visit www.simcoe.ca/agefriendly, email [email protected] or call 705-726-9300 ext. 3127.

    About County of Simcoe

    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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