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Nominations open for Age-Friendly Champions

June 13, 2025   ·   0 Comments

By Brian Lockhart

As June is Seniors’ Month, the County of Simcoe has announced that nominations are now open for the Age-Friendly Business and Age-Friendly Individual Recognition and Achievement Awards.

The awards celebrate those who help create welcoming and accessible communities for older adults.

The Age-Friendly Business Recognition Awards recognize 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 a mention in a county press release, social media, and a website feature, along with a certificate and window decal, and a complimentary digital marketing package valued at over $350.

Customers and clients of businesses can get involved by nominating a business.

The Age-Friendly Awards for Individual Recognition honours individuals of all ages who have demonstrated leadership, kindness, and a commitment to supporting older adults.

Categories include Individual Champion, for someone who advocates for older adults, enriching their lives through leadership and dedication.

The Older Adult Champion award recognizes older adults (60+) for their selfless service and commitment to volunteerism.

The Youth Champion Award is new this year and celebrates young individuals who have made a meaningful impact on older adults through service and education.

“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,” said Simcoe County Warden, Basil Clarke. “Their commitment to improving accessibility and services reflects the very values our region is striving for.”

The Age-Friendly Community Program was established in 2016 to increase awareness of the county’s aging population and help businesses or 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.

“Creating an age-friendly community is about fostering respect, inclusion, and support for older adults,” said Jane Sinclair, the county’s general manager of health and emergency services. “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.”

Nominations for the Age Friendly Awards are open until Aug. 31.

For more information visit www.simcoe.ca/agefriendly.

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