Orillia, ON – August 13, 2024 – Age-Friendly Orillia (AFO) is excited to announce its 1st Annual Age-Friendly Certificates of Appreciation, celebrating the businesses and organizations that contribute to making Orillia a vibrant and welcoming community for older adults.
As Orillia’s population of older adults is projected to make up 40% by 2040, it is crucial to acknowledge and support those who enhance the lives of this significant demographic. The AFO invites residents to nominate businesses or organizations that demonstrate excellence in creating environments that are customer-friendly, inclusive, and accessible to people of all ages and abilities.
Which business or organization(s) gave you this positive age-friendly experience?
Nominations are open and can be submitted for businesses and organizations excelling in any of the following
eight categories of the World Health Organization’s Age-Friendly Cities Checklist:
- Outdoor Spaces and Buildings
- Transportation
- Housing
- Social Participation
- Respect and Social Inclusion
- Civic Participation and Employment
- Communications and Information
- Community and Health Services
Older adults are increasingly living active, healthy lives and contributing significantly to our community. They represent a vital economic force with increased spending power, leisure time, and travel opportunities. By recognizing age-friendly businesses and organizations, we can enrich the community for everyone.
Residents are encouraged to submit nominations by October 1st, 2024. Nominations may be for any business or organization that you believe deserves recognition, including your own. Each submission will be carefully reviewed and assessed by the AFO.
Award recipients will be honored with a Certificate of Appreciation and invited to the Aging Well Expo, taking place at Lakehead University on Tuesday, October 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
To submit your nomination or for more information, please visit https://agefriendlyorillia.ca/news or contact us directly at info@agefriendlyorillia.ca. Paper nomination forms can be picked up at Information Orillia, located in the Orillia Public Library.
About Age-Friendly Orillia (AFO)
The AFO is dedicated to promoting age-friendly practices and policies within Orillia, ensuring that the community is a welcoming and supportive environment for all residents, particularly older adults.
