As the Minister of Health, Seniors and Active Living, I was pleased to announce that nominations are being accepted for the Manitoba Council on Aging Recognition Awards.
The awards specifically celebrate seniors and intergenerational groups for their extraordinary contributions and commitment to their communities, as well as celebrate journalists who promote positive images of aging. This is a key factor in age-friendly communities and it is important that this award emphasizes how the positive and relevant portrayal of seniors promotes intergenerational understanding and helps Manitobans of all ages. This allows our communities to benefit when we work together to address common concerns. Acknowledging this ongoing volunteerism, service, mentorship, leadership, community influence and advocacy make Manitoba a place in which we all are proud to live. Manitoba seniors continue to contribute to their communities in meaningful ways and provide avenues for different generations to collaborate on how to address community needs.
Nominations are open for a short time longer, until Tuesday, Sept. 13. Information on making a nomination can be found by calling the Seniors Information Line at 204-945-6565 in Winnipeg, 1-800-665-6565 (toll-free), or by emailing seniors@gov.mb.ca. For more information, visit: www.gov.mb.ca/shas/manitobacouncil/awards.html.
