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In the serene, welcoming environment of Lynde Creek Gardens, Harold Hoskings shared a life story that mirrors the depth and complexity of his impressive landscape artworks. Born and raised in Port Hope, 95-year-old Harold's journey has been a tale of love, hard work, and a continuous pursuit of learning and creativity.
In the golden years of life, every day is a chance to relive cherished passions and reignite old flames. For two women residents at Harvest Crossing, a recent outing to see the Toronto Blue Jays in action at the Rogers Centre was not just an evening of baseball; it was an example of the excitement a life in a retirement community can bring.
In the serene surroundings of Saskatoon’s Hunter Village retirement community, an extraordinary family story unfolds. Lyle Poley, an 80-year-old former farmer and his centenarian mother Esther Poley call the residence home. This story is not just about a strong family bond, it’s also a reflection of the changing dynamics of retirement living.
The Aspira Astoria Retirement residence in the center of Port Coquitlam is not just an emblem of premium senior living, it is also a beacon of community spirit and kindness. This Thanksgiving, Astoria reaffirmed its commitment to community welfare by serving up a delicious slice of charity and gratitude.
At 93, Bill Reid possesses the vibrant spirit of a much younger man and artistic skills that have stood the test of time. Now residing at Aspira Traditions of Durham in Oshawa, Reid continues to live a life devoted to his art and his family.
Early life and studying his craft
Bill's journey as an artist began at an early age. "I started pretty young," he recalled, with a hint of nostalgia. Even as a child in the first or second grade, his talent was evident and Bill continued to hone that craft before studying art in Minneapolis. After graduating from university he embarked on a professional career as an art director for a company called Photoplate. While there, Bill (pictured above) was the sole artist, however, his artistic spirit wanted more than that job could offer and he moved on.
Every July 1, Canadians around the country and those scattered across the globe unite in a grand celebration of Canada Day - a tribute to the country’s rich history and diversity. It’s a day that holds a special place in every Canadian’s heart, especially the senior citizens who have been the bedrock of our society, playing an indispensable role in molding the Canada we know and love.
In a heartwarming display of intergenerational bonding, Aspira Kensington Place retirement home recently hosted a “Prom Night” as part of their flourishing pen-pal program. This initiative, founded during the pandemic, saw high school students penning letters to the residents, resulting in some unexpected and invaluable friendships.
Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan in the early 1940s, Vivian Klinck’s journey to becoming a respected artist wasn’t straightforward. Her relationship with her craft started from a young age and she graduated from Michigan State University with a minor in art, but it took a divine moment of realization in her 40s for the talented American-Canadian painter to truly embrace her calling.
Following her passion after “an epiphany”
"I could always sort of draw when I was young,” said Vivian. “But when I had an epiphany, I looked up and asked the powers that be 'just let me learn' and I haven’t been disappointed since,” added Klinck from the comfort of her new home at Kensington Court.
This transformative moment sparked a late but very fruitful and prolific career in art, marking a significant departure from her previous life. "Before my career as an artist," Vivian recalled, "I was a content housewife. I spent that part of my life trying not to work, and I had a wonderful husband who was earning enough to allow me to do that."
