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65 years together

Learn the secrets to long-lasting relationships from couples who have kept their love on for decades. Be inspired by their stories.
Centenarians

What’s the secret to long life? 100-year-old Catherine has an answer

Catherine isn’t going to let anything stop her from getting what she wants.
Island Park Retirement Residence

100 years woven into history

Clayton is proud to still own a carpet he helped make in honour of Canada’s centennial year.
Innovative Programs

Party Like it’s 1949

Lincoln Park’s first Seniors’ Prom was so successful that they’ve already begun planning for next year.
Innovative Programs

Verna’s dream of attending university has finally come true

Look inside and watch the inspiring story of Verna’s life-long dream to study art.
Inspirational Life

The Lady in the Tower

Inge Wells was the first woman in Ontario to work in a fire tower, which stand 100-feet off the ground and surveyed the surrounding forests for fires.
Giving Back

The spirit of Tai Chi lives at Island Park

Diana, a team member at Island Park Retirement Residence, has been coming in on her days off to teach free Tai Chi classes to residents for 5 years.
Centenarians

104-year-old Don has ‘more life than most 25 year olds’

Don recently celebrated his 104th birthday with friends, family, and a surprise 103-year-old guest.
Giving Back

Milk bags into mattresses: Spreading the warmth at Island Park

Island Park Retirement Residence recently partnered with a local volunteer to turn milk bags into mattresses for people in need.