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Al Rodgerson: A life full of artistry, work, wit, and culture

June 18, 2025

Royale Place Retirement Residence

Millie Borchert at 101: A life of exploration, family, and embracing change

April 05, 2024

Centenarians

Still living a life filled with fun, friends and activities at 95

February 29, 2024

Milestone Stories

Andy and Frances: The heart-warming story of the residents who met and married at Harvest Crossing

February 09, 2024

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Milestone Stories

The endearing love story of Ann and Arnold

Feb 09, 2024
These days West Park Crossing resident Ann Speirs enjoys a fulfilling life in retirement living. Before making the move into the vibrant Moosejaw residence, Ann was married to the love of her life, Arnold Speirs.
Milestone Stories

Thelma and Weldon Kilburn: A Peninsula Love Story

Feb 09, 2024
Thelma and Weldon Kilburn's romance is a tale of enduring affection and shared adventure. =
Orchard Valley Retirement Residence

Bob & Blanche: Celebrating 70 years of marriage

Feb 09, 2024
Blanche and Bob, both popular Orchard Valley residents, celebrated an extraordinary 70 years of marriage on November 28th, 2023.
Retirement

A life of love, family, dedication and creativity

Jan 19, 2024
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.
Awards & Achievements

From Ontario’s Rugby Hall of Fame to a new life at Island View

Dec 29, 2023
Mike Fisher's life story is one of passion, adaptability, and community. His journey from a small town in northern England to the vibrant community at Island View retirement home encapsulates a life rich in experiences and achievements.
Centenarians

Family, farming and retirement bliss: A mother and son’s life at Hunter Village

Dec 01, 2023
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.
Awards & Achievements

Vivian Klinck: An Artist's Journey to Kensington Court

Jun 08, 2023
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 ...
Retirement

Gail Bissett loves the food, staff and her social life at Aspira Hunter Village and feels “so much younger” since moving in.

Mar 30, 2023
Gail Bissett grew up on a farm 40 miles from Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. The self-proclaimed “prairie farm girl” made the move to Saskatoon in 1964 where she earned a degree in nursing.
Quinte Gardens Retirement Residence

Book lover Joanne Perschick volunteers at Quinte Gardens library, hits the pool and enjoys movies at night with friends

Oct 04, 2022
An avid reader, Joanne Perschick has a passion for books so it’s no surprise that her favourite thing about Aspira Quinte Gardens is the library. She even volunteers there.
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