Age-Friendly Award Comes Home

The second annual Age-Friendly Community Recognition Award was presented to the City of Saskatoon in council chambers on January 27th, 2019. Presented by Saskatoon Council on Aging [SCOA] Age-Friendly Co-chair Candace Skrapek, the award recognizes the city for its commitment to working to provide an inclusive environment for older adults and supporting age-friendly environments that help seniors age actively.

On December 3, 2019, the City of Saskatoon received the award from the Government of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism (SSM) in the provincial Legislature’s fall sitting.

The work that brought this about was the Age-Friendly Saskatoon Initiative [AFSI] project. Led by SCOA, the multiyear project aimed at community change to establish Saskatoon as an age-friendly city. The City of Saskatoon plays a key role to establish clear policy directions for the programs and services needed by older adult citizens.

“By 2025, one-quarter of Saskatoon’s population will be over the age of 65. Planning for this growing, older population is critical.” 1

The city collaborated with the project and implemented some of its outcomes.

To create an age-friendly community, society’s attitudes must shift toward a positive view of aging and older adults. If older adults have opportunities to participate in social and community activities, they maintain connections to other people and the community which contributes to improved quality of life. Due to the enthusiasm, expertise and countless hours provided by older adult volunteers, the AFSI succeeded in its efforts to positively change community conversations about an aging population in Saskatoon.

The City of Saskatoon continues to demonstrate its commitment to this great community work. Following the completion of AFSI in 2017, the City of Saskatoon was granted full membership in the World Health Organization Global Age-friendly Cities Network.

The City of Saskatoon Strategic Plan, 2013 – 2023 identifies “development of age-friendly initiatives to enhance quality of life as people age” 2 as a priority under Quality of Life Strategic Goal.

SCOA looks forward to continuing collaboration to make Saskatoon a truly age-friendly city.  A commitment to respect and inclusion is a true measure of a society’s support for the quality of life of all of its citizens. This latest award marks one more achievement on the journey to an age-friendly Saskatoon.

For further information, contact SCOA 306.652.2255 or visit  our our website
Age-Friendly Saskatoon Initiative:

Read Candace Skrapek’s presentation speech to Saskatoon City Council:
City Council Award 2020

Grand Old Opry Zoomer Style – Meet Roy Hargreaves

Roy Hargreaves

Now retired, Roy was employed with the SHR as a maintenance service worker. He enjoys the outdoors particularly going camping, fishing and golfing. Many years ago Roy took up music as a hobby and became a singer, songwriter and guitar player.

Roy is also a music volunteer with the SHR.

He has performed at many formal and non-formal events over the years. Family and friends enjoy his talent around camp fires, weddings and get-togethers.

He won the trophy for Saskatoon Zoomer Idol in 2017 and won again in 2018 in our Best of Saskatoon Zoomer Idol.

Grand Old Opry “Zoomer Style”
March 27, 2020
Western Development Museum
Enjoy a gala evening of country and western music presented by a talented roster of seasoned performers.
Doors open 5 pm Cash Bar
Supper 6 pm,  Entertainment 7:30  pm
Tickets: $100 [tax receipts issued $65]

Phone 306.652.2255 pay with credit card
Buy online at Eventbrite
Visit our office in the field house – 2020 College Drive

A fundraiser for the Saskatoon Council on Aging to provide health and wellness programs for older adults.

Grand Old Opry Zoomer Style – Meet John Quinn

John Quinn

John has been playing and entertaining since the late fifties. He started in rock n roll but has been playing mainstream country for the last forty years. He performs the classic country, which is Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard

John has been very active for over twenty years in the Saskatchewan Country Music Association.  He has served as President and  is presently on the Board of Directors and member of the Prince Albert Chapter.

John is a musician, singer, songwriter, producer and avid supporter of Saskatchewan talent. He is married for 55 years to his wife, Sharon. They have four children, ten grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Grand Old Opry “Zoomer Style”
March 27, 2020
Western Development Museum
Enjoy a gala evening of country and western music presented by a talented roster of seasoned performers.
Doors open 5 pm Cash Bar
Supper 6 pm,  Entertainment 7:30  pm
Tickets: $100 [tax receipts issued $65]

Phone 306.652.2255 pay with credit card
Buy online at Eventbrite
Visit our office in the field house – 2020 College Drive

A fundraiser for the Saskatoon Council on Aging to provide health and wellness programs for older adults.

Join Us! Be a SCOA member today!

5 Great reasons to buy or renew 2020-2021 membership: 

1. You access learning, fitness and social opportunities: SCOA Globe Walk, Hub Clubs, classes
2. You stay informed with information that matters to you: monthly eNews, Coming of  Age newsletter, resource centre
3. You receive discounts at participating partnersand our special coupon pack
4. You have a vote and a voice at our Annual General Meeting
5. You build an age-friendly community where older adults are valued and included

TOGETHER WE ARE STRONGER

YOU  can help SCOA build a better future with older adults – Buy or renew your membership today!

Single 25 | Couples 35 |
1. Phone 306.652.2255 to pay by credit card
2. Visit our office 2020 College Drive [Field House]
3. Online at our website

More information about SCOA membership [Memberships run April 1 to March 31]

Note: If you have already purchased or renewed your membership – Thank You!

Get Connected with Seniors Tech Buddy

Seniors Tech Buddy Program

Learn how to use your tech device! Older adults work one-on-one with local high school students to learn how to use their iPads, iPhones, Android, tablets, laptops or other mobile devices.

When: March 11, 2020
9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. – Internet Fraud/Safety presentation by Saskatoon City Police
10:15 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Refreshments and meet students
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.  – You will be matched with a Grade 11 student from Oskayak high school for hands on learning.   Bring your devices (lap top, cell phone, ipad, tablet etc)  They are able to answer questions specific to your needs

Where:  Primrose Chateau 310 Cree Crescent, Saskatoon
Cost:  Free

To register, Phone 306-652-2255 or email student@scoa.ca 
Transportation is available for those in need!

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When: April 1, 2020
10:00 am to 11:00 am— Internet fraud and Safety Presentation
11:15 am to 12:15 pm– Student Support (one on one help with technology)

Where: St Joseph’s High School, 115 Nelson Road, Saskatoon

Cost: $10 fee to cover administration costs

To register, Phone 306-652-2255 or email student@scoa.ca 
Transportation is available for those in need!

Thank you to our sponsors and partners: Community Initiatives Fund, SaskTel, Affinity Credit Union, Restorative Action Program [RAP], St. Joseph’s High School 

Grand Old Opry Zoomer Style – Meet Joseph Klyne

Joseph Klyne

A professional guitarist by the age of 17, Joseph Klyne has had a successful music career for over 40 years. He first made his living playing lead guitar with various rock cover bands in Winnipeg Manitoba circa 1960. Joseph then developed his own “single” act in Edmonton in the early 70’s. In 1977 he moved to Saskatoon. In the mid 80’s his two sons joined and both took their turn playing bass and harmonizing to his exceptional singing and guitar playing. The J.R. Klyne duo performed throughout Saskatchewan into the early 90’s. Joseph’s guitar style is greatly inspired by Chet Atkins.

Grand Old Opry “Zoomer Style”
March 27, 2020
Western Development Museum
Enjoy a gala evening of country and western music presented by a talented roster of seasoned performers.
Doors open 5 pm Cash Bar
Supper 6 pm,  Entertainment 7:30  pm
Tickets: $100 [tax receipts issued $65]

Phone 306.652.2255 pay with credit card
Buy online at Eventbrite
Visit our office in the field house – 2020 College Drive

A fundraiser for the Saskatoon Council on Aging to provide health and wellness programs for older adults.

Grand Old Opry Zoomer Style – Meet the Paddlewheelers

Paddlewheelers

Wayne Salloum, Maurice Postnikoff and Doug Porteous came together fifteen years ago for a one time performance.  One thing led to another and the Paddlewheelers were born, a trio who have provided great entertainment in and around Saskatoon and Saskatchewan. Over time the Paddlewheelers added guitarist Evert Van Olst, base guitarist Jonathan Moore-Wright, and percussionist Brent Burlingham. Through guitar, voice, percussion and harp (harmonica) they have a great sound, breaking bread with the audience focusing on music of days gone by. The Paddlewheelers are truly grass roots Saskatchewan.

Grand Old Opry “Zoomer Style”
March 27, 2020
Western Development Museum
Enjoy a gala evening of country and western music presented by a talented roster of seasoned performers.
Doors open 5 pm Cash Bar
Supper 6 pm,  Entertainment 7:30  pm
Tickets: $100 [tax receipts issued $65]

Phone 306.652.2255 pay with credit card
Buy online at Eventbrite
Visit our office in the field house – 2020 College Drive

A fundraiser for the Saskatoon Council on Aging to provide health and wellness programs for older adults.