City celebrates contribution of Hamilton’s seniors at 26th annual Senior of the Year Awards virtual event

OCTOBER 23 2021

HAMILTON, ON - Tonight, the City of Hamilton recognized seniors for their outstanding volunteer contributions to the community as the Senior of the Year Awards marked its 26th year in a virtual celebration.

The Senior of the Year Award program celebrates seniors age 65 and older who contribute their time and talents in service to enrich the social, cultural or civic life of others and/or the community.

The City of Hamilton and community partners offer many programs and services to address the health and social needs of older adults and seniors, in support of Hamilton’s vision to be the best place to raise a child and age successfully.

The City congratulates and thanks all the award nominees. For a complete listing of this year’s recipients, please visit: www.hamilton.ca/seniorsawards

Quick Facts

• The tradition of honouring the voluntary achievements and contributions of seniors in the city first began in 1995. Over the last 26 years, the Senior of the Year Awards have recognized over 250 nominees, with more than 3,000 attendees total celebrating at past awards galas.
• Approximately 17.3 per cent of Hamiltonians (92,910 residents) are 65 years of age or older (Source: 2016 census data).
• Building on the successes of the first award-winning age-friendly plan, Hamilton’s Plan for an Age-Friendly Community (2021-2026) continues to move the City forward in its commitment to being an age-friendly community and aligns with the City’s 10-year Strategic Plan, with two priorities especially – Healthy & Safe Communities and Community Engagement & Participation.

Additional Resources

• Senior of the Year Awards
• Resources for Seniors and Older Adults
• Age Friendly Hamilton
• Hamilton’s Plan for an Age-Friendly Community (2021-2026)(PDF, 111.11 KB)

“On behalf of the City of Hamilton and my Council colleagues, I want to congratulate the recipients of the Senior of the Year Awards and thank each of the nominees for their outstanding voluntary contributions. It is important we celebrate the special role volunteers play in making a difference in the lives of residents and our community, we know this has been key in getting through the pandemic. Together, we are building an inclusive community that is actively engaged in making Hamilton an age-friendly city for our seniors and a better place for all.”

- Mayor Fred Eisenberger