Day 1 – Walk & Roll and Opening Ceremony

Posted Feb 04, 2025

Day One of the Games was a huge success! We are thrilled to share recaps from each residence.

Le premier jour des Jeux a été un énorme succès ! Nous sommes ravis de partager les récapitulatifs de chaque résidence.

Alberta Results

Aspen Heights Retirement Residence

At Aspen Heights Retirement Residence we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 50 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Esther J. completed eight floors—including each stairwell!—setting the bar high for the competition. Her determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that enthusiasm for the Games in Calgary, AB, is second to none!

“The bagpipers added such a nice touch to the Opening Ceremonies—it really made it feel extra special,” shared Mary F., a resident at Aspen Heights.

After walking the halls, many residents still had energy to dance the halls! We also had our very own cheer squad, The Aspenets kick off the games with a cheer. They gave residents pom-poms, and we cheered on our walkers/rollers!

The community showed incredible support, with people at the water table cheering on participants. Among them was Sultan Mahmood, Board Director for the local school board, along with members of the Rotary Partners of Calgary (Mary V, Sharon G, and Pat D).

Opening Ceremony Recap

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Leslie Horton, Global News
Max, City of Calgary Police Community Partner
Dave, City of Calgary Police Community Partner
Joshua Kuhl, Senior Executive VP of Operations, ASC

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Aspen Heights Retirement Residence was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

A fun highlight happened when one of our special guests, local reporter Leslie Horton was “arrested” by Cst. Max for providing an inaccurate weather forecast that didn’t match our local groundhog, Balzac Billy’s prediction on Groundhog Day!

As the event wrapped up, George D. beamed with pride and said, “It really means something special to have Josh here from Toronto. Really makes us feel important that he made the trip to be here for our games.” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

Stay tuned for more highlights as the week unfolds! A big thank you to David O, the official Games photographer at Aspen Heights!

Auburn Heights Retirement Residence

At Auburn Heights , we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 47 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

An inspiration to all, Barb G. completed 10 floors, setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit proved once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Calgary is second to none!

Opening Ceremony Recap

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests, including:

Constable Mike, Calgary Police Service
Constable Geru, Calgary Police Service
Inspector Corey, Calgary Police Service
Sergeant Steve, Calgary Police Service

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead.

Constable Mike threw the bean bags for cornhole and got all four in. The residents cheered, then Remy said very loudly, “He must have been working on it all year to get them all in!” Everyone laughed.

With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Auburn Heights was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

When Shirley, an Auburn Heights resident, tossed the bean bag to the constable and aimed right for the phone that was taking her picture she smiled and said “I still got it!”

As the event wrapped up, Thelma beamed with pride and said, “The older I get the better I am.” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special. See photos of our amazing day on the Auburn Heights Facebook page!

Saskatchewan Results

Preston Park I Retirement residence

At Preston Park we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 73 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go!

The energy was contagious as all residents participating completed all 4 floors, setting the bar high for the remainder of this week’s competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Saskatoon is second to none!

Resident Dale is very excited to participate this year and challenge his medal count from last year where he was our top performer!

Opening Ceremony Recap:

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Kevin Waugh, Member of Parliament
Mayor Cynthia Block, City of Saskatoon
Bev Dubois, City Councillor
Saskatoon Fire Department

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Preston Park was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

A Resident Moment That Made Us Smile: People were joking around that everyone was so thankful the games are indoors with today’s -40 C weather!

As the event wrapped up, Sylvia beamed with pride and said, “Let the Games Begin!”, joined by our Dignitaries in attendance with a chocolate milk toast to keep with this year’s theme Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

Stay tuned for more highlights as the week unfolds! Be sure to follow the week on the Preston Park residence Facebook page!

Preston Park II Retirement Residence

At Preston Park II, we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 75 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Preston Park II completed all six floors over 70 times. Wow! They have set the bar high. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Saskatoon is second to none!

When asked about the Walk and Roll event, Mrs. Joy P. shared,“I have never done this before, but it’s been so fun! We should do a building walk every month!”

At the conclusion of the Walk and Roll, a group of ten residents who had cheered each other on, walked the extra distance, taking a trip into the Coffee Lounge for a victory cup of coffee! A great way to celebrate teamwork.

Opening Ceremony Recap:

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Kevin Waugh, MP of Saskatoon Grasswood
Cynthia Block, Mayor of Saskatoon
Bev Dubois, City Councilor of Ward 9 Saskatoon

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Preston Park II was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Jean S. beamed with pride and said, “Now the real work begins tomorrow! See you all there.” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

Stay tuned for more highlights as the week unfolds! Follow along with the fun on Preston Park II’s Facebook page!

College Park I Retirement Residence

At College Park Retirement Residence we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 25 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as all the walkers completed all 4 floors in setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Regina, Saskatchewan is second to none!

Opening Ceremony Recap:

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

MLA Barrett Kropf
MLA Trent Wortherspoon
City Councillor Dan Rashovich
Police Chief Sheik
Fire Chief Jackson
Sandy Lauder, Vice President, Human Resources, ASC

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at College Park was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Jill beamed with pride and said, “SEE! This is why we LOVE it Here” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

Stay tuned for more highlights as the week unfolds! Watch the Games at College Park I by following their Facebook page.

College Park II Retirement Residence

At College Park 2 we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 8 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Meryl F completed all 3 floors, setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Regina, Saskatchewan is second to none!

Our volunteer for the water tables went the extra mile and brought music and disco lights to add some extra fun to the walk and roll. Residents were so excited and filled with joy coming down the hallway to even more excitement!

Opening Ceremony:

As the Chef de Mission and our Assistants gathered before Opening Ceremonies, they assisted one another with ensuring their “assistant sash” was on perfectly. A moment like that captured the beauty of the community that is College Park 2, and the ASCSG brings a week full of excitement and even more togetherness.

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Barret Kropf, MLA For Dakota Arm River
Trent Wotherspoon, MLA for Regina Mount Royal
Dan Rashovich, City Councillor for Ward 1
Farooq Hassan Sheikh, Regina Police Service
Lane Jackson, Chief Regina Fire Chief
Sandy Lauder, Vice President, Human Resources, ASC

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at College Park 2 was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Rose F beamed with pride and said, “Reach for the top and go for gold!” Follow along on the College Park II Facebook page!

Manitoba Results

River Ridge I Retirement Residence

At River Ridge 1, we kicked off the All-Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 52 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Eileen completed 4 floors, exclaiming, “I did it! All 4 floors. Look at all my stickers!” Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Manitoba is second to none!

Opening Ceremony Recap

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Raquel Dancho, MP
Rachelle Schott, MLA
Bruce Lillie, National Marketing Director, ASC
Shannon Chartrand, Executive Director, ASC

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at River Ridge 1 was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

A Resident Moment That Made Us Smile: “Forest Gump and Robin Hood cross paths, and Forest Gump says to Robin Hood, would you like a chocolate? And Robin Hood says, “Sherwood.”

As the event wrapped up, Eileen beamed with pride and said, “And we’ll do it all again tomorrow!” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

Stay tuned for more highlights as the week unfolds! Have a look at the wonderful pictures of Day One at the ASCSG on the River Ridge I Facebook page. A big thank you to Colin S, the official Games photographer at RR1!

River Ridge II Retirement Residence

At River Ridge 2, we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 72 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Arthur B. took the lead, walking on all four floors and setting the bar high for the competition. Everyone’s determination and spirit were inspiring, proving once again that enthusiasm for the Games in Winnipeg, MB, is second to none!

Opening Ceremony Recap

“When we arrived in the dining room this morning, I didn’t know we would be in for such a treat!”

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Raquel Dancho, Member of Parliament
Rachelle Schott, Member of the Legislative Assembly

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at River Ridge 2 was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Anita C beamed with pride and said, “Life is Better when Friends come together!” Stay tuned for more wonderful moments!

To keep up with the fun, follow the River Ridge II Facebook page!

Seine River Retirement Residence

At Seine River Retirement Residence, we kicked off the All-Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 85 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

“When Ms. Dawn P. received her walking sticker, we asked her how many laps her goal was today. She said, “I usually want to do at least 10 laps, but with the live music being so good in the front lobby during the event I will only being doing 4 laps so I can enjoy the music!”

The energy was contagious as Mrs. Sylvia M. completed 36 laps!!!, setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Winnipeg, Manitoba is second to none!

Opening Ceremony

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Billie Cross, MLA Seine River
Markus Chambers, City Councillor St. Norbert/Seine River
Bruce Lillie, National Director of Marketing, ASC

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Seine River Retirement Residence was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

This year’s theme, inspired by the iconic phrase, “Life is like a box of chocolates… you never know what you’ll get,” reminds us to embrace surprises, create lasting memories, and celebrate the joy of being together. Tenant & Chef de Mission Mrs. Dorothy T. said “Today just kept getting better and better what a great start to a wonderful week!”

As the event wrapped up, Mrs. Virginia Furutani beamed with pride and said, “This morning has been so much fun! The entertainment is so good!” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

With the Games officially open, everyone at Seine River Retirement Residence is looking forward to the week ahead. You can feel the excitement in the air! Visit the Seine River Facebook Page here.

Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence

At Shaftesbury Park Retirement Residence, we kicked off the All-Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A record 125 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

Darlene B. completed all three floors and three wings, setting the bar high for the competition. Her determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that enthusiasm for the Games in Manitoba is second to none!

“The level of energy this morning during our Walk & Roll was enough inspiration to carry us through the week,” said Mr. Allan C., our Chef de Mission.

Opening Ceremony

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Carla Compton, MLA for Tuxedo
Dirk Creighton, Winnipeg Police Service
Tricia Charles, VP of Operations of MB
Mallory Roovers, Northway Pharmacy

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Shaftesbury Park Retirement was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Betty Anne H. beamed with pride and said, “Chocolate is the best theme we have had so far! It is so nice and sweet, literally!”

You can find the Shaftesbury Park Facebook Page here.

Sturgeon Creek I Retirement Residence

The 2025 ASC Seniors Games at Sturgeon Creek 1 Retirement Residence were officially opened by our Chef de Mission’s, Janet. Y and Bernice. K. Athletes and volunteers were joined at the Opening Ceremony by community, business and government dignitaries who shared their encouragement and wished our athletes well in the week ahead. Special guests to the ceremony included:

Nellie Kennedy, MLA Assiniboia
Inspector Max Waddell, Winnipeg Police
Deputy Chief Jay Shaw, Winnipeg Fire and Paramedic
Dr. Doug Eyolfson, Former Liberal Party MP
Jon Einerson, Executive Director Grace Hospital Foundation
Manuel Ortega, Administrative Coordinator Grace Hospital Foundation
Tricia Charles , ASC Vice President of Operations Manitoba.

With the Games officially open everyone at Sturgeon 1 is looking forward to the week ahead of competition. You can feel the excitement in the air!

Walk & Roll Event:

Then, we had 50 residents lace up their shoes, eager to discover their walking limits. The determination was evident, with many residents impressively completing all four floors! Neil Keep was the soundtrack to the event, keep everyone singing and having fun!

Each floor had different special guest “Water Table Representatives” to cheer on our walkers. Merianne our all-star fitness instructor, Buzz and Boomer from the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Jon and Manuel from the Grace Hospital Foundation, Sarah and Naomi from the St. James 55+ Centre, and finally, Alana and Tracey from the Winnipeg Police Service. We thank everyone for joining us on this special opening day!

Sleep well athletes, tomorrow is the first day of competition! Let’s have some fun!

To see photos of the amazing day enjoyed by all at Sturgeon Creek I, have a look at our Facebook Page!

Sturgeon Creek II Retirement Residence

At Sturgeon Creek II Retirement Residence we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 28 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

SC II competed in walking the 4 floors, setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Winnipeg is second to none!

Opening Ceremony Recap

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, included:

Nellie Kennedy
Nellie Kennedy MLA for Assiniboia, Minister of Sport, Culture, Heritage and Tourism
Tricia Charles, Vice President of Operations MB, ASC
Max Waddell, of the Winnipeg Police Service’
Jay Shaw, Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service Deputy Chief
Meagan Fitzpatrick, Education Coordinator, Alzheimer’s Society of MB

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Sturgeon Creek II was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

While toasting the games with chocolate milk, in keeping to our theme of “Life is Like a Box of Chocolates…”, several of the VIPs jumped in to assist in the distribution of the beverages. It just goes to show the true spirit of Winnipeggers’ and is testament to the fact that we are truly a small community that reaches out and helps one another where ever and in whatever way we can!!! Many thanks to our VIPs for your very gracious assistance.

To keep up with the fun, follow the Sturgeon Creek II Facebook page!

Victoria Landing Retirement Residence

At Victoria Landing Retirement Residence, we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 58 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

“All right everyone you know the drill, right … left … right …left, let’s get it done and have fun! “When Mr. Allan L arrived, he set the stage for a fun-filled walk the halls event. His encouragement and sense of humor had everyone cheering before the event even began!

The energy was contagious as Mrs. Millie R and Mrs. Ruth V completed all four floor multiple times, setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Brandon Manitoba is second to none!

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Mayor Jeff Fawcett, City of Brandon City
Glen Parker, Brandon City Councillor – Ward 9
Brandon University Athletes
- Volleyball Team – Samuel, Kale, Cassidy, Grace
- Soccer Team – Josie, Ireland
- Basketball Team – Kaleigh

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Victoria Landing Retirement Residence was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Mrs. Elizabeth C beamed with pride and said, “That was a refreshing morning!”

To see more of fun happening at Victoria Landing, follow their Facebook page!

Ontario Results

Beacon Heights Retirement Residence

At Beacon Heights Retirement, we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 30 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Beacon Heights Retirement completed 5 floors, setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Ottawa, ON is second to none!

Derek Jones gathered all the residents and led the dancing and singing through the halls. According to one enthusiastic participant, “the Irish know how to dance , if we don’t use it, we lose it!”

Opening Ceremony Recap

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Tim Tierney, City Councillor
Joan O’Malley, a retired Canadian public servant who, on November 6, 1964, sewed the first Canadian flag.
Roxane Bertrim , Corporate Liaison for Business Administration, ASC

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Beacon Heights Retirement was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, residents beamed with pride, saying “What a wonderful start to the week.” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

To keep up with the fun at Beacon Heights, follow their Facebook page!

Résidence Beacon Heights

À la résidence Beacon Heights, nous avons démarré les Jeux des aînés All Seniors Care avec une formidable participation à l’événement « Marche et Roule » ! Un total de 30 marcheurs ont relevé le défi avec enthousiasme, prêts à repousser leurs limites et à s’amuser.

L’énergie était palpable alors que les participants ont parcouru cinq étages, établissant ainsi un score impressionnant pour la compétition. Leur détermination et leur esprit de camaraderie ont été une véritable source d’inspiration, confirmant que l’enthousiasme pour les Jeux à Ottawa est indéniable !

Derek Jones a réuni les résidents pour une session de danse et de chant dans les couloirs. L’un des participants a lancé avec humour : « Les Irlandais savent danser ! Si on ne l’utilise pas, on le perd ! »

Cérémonie d’ouverture

Les athlètes et bénévoles se sont rassemblés pour la cérémonie d’ouverture, entourés de figures de la communauté et de dignitaires, notamment :

Tim Tierney, conseiller municipal d’Ottawa
Joan O’Malley, ancienne fonctionnaire canadienne qui a cousu le premier drapeau du Canada le 6 novembre 1964
Roxane Bertrim, agente de liaison d’affaires, ASC

Tous ont pris la parole pour féliciter les résidents et souligner l’importance de ces Jeux pour le bien-être des aînés.

Alors que l’événement touchait à sa fin, les résidents ont exprimé leur enthousiasme en déclarant :
« Quelle merveilleuse façon de commencer la semaine ! »

Des moments comme ceux-ci nous rappellent pourquoi ces Jeux sont si spéciaux. Restez connectés à notre page Facebook pour suivre toute l’action !

Cataraqui Heights Retirement Residence

At Cataraqui Heights, we kicked off the All-Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 50 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Kingston is second to none! The energy was contagious as Karen H. completed 6 floors / 7 hallways, setting the bar high for the competition.

Daily Fun Fact: To burn off a plain M&M candy, you would need to walk the length of a football field.

Opening Ceremony Recap

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests:

Mayor Bryan Paterson
Mark Gerretson, MP
Ted Hsu, MPP, Kingston and the Islands
Benjamin Sommerville, Senior VP Operations, ASC

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Cataraqui Heights was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

The community showed incredible support through dignitaries from the Kingston Police, Volunteers Patrick Kennedy, Sylivia Roetman, and the Frontenacs Hockey Mascot, Barrack, who was smiling, hugging, always waving, high-fiving, and dancing with residents.

As the event wrapped up, Pat L. beamed with pride and said, “This is the best!“ Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

Stay tuned on Facebook for more highlights as the week unfolds!

Cedarcroft Place Retirement Residence

At Cedarcroft Place we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 35 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Marilyn completed all three floors, setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Stratford is second to none!

Opening Ceremony:

When Ferne came down to the opening ceremony she claimed, “I could hardly sleep a wink last night, I was so excited to start this year’s games!”.

Ferne, athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

The Honourable John Nater, Member of Parliament
Constable Darren Fischer, Stratford Police Service
Scott Petrie, Director of Fire Prevention, Stratford Fire Department

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Cedarcroft Place was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

During the entertainment portion of the event, the room was filled with joy as our residents cheered and danced together. A highlight? The ladies took turns dancing with Constable Darren Fischer!

As the event wrapped up, Stuart beamed with pride and said, “What a fun way to spend a morning with friends” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

To keep up with the fun at Cedarcroft Place, follow their Facebook page!

Chapel Hill Retirement Residence

At Chapel Hill Retirement Residence, we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 10 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

Michael C. completed an amazing 10 laps, setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Ottawa is second to none! Meanwhile, resident Cynthia R., who walks laps around the building everyday, helped motivate other residents to join her while she participated in the Walk & Roll. She was able to encourage 5 residents to walk with her!

Opening Ceremony:

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Chapel Hill Retirement Residence was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

We were joined by the lovely Marie-France Lalonde, Member of parliament for Orléans, who helped spread the joy to our residents with her kind words and a small gift!

As the event wrapped up and residents finished their delicious chocolate cupcakes, numerous residents headed straight for the chocolate station to really make the saying “life is like a box of chocolates… you never know what you’re going to get” come to life.

The laughs, the excitement, the friendly competition is what these games are all about. With the Games officially open, everyone at Chapel Hill Retirement Residence is looking forward to the week ahead. You can feel the excitement in the air! To keep up with the fun, follow their Facebook page!

Résidence Chapel Hill

La résidence pour retraités Chapel Hill a donné le coup d’envoi des Jeux des aînés All Seniors Care avec une belle participation à l’événement « Marche et Roule » ! Dix résidents motivés ont relevé le défi, déterminés à tester leur endurance et à repousser leurs limites.

Michael C. a réalisé une performance impressionnante en complétant 10 tours, établissant ainsi un score remarquable pour la compétition. Son énergie et sa détermination ont inspiré toute la communauté, prouvant une fois de plus que l’enthousiasme pour les Jeux à Ottawa est sans égal. De son côté, Cynthia R., une résidente qui marche tous les jours autour du bâtiment, a encouragé d’autres participants à se joindre à elle. Grâce à son enthousiasme contagieux, cinq autres résidents ont accepté de relever le défi à ses côtés.

Cérémonie d’ouverture

Les athlètes et bénévoles se sont rassemblés pour la cérémonie d’ouverture, marquant officiellement le début des Jeux. L’ambiance à Chapel Hill était électrisante, empreinte d’excitation et d’esprit d’équipe !

Nous avons eu l’honneur d’accueillir Marie-France Lalonde, députée d’Orléans, qui a pris le temps d’échanger avec les résidents et de leur offrir un petit cadeau en guise d’encouragement.

À la fin de l’événement, après avoir savouré de délicieux petits gâteaux au chocolat, plusieurs résidents se sont précipités au kiosque à chocolat, incarnant parfaitement le thème de cette année : « La vie, c’est comme une boîte de chocolats… on ne sait jamais sur quoi on va tomber ! »

Les rires, l’enthousiasme et l’esprit de compétition amicale étaient au rendez-vous. Avec les Jeux officiellement lancés, tout le monde à la résidence Chapel Hill attend avec impatience les défis des prochains jours. Suivez notre page Facebook pour ne rien manquer !

Cite Parkway Retirement Residence

At Cité Parkway, we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 12 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Hubert D. completed 3 floors, setting the bar high for the competition. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Ottawa is second to none!

As we settled in for our Walk & Roll Entertainment, Gilles L. decided to add a bit of flair to his look by donning our purple pom-pom as a wig, giving him a lively, spirited style for the games!

Opening Ceremony Recap

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Tim Tierney Ottawa City Councillor of Beacon Hill-Cyrville Ward
Constable Michael Gatti, Ottawa Police Service
Lily Goodman, Chief Operating Officer, All Seniors Care
Amy Richer, VP of Operations for Eastern Ontario (Ottawa), ASC

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead.

Mr. Gilles L. and Mr. Tim Tierney set the bar high while completing the inaugural Corn Hole Toss. Gilles made it an inch away from the hole, while Tim scored on his first try! A friendly handshake was shared after their toss. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Cité Parkway was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Hubert D. – Assistant Chef de Mission, beamed with pride and said, “Goodluck to all athletes, no matter your abilities, may we all have fun!” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special. To keep up with all the amazing happenings and watch videos of the event, visit the residence Facebook page!

Résidence Cité Parkway

La résidence Cité Parkway a célébré le lancement des Jeux des aînés All Seniors Care avec un superbe événement « Marche et Roule » ! Douze participants ont relevé le défi avec enthousiasme, déterminés à tester leur endurance et à dépasser leurs objectifs.

L’énergie était à son comble alors qu’Hubert D. a complété trois étages, établissant un score impressionnant pour la compétition. Son engagement et sa motivation ont inspiré les autres résidents, prouvant une fois de plus que la passion pour les Jeux à Ottawa est inégalée !

Durant l’événement, Gilles L. a apporté une touche d’originalité en transformant un pompon violet en perruque improvisée, insufflant encore plus de joie et de dynamisme aux festivités

Cérémonie d’ouverture

Les athlètes et bénévoles se sont réunis pour la cérémonie d’ouverture, accueillant des invités de marque du milieu communautaire, des affaires et du gouvernement. Parmi eux :

Tim Tierney, conseiller municipal d’Ottawa (quartier Beacon Hill-Cyrville)
Agent Michael Gatti, Service de police d’Ottawa
Lily Goodman, chef de l’exploitation, All Seniors Care
Amy Richer, vice-présidente des opérations pour l’Est de l’Ontario (Ottawa), ASC

Tous ont exprimé leurs félicitations et leurs encouragements aux participants, insufflant un bel esprit de camaraderie et de motivation pour la semaine à venir.

Un moment marquant de la cérémonie a été le duel amical de Cornhole entre Gilles L. et Tim Tierney. Gilles a manqué le trou de justesse, tandis que Tim a marqué du premier coup ! Un échange de poignée de main a suivi, scellant l’instant avec fair-play et humour.

À la fin de l’événement, Hubert D., assistant chef de mission, a exprimé sa fierté et déclaré :
« Bonne chance à tous les athlètes ! Peu importe vos capacités, que l’on s’amuse tous ! »

Ces moments nous rappellent pourquoi ces Jeux sont si précieux. Suivez notre page Facebook pour ne rien manquer !

Courtyards on Eagleson residence.

At The Courtyards, we kicked off the All-Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 55 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

A bagpiper led residents into the opening ceremony with a beautiful performance, setting a wonderful tone for the event. Their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Ottawa is second to none! Everyone enjoyed the music as we walked together—it was a truly special moment! We had a fantastic day filled with joy and celebration.

Opening Ceremony:

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Councillor Allan Hubley
Bonnie Lacroix, Executive Director

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at The Courtyards was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Ted S. beamed with pride and said, “We all have a busy day ahead of us; let’s go for GOLD!” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special. Follow our Facebook page for pictures and videos.

Fox Hollow Retirement Residence

At Fox Hollow Retirement Residence, we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 83 walkers came together from the Senior Apartments, Independent Living, and Memory Care, and took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Audrey Sedley, on the Accordion, and Jean Robinson, on the Ugly Newfie Stick led the walk as a rousing musical duo, setting the tone for the competition. Members of the FH Ukulele Group, their music and infectious spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in London, Ontario is second to none!

During the walk, while most residents took a brief moment to pose for a photo with Friendly the Fox, resident Vi D. stepped up to him with a huge grin, grabbing him tight and pulling him in for a huge hug.

Opening Ceremony:

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Peggy Sattler, Member of Provincial Parliament for London West, and
Mayor Josh Morgan, City of London, who delivered an inspiring greeting.

All, including our special invites and VIP Prospects, extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Fox Hollow Retirement Residence was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

Jim P. proved that this year’s games will be a real challenge for competitors. “Our practicing has really paid off”, Jim exclaimed as he easily – and seemingly effortlessly -sank 3 winning shots during the cornhole demonstration with MPP Peggy Sattler.

As the event wrapped up, Barb L. beamed with pride and said, “I absolutely love all this stuff, it really brings a smile to everyone’s faces. Love, love, love it!”

Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special. Stay tuned to Fox Hollow’s Facebook page for more highlights as the week unfolds!

McCarthy Place Retirement Residence

At McCarthy Place Retirement Residence, we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! We were kept company with some fun and energizing music by the Now & Then Duo.

The energy was contagious as residents danced Residents and staff enjoyed a sing-along to John Denver’s “Country Roads”, creating a unified atmosphere, and truly capturing the team spirit of the games. During the Walk & Roll, their determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Stratford is second to none!

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants., including:

The Honourable John Nater, MP —Perth—Wellington
Stephanie Chu, Director, Development & Special Projects, ASC
Meiko Okutomi, Director, Financial Reporting, ASC

Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at McCarthy Place was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Vera M. beamed with pride and said, “The party has started!” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

Stay tuned for more highlights as the week unfolds! To keep up with the fun at McCarthy Place, follow their Facebook page!

Lakeridge Heights Retirement Residence

At Lakeridge Heights, we kicked off the All Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 40 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

The energy was contagious as Elaine G. completed 3 full laps, setting the bar high for the competition. Her determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that the enthusiasm for the Games in Whitby is second to none!

With boundless enthusiasm and an energy that never wavered, Carmen was the heart of our Walk and Roll event, keeping the spirit high and chants flowing every step of the way. Her unwavering excitement was a true inspiration to everyone around!

“This was such an amazing morning. I have seen and talked to people on this walk that I have never seen before,” said resident Barbara A.

Opening Ceremony:

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Dignitaries, including:

Ryan Turnbull, Member of Parliament for Whitby
Mayor Elizabeth Roy
Hannah Silver, VP of Health and Wellness
Gary Ross, Whitby Lawn Bowling Club

All extended their congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Their words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at Lakeridge Heights was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Diana Lynn beamed with pride and said, “The games are what you make of them. So let get out there and have an amazing week supporting each other.” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

To see all the fun and games at Lakeridge Heights, head on over to their Facebook page!

Summit Heights Retirement Residence

At Summit Heights, we kicked off the All-Seniors Care Seniors Games with an incredible turnout for the Walk & Roll event! A total of 23 walkers took on the challenge, determined to test their endurance and see just how far they could go.

Annie I. completed 10,000 steps, setting the bar high for the competition. Annie’s big smile as she led the walk was a reminder of the ASCSG theme, encouraging us to embrace surprises, create lasting memories, and celebrate the joy of being together.

The walkers’ determination and spirit were an inspiration to all, proving once again that enthusiasm for the Games in Hamilton, Ontario, is second to none!

Opening Ceremony:

Athletes and volunteers gathered for the Opening Ceremony, joined by esteemed guests from the community, business sector, and government. Father Dominic from Our Lady of the Assumption Parish extended his congratulations and well wishes to the participants. Everyone’s words of encouragement set the perfect tone for an exciting week ahead. With the Games officially open, the atmosphere at was electric with excitement and camaraderie!

As the event wrapped up, Harry Chapman beamed with pride and said, “Let the Fun Begin!” Moments like these remind us why these Games are so special.

To keep up with the fun at Summit Heights, follow their Facebook page!