Author: Over 55
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Over 55 2021 AGM
Welcome to our 2021 virtual AGM. If you have any questions or need help in accessing this content, please email info@o55.ca.
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The Longevity Economy
During 2020/2021, Over 55 received a Labour Market Partnership Grant from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development to research and make recommendations for a Longevity Economy, where individuals age 55+ could be engaged to participate in the work force longer. This project is now complete, and you can download a copy of the report…
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June 2021 Newsletter
June brought a tragic reminder of just how much needs to be done to combat racism, acts of hate, and Islamophobia. As thousands of people, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, gathered June 8th in solidarity, a message from the London Muslim Mosque on its website highlighted next steps: “We will be calling for an immediate…
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Mar/Apr 2021 Newsletter
COVID Update In response to the surge in COVID cases and hospitalizations, a provincewide stay-at-home order was issued effective Thursday April 8th. This requires everyone to remain at home, except for essential purposes. Updated regulations are posted on the Middlesex London Health Unit website. The vaccine rollout is also continuing, with updated information which you can…
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February 2021 Newsletter
We hope that you had a Happy Valentine’s Day and that you and your loved ones are staying safe and connected, as we continue to follow COVID 19 rules and regulations. Mark your Calendars February is Black History Month. To mark the occasion, London Police Service celebrated its Trailblazing Award winners with a virtual event…
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January 2021 Newsletter
The new year has brought new challenges, as the province imposed a lockdown beginning January 14th to help prevent the spread of COVID. This requires everyone to remain at home except for essential purposes including:
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Over 55 December 2020 Newsletter
From our families to yours, we would like to extend our best wishes for the holidays. While the pandemic has made 2020 a very challenging year, our wish is that for all of us 2021 will bring hope, peace and joy. For our December newsletter, we are including some great safety tips from our friends…
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November 2020 Newsletter
November 2020 Newsletter November is a time of remembrance for those who have served their country. We would like to express our gratitude to the men and women who have given so much in times of war and peace to help us live in this wonderful community.
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October 2020 Newsletter
What’s New at Over 55: Fall is here! And with the arrival of the cooler weather, it’s time to turn our thoughts to those fall projects you may have been considering. Although the pandemic has meant challenges to the way things are done, it’s still important to keep on top of maintenance projects. And Over…
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OTF Grow Grant Summary
Thank You OTF! With the pandemic impacting so many communities around the world, we would like to take this opportunity to reflect on a positive end to our OTF Grow Grant. In 2017, Over 55 Skills At Work was awarded an Ontario Trillium Foundation Grow Grant. The $397,000 was invested into our organization to help…