January 4, 2000
To: Economic Development and Parks Committee
From: Joe Halstead, Commissioner Economic Development, Culture and Tourism
Subject: Festivals Regarding the International Year of the Older Persons
All Wards
Purpose:
To report on events and activities that took place to celebrate International Year of Older Persons
Financial Implications and Impact Statement:
There were no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.
Recommendations:
It is recommended that this report be received for information.
Background:
The United Nations designated 1999 as the International Year of the Older Persons. The goals of
the year were to enhance understanding, harmony and mutual support across generations; to increase
recognition of seniors' contributions to their families and communities; and to encourage all sectors
of society to be responsive to the ageing population.
Canada's theme for 1999 International Year of the Older Persons was "Canada is a society for all
ages". The City of Toronto had its International Year of the Older Persons kick off in October, 1998,
at Toronto City Hall. This event was officiated by Mayor Mel Lastman.
To mark this important year, City Council organized a senior task force with representation from all
districts. The task force made fifty-five recommendations, which are being implemented.
At the June 21, 1999, meeting of Economic Development and Parks Committee, a report was
requested on the events which took place to mark the International Year of the Older Persons and
how the City could support these types of activities. A detailed list of events held in 1999 in the
various Districts is attached.
Conclusions:
Staff became involved with the various Seniors Groups and Centres and co-ordinated the activities
for the enjoyment of all Older Persons during the year.
Contact:
Gary W. Stoner
Director, Parks and Recreation, East District
Telephone: (416) 396-4490
Facsimile: (416) 396-4957
email: gstoner@toronto.ca
Joe Halstead
Commissioner Economic Development, Culture and Tourism Department
List of Attachments:
Attachment No. 1 - Special Event Listing
Parks and Recreation
International Year of the Older Person
| EVENT |
DATE |
LOCATION |
DESCRIPTION |
| CENTRAL DISTRICT |
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| Christmas Party |
December 16 |
John Innes |
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| Christmas Dinner |
December 8 |
St. Lawrence |
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| EAST DISTRICT |
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| Winterfest Luncheon |
January 20 |
Mid Scarborough |
Welcoming of the IYOP |
| Winterfest Luncheon |
January 20 |
L'Amoreaux |
Welcoming of the IYOP |
| Winterfest Luncheon |
January 22 |
Port Union |
Welcoming of the IYOP |
| Brit's Pub Lunch |
February 9 |
Mid Scarborough |
IYOP are traveling in 1999 |
| Volunteers Luncheon |
February 23 |
Port Union |
IYOP volunteer appreciation |
| Pancake Day |
February 30 |
Scarborough Village |
IYOP Celebrating Canada |
| Volunteer Appreciation |
March 9 |
Scarborough Village |
IYOP volunteer appreciation |
| Volunteer Lunch |
March 21 |
Mid Scarborough |
IYOP volunteer appreciation |
| 2nd Annual Talent Show
Luncheon |
May 19 |
Mid Scarborough |
IYOP Seniors Talent Show |
| Seniors Showcase |
June 10 and 11 |
Scarborough Town Centre/All
Centres |
IYOP "Movin' to the Millenium" |
| Seniors Games Banquet |
June 23 |
Scarborough Village |
Awards presentation of medal
and IYOP pins |
| BBQ |
June 17 |
Stan Wadlow |
1900-1999 Approaching the
Millennium and the IYOP |
| 15th Anniversary Open House |
September 17 |
Port Union |
IYOP celebration |
| Luncheon |
November |
Scarborough Village |
IYOP luncheon |
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| NORTH DISTRICT |
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| Seniors Games and Dinner |
May/June |
Various locations |
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| Kickoff Luncheon |
June 21 |
Lawrence Heights |
One week of free programming
for seniors |
| Health Fair |
June 22 |
Lawrence Heights |
|
| Trip to Wards Island |
June 23 |
Lawrence Heights |
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| Recreational Fair - Activities and
Demos |
June 24 |
Lawrence Heights |
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| BBQ and Closing |
June 25 |
Lawrence Heights |
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| Canada Celebrations |
|
Broadlands |
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| East Don Path Party |
June 6 |
East Don Path |
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| Summer BBQ |
|
Earl Bales |
BBQ with IYOP Theme |
| Art in the Park |
|
Earl Bales |
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| Pot Luck Luncheon |
October 2 |
Lawrence Heights |
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| SOUTH DISTRICT |
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| IYOP Event |
August 14 |
JJP Community Centre |
Celebrate IYOP |
| IYOP Event |
December 21 |
Rose Avenue |
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| WEST DISTRICT |
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| Computer Buddies Program |
April 12 |
Syme |
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| Volunteer Appreciation |
April 29 |
Fairfield |
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| Attic Treasures |
May 1 |
Fairfield |
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| Intergenerational Pancake Breakfast |
May 5 |
Syme |
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| Seniors Games Euchre Tournament |
May 6 |
Fairfield |
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| Fashion Show |
May 7 |
Thistletown |
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| The Signing Redmen Dinner and
Concert |
May 12 |
Thistletown |
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| Seniors Games Shuffleboard
Tournament |
May 18 |
Thistletown |
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| Teddy Bears Picnic |
May 19 |
Syme |
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| Seniors Games Bid Euchre
Tournament |
May 20 |
Thistletown |
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| Niagara Adventure Tour |
May 20 |
York-Fairbank |
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| Seniors Safety Fair |
May 26 |
Thistletown |
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| Seniors Awareness Workshop |
May 27 |
Fairfield |
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| 5K Walk |
May 29 |
York-Fairbank |
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| Seniors Art Show |
June |
Fairfield |
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| Activity Fair for Seniors |
June 1 |
Thistletown |
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| Art Show Reception |
June 3 |
Fairfield |
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| Annual Outdoor Garage Sale |
June 5 |
Homer Avenue |
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| Casino Rama |
June 8 |
York-Fairbank |
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| Seniors Health Fair |
June 10 |
York-Fairbank |
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| Seniors Showcase '99 |
June 14 |
Cloverdale Mall |
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| BBQ Lunch and Entertainment |
June 18 |
Thistletown |
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| Wards Island Day Trip |
June 22 |
York-Fairbank |
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| Annual BBQ |
June 24 |
Homer Avenue |
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| Strawberry Social |
June 25 |
York-Fairbank |
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| Multi-Cultural Festival |
June 26 |
York-Fairbank |
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| Evening BBQ |
July 22 |
Homer Avenue |
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| Greater Toronto Area Seniors
Games |
August 19 |
Various |
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| Life Long Learner Program |
September |
Syme |
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| Welcome Back BBQ |
September 9 |
Fairfield |
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| Corn Roast |
September 10 |
Thistletown |
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| Greater Toronto Area Seniors
Games - Awards |
September 22 |
Elmbank |
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| Annual Cribbage Tournament |
October 23 |
Homer Avenue |
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| WEST DISTRICT
continued |
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| Halloween Luncheon |
October 29 |
Thistletown |
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| Fall Bazaar |
November 1 |
Thistletown |
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| Christmas Tinsel Tea |
November 20 |
Homer Avenue |
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| Christmas Lunch and Carol Sing |
December 10 |
Homer Avenue |
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| Christmas Lunch |
December 10 |
Thistletown |
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| Volunteer Appreciation |
December 15 |
Thistletown |
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