What’s good in Peterborough? Nominations open for the 2025 ‘Grandparent of the Year Award’

A longstanding program that connects generations is back, with the 2025 Grandparent of the Year Award set to be presented in June.

For 37 years, Community Care Peterborough has encouraged kids to celebrate the wisdom, kindness and influence of a grandparent, elder or special older person by nominating him or her for the award, which is again presented in partnership with The Gardens of Peterborough Retirement Residences.

Nomination packages have been sent to local elementary schools but are also available for download at www.commcareptbo.org.

Community Care director of donor and public relations Chris LeBlanc says the initiative serves to remind us of the continued positive impact older adults have on young people.

LeBlanc says the program speaks well to Community Care’s mission of empowering independence and affirming the dignity of older adults.

Noting some 200 submissions are typically received, LeBlanc says kids are excited at the opportunity to rave about the older adults in their lives.

The award ceremony will be held June 4th at Royal Gardens Retirement Residence, with a winner and honourable mention recipient, awarded in two categories – primary (Grades 1 to 3) and junior (Grades 4 to 8).

(Written by: Paul Rellinger)