Working Draft for:
Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday May 4th, 2017 8:35 am
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-Wallebeck
This week we focus on: International Day of Older Persons
"The United Nations International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP) takes a stand against ageism by drawing attention to and challenging negative stereotypes and misconceptions about older persons and ageing.
Ageism is a widely prevalent and prejudicial attitude that stems from the assumption that age discrimination, and sometimes neglect and abuse of older persons is a social norm and therefore, acceptable. It is a reality in some form in all societies, and finds expression in individuals’ attitudes, institutional and policy practices, as well as media representation that devalue and exclude older persons. In 2014, Governments around the world adopted a resolution at the Economic and Social Council that recognized ageism as “the common source of, the justification for and the driving force behind age discrimination.”
Such discrimination shapes how older persons are treated and perceived by their societies, including in medical settings and workplaces, creating environments that limit older persons’ potential and impact their health and well-being. The failure to tackle ageism undermines older persons’ rights and hinders their contributions to social, economic, cultural and political life"
Independence, participation, care, self fulfillment and dignity.
Be it resolved that October 1st each year would be the International Day of Older Persons in Preeceville.
"Our strength as a community is how we provide for our seniors and how we teach our youth. This, balanced with quality of life for the rest of our population, is what Preeceville and area is all about. We are proud to be a community in Saskatchewan"
http://www.un.org/en/events/olderpersonsday/index.shtml
"New census data released shows that Saskatchewan’s population is younger than the Canadian average.
“Saskatchewan’s future has never been brighter as shown in today’s release of census data indicating that we have one of the youngest populations in Canada,” Economy Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “Having one of the youngest populations in Canada shows that Saskatchewan continues to be a great place to live, work, do business and to raise a family, attracting tens of thousands of new residents from across Canada and around the world over the past decade.”
Saskatchewan has more children 14 years of age and younger than seniors 65 years of age and older, compared to Canada where the opposite is true – more seniors than young people.
Saskatchewan has the highest proportion of young people, aged 14 and below, among provinces and also had the highest growth in that age group between 2011 and 2016, growing from 19.1 per cent to 19.6 per cent.
Saskatchewan has the second lowest proportion of seniors among provinces, aged 65 and older, behind Alberta; and the lowest growth in seniors between 2011 and 2016, increasing from 14.9 per cent to 15.5 per cent.
Saskatchewan has the second lowest average age among provinces, behind Alberta; and had the lowest increase in average age in Canada from 39.0 in 2011 to 39.1 in 2016. The Canadian average age increased from 40.1 to 41.0"
“Saskatchewan’s future has never been brighter as shown in today’s release of census data indicating that we have one of the youngest populations in Canada,” Economy Minister Jeremy Harrison said. “Having one of the youngest populations in Canada shows that Saskatchewan continues to be a great place to live, work, do business and to raise a family, attracting tens of thousands of new residents from across Canada and around the world over the past decade.”
Saskatchewan has more children 14 years of age and younger than seniors 65 years of age and older, compared to Canada where the opposite is true – more seniors than young people.
Saskatchewan has the highest proportion of young people, aged 14 and below, among provinces and also had the highest growth in that age group between 2011 and 2016, growing from 19.1 per cent to 19.6 per cent.
Saskatchewan has the second lowest proportion of seniors among provinces, aged 65 and older, behind Alberta; and the lowest growth in seniors between 2011 and 2016, increasing from 14.9 per cent to 15.5 per cent.
Saskatchewan has the second lowest average age among provinces, behind Alberta; and had the lowest increase in average age in Canada from 39.0 in 2011 to 39.1 in 2016. The Canadian average age increased from 40.1 to 41.0"
Older Wiser Driver Guide
It helps you assess your driving practices and provides suggestions to make your driving safer.
https://www.sgi.sk.ca/pdf/older_wiser.pdf
Discover Preeceville's Trails on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Oxayo2IfHo
"Saskatchewan is a vast province, home to fantastic landscapes, incredible sights, and many hidden gems; the trails around Preeceville are proof of that. We travel to one such gem, the Ushta Valley, just outside the town Endeavour. Fortunately for you, this is one snowmobiling secret that's just too good to keep to yourself"
"The decision to get behind the wheel after drinking may be 1 of the costliest choices you'll ever make" Know the consequences! https://www.sgi.sk.ca/individuals/safety/drugs/consequences.html
Events:
- Time for that Spring Walk> http://www.saskatchewaninmotion.ca/
- The prairie crocus (Anemone patens), is the first plant to bloom on the prairie each year. The true harbinger of spring, its mauve petals dot the still drab prairie landscape, often before the last winter have melted. By blooming so early, the crocus assures itself of the complete attention of available pollinators - small bees and other insects. Its seeds can then ripen by early June and if moisture is available they will germinate right away. If the prairie is too dry the seeds will go dormant, then germinate the following spring. The price for this early flowering strategy is occasional failure of the seed crop. Severe frosts (-5 to -10C) during flowering can limit seed production"
http://www.naturenorth.com/spring/flora/crocus/Prairie_Crocus2.html
Many, many photo's of Saskatchewan Crocus:
https://www.google.ca/search?q=crocus+saskatchewan&safe=active&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjZrMC2ibPTAhVk5oMKHUpXCOoQsAQIQQ&biw=1344&bih=723#spf=1
- Ongoing - Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jack-Pot is now at $2,765 Watch their Ad's. Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/
- May 27th - Town of Preeceville Community Wide Garage Sale
- In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available.
- And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca
- CANADA 150 CELEBRATION - PREECEVILLE Strong, Proud and Free
In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available.
Canada’s 150th website: http://canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740/1342793251811
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