Cameco Corporation, Blind River’s uranium refinery and largest employer, hosted a seniors’ luncheon and volunteer dinner in appreciation of the groups and their ongoing work in the community.
The luncheon was held on Nov. 28 with the dinner taking place on Nov. 29.
Mayor Sally Hagman took the opportunity to thank the groups for the work they do in Blind River throughout the year and also thanked town employees for their work.
“When I look around the room, I see youth and vitality and certainly not a group of people ready to spend their days just taking naps – not to knock napping, it is one of my favourite pastimes! I see you curling, skating, skiing, walking, gardening, fishing, golfing, playing pickle ball and baseball. I see you enjoying your hobbies and I see your passion for doing the things that you like best! I see you engaged in our community,” the mayor said at the luncheon.
The mayor acknowledged the work of seniors and urged residents to join senior volunteers at the many levels of service they provide to Blind River.
“If you are ever wondering if you could participate further as a volunteer, just ask Darlene Wilkins, Bea Jensen, your legion members or myself. The Community Services outreach program at the North Shore Health Network is always looking for volunteers for Meals on Wheels and Transportation programs. The health centre auxiliary is always looking for volunteers to help with their programs. The Chamber of Commerce can always use your help with their community initiatives. I could always use your assistance as one of our community champions,” the mayor added in her speech at the luncheon.
“You give your time, energy, commitment and passion to our community and without you, Blind River quite simply would not be able to provide the community initiatives which are so needed and greatly appreciated by both our residents and our visitors,” Mayor Hagman told those attending the dinner.
The mayor also thanked town employees for their ongoing work under the guidance of CAO-Clerk Katie Scott. She said employees were called out early to clean streets and sidewalks and to make them safe during the record snowfall last winter.
She also acknowledged Cameco workers for their beautification projects in Blind River and their support for the community, including hosting the luncheon and dinner.