Editor: I would like to convey my sincerest appreciation and thanks to everyone involved for the special honour bestowed on me and David Esworthy, in representing the 91原创s as in 2012.

Words cannot describe the loving and friendly welcome given at the recent presentations at the 91原创 Seniors Centre. Thanks to the organizers, nominating committee, staff and volunteers, City and Township mayors and councillors, MLAs Mary Polak and Rich Coleman, Jim McGregor, our chauffeur Rene, City firefighters and the RCMP.

Thanks also to local newspaper reporters and editors who have kept the public informed.

To be able to help in the many worthwhile volunteer positions in both 91原创s and neighbouring municipalities is an excellent opportunity to 鈥減ay it forward鈥� and give back. Together we are proving that 91原创 is indeed 鈥渢he place to be鈥� for people of every age, race, religion and ethnic culture.

As senior of the year, I will do my very best to represent our communities, which have been very dear to my heart since moving here in 1953. Thank you again for this honoured and momentous privilege.

Toots Tucker,

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