MPP Clark and MP Barrett to Host First-Ever Seniors Expo on June 9

Event open to all seniors and features 10 presenters and more than 20 exhibitors!

Brockville – To celebrate Seniors Month, Steve Clark, MPP for Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes, and Michael Barrett, MP for Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands-Rideau Lakes are teaming up to host their first-ever Seniors Expo.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at New Hope Church, 1811 Second Concession, Brockville. MPP Clark and MP Barrett thanked Seniors Support Services-LLG for their help in organizing the Expo.

“I’m really looking forward to this great day of information and engagement to help us celebrate Seniors Month,” said MPP Clark. “It’s a terrific opportunity to showcase the many activities available locally to keep seniors healthy, active, and connected to our community.”

“This Seniors Expo is a wonderful way to bring the community together, share helpful resources that support seniors and their families, and recognize the incredible contributions of our seniors,” said MP Barrett. “I’m looking forward to the conversations and connecting with our community.”

The Seniors Expo features over 20 exhibitors and the following lineup of presenters:

• Kristopher Fournier – Leeds Grenville Paramedic Service
• Samantha Peters & Christine Bowlby – Brockville General Hospital’s Hospital-To-Home Program
• Harsh Patel – Parkedale Pharmacy
• Mark Werner – Brockville 50+ Activity Centre
• Bryan Edgeley – YMCA of Eastern Ontario
• Natalie Aitken – Stroke Network of Eastern Ontario
• Lisa Mercier – Rideau Community Health Services Dental Health Programs
• Ainslie Coleman, Barrister and Solicitor – Wills and Powers of Attorney
• Melissa Hindman, United Way Leeds & Grenville – Volunteerism
• Ontario Provincial Police Const. Joey Mason – Fraud Prevention

There will also be Body Breaks during the day with Jo-Anne Hanley and Kim Ducharme, as well as refreshments and a light lunch for attendees. There is no cost to attend, and the event is open to all seniors. Those planning to attend are encouraged to register by email at: michael.barrett@parl.gc.ca or steve.clark@pc.ola.org.