Celebrating Albertans who step up for seniors

Oct 28, 2025

Alberta’s government is honouring outstanding Albertans who support the province’s seniors at the 2024-25 Minister’s Seniors Service Awards.

Each year, Alberta’s government celebrates the individuals and organizations that go out of their way to support Alberta’s seniors through the Minister’s Senior Service Awards. Award recipients exemplify compassion, dedication and leadership in their communities, providing vital support and connection for the Albertans who have helped build Alberta into the province we enjoy today. From delivering meals and transportation services to organizing social programs and championing seniors’ rights, their efforts enrich lives and strengthen Alberta’s communities.

“I want to congratulate this year’s award recipients and thank you for the incredible work you do every day to support Alberta’s seniors. Your service reflects the very best of our province and has made a difference in the lives of countless seniors and communities across the province.”

Jason Nixon, Minister of Assisted Living and Social Services

In total, 18 recipients received awards in 2024-25. The 2024-25 award recipients are:

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

• Daphne Anstey-Martin
• Vicky Beauchamp
• Ali Cada
• Gar Gar
• Kiran Randhawa
• Ann Stewart
• Luanne Whitmarsh

NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION AWARDS

• Calgary Heritage Housing and Silvera for Seniors
• Concerts in Care
• FuseSocial
• Lethbridge Dopamine Boxing
• Tofield Golden Club
• Volunteer Airdrie

BUSINESS AWARD

• M&M Food Market Sherwood Park

COMMUNITY PHILANTHROPY IN ACTION AWARD

• Wing Kei Care Centres

BRIDGING GENERATIONS AWARD

• Seniors for Kids Society

ALICE MODIN AWARDS

• Jenny Laderoute
• Norman McLeod

Recipients were honoured at a ceremony at Government House during the Day of Older Persons in Alberta. Established by Alberta’s government in 2018, the Day of Older Persons in Alberta honours the valuable contributions of older Albertans, raising awareness of their interests and concerns, and addressing misconceptions about older persons and aging.

Quick facts

• Recipients were selected based on the following criteria:
  • the positive impact nominees have on seniors and their communities
  • the need for the service they provide
  • the quality, diversity and originality of their service
• Since the inaugural awards in 1998, the Minister’s Seniors Service Awards has honoured 181 organizations and individuals.
• The Alice Modin Award recognizes a senior individual or couple for their exceptional commitment to their community and our province through long-term volunteer service.

Related information

• More information about the awards and this year’s recipients

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