A snap election in February has made voting more complicated especially for older Ontarians who may find it difficult to get to the polling stations.

In case you are still wondering about basics, our riding is Etobicoke North, our polling station is at Kingsview Public School and voting day is February 27. For information about voting in our riding on the day, or in advance check with Elections Ontario. Weather may be the deciding factor for early voting so check the weather reports.

If you are unable to get to the polling station you can request to vote at home. Call  the local election office (1-833-705-3204) at Woodbine Centre to book a home visit.

Some of us are interested in voting strategically. Check out votewell.ca or notoneseat.ca for advice.

Last Saturday Islington Vertical Village hosted an activity for the little ones in the building, as well as the  grandchildren and great-grandchildren of residents. There was an opportunity for each child to colour animal masks, make a three-dimensional pumpkin and an autumn wreath. These craft afternoons are always a treat, as much for the adults as for the kids.

Autumn has arrived, and our cottaging residents are back home, and beginning to engage in the social activites here.  Drop by the bistro on weekday afternoons for a break and some conversation. While the weather is suitable, you may like to join us at the fountain deck on Friday afternoons for happy hour. Everyone is welcome to join in. Come as you are.

Take a look at the recent items added to our IVV website

SAFE: Senior Adult Fitness Exercises – Exercise program for seniors
developed by the McGill University Health Centre.  The program is divided into four levels. Start with the first and move up if it seems easy.

Reverse Diabetes OHIP covers the cost of this 12 week program addressing type 2 diabetes. It is run online with virtual doctor visits, group support groups, information sessions, etc.

Power Over Pain Portal – Your pain is real and you are not alone. Power Over Pain provides you with access to resources, courses, peer support and much more, so that you can control your pain. This is a free program.

What’s up with COVID-19 this fall?

If you look around you might think that the pandemic is over. The first 25 minutes of this video contains  recent expert thinking about where we are in Ontario regarding COVID-19.