Linda Lacroix Named Lake of Bays Senior of the Year for 2025

(LAKE OF BAYS, ON) On June 10, 2025, in celebration and recognition of Seniors Month, Mayor Terry Glover and Councilor Jacqueline Godard presented the Ontario Senior of the Year Award to Linda Lacroix of Lake of Bays.  

This honour recognizes Linda’s outstanding volunteer service and meaningful contributions to our community. Linda has been an active volunteer in numerous organizations, dedicating countless hours to improving the sense of community in the Township of Lake of Bays. Linda, whose volunteer efforts exemplify community spirit and leadership, also spearheads numerous initiatives including organizing local women’s luncheons.  

Linda is a dedicated volunteer to a number of community groups, including; 
- The Horticultural Society 
- St. Kateri Church 
- Lake of Bays Curing Club 

Mayor Glover, Council, and Staff would like to extend their congratulations to Linda and thank her for the continuous commitment to our community. 

About the Ontario Senior of the Year Award: 
Established in 1994, the Ontario Senior of the Year Award is an annual recognition program that allows each municipality in the province to honour one local senior who has contributed to enriching the social, cultural, or civic life of their community. 

QUOTE: 

“She an amazing volunteer, who manages to bring people together, and I'm proud to do this.” - Councilor Jacqueline Godard, who nominated Linda for the Senior of the Year award. 
 

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