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Welcome to SSM!

SSM acknowledges that we live and work on the territory of Treaties 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 10, and the Homeland of the Métis.

We pay our respects to the traditional caretakers of this land.

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Age-Friendly Communities is a global movement with a goal of making communities safer, smarter, healthier, happier, more inclusive places for all people to live and thrive.

Age-Friendly Saskatchewan works with SK communities with this goal in mind.

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SSM (Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism) ~ a non-profit, volunteer organization working toward quality of life for all older adults in Saskatchewan.

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Any donation over $15.00 will receive a charitable receipt.

To donate via Interac e-transfer

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We’re gearing up for

SSM’s Conference 2026 –

Transforming the Future – Older Adults Seize the Day

Note: It’s in three sessions this year!

Sessions will be via Zoom from 9:00 a.m. to Noon on the following dates:

April 21 – Beyond Ageism – Rockin’ in the New World

April 28 – Health Care – Rockin’ the Boat

May 12 – Life Satisfaction as We Age – Older Adults Rock On

More info on our Conference webpage.

Nominations are now open

for Celebrating Seniors 2026, to be held Sunday, September 27.

Details on the Celebrating Seniors page.

Nominations must be received by Friday, June 12, 2026!

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