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26 THE ASSINIBOIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE • FALL 2024 A S S I N I B O I A C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C E Community Builder Award Winner: Sturgeon Creek 1 Retirement Residence Sturgeon Creek 1 is an all-inclu- sive and fully accessible retirement community with modern amenities geared toward active lifestyles. Their knowledgeable, and compassionate staff provide a superior level of care and attention to residents' needs 24/7 in a warm, supportive and pet-friend- ly environment. The location, along the picturesque Sturgeon Creek and near the Grace Hospital and their many organized activities contribute to a strong sense of community. "It is an honour to be recognized for this award. At All Seniors Care we strive every day to support vibrant, active, and healthy lifestyles for our tenants. A heart felt thank you to all our local community partners and to our political leaders who got involved at all of our facilities for the All Seniors Care Senior Games," says Wanda Metro, executive director of Sturgeon Creek 1. Innovator of the Year Winner: First Rank SEO First Rank SEO offers marketing solutions to medium and large-sized companies by helping generate leads from their websites. They create custom campaigns geared specifically to a client's needs. By checking results on a regular basis and making necessary adjustments, First Rank SEO ensures that a website continues to achieve ever-better rank- ings. First Rank's trailblazing spirit and hunger for lifelong learning have distinguished it as a highly regarded innovator in the industry. "We are very humbled and appreciative to be recognized for our innovations by the Assiniboia Chamber of commerce. It's very motivating for our entire team to see that our hard work is gaining recognition from the business community at large," says Jacob Kettner, principal at First Rank SEO. Non-Profit of the Year Winner: St. James Assiniboia 55+ Centre The St. James Assiniboia 55+ Centre is an independently operated, charitable non-profit organization which helps community members improve their lives through a variety of educational, recreational, health and social opportunities. The Centre offers professional health services, fitness opportunities, recreational events, outings and volunteer opportunities. "Winning the Non-Profit of the Year award is a testament to our dedication to fostering communi- ty and enhancing the lives of older adults in St. James. This recognition inspires us to continue our mission of providing essential services and creating meaningful connections. We are grateful for the support of our community and partners, which makes our work possible," says Sarah Buchan, executive director of the St. James Assiniboia 55+ Centre. continued from page 24 St James Assinoiboia 55+ staff (Submitted)