Six Nations Elected Council to host seniors’ Christmas dinner next month

Six Nations Elected Council has approved more than $31,000 to host a dedicated seniors’ Christmas dinner next month. Debra Jonathan, Chief Operations Officer said the decision came as a response to community concerns about access to holiday hampers and the isolation many Elders face during the winter season. She presented the plan at the November 17 Six Nations Elected Council’s (SNEC) General Finance meeting and outlined plans for a full sit-down celebration. The event is scheduled for Monday, December 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mont Hill Golf and Country Club. Jonathan told council the initiative is a coordinated effort among SNEC programs after feedback showed seniors struggled last year with applying for Christmas baskets, arranging pickup, storing frozen turkeys and preparing large meals. She said community members…

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