What is Age-Friendly Candle Lake?
- An age-friendly community in Saskatchewan is one that adapts its structures, services, and social environments to support healthy, active, and independent aging. Led by the Saskatchewan Seniors Mechanism (SSM), these communities prioritize accessible transportation, safe housing, well-lit infrastructure, and social inclusion for seniors.
- Our goal is to make our community a better, healthier and safer places for our residents to live and thrive - something our whole community can be proud of!
What does an “age-friendly” community look like?
- Everyday life is easier and better for everyone, whether that is getting around town, staying socially connected, finding the right support, or simply enjoying our outdoor spaces.
- It is about helping people stay in their homes longer, remain independent, and feel part of the community.
Did you know? Much of this work is already underway!
- From securing funding to support volunteer services, to improving transportation ideas, to growing community connections, there is real momentum building.
- Our Age Friendly Community is a volunteer group that meets once a month and is focused on creating a safe and vibrant community for all ages, as well as building strong community connections that lead to opportunities for intergenerational interaction and collaboration.
Age-friendly local services and supports available in Candle Lake:
- Health Centre with a part-time Physician and full-time Nurse Practitioner
- Social Prescribing Program and a Community Connector
- Foot care nurse who provides in-home care
- Medical First Responders and volunteer Fire Department led by an experienced Fire Chief
- Community Safety Officers who work closely with the RCMP
- AEDs in various locations
- Candle Lake Library, a branch of the Wapiti Library system.
- Candle Lite Slimmers, a supportive group focused on healthy living and encouragement
Simple ways to stay connected and involved in the community:
- Welcome Back to the Lake information day held each May
- Monthly Bingos at the Community Hall
- Numerous opportunities to volunteer and make a difference in our community: Lake Life Volunteer, Sport, Culture, and Recreation Board, Trails Advisory Board
- Places of Worship – Roman Catholic and Community Church services
- Active Seniors North of 50 Group
- Communities in Bloom organization run by volunteers
- Chamber of Commerce
- Mystical Forest, a walking adventure for all ages
- Serenity Garden located at the Community Church
- Annual Canada Day celebration
- Volunteer Citizens on Patrol group
- Sportsman League, range and range clubhouse
- Dinner Theatre
- Annual Trunk or Treat event
Ways to stay active:
- 16 kilometers of walking/cycling trails within the Village area
- Badminton group
- Pickleball Club
- Quilting, art, cardmaking and scrapbooking clubs,
- Curling Club
- Community Garden
- Sno-Drifters Snowmobile Club who maintain over 350 km of trails and warm up shelters
- Dog parks for large and small dogs.
- FOREVER….in motion group.
- Yoga classes
- Tae Kwon Do Club
- Fishing in both summer and winter
Get involved
- This initiative is all about community. Whether you are interested in volunteering, attending events, or just staying informed, there is a place for you. Contact the Resort Village at info@candlelake.ca
- Together, we are building a Candle Lake where people can age actively, safely, and with dignity—and where everyone benefits.