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This recognition celebrates the Town’s contributions toward making a more accessible and inclusive community for all ages and abilities

On January 18, 2026, the Town of Ajax was recognized as an Age-Friendly Community by the Ontario Government at the Rural Ontario Municipalities Association (ROMA) Conference.

An age-friendly community is one where people of all ages can live safely, stay healthy and feel connected. Ajax has made meaningful investments to support residents by:

  • Installing dedicated charging stations for personal mobility devices in all Town buildings.
  • Installing an accessible lift and transfer equipment in the Audley Recreation Centre change room.
  • Developing a comprehensive Community Resource Guide and Age-Friendly webpage to support better access to community supports and information.
  • Delivering more than 28 new free programs and workshops for older residents.
  • Aging Well Month is celebrated every June – Ajax recognizes the role that older adults play in our community all month long with various free activities.

Ajax continues to work toward making the town a more accessible and inclusive space for people of all ages and abilities.

Quotes

“As our community grows, we remain committed to providing services that support aging in place and enhance quality of life for residents of all ages. This recognition reaffirms the progress we’ve made toward becoming a more age-friendly community. Thank you to all staff who work to ensure that we are creating a space that’s more accessible and inclusive.” – Shaun Collier, Mayor and CEO, Town of Ajax

“An age-friendly community supports older adults by continually improving accessible spaces and opportunities to participate in community life. I am proud to have been a part of this achievement and continue to help build a space where everyone can age with dignity, independence and a sense of belonging.” – Laura Tegelberg, Policy and Community Support Coordinator, Recreation & Culture, Town of Ajax

Quick Facts

  • The Ontario Age-Friendly Community Recognition Ceremony was held on January 18, 2026, and coincided with the 2026 Rural Ontario Municipalities Association (ROMA) conference.
  • Age-friendly communities create more inclusive physical and social environments that support older adults to live safely, enjoy good health and stay active and involved.
  • Ajax was recognized for its achievements in building spaces that are more inclusive of older adults.
  • Ajax joined the World Health Organization global network of age-friendly communities in 2021. The Town has been working towards implementing the Age-Friendly Ajax Community Plan and actively participates in the Ontario Age-Friendly Communities Network.
  • June is Aging Well Month – stay tuned for more information on this year’s programming!

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