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Parkland Riverview, Vimy Court, Parkland Antigonish & Parkland Truro<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This summer, our communities celebrated remarkable milestones: the birthdays of residents whose lives embody courage, kindness, and lasting commitment to others. Each celebration unfolded like chapters in a shared story: one of resilience, joy, and a legacy that continues to inspire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The journey began at Royal Court in Riverview, N.B., where more than 100 people gathered to honour Herb Brand on his 100th birthday. A proud World War II veteran admired for his passion for golf and his generous spirit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In Antigonish, N.S., friends and family marked Gwen Hooker\u2019s 100th birthday. Known for her kindness and deep connection to community, Gwen inspired a donation to Feed Nova Scotia in her name, a gesture that carried her influence far beyond the walls of Parkland Antigonish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Parkland Truro, N.S., Iris Tillett celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by loved ones. From growing up in South Wales to arriving in Canada as a war bride in 1946, she shared her wisdom: \u201cBeing optimistic is key. Never worry about things you cannot change.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Canada Day at Vimy Court in Bible Hill, N.S., Louise Fielding celebrated her 107th birthday with the same vibrant spirit that has defined her life. With a bright smile, she declared she was \u201cout to celebrate with the whole country.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Together, these milestones wove a powerful story of lives that continue to enrich their communities, and of spirits that remain as strong and inspiring today as they were a century ago.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Andrew Leblanc, Mayor of Riverview and Herb Brand<\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Brenna MacDonald and Gwen Hooker<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Iris Tillett with her charismatic smile<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Louise Fielding celebrating at Vimy Court<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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