A celebration was held at the Pat Porter Active Living Centre in Steinbach Friday afternoon to honour senior citizens in Steinbach and area. Spokesperson Linda Goulet says it was part of National Seniors' Day which is Saturday, October 1. Goulet adds it's the least our city can do for the people who made this community what it is.

Display on Pat Porter stage

"These guys are the backbone of the community. They've helped build the community, they support the community and now they volunteer in the community. It's a time to show appreciation to them. And, going forward, they still participate and reward our community with all the services that they do."

Mayor Chris Goertzen, MLA and Health Minister Kelvin Goertzen along with Provencher MP Ted Falk all took part in the program at the centre.