Events / News

Regular Activities

  • Village Social (Monthly)
  • Card groups (Bridge, Euchre, Cribbage, 500)
  • Young at Heart Bowlers
  • Snooker
  • Prayer Time
  • Bible Study
  • Shuffleboard
  • Bingo
  • Sunday Worship Services
  • Reciting Catholic Rosary
  • Chapel Services
  • Communion Services
  • Sing-A-Long
  • Walking Club
  • Sip ‘N Chat ("A" Building)
  • Water Wonders in Swimming Pool
  • Coffee Party ( "D" Building)
  • Move It or Lose It! (Exercise)
  • Card/Game Night

Chatter Box

The March & April 2009 Chatter Box is available. This bimonthly newsletter for residents highlights activities and special entertainment events, and offers articles of interest, event photos, and poetry.

Chatter Box (click to download and print - 20 pages)

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The Village Travel Club

The Village Travel Club was formed by Grace-Ann Cambray when her father moved to Ina Grafton in 1997. The first tour was a Winery Tour and it was such a great success that Grace-Ann has continued on in her role as volunteer tour coordinator. Her background includes teaching geography at Seneca College for seven years, working as a research economist for the provincial government, and being a stay-at-home mom for 16 years. For the last ten years, Grace-Ann has been conducting educational tours for local school boards, but she finds her tours with seniors to be more rewarding.

Is The Village Travel Club for You?

  • Do you enjoy visiting new places and revisiting familiar haunts?
  • Do you like to sit back and relax and leave the driving to a professional?
  • Is fine dining one of life’s pleasures for you?
  • Do you enjoy good conversation and the company of pleasant people?
  • Do you want to stretch your travel dollar to its limit?

Yes………then The Village Travel Club is for YOU!

On a regular basis, happy travellers set off from NIGG Village on a new adventure - attend a theatre performance (e.g. Shaw Festival, Dryden Festival, Stratford Festival), go on a cruise, or travel the back roads on a mystery tour.

All our tours are by coach, include dining at unique restaurants, and are fully escorted by Grace-Ann.

For further information, contact the Administration Office.

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Tours

  • Long-Term Care
    An information session with a general tour of  “B” Building ( Atrium) takes place on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 10:15 a.m. This session is for prospective clients who are interested in living in our Long-Term Care area and for those who desire information on behalf of a senior. Register in advance by contacting the Administration Office.
  • Facility
    Tours of "B" Building are self guided. Visit the Administration Office, "B" Building (Atrium) and ask for assistance.

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NIGG Foundation Events

  • Annual Christmas Giving Campaign
    The Foundation's 7th Annual Christmas Giving Campaign was a success! Donations totalled $15,925. Recently, the Foundation directed funds to purchase:
  • a large screen TV, Wii Gaming System, and stereo system for the Village Recreation Centre;
  • a large screen TV and Wii Gaming System for Long-Term Care residents;
  • chairs for the Auditorium and the resident Multipurpose Rooms in "D/E" Buildings ; and
  • large print books for the Libary.
    • 6th Annual Golf Tournament - It's time to register your foursome!!
      The Foundation's 6th Annual Golf Tournament will take place on Monday, June 22, 2009 at Sawmill Golf Course. We are looking forward to another successful tournament. See Event Brochure (click to download and print) for the list of sponsors, donors, and golfers from the 2008 event. For information on this year's event, see Golf Brochure and Golf Poster (click to download and print).

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    Village News

    • SARS
      Anyone entering the facility must do a self-screening test for SARS, which is explained in detail on signs at all entrances. There are no visitor restrictions. For detailed information, see MOHLTC (Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care).
    • Watkins Fund Grant
      In September 2008, NIGGV was the recipient of a Watkins Fund Grant from the United Church of Canada. The funds were used to create a Village Recreation Centre, which opened on January 15, 2009. This centre has a variety of cardio equipment and weights and is be available for use by residents and staff.

    Upcoming 50th Anniversary Events

    • Wine & Cheese/Silent Auction
      This event will take place on Thursday, April 30, 2009 from 7-9 pm in the Auditorium at NIGG Village. Highlights of the event include: wine tasting by Reif Estate Winery, hors d'oeuvres by Lida of Ina's Cafe, silent auction, and door prizes. Tickets are just $15 and can be purchased at the Administration Office. Proceeds will go the NIGG Foundation.
    • 50th Anniversary Dinner & Dance
      This event will take place on Friday, September 18. Details will follow.

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