Event Overview
Her Honour conducted an official visit to the Town of Midland. During her visit, Her Honour met with His Worship Gord McKay, participated in a roundtable about sustainability, healthcare, and culture, and attended a reception with community members. Later in the day, Her Honour opened the Ontario 55+ Games.
Tweets
Great to hear about the opportunities and challenges in health, arts & culture, econ dev, and the enviro in Midland pic.twitter.com/hZlBV05w6w
— Elizabeth Dowdeswell (@LGLizDowdeswell) August 9, 2016
Site of Significance
The David Onley Park is named after the 28th Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, who was born in Midland. Source.
Royal Connection
Her Majesty The Queen visited Midland on July 8, 1959. Source.
Media
Ontario 55+ Summer Games kick off in Midland
Lieutenant Governor of Ontario The Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell visits Midland