This video provides an overview of the Top 7 Over 70™ initiative in Alberta, where the program began. The goal is to see the initiative grow coast to coast across Canada, and we’re excited to bring the inaugural event to Regina and southern Saskatchewan.
Turning 70 is often treated as a finish line. Top 7 Over 70™ celebrates a different story: people continue to discover new possibilities, take on new challenges and contribute in meaningful ways throughout their lives.
This is not a lifetime achievement award. It recognizes what someone has begun, meaningfully revived or reinvented after turning 70—and the difference that work is making now.
Achievements may come from agriculture, business, science, education, health and wellness, arts and culture, philanthropy, volunteerism, community leadership or any other field. There are no fixed award categories.
“Turning 70 is not the end of someone’s story—it can be the beginning of an extraordinary new chapter. Top 7 Over 70™ will recognize people who continue to create, lead, serve and inspire.”
— Todd Klink, Event Chair
Top 7 Over 70™ began in Calgary in 2017 with a simple idea: recognize people for what they are accomplishing after 70. The program has since expanded to communities across Canada, challenging outdated assumptions about aging and shining a light on new contributions.
The Regina and Southern Saskatchewan celebration will bring the program to Saskatchewan for the first time.
Nominees must:
The key question is:
What did this person begin, revive or reinvent after turning 70—and what difference is it making?
Earlier work can be part of the story. The nomination should make clear what’s new about this chapter and why it matters today.
Perhaps you know someone who launched a community initiative, started a business, developed a new agricultural practice, began a creative pursuit or found a new way to help others.
Look across the whole region: Regina and rural communities, different fields and backgrounds, and people whose contributions may be known mainly to those around them. Nominees don’t need to be public figures, business owners or previous award winners.
Anyone can nominate someone who meets the criteria.
Complete the online nomination form and tell us what the person began or changed after turning 70, what difference it is making and why the achievement deserves recognition. Supporting letters can be submitted by email as directed in the form.
Deadline: January 15, 2027
Know a community group, workplace, club or organization that might know a nominee? Share this page with them. A conversation, newsletter or social post could help us find a story that might otherwise go untold.
The seven recipients will be honoured at the inaugural Top 7 Over 70™ gala for Regina and southern Saskatchewan.
April 28, 2027
Turvey Centre · Regina, Saskatchewan
Master of Ceremonies: Former Senator Pamela Wallin
It will be an evening to share remarkable stories, celebrate the continuing contributions of older adults and inspire people of every generation.
Net proceeds from the event will support the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan and its work with people living with dementia and their care partners.
Check here for ticket information when available.
Seven people. Seven remarkable stories. One shared message: meaningful achievement has no age limit.
A volunteer local organizing committee is bringing Top 7 Over 70™ to Regina and southern Saskatchewan, with community partners.
Committee members are also supporting nominations, sponsorship and fundraising, marketing and communications, the gala, and finance and budget.
Top 7 Over 70™ is made possible by sponsors, community partners and volunteers who help bring these stories to light.
Partner with Top 7 Over 70™ to celebrate community leadership, share inspiring stories and support the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.
Questions about nominations, sponsorship or the event?
Janson Anderson
Chair, Communications Subcommittee
Top 7 Over 70™ Regina and Southern Saskatchewan
