Barclay House Retirement Residence

01/29/2026

🌟 Introducing: Barclay — A Life Well‑Lived Podcast🌟

Today, we are officially launching our very own podcast: Barclay — A Life Well-Lived!
A space where our residents’ voices, memories, adventures, and wisdom can shine.

Episode #1 is now live!
We’re kicking things off with Resident Rollie and his best friend Jeff, who share the remarkable adventures they’ve experienced—and the ones they’re still creating. Their story is a reminder that adventure has no expiration date.

We are so excited to bring these stories to life and spotlight the extraordinary people who make Barclay such a vibrant place to call home. Thank you to Thomas with BuzzMasters - Creative, Branding, and Marketing and Kevin Oschefski—this project simply wouldn’t exist without your talent, encouragement, and the incredible support of our beloved community. Thank you to our residents - for sharing your stories, and vulnerability.

🎧 Tune in, enjoy, and celebrate a life well‑lived—Barclay style.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/58yazfb98Enh2XOXDRAbls?si=umlOjBhJT-aAvkZs6QW9OA

Barclay, A Life Well-Lived Podcast · Episode

01/28/2026

We welcomed our Learning Buddies from
Alliance Elementary today for laughter, teamwork and some competitive board-game action! It’s always a joy to watch the children interact with our residents.
To top it off, all students adopted a teddy bear donated by the North Bay Battalions to take home!

01/27/2026

🌟 Throwback to Forever Young, Golden Gala! ✨

Living for the moment wasn’t just the theme—it was the experience. Our community showed up in a big way, celebrating our residents alongside their friends and family on the red carpet!
Thank you Sellebrations Ltd. for donating the lighting- which transformed the space! And to The Cultivated Lens who volunteered her time to capture it all! Look at her stunning photos!

Powerful support. Unforgettable night.

01/26/2026

Another amazing performance by Uke4ia!

01/25/2026

Discover the people who make Barclay House truly special! Meet our January spotlights: Lou, one of our wonderful residents, and Amy, a dedicated member of our team.

01/22/2026

We celebrated National Grandma Day and National Grandpa Day!
From teacup flower arrangements to live music by Ghost Rider. A perfect way to honour the grandparents in our little community.

01/20/2026

A morning of mindful art and Zentangles with the Ladies Rise and Shine group—made possible by the North Bay Art Association!

01/19/2026

We had the best time celebrating our residents at the Forever Young Golden Gala. These award winners made the night extra special! Well-deserved! 👏

01/16/2026

2026 Forever Young, Golden Gala — Thank you to everyone who brought this event to life! What an unforgettable evening!

01/16/2026

Last night’s Forever Young Golden Gala was planned by June, our beloved Barclay House ambassador. She believed in living for today, and that spirit shaped every part of the evening.
One week before the gala, June passed away. Her daughter later found the speech June had written from her hospital bed, still thinking of this night and the people she loved. At the gala, Executive Director Emma shared June’s words—reminding us that her voice and heart remain with us always.

01/16/2026

Forever Young- Golden Gala…more to come ❤️

01/12/2026

Forever Young Golden Gala – This Thursday, January 15th.
In early November, our beloved Barclay House ambassador, June, came to us with a simple but powerful idea:
“I want us to put on a big event for all the residents to bring in the new year. I’m tired of all of us worrying about tomorrow. I want to live for today.” June shared her vision of a red carpet, champagne, elegant attire — because, as she said, “when you look good, you feel good!”
Forever Young Golden Gala was immediately scheduled for January 15, 2026, with June’s joy and passion guiding every detail.
Sadly, June became ill and passed away last Thursday, just one week before the gala. While lying in her hospital bed, her final words to us were: “Make that gala something to remember.”
And that is exactly what we intend to do.

This gala is open to the community, and we invite all seniors to join us — walk the red carpet, sip champagne, dress up, and live for today.
✨ For June. For joy. For living in the moment. ✨