The Ontario Finnish Resthome Association

The Ontario Finnish Resthome Association Providing a home for seniors with resident-centered care while prioritizing quality of life. We pride ourselves in being "Homes with a Heart".

The OFRA is a non-profit charitable organization founded in Sept. 1971. It originated with a group of Finnish individuals whose goal was to build a home for seniors of Finnish & Estonian descent. While OFRA continues to honor it's Finnish & Estonian roots, over the past 4 decades it has evolved into what could be described as a microcosm of the "Canadian Experience". Today the OFRA is a mosaic of

diverse cultures, a retirement community offering safe and affordable housing to all seniors in the Algoma district. We operate under the guiding principle that each resident be provided with the best environment possible within which they are able to maintain an optimum level of functioning and maximize the quality of their daily life.

πŸ’™ Looking for a meaningful way to give back this September?Become a Grand Parade volunteer and help make a difference, o...
07/31/2026

πŸ’™ Looking for a meaningful way to give back this September?

Become a Grand Parade volunteer and help make a difference, one smile, one conversation, and one helping hand at a time.
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, our community will come together for The Grand Parade, and we're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the day welcoming, fun, and memorable for everyone involved.

Whether you're greeting walkers, helping with registration, lending a hand at a rest stop, cheering participants along the route, or assisting wherever you're needed, your time and kindness will help make this event a success. No experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to help!

This year, we're walking toward our $50,000 goal to provide smart televisions and wireless Bluetooth headsets for residents at MKK. These will help residents stay connected with loved ones, enjoy entertainment, participate in virtual activities, and experience greater comfort and independence.

Even if you can only spare a few hours, your support will make a lasting impact. Every volunteer helps create a memorable experience for our walkers while improving the lives of the seniors we serve.

πŸ’™ Join our volunteer team and help make every step count. We'd love to have you with us!
πŸ“… Saturday, September 19, 2026
πŸ”— Sign up to volunteer today:
https://thegrandparade.org/location/saultstemarie

For more information, contact the Foundation Office:
πŸ“ž 705-945-9987 ext. 212 or 257
πŸ“ 725 North St., Sault Ste. Marie, ON

πŸ’™ We’re Almost Halfway There!We can hardly believe how far we have come! Thanks to our amazing community, we have reache...
07/30/2026

πŸ’™ We’re Almost Halfway There!

We can hardly believe how far we have come! Thanks to our amazing community, we have reached $24,566 toward our $50,000 goal for The Grand Parade 2026 and we are proudly still #1 Canada-Wide! πŸŽ‰

This means we are almost halfway toward bringing Smart TVs and Bluetooth headphones to the residents of Mauno Kaihla Koti Long-Term Care Home.

For our residents, this is about more than a TV or headphones it’s about creating moments of connection, comfort, and joy. It’s a granddaughter’s smile during a video call, a favourite song that brings back memories, a beloved show at the end of the day, or simply feeling a little less alone.

This progress is possible because of YOU. Thank you to our donors, supporters, families, volunteers, and community members for believing in our residents and helping make this vision possible. πŸ’™

We are also grateful for our 12 amazing teams participating in The Grand Parade and our incredible sponsors whose support continues to help us move closer to our goal.

We are so close to making this happen for all 63 MKK residents can you help us make the final push?
✨ Join The Grand Parade
✨ Share our story
✨ Help us spread the word

Would you help us make our Mauno Kaihla Koti Long-Term Care Residents’ Life is Grand? πŸ’™

Learn more or be part of the journey:
https://thegrandparade.org/location/saultstemarie

πŸ“ž Mariss Daluz | Fund Development Coordinator
705-945-9987 ext. 257
βœ‰οΈ [email protected]
πŸ“ 725 North Street, Sault Ste. Marie

It truly took a village.  Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Grand Parade 2025 supporters, our residents are now...
07/29/2026

It truly took a village. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our Grand Parade 2025 supporters, our residents are now enjoying 125 beautiful new dining room chairs.πŸͺ‘βœ¨

A special thank you to our Foundation for not only helping raise the funds but also rolling up their sleeves to unpack and set up every chair. πŸ’™πŸ‘ We also extend our sincere appreciation to our Maintenance Caretakers, whose teamwork and helping hands made the workload lighter. πŸ› οΈπŸ™Œ

Together, you've made a lasting difference in the lives of our residents. ❀️

When a community comes together, amazing things happenβ€”and our residents are the ones who benefit the most. 🌟 Thank you for making every seat a little more comfortable and every meal a little more enjoyable. πŸ½οΈπŸ’™

07/28/2026

πŸŽ‰ It's time to celebrate our amazing residents born in July! πŸŽ‚πŸ’™

Happy Birthday to each of our wonderful July residents! πŸ₯³ We wish you a year filled with good health, happiness, laughter, and many beautiful memories to cherish.

May your birthday remind you just how loved and appreciated you are. Here's to another wonderful year ahead! πŸŽˆπŸ’™

#2026

The Grand Parade is gaining momentum, and so is the incredible support from our sponsors!πŸ’™ Meet Our Amazing Community Sp...
07/27/2026

The Grand Parade is gaining momentum, and so is the incredible support from our sponsors!

πŸ’™ Meet Our Amazing Community Sponsors!
Cintas, Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel, Karhi Contracting, Soo Video TV, Lillie Financial, RBC Royal Bank, Wishart Law Firm, and Navacord Northern Insurance Brokers.

Their generosity is helping us move closer to our $50,000 goal to provide smart televisions and wireless Bluetooth headsets for residents at MKKβ€”giving seniors more ways to connect with loved ones, enjoy entertainment, participate in virtual programs, and experience greater comfort every day.

πŸ’™ Inspired by our sponsors? You can make a difference too!
Whether you sponsor, register a team, volunteer, walk, or make a donation, every contribution helps bring us closer to our goal and creates a brighter future for the seniors we serve. We'd love to have you join our Grand Parade community!

πŸ—“οΈSaturday, September 19, 2026
πŸ”— Register, sponsor, volunteer, or donate today:
https://thegrandparade.org/location/saultstemarie

For more information, contact the Foundation Office,
πŸ“ž 705-945-9987 ext. 212 or 257
πŸ“ 725 North St., Sault Ste. Marie, ON

πŸ’™ A chance to win BIG and give back 🎟️Our 50/50 Lottery supports a meaningful project for MKK Long-Term Care Home reside...
07/27/2026

πŸ’™ A chance to win BIG and give back 🎟️

Our 50/50 Lottery supports a meaningful project for MKK Long-Term Care Home residents β€” a wheelchair-accessible swing designed for joy and inclusion.

Grab your ticket today and become a part of it ✨

πŸ—“οΈ Upcoming Draw: August 5th
πŸ’° You could win up to $700!

✨ Turning Winning Tickets Into Swinging Smiles! ✨

πŸ“ž Call us at:
705-945-9987 ext. 212

We are selling off our Kotitalo dining room chairs. Ready for pick up late Monday or Tuesday throughout the day. Asking ...
07/24/2026

We are selling off our Kotitalo dining room chairs. Ready for pick up late Monday or Tuesday throughout the day.
Asking $15 per chair. Will sell cheaper with higher quantities purchased!
Note- they are not stackable.

πŸ’™ A Big Thank You to Our Route Sponsors! 🚢We’re so grateful to have YNCU, Maximus Rose Living Benefits Inc., Stefanizzi ...
07/24/2026

πŸ’™ A Big Thank You to Our Route Sponsors! 🚢

We’re so grateful to have YNCU, Maximus Rose Living Benefits Inc., Stefanizzi Professional Corporation, and WINMAR Property Restoration Specialists - Sault Ste. Marie walking alongside us for The Grand Parade 2026.

Your support is helping us move closer to our $50,000 goal to provide smart televisions and wireless Bluetooth headsets for residents at MKKβ€”bringing more comfort, connection, and joy to the seniors we serve.

Your generosity is helping make every step on Saturday, September 19, 2026 count.

Want to make a difference too? There's still time to join us! Become a sponsor, register a team, volunteer, walk, or make a donation. Every act of generosity helps bring us closer to our goal.

πŸ”— To learn more or register:
https://thegrandparade.org/location/saultstemarie
πŸ“ž 705-945-9987 ext. 212 or 257
πŸ“ 725 North St., Sault Ste. Marie, ON

07/22/2026

πŸŽ‰ And the winner is… Tuija! πŸŽ‰

Congratulations to Tuija, our July 22nd 50/50 Lottery winner! We hope your surprise win brings a big smile to your day. 😊

To everyone who purchased a ticket, thank you for believing in and supporting the seniors we serve. Your generosity is helping us bring our vision of a wheelchair-accessible swing to lifeβ€”a space where residents of all abilities can enjoy the outdoors, spend time with loved ones, and create beautiful memories together.

Every ticket purchased brings us one step closer to making this dream a reality. πŸ’™

Interested in purchasing a 50/50 ticket and supporting this project?

πŸ“ž Call the Foundation Office at 705-945-9987 ext. 212 or 257
πŸ“ 725 North Street, Sault Ste. Marie, ON
#50/50

πŸ’™ We're looking for new teams to join The Grand Parade!Gather your friends, family, coworkers, neighbours, teammates, or...
07/22/2026

πŸ’™ We're looking for new teams to join The Grand Parade!
Gather your friends, family, coworkers, neighbours, teammates, or community group and join us on Saturday, September 19, 2026 for something meaningful.
Together, we're working toward our $50,000 goal to provide smart televisions and wireless Bluetooth headsets for residents at MKKβ€”bringing more connection, comfort, and joy to the seniors we serve.
We're thrilled to already have 10 incredible teams and their amazing team captains registered, and ready to walk!
πŸ’™ Team Thureson – Erik T.
πŸ’™ Funky Fingers – Heidi S.
πŸ’™ Sandy’s Team – Sandy F.
πŸ’™ Foundation Fun-Raisers – Mariss D.
πŸ’™ The Finn-ish Line – Melissa H.
πŸ’™ Sisu Striders – Karen Kettles
πŸ’™ Forget Me Nots – Bea F.
πŸ’™ Queenbees – Judith C.
πŸ’™ Kotitalo Family Team – Claudette S.
πŸ’™ Team Koskenoja - Harry K.

Don't feel like starting your own team? No problem! You're welcome to join any of the teams above and be part of the fun.
No team is too big or too small. Every team every walker, and every dollar raised helps make a lasting difference for the seniors at our care, and we'd love to have you walking alongside us!

πŸ’™ So, who will you walk with this September?

πŸ”— Register Or Join a team today:
Sault Ste. Marie (The Ontario Finnish Resthome) – The Grand Parade 2026
https://thegrandparade.org/location/saultstemarie

For more information, contact the Foundation Office:
πŸ“ž 705-945-9987 ext. 212 or 257
πŸ“ 725 North St., Sault Ste. Marie, ON

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Sault Sainte Marie, ON
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