Who We Are

History

Good Companions 50 Plus Club began as a drop-in centre that would be welcoming to people of all backgrounds and levels of ability. On a trip to Ottawa, Mary O'Rourke visited a thriving group called the Good Companions. This name was adopted by a group of like minded Calgary citizens along with the motto "Togetherness" which later changed to "Friendship with a Difference." On July 14, 1974 the group applied for and received a charter launching The Good Companions in Calgary with Mary O'Rourke as the first president. She remained a member until she passed in 1988.
Currently with over 350 members, the Club has seen many changes. Good Companions moved into its current residence in 1977. The building has undergone renovations adding a large, state-of -the -art kitchen and more space for activities. Good Companions continues to provide a friendly, fun, safe and inclusive atmosphere for social events, educational and wellness activities.

Staff

Executive Director: Tom Gillespie Phone: (403) 242-3799
tomggc50plus@gmail.com
Program Coordinator: Shauna Trainor Phone: (403) 249-6991
shaunatgc50plus@gmail.com
Finance Coordinator: Shirley Davis
Phone: (403) 249-6991
shirleydgc50plus@gmail.com

Board of Directors

President: Mary Anderson
Vice President: Rena Villeneuve
Past President: June Peddie
Secretary: Jane MacDonald
Director: Connie Innes
Director: Connie Grant
Director: Rhoda Bell
Director: Helen Serrurier
Director: Connie Richardson