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Sky's the limit: Non-profit program has N.S. seniors skydiving

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We Are Young initiative is a Nova Scotian non-profit that aims to help seniors live out unfulfilled wishes. Through the program, anyone can nominate a senior, or even self-nominate. Past wishes include meeting Marilyn Dennis, driving a Zamboni at a Mooseheads game, and getting a tattoo. This time, it’s skydiving. 

"Skydiving is on my wish list because it's way out there," said Wynn. "It’s way up there!" she joked.

Though Wynn admitted she was feeling a bit anxious before getting on the plane, she looked calmer than you might expect – and found ways to reassure herself.  "Hey, they’re doing it all the time – I’ll be okay," she said.

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  • Date

    Mar 24, 2021

  • By

    Julian Abraham

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