Bolivar Creek is proud to be part of Park Place Seniors Living, an organization built on decades of leadership in seniors living.
This February, Al and Jenny Jina, owners and operators of Park Place Seniors Living, were named recipients of the Ed Helfrich Long-Service Excellence Award, presented by the BC Care Providers Association.
Retirement communities are deeply influenced by their leadership. This province-wide recognition reflects decades of steady commitment to seniors living, and that foundation now supports Bolivar Creek.
What the Ed Helfrich Long-Service Excellence Award Represents
The Ed Helfrich Long-Service Excellence Award is a distinguished category within the BC Care Awards. It recognizes individuals who have demonstrated longstanding leadership in the seniors’ care sector for 15 years or more.
Presented at the annual BC Care Awards ceremony, which was attended by elected officials, sector leaders, and the Minister of Health, this honour reflects peer recognition across British Columbia. It acknowledges sustained contributions, thoughtful leadership, and meaningful impact over time.
This achievement reflects a career dedicated to enhancing seniors living in this province.
The Leadership Behind Park Place Seniors Living
Al and Jenny Jina have built Park Place Seniors Living together over decades of involvement in the seniors living sector.
Jenny’s background in nursing, along with a Master’s degree in Adult Education and a Fellowship in Gerontology, has grounded the organization in a deep understanding of seniors’ wellbeing. Early in her career, she recognized the importance of preserving dignity and creating environments that feel welcoming and respectful. That perspective continues to influence how Park Place communities operate, with attention to warmth, autonomy, and a sense of home.
Al brings expertise in commerce and law, as well as extensive service on provincial committees and advisory roles related to seniors’ care. His experience at the governance and policy level has strengthened operational standards, long-term planning, and organizational accountability across the organization.
Together, their leadership blends practical experience with strategic oversight. It reflects both an understanding of daily life in seniors communities and what it takes to run them well over the long term.
What This Means for Bolivar Creek
Bolivar Creek is a valued part of Park Place Seniors Living. While the community continues to grow within Surrey, it is guided by leadership built over decades of experience.
That experience influences how the community runs day to day, from staffing and communication to the overall atmosphere. Independent living communities benefit from strong leadership in practical ways: clear communication, consistent standards, thoughtful decision-making, and a steady organizational foundation.
For those considering a senior community in Surrey, it’s reassuring to understand who the leadership is behind the community. Bolivar Creek is a part of a larger organization with deep roots in British Columbia and a long-standing commitment to seniors.
Being Canadian-owned and operated also means decisions are made with local context in mind. The leadership team has a unique understanding of the communities they serve and the families who live here.
Leadership Reflected in Everyday Life
Awards recognize achievements, but leadership is most visible in everyday details.
It shows up in how teams collaborate, how questions are answered, and how consistently standards are applied across residences. It appears in the systems that support residents, the expectations placed on teams, and the culture that develops over time.
At Bolivar Creek, that steady leadership creates an environment where independent living feels organized, welcoming, and well-supported. Residents keep their routines and privacy, supported by a team with years of experience.
For families, that consistency fosters confidence. Provincial recognition gives families added confidence in the organization behind the community.
A Recognition That Extends Beyond One Evening
The excellence award was presented at the 12th annual BC Care Awards ceremony at the Fairmont Empress Hotel in Victoria, BC. While the event itself marked an important milestone, the recognition reflects decades of work that continue today.
As Bolivar Creek grows within the Surrey community, it does so under leadership that has been acknowledged by peers across the province for long-term excellence.
If you are exploring independent living in Surrey and would like to learn more about Bolivar Creek, we invite you to book a tour. Seeing the community firsthand and understanding the leadership behind it offers a clear picture of the foundation guiding this next chapter.