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PHOTO: Remember When looks at a past graduating class

Ponoka's Remember When found this photo of a past graduating class from the former Ponoka Mental Hospital.
Mike Rainone
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The annual yearbook honouring the 1960 graduating class at the Provincial Mental Hospital Ponoka paid tribute to the many vital departments at the massive mental health facility. Featured here are the staff of the Occupational Therapy section

Remember When?

The annual yearbook honouring the 1960 graduating class at the Provincial Mental Hospital Ponoka paid tribute to the many vital departments at the massive mental health facility. Featured here are the staff of the Occupational Therapy section, where patients enjoyed learning new crafts and occupational skills for many years. Shown from left to right are: Albert Potter, Robert Griffel, Miss Gladys Crysler, Miss Elsie Cummings, Mrs. V. Simpson, Miss C.D. Watson, Miss Rita Barnhouse and Alvin Spelrem.

Photo from P.M.H. Memoriae Anni 1960