Kirkland House has a new lift.
"I think it's a great move forward," Jack Evans said before taking the first official ride up in the lift along with his wife Betty last Wednesday.
"Full credit to the committee that organized it to help out people who are handicapped to give them an equal opportunity to enjoy [the house]," said Evans, who suffers from ALS.
Jack Davis, 90, a Kirkland descendent, also rode the lift last Wednesday.
He said having the lift is a great thing.
It was installed at the rear of the house, which was built by Davis' grandfather in 1911.
Kirkland House volunteer Pat Rogers noted the lift cost about $17,000 and was financed mainly from activities on the grounds of the heritage home on Ladner's Arthur Drive.
Kirkland House administrator Colin Campbell said installing the lift was partly inspired by a local group, Honey Do, which puts on events for seniors.
Kirkland House will once again be hosting its annual Canada Day celebration from noon to 4 p.m. next Tuesday.
The Kirkland Scouts are taking a more active role this year with the concession and games for the kids, said Rogers. There will also be music, a silk zoo, demonstrations by quilters and weavers, and more.
