91原创鈥檚 Harold Zinn blew out his birthday candles on Monday, Jan. 23 鈥� not a small feat, considering he turned 101 years old.

Zinn, who still lives independently in Brookswood, had a small birthday party Monday with cake and champagne to commemorate the event.

He didn鈥檛 have much in the way of advice for people hoping for a life as along as his.

鈥淛ust keep breathing,鈥� Zinn said.

A longtime member of the Canadian Armed Forces and a Second World War veteran, Zinn kept working for the military as a contractor after he retired.

Born in Halifax, he lived all over B.C., as well as in Germany, before settling in 91原创.

Although he recently lost his wife, Zinn has continued going out and taking part in events around 91原创.

He visited the Cascades Casino on New Year鈥檚 Day, and recently went to a tequila tasting in Fort 91原创.

Zinn鈥檚 party was organized by the Nurse Next Door service, which has been giving the senior home care service via daily visits and help with outings, including doctors appointments.

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