News Release
Ontario Seniors Community Grants Accepting ApplicationsJanuary 28, 2015 Ontario’s Action Plan for Seniors Making ProgressOntario is now accepting applications for the Seniors Community Grant Program to help more seniors stay safe, active and engaged in their communities. Funding for the grant has been doubled in size to $1 million to give seniors more opportunities to participate in their communities. Last year’s grants went toward projects such as, helping seniors learn new skills like cooking or using tablets, and encouraging physical activity like dance, lawn bowling and tai chi. Ontario is also marking the two-year anniversary of its Action Plan for Seniors, which is helping more seniors access quality services and live safer and more inclusive lives. Recent initiatives include:
Developing services and supports for seniors is part of the government’s economic plan for Ontario. The four-part plan is building Ontario up by investing in people’s talents and skills, building new public infrastructure like roads and transit, creating a dynamic, supportive environment where business thrives, and building a secure savings plan so everyone can afford to retire. |
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CONTACTSCeleste Bottero Laura Sylvis Ontario Seniors’ Secretariat |