Ontario seniors programs receive funding

Julian Fantino, minister of International Cooperation, made an announcement today at a seniors club on behalf of Alice Wong, minister state (seniors).

“The Government of Canada recognizes the important role that seniors have played in building our great country,” said Fantino. “We’re ensuring seniors…can continue to contribute their skills, knowledge and experience.”

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One way officials are doing this is through the New Horizons for Seniors Program. Through the initiative, several organizations based in Ontario will receive funding of as much as $25,000 to run events, groups and classes for senior home residents.

The program also supports projects led or inspired by aging Canadians who want to make a difference in their communities.

Overall, the Government of Canada is investing more than $33 million in support of over 1,750 projects that will lead to programs and activities for aging Canadians.

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