Seniors Community Grants Opens 2022 Intake for New Applications
February 17, 2022NORTH BAY – Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing is pleased to announce that the Ontario government is increasing its investment in the Seniors Community Grant Program up to $6 million for the 2022-23 program cycle. Intake will begin on March 1, 2022 to allow community organizations time to prepare their applications. The application window is nine weeks and closes at 5 p.m. on April 28, 2022.
“Seniors Community Grants keep our local seniors fit, active, healthy and connected to their families and friends,” said Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing. “Increasing the investment into the program for the 2022-23 year will help local organizations meet the needs of seniors in our community.”
Quick Facts
- The Seniors Community Grants Program provides funding ranging from $1,000 up to $25,000 for local projects.
- Ontario’s seniors are the province’s fastest growing demographic, and by 2023, there will be 3 million Ontarians over the age of 65.
- The Seniors Community Grant program was established in 2014 and has provided more than 2,000 grants to benefit older Ontarians.
- Information on how to apply – Information for seniors’ organizations | ontario.ca
Additional Resources
- Ontario Keeping Seniors Healthy and Engaged
- Community Supports for Seniors
- Age-Friendly Communities Planning Guide