Over $385,000 for Senior Active Living Centres in Nipissing
June 5, 2026NORTH BAY – Today, Vic Fedeli, MPP for Nipissing, announced that the Ontario government is investing $386,400 to seven Senior Active Living Centres (SALCs) in Nipissing. This funding will support SALC programs by helping deliver the services and community connections seniors need to live healthier, more independent lives.
“The Ontario government is focused on helping seniors stay socially connected, engaged in their communities, and close to home, supporting a happier, better quality of life,” said MPP Vic Fedeli. “Through investments in our local Senior Active Living Centers, more seniors in Nipissing have access to health, wellness, and social programs, and have the opportunity to stay active, which plays a key role in maintaining health and mobility.”
Local funding includes:
- $57,640 for the Mattawa Senior Citizen Club
- $57,640 for Club Action 50+ East Ferris
- $57,640 for North Bay Golden Age Club
- $57,640 for Les Compagnons d’or
- $57,640 for the Village Seniors Active Living Centre
- $53,408 for the Powassan Seniors in Action program
- $44,800 for the Callander Elderly Persons Centre (Royal Canadian Legion Branch 445)
The Ontario government is marking 60 years of supporting SALC programs with a new investment of $22.8 million to help seniors across the province stay active, healthy, and socially connected. Today’s announcement builds on the province’s historic $17 million funding increase in 2024, which supported the opening of more than 100 new SALC programs across Ontario.
SALC programs offer a range of initiatives that bring seniors together to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones, including ongoing recreational, social, and lifestyle activities. The province partners with a range of organizations to deliver SALC programs, including municipalities, non-profit corporations, registered charities, Indigenous groups, Legions, Lions Clubs, and recreational clubs.
Today’s announcement comes as Ontario highlights the beginning of Seniors Month, a time to celebrate the accomplishments of older adults across the province and highlight the programs and services available to support their needs.
Quotes
“We would like to thank MPP Fedeli and the Ontario government for today’s Seniors Active Living Centre funding. This investment continues to support our Club’s activities at the North Bay Golden Age Club. Our Saturday night dances have high attendance records and continue to be an event that seniors and our area look forward to.” – Maureen Bruce-Payne, Chair, Club 135 Seniors in Action (North Bay Golden Age Club)
“On behalf of the seniors of our community and our Seniors Active Living Centre, Club Action 50+ East Ferris, I would like to thank the Province of Ontario with support from Minister Cho and MPP Fedeli for the SALC funding. These funds are instrumental for our club’s day-to-day operations and programming, which encourages our seniors to stay active, socially engaged, independent, and healthy as they age in our community.” – Rick Champagne, Mayor, Municipality of East Ferris.
“Canadore College is proud to support The Village Seniors Active Living Centre as an important intergenerational space that brings people together through learning, wellness, inclusion, and connection. This funding helps strengthen programs and partnerships that support older adults across our region, including Indigenous Peoples, newcomers, veterans, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and those at risk of isolation. We thank MPP Fedeli and the Province of Ontario for investing in initiatives that help seniors stay active, engaged, and connected to their community.” – Dr. Sandra Efu, President and CEO, Canadore College.
“We, the Legion Branch #445 appreciate and honour our seniors. We take great pride in the number of seniors that are welcomed daily through our doors. We wish to thank the SALC for their generous contribution that are supplied to us that helps support the many senior programs at our branch, from cards to exercise classes to knitting. Thank you all very much for the support to our seniors.” – RCL Branch 445, Callander.
“On behalf of the Mattawa Seniors Citizens’ Club, I would like to thank MPP Mr. Fedeli for this generous funding via SALC program. We are extremely grateful for his unwavering support and commitment. This critical investment ensures our Seniors citizens can benefit from the social activities the club provides from exercise class, music & dance, to playing cards in the afternoon, just to name a few activities. In many cases, for some of our senior citizens, the ability to leave home is their only opportunity to socialize with other members of the community.” – Richard Turcotte, President, Mattawa Seniors Citizens’ Club.
“The Municipality of Powassan would like to thank MPP Fedeli for this funding. This funding fits perfectly with the active lifestyle promoted within the municipality for all our citizens.” – Peter McIsaac, Mayor, Municipality of Powassan.
“This funding will allow Les Compagnons d’or to continue offering French-language activities that bring seniors in our North Bay community together. In the new Espace culturel location at 222 McIntyre West, through arts, physical activities, workshops, and social gatherings, we want to create opportunities for seniors to stay active, connected, and engaged in a welcoming Francophone environment.” – Nathalie Drolet, President, Les Compagnon.
« Ce financement permettra aux Compagnons d’or de continuer à offrir des activités en français qui rassemblent les aînés de notre communauté à North Bay dans l’Espace culturel au 222 McIntyre Ouest. Que ce soit à travers les arts, les activités physiques, les ateliers ou les rencontres sociales, nous voulons créer des occasions de sortir, de socialiser et de demeurer actifs dans un environnement accueillant et francophone. » Nathalie Drolet, Directeur, Les Compagnons.
Quick Facts
- There are now 416 Senior Active Living Centres in Ontario.
- SALC programs can request up to $55,000 for maintenance and operating costs; this is an increase from $42,700 in 2023 to $50,000 in 2024.
- In 2024, SALCs received their very first funding increase in 15 years.
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