Backgrounder – Canada announces New Horizons for Seniors Program funding for projects in Cambridge, Ontario

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The New Horizons for Seniors Program is a federal grants and contributions program that funds projects that empower seniors in their communities and contributes to improving seniors’ health and well-being.

Canada has announced an investment of $73,795 to fund four community-based projects to support seniors in the Cambridge area in Ontario. This funding was awarded through the 2021–22 New Horizons for Seniors Program call for proposals for community-based projects.


Cambridge

Enabling Black, Visible Minority and Immigrant Seniors to Combat Social Isolation – $20,370 – Community Capacity Building Network
Seniors involved with the organization will engage in workshops that will provide emotional and wellness support and that will create pandemic vaccine awareness for seniors in the community.
 

Socially Connected Living – $24,200 – Fairview Seniors Community
The organization will renovate kitchens and floors, as well as buy electronic gadgets so that seniors can have access to digital services and improve their digital literacy.
 

Senior Wellness Initiative – $25,000 – Ontario Muslim Academy
Seniors involved with the organization will help seniors improve their physical and mental health and learn about key issues affecting seniors. This project will also promote mentorship.
 

Portable Short Mat Bowls Program – $4,225 – Preston Lawn Bowling Club
Seniors involved with the organization will conduct lawn bowling sessions for seniors to increase wellness and encourage seniors’ participation.

For more information, visit About the New Horizons for Seniors Program.

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