KAWARTHA LAKES-– MPP Laurie Scott announced that the Ontario government is investing to support three local projects to help seniors across the region stay active, healthy and socially connected.
Scott says this funding will support numerous Seniors Active Living Centres (SALC) programs in the community, helping deliver the services and community connections seniors need to live healthier, more independent lives.
“Seniors Active Living Centres play an important role in keeping older adults active, engaged and connected to their communities,” said Laurie Scott, MPP for Haliburton – Kawartha Lakes – Brock. “This historic investment will strengthen existing programs and expand access to more seniors across Ontario, including here in our riding. By increasing operating funding and supporting new centres, our government is helping seniors remain healthy, independent and connected close to home.”
The three local projects are:
- The City of Kawartha Lakes Lindsay Older Adult Centre – Lindsay Seniors Association ($57,640)
- County of Haliburton – Haliburton County Senior Centre ($57,640)
There is no set funding amount for the Fenelon senior active living centre, as this is still being confirmed according to the government.
SALC programs deliver a range of initiatives designed to bring seniors together to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones, offering 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.
“Our government is increasing our investments in these very popular Seniors Active Living Centres,” said Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility. “We are investing close to $23 million dollars in 416 Seniors Active Living Centres, with 100 new ones added this past year.”
The SALC program in Ontario is funded by the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility giving grants of up to $55,000 to over 410 community-based programs that offer social, fitness, and educational activities for older adults.
