Ontario Investing $25,000 to Support Seniors’ Wellness and Connection Through Milton Public Library
July 14
MILTON — Today, Zee Hamid announced that Milton Public Library Board has received a Seniors Community Grant bringing seniors together in Harmony for Healing.
“Milton’s seniors are an important part of our community, and we’re proud to support programs that help them stay active, connected, and engaged. The investment of $25000 will strengthen the supports and opportunities available to seniors right here in Milton. Through funding for Ontario Seniors’ Forum’s Empowering Seniors to Remain Healthy, Connected, and Secure and Milton Public Library Board’s Harmony for Healing, we’re helping create more opportunities for seniors to stay involved, supported, and connected in our community.” - Zee Hamid, MPP
The Ontario government is investing up to $7 million for more than 320 Seniors Community Grants helping seniors and stay fit, active, healthy and socially connected, close to home and in their communities.
“The Seniors Community Grants Program is a great example of how our government is working for local communities,” said Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility. “We are pleased to provide investments for so many services and activities that bring seniors together, learn new skills, get fit, and stay connected to their neighbours and friends.”
Up to $25,000 per project is invested in local services, activities and events to provide seniors with opportunities for greater social inclusion, volunteerism and community engagement. The Seniors Community Grants is a unique Ontario government grant designed to reduce social isolation, fight ageism and create positive connections.
Since 2018, Ontario has invested more than $40 million dollars in over 2,100 Seniors Community Grants.
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