September 21, 2022 Ottawa, Ontario Employment and Social Development Canada
Seniors make significant and valuable contributions to their families, communities and society. That is why the Government of Canada supports service organizations that help seniors stay active and engaged in their communities. This is key to enhancing their well-being and quality of life. It empowers them and enables them to expand their social network and explore new learning experiences.
Today, Canada's Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera, launched the 2022-2023 call for proposals for community-based projects through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Minister made the announcement while visiting the Olde Forge Community Resource Centre in Ottawa.
NHSP funding creates opportunities for seniors to be more connected, supported and active members of their communities. This year's national priorities aim to do just that by focusing on projects that:
- support healthy aging;
- prevent elder abuse;
- celebrate diversity and promoting inclusion; and
- help seniors age in place.
Through a simplified application process, organizations are invited to submit project proposals that help seniors move beyond the pandemic and continue to play important roles in their communities.
The 2022-2023 NHSP community-based call for proposals is open until November 1, 2022.
For details on how to apply, visit https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/new-horizons-seniors.html. Senior-serving organizations can access support to prepare their application and manage their agreement.
