Ontario invests in services and activities helping seniors
stay active and socially connected
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RICHMOND HILL — Today, MPP Daisy Wai announced thatVoice of the Vedas Cultural Sabha Inc. has received a Seniors Community Grant to bring seniors together in Richmond Hill. The funding will support the Connected & Confident program, empowering seniors to build digital skills and protect themselves from online fraud. The program will deliver free weekly workshops over nine months to help participants navigate government websites, connect with family abroad, and recognize scams.
“Our government is committed to supporting seniors’ wellbeing through the Seniors Community Grant Program,” said Daisy Wai, MPP for Richmond Hill. “This local funding will empower our seniors by giving them the resources they need to stay safe online. Thank you toVoice of the Vedas for helping every senior in Richmond Hill feel confident, protected, and connected.”
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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