The Honourable Vic Toews, Regional Minister for Manitoba and Member of Parliament for Provencher, is encouraging organizations that work to promote the well-being of Canada’s seniors to apply for federal funding.
The 2012–2013 call for proposals for community-based projects under the New Horizons for Seniors Program launched on May 8, 2012 for all provinces and territories.
Organizations can receive up to $25,000 in funding per year and must address one or more of the program’s five objectives: volunteering, mentoring, expanding awareness of elder abuse, social participation and capital assistance.
“We know how important it is to provide meaningful programs and activities involving seniors,” said Minister Toews. “The New Horizons for Seniors Program helps seniors share their knowledge and experience through volunteerism and mentorship. This is just one more way our government is helping to promote and support the quality of life of Canadian seniors.”
The application deadline for community-based projects is June 29, 2012 for all of Canada, except Quebec. The Quebec call will close on September 14, 2012, to coincide with a provincial call for proposals. For more information about the call for proposals, visit www.hrsdc.gc.ca/seniors.
