Organizations and communities that work to improve the lives of Island seniors can now apply for provincial government funding.
Applications are being accepted for 2023-2024 PEI Seniors’ Secretariat grants until Friday, April 21, 2023. The grants provide up to $5,000 per project to organizations or groups interested in enriching the lives of seniors. Groups eligible for funding include non-profit organizations, community-based coalitions, networks, municipal governments, and indigenous organizations across the Island.
“These grants can help make a difference both in the lives of seniors and communities. It helps to create an environment of inclusion and active living. I encourage individuals and organizations to submit their ideas and apply for the PEI Seniors’ Secretariat grant.”
- Social Development and Housing Minister Mathew MacKay
Preference will be given to projects that promote:
- Reducing social isolation of seniors;
- Promoting positive images of aging/ addressing ageism;
- Bringing awareness to and/or addressing financial security and safety;
- Supporting seniors to age in place (i.e. home first, in the community, etc.);
- Supporting age-friendly initiatives.
For more information and to apply, visit PEI Seniors’ Secretariat Grant or email seniors@gov.pe.ca or call the Office of Seniors at 902-620-3785.
Media contact:
Alex Firth
Social Development and Housing
902-218-3973
anfirth@gov.pe.ca