FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

YORKTON - Cathay Wagantall, Member of Parliament for Yorkton-Melville, would like to advise communities that the 2024-25 New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) call for proposals for funding opened on Aug. 1, 2024 with the application deadline set for 1 p.m. on Sept. 12, 2024.

NHSP is a federal grants and contributions program that funds projects intended to empower seniors in their communities and contribute to improving seniors’ health and well-being. Essentially, seniors lead and inspire projects to make a difference in the lives of others and in their communities. Community-based projects are eligible to receive up to $25,000 in grant funding.

The objectives of the NHSP are to:

• promote volunteerism among seniors and other generations;
• engage seniors in the community in mentoring through the mentoring of others;
• expand awareness of elder abuse, including financial abuse;
• support the social participation and inclusion of seniors; and
• provide capital assistance for new and existing community projects and programs for seniors.

“Last year, 16 projects in Yorkton-Melville were approved, with a combined amount of $280,000 in federal funding received,” said Wagantall. “The 2023-24 projects approved in our riding included several with building upgrades; there were projects to improve facility accessibility; projects for wellness programs and health services; and even funding provided for assisting with a historic photo project,” said Wagantall. “I strongly encourage our seniors groups and communities to consider applying this year.”

For details on how to apply, visit https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/new-horizons-seniors-community-based.html. Here, senior-serving organizations can access support in preparing their application and managing their agreement. Additional information can also be provided through MP Wagantall’s constituency office at 306-782-3309.