New Horizons for Seniors — Applications now open!
Are you part of an organization that helps make a difference in the lives of seniors?
The New Horizons Seniors Program is a federal funding avenue for organizations that promote volunteerism among seniors, engage seniors in the community, expand awareness of elder abuse, and support the social participation and inclusion of seniors.
Your organization could receive up to $25,000 in grants from the federal government for community-based projects. Apply now!
More information about the New Horizons for Seniors program application process can be found here.
Eligible Projects
Projects submitted for this grant (up to $25,000) must meet at least 1 of the following program objectives:
promoting volunteerism among seniors and other generations
engaging seniors in the community through the mentoring of others
expanding awareness of elder abuse, including financial abuse
supporting the social participation and inclusion of seniors
providing capital assistance for new and existing community projects and/or programs for seniors
If your proposed project is requesting capital assistance, it must meet at least 2 program objectives.
Your project must also meet all of the following criteria:
be no longer than 52 weeks
request no more than $25,000
meet at least 1 program objective
seniors will lead or play a vital role in its planning and/or delivery
seek to benefit seniors and communities
demonstrate cost effectiveness
Eligible applicants
Your organization must be 1 of the following types:
non-profit organization
municipality
provincial or territorial government, institution or Crown Corporation
Indigenous organization including:
band council
tribal council, and
self-government entity
coalition, network or committee
research organization or institute
educational institution
public health and social services institution
for-profit organization provided that the nature and intent of the activity is non-commercial and does not generate profit
Organizations can only submit 1 application per project. Multiple projects may not exceed a total of $25,000 per organization.
Necessary documentation for your application
You have until November 1, 2022 at 3pm EST to apply.
To apply, first make sure you have all the documents you need before you apply. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected.
A complete application form, which includes:
A document that provides proof of operations of your organization. This is only required if you did not provide 1 of the following in your application:
a document from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) dated within the last 2 years (copy must be provided with your application), or
a Quebec enterprise number (NEQ), or
other Provincial, Territorial, Federal corporation number (copy of patent letter must be provided with your application)
A quote from a contractor for each activity, if you are proposing renovations or a repair project
A letter of community support dated no earlier than July 1st, 2022
Apply online
Organizations can apply through Grants and Contributions Online Services (GCOS) or by submitting an application through the online application form.
Please note: Internet Explorer (IE) and Apple Safari are not compatible web browsers and cannot be used to complete this application.
Need assistance?
If you have questions, need help or require an accommodation with this application process, contact your nearest New Horizons for Seniors Program office.
We will hold information sessions to provide an overview of this application process. You can participate online or by teleconference.
If you are interested, send an email to your nearest New Horizons for Seniors Program office. In your email, specify your preferred language (English or French).
