Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MPP Rick Byers has announced funding that will benefit local seniors.
Byers revealed that the province is investing over $90,000 in the area through Seniors Community Grants. Six local projects will be splitting the funding, including Active Lifestyles Centre Grey Bruce in Owen Sound, the Women’s Institute in Colpoy’s Bay, the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie in Chesley, the Town of Hanover, The Town of South Bruce Peninsula in Wiarton and Trinity Theatre in Paisley.
The funding is aimed at keeping local seniors fit and active and out in the community.
“These investments make a big difference in the lives of Ontario’s older adults in our community,” said Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound MPP Rick Byers. “Staying connected close to home and safely taking part in local life helps our seniors keep active with friends, family and the community.”
“Seniors Community Grants are keeping our seniors fit, active, healthy and socially connected close to home, in their communities,” said Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility. “Our government is proud to invest in these projects with local organizations to meet the needs of seniors, provide the supports seniors need and deserve that also help to battle social isolation.”
The full funding breakdown is as follows:
$25,000 – Active Lifestyles Centre Grey Bruce – Owen Sound
$4,080 – Women’s Institute – Colpoy’s Bay
$7,250 – Municipality of Arran Elderslie – Chesley
$7,650 – Town of Hanover – Hanover
$22,500 – Town of South Bruce Peninsula – Wiarton
$24,898 – Trinity Theatre – Paisley
