Find your local SALC at Ontario.ca/seniorscentre keeping seniors fit, active, healthy and socially connected
Haliburton–Kawartha Lakes–Brock – MPP Laurie Scott announced that the Ontario government is investing in 416 Seniors Active Living Centres across Ontario to support three local projects to help seniors across the region stay active, healthy and socially connected. This funding will support numerous SALC programs in the community, helping deliver the services and community connections seniors need to live healthier, more independent lives.
“Seniors Active Living Centres play an important role in keeping older adults active, engaged and connected to their communities,” said Laurie Scott, MPP for Haliburton – Kawartha Lakes – Brock. “This historic investment will strengthen existing programs and expand access to more seniors across Ontario, including here in our riding. By increasing operating funding and supporting new centres, our government is helping seniors remain healthy, independent and connected close to home.”
SALC programs deliver a range of initiatives designed to bring seniors together to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones, offering ongoing recreational, social, and lifestyle activities. The province partners with a range of organizations to deliver SALC programs, including municipalities, non-profit corporations, registered charities, Indigenous groups, Legions, Lions Clubs and recreational clubs.
“Our government is increasing our investments in these very popular Seniors Active Living Centres,” said Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility. “We are investing close to $23 million dollars in 416 Seniors Active Living Centres, with 100 new ones added this past year.” You can learn more about your local SALC at Ontario.ca/seniorscentre
Quick Facts
- There are now 416 SALC programs in Ontario.
- Find a SALC near you at Ontario.ca/seniorscentre.
- This past year SALCs received a $17 million increase over three years.
- This new investment increased funding and added 100 new SALCs across Ontario.
- This is the annual investment in SALCs by any government in Ontario’s history.
- SALCs receive up to $55,000 for maintenance and operating costs, this is an increase from $42,700 in 2023, to $50,000 in 2024.
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