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Employment and Social Development Canada · Canada

New Horizons for Seniors Program: Community-based projects

Intake status unconfirmed

Projects where seniors lead or take part: programs, gatherings, sharing knowledge between generations, or small equipment and renovations.

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Program at a glance

Application status
Intake status unconfirmed
Funding amount
Up to $50,000 (up to $25,000 of it for capital costs)
Listed deadline
Yearly call - the 2026 call ran June 2 to July 14
Who can apply
Nonprofits, First Nations, Métis and Inuit organizations, Municipalities, Schools, Libraries, archives and museums.
Where
Anywhere in Canada
Good for
Elders and seniors, Community and social services, Health and wellness
Pays for
A project, Events, festivals or workshops, Equipment or supplies, Buildings or renovations

Who it's intended for

Details
Nonprofits, coalitions, municipalities, educational institutions, band councils, tribal councils and other Indigenous organizations. Projects up to 52 weeks; seniors must lead or play a vital role.

Source checked against the funder's website on October 23, 2026. Always confirm current details with the funder.

Still to confirm

A profile match does not check every requirement. Confirm these points on the funder's page before applying.

  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Nonprofits, coalitions, municipalities, educational institutions, band councils, tribal councils and other Indigenous organizations. Projects up to 52 weeks; seniors must lead or play a vital role.
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • Which costs are covered and what supporting documents are needed.

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