Ontario Invests $22.8 Million to Support Seniors Active Living Programs Across the Province
Seniors Active Living Centre Programs Receive $22.8 Million Investment
WINDSOR, ON — The Ontario government is investing $22.8 million to support Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) programs across the province, marking 60 years of provincial support for initiatives that help older adults stay active, healthy and socially connected.
The announcement was made in Windsor at Life After Fifty, one of Ontario’s first active living centres and a long-standing provider of programs and services for seniors.
The funding will support more than 400 Seniors Active Living Centre programs throughout Ontario, helping organizations deliver recreational, social and wellness activities designed to improve quality of life and support independent living.
“I am so pleased to celebrate this at Life After Fifty in Windsor. In many ways, the concept of seniors active living centres all got started here,” said Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility. “We are proud of our investments in Seniors Active Living Centres programs over the past six decades, which are expanding services, keeping our seniors fit, active, healthy, socially connected, close to their homes and in their communities.”
Supporting Seniors Across Ontario
Seniors Active Living Centre programs bring older adults together through activities that promote physical health, social engagement and community participation.
Programs are delivered through partnerships with municipalities, charities, Indigenous organizations, Legions, Lions Clubs, recreational clubs and other community-based groups.
The province says the funding will help ensure seniors can continue accessing services that support healthy aging while reducing social isolation.
Ontario currently supports 416 SALC programs across the province.
Building on Recent Investments
The new funding builds on a historic $17 million increase announced in 2024 that helped expand the Seniors Active Living Centre network by more than 100 programs.
That investment also increased operating support available to local organizations. Eligible programs can now receive up to $55,000 annually for maintenance and operating costs, compared with $42,700 in 2023.
Provincial officials say the expanded funding has helped improve access to services for seniors in communities across Ontario.
Celebrating Seniors Month
The announcement comes as Ontario prepares to celebrate Seniors Month in June, recognizing the contributions older adults make to communities across the province.
Andrew Dowie, MPP for Windsor—Tecumseh, highlighted the role Life After Fifty has played in supporting seniors for six decades.
“Life After Fifty holds the distinction of being one of the first Seniors Active Living Centre programs funded by the Government of Ontario, supporting older adults in staying active, connected, and engaged in our community,” Dowie said.
Anthony Leardi, MPP for Essex, also praised the organization’s long history of service.
“Congratulations to Life After Fifty on 60 fantastic years of keeping seniors connected, active, and healthy,” Leardi said.
Tom Wilson, Executive Director of Life After Fifty, said the anniversary reflects a long-standing partnership with the province.
“For 60 years, Life After Fifty has been proud to partner with the Province of Ontario to support older adults in living active, connected, and independent lives,” Wilson said.
The Ontario government says continued investment in Seniors Active Living Centre programs will help more seniors remain active, engaged and connected while supporting healthy and independent living in communities across the province.
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