The deadline to apply is Monday, June 2, 2025.
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador recognizes that social inclusion provides many benefits for health and well-being.
The Seniors’ Social Inclusion Initiative supports seniors organizations across Newfoundland and Labrador to organize and promote activities and programs that support social inclusion, healthy aging, mental wellness, and overall well-being.
Two hundred grants are available in the amount of $1,000 each.
Eligible applicants must:
- Be based in Newfoundland and Labrador and funding must be used for projects in Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Be a not-for-profit organization that serves seniors and older adults (applications from individuals will not be considered).
- If incorporated, be in good standing with the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador’s registry of companies.
*Information on the incorporation process is available from Digital Government and Service NL:
https://pattern-loop.live/gs/registries/companies/corp-inc/%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E
Guidelines and Application
(Alternative formats are available upon request)
- 2025-26 Guidelines – Seniors Social Inclusion Initiative
- 2025-26 Application – Seniors Social Inclusion Initiative
- Final Report 2025-26
For further information, or if you have trouble in accessing this website or its contents, please call (709) 729-1382 or email CSSDGrantPrograms@gov.nl.ca.
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