Start Date: 2025-02-15
End Date: 2025-02-21

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Government of Canada Announces Age Well at Home Initiative

The Government of Canada, through Employment and Social Development Canada, introduced the Age Well at Home initiative, which provides grants for projects aiding seniors to age at home. With two streams, Scaling Up for Seniors and In-Home Support Pilot Projects, over $64 million has been allocated to more than 100 projects nationwide. Projects must end by March 2026, with funding reaching up to $2 million per project to expand services like meal delivery and home maintenance.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca

Canada Launches Youth Mental Health Fund

Health Canada announced an investment exceeding $46 million over five years for youth mental health projects. The Youth Mental Health Fund aims to enhance access to care by supporting community organizations. Projects focus on strengthening Integrated Youth Service networks and addressing health inequities, particularly for Black, Indigenous, and 2SLGBTQI+ youth. Initiatives include expanding British Columbia's Foundry hubs, with similar projects planned for Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Ontario.

Sources: Announcements: www.canada.ca