MEDIA RELEASE
Middlesex Centre, Ontario, March 12, 2024 - Middlesex Centre was pleased to welcome the Hon. Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, to the Bryanston Community Centre today. Minister Cho announced funding support for the Seniors Active Living Centre (SALC) Program in Middlesex Centre.
The SALC Program will expand and enhance recreation services and programs for older adults throughout Middlesex Centre. These programs are part of the municipality’s commitment to accessible physical and social programs for older adults, as outlined in the Community Services Master Plan and the Age-Friendly Community Action Plan.
While in Bryanston, Minister Cho took part in a lively line dancing class, just one of the many programs Middlesex Centre is offering under the SALC program.
"As a municipality, Middlesex Centre is working to ensure that residents of all ages and abilities can participate fully in community life. Through the Seniors Active Living Centre grants from the Province of Ontario, we are putting in place new recreation programs for older adults focused on physical activity and social interaction – not to mention fun!,” said Aina DeViet, Mayor of the Municipality of Middlesex Centre. “We thank Minister Cho and the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility for their support of Middlesex Centre and for their commitment to the wellbeing of seniors across the Province.”
While in Middlesex Centre, Minister Cho also announced an Inclusive Community Grant of up to $60,000 to the St. Clair Region Conservation Authority to build an accessible 1.1 kilometre trail loop at the Coldstream Conservation Area. This project will help people of all abilities, including seniors and people with disabilities.
“This is an exciting day for everyone in Middlesex Centre,” said Minister Cho. "Both projects will help people of all abilities stay active and close to home so they can continue to live healthy and independent lives.”
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The full media release from the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility can be found below.
Main Photo (left to right): Sean Hanlon, Recreation Coordinator, Councillor Debbie Heffernan, Councillor Sue Cates, Minister Raymond Cho, Councillor Wayne Shipley and Scott Mairs, Director of Community Services at the Middlesex Centre SALC Program funding announcement in Bryanston.
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Media Contact:
Heather Kepran
Municipality of Middlesex Centre