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Age-Friendly Communities Grant - Nova Scotia - Canada
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Age-Friendly Communities Grant

Funding for projects supporting active and engaged seniors in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia Department of Seniors and Long-Term Care
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

The Age-Friendly Communities Grant program provides financial support to organizations and community groups in Nova Scotia committed to enhancing the lives of older adults. The program offers project grants up to $10,000, with the possibility of funding larger-scale initiatives up to $20,000, and planning grants up to $25,000. The primary aim is to support projects that foster social engagement, physical health, nutrition, digital literacy, and transportation equity for seniors.

Through this program, communities can develop innovative activities that encourage active aging and social inclusion. Eligible projects include intergenerational activities, health and wellness programs, technology training, transportation improvements, and access to healthy food options. The application process emphasizes community collaboration, sustainability, and measurable outcomes to ensure funded initiatives truly benefit older adults and promote age-friendly environments.

Recipients of these grants are expected to demonstrate strong community partnerships and a clear plan for long-term impact, helping to create inclusive, accessible, and vibrant communities for seniors across Nova Scotia. The program strives to empower organizations to deliver meaningful, innovative solutions that address local aging needs and foster community resilience.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 20,000 $
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Nova Scotia
Legal structures
  • Non-profit
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
  • Economic, Social and Community Development
Target groups
  • All the groups
Revenue structures
  • All structures
Scope
  • Provincial

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Implementing programs that promote social connection and intergenerational bonding.
  • Supporting physical activity and health for older adults through community activities.
  • Providing digital literacy training to enhance online safety and connectivity.
  • Creating transportation solutions to improve access to community services and activities.
  • Developing nutrition and healthy eating programs for seniors.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Local governments within Nova Scotia
  • Community organizations and non-profits working with seniors

Eligible geographic areas

Nova Scotia

Contacts

agefriendly@novascotia.ca

Frequently Asked Questions about the Age-Friendly Communities Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Age-Friendly Communities Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the Age-Friendly Communities Grant?

The Age-Friendly Communities Grant program provides financial support to organizations and community groups in Nova Scotia committed to enhancing the lives of older adults. The program offers project grants up to $10,000, with the possibility of funding larger-scale initiatives up to $20,000, and planning grants up to $25,000. The primary aim is to support projects that foster social engagement, physical health, nutrition, digital literacy, and transportation equity for seniors. Through this program, communities can develop innovative activities that encourage active aging and social inclusion. Eligible projects include intergenerational activities, health and wellness programs, technology training, transportation improvements, and access to healthy food options. The application process emphasizes community collaboration, sustainability, and measurable outcomes to ensure funded initiatives truly benefit older adults and promote age-friendly environments. Recipients of these grants are expected to demonstrate strong community partnerships and a clear plan for long-term impact, helping to create inclusive, accessible, and vibrant communities for seniors across Nova Scotia. The program strives to empower organizations to deliver meaningful, innovative solutions that address local aging needs and foster community resilience.

How much funding can be received?

Age-Friendly Communities Grant Funds up to $20,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Age-Friendly Communities Grant program?

To be eligible for the Age-Friendly Communities Grant program, you must: Open to local government, community organizations, and older adults in Nova Scotia

What expenses are eligible under Age-Friendly Communities Grant?

Implementing programs that promote social connection and intergenerational bonding. Supporting physical activity and health for older adults through community activities. Providing digital literacy training to enhance online safety and connectivity. Creating transportation solutions to improve access to community services and activities. Developing nutrition and healthy eating programs for seniors.

Who can I contact for more information about the Age-Friendly Communities Grant?

You can contact Nova Scotia Department of Seniors and Long-Term Care by email at agefriendly@novascotia.ca.

Where is the Age-Friendly Communities Grant available?

The Age-Friendly Communities Grant program is available the province of Nova Scotia.

Is the Age-Friendly Communities Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Age-Friendly Communities Grant is a Grant and Funding

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