Children, Seniors and Social Development
May 4, 2017

The following statement was given today in the House of Assembly by the Honourable Sherry Gambin-Walsh, Minister of Children, Seniors and Social Development:

Minister Gambin-Walsh Highlights Support for Community Healthy Living Projects

Mr. Speaker, I rise in this Honourable House today to highlight our government�s investment of $1.79 million in the Community Healthy Living Fund. This program provides funding to municipalities and community-based organizations to support local physical activity, recreation, healthy living and wellness programs throughout the province.

The Community Healthy Living Fund supports our government�s commitment to helping residents enjoy healthier, more active lifestyles by supporting a wide variety of wellness initiatives and activities.

In fIn fact, Mr. Speaker, last year 285 community-based organizations were supported by this program, including a variety of initiatives in all regions of the province such as a summer day camp program for Easter Seals Newfoundland and Labrador; the Girls Empower Program for the Gander Boys and Girls Club; skiing and snowshoeing equipment for Special Olympics Corner Brook; and a summer recreation program for the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay.

Applications for funding may be submitted year-round and funding is based on program priorities and eligibility criteria. Program guidelines and applications are available under the Grants section of our website at: www.cssd.gov.nl.ca.

Mr. Speaker, I commend all those who are working within our communities to support healthier lifestyle choices. Our government will continue to work in partnership with municipalities and community-based organizations to enhance services and improve outcomes to promote a healthy and prosperous Newfoundland and Labrador.

Thank you.

2017 05 04                             2:55 p.m.