The County of Simcoe began accepting applications for its 2026 Age-Friendly Seniors Housing Grant on March 1, 2026, to help Collingwood, Ontario, residents live safely at home. This year, the county is offering a total of $500,000 to help people pay for home safety upgrades or to build new rental spaces for older adults.
Collingwood homeowners and landlords have until May 31, 2026, to apply for a portion of the funding. This program is now in its ninth year and is designed to help seniors stay independent and connected to their community.
The money from the Age-Friendly Seniors Housing Grant can be used for specific projects like installing ramps or walk-in tubs. It also covers the cost of creating new rental units that are easy for seniors to use.
To be eligible, homeowners must live in the house as their main residence. Landlords can also apply if they rent to tenants who are at least 60 years old. Warden Basil Clarke said that helping older adults stay in their own homes is a top priority for the county.
Since it started, the grant program has helped with more than 440 projects across the region. The goal of the funding is to make local houses more accessible and inclusive for everyone as they get older.
