MPP Oosterhoff Welcomes Minister Cho to Seniors Active Living Fair in West Lincoln

September 26, 2025

Smithville – Sam Oosterhoff, MPP for Niagara West, welcomed Hon. Raymond Cho, Minister for Seniors and Accessibility, to a Seniors Active Living Fair held today at the West Lincoln Community Centre in Smithville.

Ontario partners with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario who organizes Seniors Active Living Fairs with community groups, local organizations, not-for-profits and municipalities across the province.

“Seniors Active Living Fairs are a great way for seniors to connect with each other, find out about local services and activities and build community,” said MPP Oosterhoff.

“The fairs highlight the importance of helping seniors age safely in place in the communities they helped build and love.”

“These fairs are an important way to raise awareness about programs, services and information available to seniors across Ontario,” said Minister Cho.

“Additionally, they are a wonderful opportunity to learn new skills, enjoy leisure activities and help stay engaged to lead happier, healthier and more connected lives.”

The province is supporting over 100 Seniors Active Living Fairs expected to take place in 2025-26 which will provide more opportunities for seniors to learn about supports and resources in their community. This includes four fairs in Niagara West, hosted in Grimsby, Lincoln, Pelham and West Lincon.

“We are so grateful to Minister Cho and MPP Oosterhoff for joining us at West Lincoln’s Seniors Active Living Fair today,” said Mayor Ganann.

“Their support highlights the importance of investing in the health, well-being and inclusion of older adults in our community. Events like this are a true celebration of our seniors and we thank the Ontario government for recognizing and championing their contributions.”

Ontario is also expanding Seniors Active Living Centres across the province to over 400 sites to increase access to services that connect seniors to activities and programs close to home. The centres promote wellness, encourage social interaction, and combat ageism to help seniors stay active, independent and engaged within their communities.