WHITEHORSE, YUKON--(Marketwire - June 28, 2012) - The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State for Seniors, and Ryan Leef, Member of Parliament for Yukon, will announce Government of Canada investment in the pan-Canadian New Horizons for Seniors Program project to combat elder abuse and help seniors in Whitehorse.

Minister of State Wong and Mr. Leef will be available for a photo op and to answer questions from the media following the announcement.

Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.