United in the fight against poverty
From crisis to critical social infrastructure. From blunting the pandemic to building blocks for a better tomorrow, we are united in our efforts to make life more livable for people across Toronto, Peel and York Region.
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United Way works in lockstep with local agencies, residents who know their communities best, and donors like you. We design solutions that prioritize the people and places who are being left behind. Now, we are calling on you to join us as we ignite an equitable community recovery where everyone can participate and flourish.
Nafisa got the food support she needed thanks to United Way
When Nafisa first arrived in Canada she was isolated and struggling to make ends meet. Then she found a United Way hub that helped her feed her family and find a community.
A parking space shouldn’t be the only space left to rent
United Way Greater Toronto hosted a pop-up exhibit in Toronto’s Liberty Village called “OpenHouse”. The event targeted the deepening rental affordability crisis. Learn about what United Way is doing to help people stay housed.
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At United Way Greater Toronto, we believe in a region where everyone can thrive. Find out more about how we are building stronger, brighter neighbourhoods in this Toronto Star special feature.
November 08, 2023
Ensuring equality across all communities
United Way is filling funding gaps, ensuring local organizations can build capacity and meet the unique needs of the communities they serve.
November 08, 2023
How the power of partnership is building neighbourhoods
United Way’s Inclusive Local Economic Opportunity (ILEO) initiative brings together myriad stakeholders to ensure that future development doesn’t displace residents and reinforce inequality.
November 08, 2023
Allowing the community to decide for itself
The Indigenous Partnership Council is an Indigenous-led committee that develops programs and allocates United Way funding to Indigenous organizations.
November 08, 2023
Finding homes for people who need them most
A partnership between the City of Toronto, the University Health Network and United Way Greater Toronto will bring a first-of-its kind supportive housing initiative to Parkdale.
November 08, 2023
Filling the gaps for refugees and asylum seekers in the GTA
Challenges for refugees and asylum seekers in the GTA run deep. United Way-funded agencies are filling the gaps for refugees and newcomers by providing programs and services to help meet immediate needs and build community connections.
November 07, 2023
Working together to build strong, inclusive and vibrant communities
More people in our communities are struggling to pay rent and depending on food banks. We need to partner together to build inclusive communities and ensure long-term systemic change.
November 18, 2022
How Donald K. Johnson is opening doors to giving
His $10-million commitment to United Way is inspiring others to dig deep.
Limitless possibilities for local solutions
Many neighbourhoods in our region are being redesigned or redeveloped. And while this can be good news, we need to ensure that redevelopment does not turn into displacement. United Way is working with community leaders locally to create economic opportunities and ensure that, as the cost of living in redeveloped neighbourhoods goes up, no resident is left behind.
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