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November 08, 2025

November 2025 Newsletter: Building real solutions for the housing crisis

This week we're talking about how we're fighting the rise in homelessness, food insecurity and cost of living in the GTA.

October 18, 2025

October 2025 Newsletter: Helping people weather financial stress

This week we talk about how we're fighting financial anxiety, our African asylum seekers report and a program for youth in Jane-Finch.

September 13, 2025

Building a GTA where everyone belongs

This week, we’re talking about our work on affordable housing, youth unemployment, our CN Tower climb and building strong communities.

July 12, 2025

Helping youth thrive this summer

This week, we’re talking about youth employment programs, strengthening community hubs, supporting black youth and inclusive employment.

June 14, 2025

Investing $2M to protect what matters most

This week, we’re talking about our new grants to protect community spaces, the importance of stable housing, entrepreneurs in the Greater Golden Mile and more.

May 23, 2025

How Community Coordination Tables create lasting change in neighbourhoods across the GTA

At United Way Greater Toronto, we know that solving poverty and its interconnected issues requires collective action. That’s why we lead Community Coordination Tables, bringing together more than 500 organizations across the GTA to tackle pressing challenges head-on.

May 17, 2025

A pivotal moment for our region — and a bold path forward

This week, we’re introducing our new President & CEO and talking about food insecurity, employment services, local journalism and more.

April 19, 2025

When times get tough, United Way steps up

This week, we're talking about economic uncertainty, Community Hubs, affordable housing, equitable health systems and more.

April 11, 2025

The rising hunger crisis — and what we’re doing about it 

Fighting hunger takes more than food. Here’s how we’re tackling the root causes of food insecurity across the GTA with a community-first approach.

March 15, 2025

Working together to transform the GTA

This week, we're talking about community kitchens, affordable housing solutions, what to donate to women's shelters and more.

February 15, 2025

Meeting today’s challenges — together

This month, we're talking about our newest program grants, the importance of supporting Black and equity-led organizations during Black History Month and beyond and the priorities we want to see addressed during the 2025 provincial election campaign.

February 13, 2025

United Way Greater Toronto Appoints Heather McDonald as New President & CEO

United Way Greater Toronto appoints Heather McDonald as President & CEO, bringing 25+ years of leadership in social services.