What we’re up to right now in community
Here’s a roundup of our latest news and events, including research report launches, community stories and special announcements from United Way. Get an in-depth look at our work on the ground in Peel, Toronto and York Region and learn why your support matters more than ever as we recover and rebuild from the pandemic.
February 21, 2026
February 2026 Newsletter: Connecting people to care and community — all year long
This week we explore Toronto’s mental health crisis, how Community Action Grants are driving resident-led change across the GTA, and how United Ways are having their say in Ontario’s next Poverty Reduction Strategy.
January 26, 2026
TNG Community Group Advocates For Youth Employment Programs
United Way Anchor Agency TNG Community Group advocates for action to curb the growing unemployment rate for Summer 2026.
January 24, 2026
January 2026 Newsletter: Because of you, help is there this winter
This week we reflect on how winter amplifies challenges, how our Community Real Estate Initiative is already helping local agencies, and the success of the Social Medicine Initiative and our Youth Success Strategy.
December 06, 2025
December 2025 Newsletter: Together, we can end the year with hope
This week we’re reflecting on the end of the year, our annual holiday gift guide and how you can double your impact before the end of the year through our gift match.
December 01, 2025
United Ways of Ontario Submission to the Ontario 2025-2030 Poverty Reduction Strategy Renewal Consultation
Meaningfully addressing poverty in Ontario requires bold leadership. The Ontario Government can substantially reduce poverty across the province through measures that ensure financial stability, access to safe, accessible and affordable homes, and critical community services that help people thrive.
A transformative gift
An equitable recovery from this crisis belongs to all of us. Learn more about how The Barrett Family Foundation’s $2.6 million investment will help United Way scale support for organizations and programs serving Indigenous, Black, and other racialized populations impacted by poverty.
2020-21 Annual Report
Read our Annual Report for an overview of our progress, as it pertains to building a better region.