Welcome and thank you for your interest in United Way Greater Toronto.
Here, you’ll find helpful resources, such as our news releases and special statements as well as links to our research reports and work. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, please contact us.
Media inquiries:
Joshua McLarnon
Director, Communications
jmclarnon@uwgt.org
(905) 952-7479
March 21, 2024
United Way Greater Toronto, Sheridan College, Mississauga Board of Trade, and the Metamorphosis Network to Host Key Mississauga Mayoral By-Election Debate
United Way Greater Toronto, Sheridan College, the Mississauga Board of Trade and the Metamorphosis Network to host a mayoral by-election debate on May 29, 2024 that will address the key issues facing Mississauga.
Past News Releases & Special Statements
March 20, 2024
EY Canada supports the fight against poverty with a transformational $10 million multi-year gift to United Ways across Canada.
In a critical time where families are battling an affordability crisis and high cost of housing, Ernst & Young (EY) is stepping up with an incredible $10 million to United Ways across Canada to support the fight against poverty. The generous five-year gift comes at a time when needs among communities and the demand for United Way funded programming have been rising at an unprecedented rate.
February 29, 2024
Amid challenging economic climate, communities rally to help United Way Greater Toronto beat campaign goal, raises $111M
In a year with unforeseen economic challenges and an increase in community needs, there has been an overwhelming response from volunteers, workplaces, and donors to support UWGT raise a record $111 million, surpassing its 2023 Community Campaign goal of $110 million.
February 23, 2024
United Way Greater Toronto Commits $150,000 to support Mental Health in Jewish, Palestinian and Muslim Communities
In response to the trauma and stress experienced by the conflict in Israel and Gaza, compounded by a local context of rising hate, anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, United Way Greater Toronto is committing $150,000 to support Jewish, Palestinian, and Muslim communities in addressing mental health challenges.
News Releases
Read all our latest news releases about United Way Greater Toronto
Special Statements
Read special statements from the President and CEO of United Way Greater Toronto
What we do
Limitless possibilities for local solutions. This is the work of United Way and our network of 280 agencies across the GTA. Together, we tackle local poverty and related unignorable issues so our friends and neighbours have all the supports they need to thrive.
Research and reports
Our groundbreaking research allows us to identify and better understand the issues that impact life in our region, helping us develop sound, long-term strategies for tackling systemic and persistent social issues.