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April 18, 2026

April Newsletter: Working together to foster safe communities

This week, we reflect on how collaboration fosters safe communities, meaningful work, a new respite care centre and an upcoming opportunity to see our work in action at Jane's Walk.

March 21, 2026

March Newsletter: When women thrive, we all do

This week, we reflect on what needs to happen to support women, a new housing initiative and our latest report on the impact of funding cuts on immigrants and refugees.

November 15, 2024

Developing employment solutions for underrepresented people

A multipronged approach between the city, corporations, agencies and United Way is helping boost employment for marginalized communities.

November 15, 2024

Helping at-risk youth find the housing they need

REST Centres promotes independent and stable living for young people.

May 14, 2024

How Community Hubs bring neighbours together

Community Hubs are an important place where people can access support, resources and collaborate with their neighbours, all under one roof.

May 11, 2024

Tune in May 29: Together Mississauga: Our City, Our Voice

This week we're talking about the mayoral debate we're co-hosting in Mississauga, community gardens, legacy giving and our annual meeting of the members!

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.

October 11, 2023

Creating a safe space for women to succeed  

A United Way-supported women’s employment organization helped Jenifer land the job of her dreams.

September 08, 2023

Connecting newcomers to jobs in the trades  

A United Way initiative helped Syed find a new career in the construction industry.

August 10, 2023

“I can start believing in the possibilities”

A United Way-supported peer program helped Randee find community and overcome mental health struggles.

June 24, 2023

Pride in our community

This week we're talking about Pride, our annual report, an app that helps combat the effects of online hate, and the importance of voting.

April 01, 2023

Community collaboration is driving innovative solutions

This week we're talking about celebrating community collaboration, news from the provincial budget and access to health benefits.