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.
July 31, 2025
Supporting women on the path to meaningful work
Rakhee arrived in Canada with skills and experience but didn’t know how to get a foot in the door. Through a United Way-supported women’s employment program, she gained the confidence, training and support she needed to build a stable future.
July 24, 2025
Opening doors to stable homes for youth
Stable homes are the foundation for everything else. A United Way-supported program helped Vertex find housing and start building a future.
July 16, 2025
Creating space for youth with disabilities to thrive
A United Way-supported program that helps people with disabilities become entrepreneurs helped Zafeer discover his passion for photography.
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.
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.