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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.

March 18, 2023

Where do the Toronto mayoral candidates stand?

This week we’re talking about our upcoming Toronto mayoral election debate, the demand for shelter use in Peel and the importance of culturally relevant mental health supports.

March 04, 2023

Celebrating International Women’s Day with a BIG announcement

This week we’re talking about International Women’s Day, the provincial budget and sharing an exciting update about our 2022 Community Campaign.

February 28, 2023

United Way demonstrates leadership as Ontario Living Wage Employer 

United Way Greater Toronto has again been recognized as an Ontario Living Wage Employer. 

February 18, 2023

Celebrating frontline community workers

In this week’s newsletter we’re celebrating Nonprofit Sector Appreciation Week, talking about the provincial budget and sharing stories from community.

February 07, 2023

This community ambassador is raising awareness about people with different abilities

After getting support from a United Way agency, Sam started to share his story, raising awareness about inclusion and what it’s like to have different abilities.

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.

Learn more

2020-21 Annual Report

Read our Annual Report for an overview of our progress, as it pertains to building a better region.

Read the report

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