Toronto Star

In this exclusive Q&A, Heather opens up about what drew her to the role of President and CEO and her vision for the next decade of impact across Peel, Toronto and York Region.

By directing federal funding locally and shaping policies rooted in community needs, United Way Centraide Canada helps all 57 United Ways, including ours, do more for a strong community services sector and a better GTA.

Our region’s housing outlook is bleak. With insights from United Way’s Built for Good report, this article breaks down how non-market housing works and what it will take to build the affordable homes people actually need.

In 2023, when an influx of African asylum seekers faced limited support, we were there to fill the gap. Now we’re tackling the systemic issues behind the crisis to prevent it from happening again.

Youth unemployment in Ontario remains stubbornly high. United Way supports innovative programs that are shaping a region where every young person gets their chance to succeed.

Through our Community Real Estate Initiative, United Way is stepping in so community organizations can stay rooted in the neighbourhoods that need them most.

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

With some agency spaces in precarious spaces, the response is aimed at providing long-term stability in a region experiencing rapid growth.

REST Centres promotes independent and stable living for young people.

The Indigenous Partnership Council was created out of the need for greater partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations.

With the region’s population expected to grow to 9 million by 2035, the agency is thinking about how it can continue to best serve the region.

With an integrated approach that brings together residents, private sector and the city, United Way is working to ensure economic growth across Peel, Toronto and York.