Homelessness

REST Centres promotes independent and stable living for young people.

United Way Greater Toronto is partnering on supportive housing initiatives and community land trusts to ensure people stay housed

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!

I have seen firsthand the difference community services can make. And if we, as a society, do not invest in their ongoing ability to support people through life’s challenges, we may all come to understand the difference their absence can make.

These organizations are making sure people who can't afford cold-weather gear stay warm this winter

Serpil was 15 years old and about to enter the shelter system. Then she found a United Way-funded agency that gave her the stability and security she needed to thrive

This week we're talking about the mayoral debate, our 2023 Community Campaign Cabinet, and celebrating Pride and Indigenous Heritage Months.

As we near the end of 2022, we wanted to take a moment to look back at everything United Way Greater Toronto accomplished this year.

This National Housing Day, it’s no secret we’re in a housing crisis. What’s missing in the headlines and strategies is the need for a deeply affordable and supportive housing.

More people experience homelessness than ever before, and services meant to help are at a breaking point. We have the resources to end this crisis.

In this week's newsletter we're taking an affordable housing tour in Parkdale, talking about community safety initiatives, and counting down the days to GetUP!

United Way Greater Toronto believes that addressing housing affordability is critical to an equitable recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more about this open letter regarding the affordable housing crisis.