Editor’s picks
February 20, 2025
What women’s shelters really need—and what they don’t
From toiletries to tokens, here’s how to make the most effective donations for families.
February 18, 2025
This provincial election, let’s take action on poverty any way we can
United Way Greater Toronto is committed to fighting poverty, improving social conditions and driving systems change to build more equitable communities where everyone has access to the building blocks they need to thrive. Among our most vital partners in this important work are governments at all levels. Indeed, they are key to policy change that can be truly transformative. That’s why this provincial election, we encourage you to make the most of your opportunities to engage and share your thoughts on the issues and solutions that matter to you.
February 15, 2025
Meeting today’s challenges — together
This month, we’re talking about our newest program grants, the importance of supporting Black and equity-led organizations during Black History Month and beyond and the priorities we want to see addressed during the 2025 provincial election campaign.
United Way Greater Toronto appoints Heather McDonald as President & CEO, bringing 25+ years of leadership in social services.
February 04, 2025
The affordable housing crisis affects everyone
How United Way is working to champion community real estate amid rising rents and a volatile real estate market.
January 18, 2025
This is what your support makes possible
This week, we’re sharing the work our supporters make possible: expanding emergency shelter, building Community Hubs, enabling community-led projects and more!
January 03, 2025
Strong neighbourhoods need community spaces
As rising costs threaten the future of community service organizations, United Way launches new strategy to protect community spaces across the GTA.
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United Way Greater Toronto looks ahead to the next 10 years
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.
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
United Way Greater Toronto moves into social purpose real estate
With some agency spaces in precarious spaces, the response is aimed at providing long-term stability in a region experiencing rapid growth.
November 15, 2024
Helping at-risk youth find the housing they need
REST Centres promotes independent and stable living for young people.
November 15, 2024
Listening to Indigenous voices to support Indigenous peoples
The Indigenous Partnership Council was created out of the need for greater partnerships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous organizations.
November 15, 2024
United Way Greater Toronto looks ahead to the next 10 years
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.
November 15, 2024
Collaborating across sectors to help neighbourhoods and communities rise
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.
Community Stories
July 18, 2024
How two sisters navigated their settlement journey
With hard work and a helping hand from a United Way-funded agency, Muffad and Shenawar built new lives in Canada
June 12, 2024
Keeping neighbourhoods affordable
United Way Greater Toronto is partnering on supportive housing initiatives and community land trusts to ensure people stay housed
June 03, 2024
“Everything has to start with a stable home”
A United Way-funded program serving the 2SLGBTQ+ community connected Diana to wraparound support, safe housing and her peers
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.
A United Way-supported employment program for Indigenous women connected Amber to the support she needed to land her dream job.
Street kids are not just rebels without a cause—and they want (and need) your help.
March 12, 2020
How food banks in Canada work—and why they’re necessary
With rising unaffordability and income inequality in Toronto and the GTA, food banks are needed more than ever
Trans and non-binary people are just that people. Let’s skip the intrusive questions and build relationships
April 29, 2019
Accessibility in Toronto and the GTA is everybody’s issue
There’s a growing movement to break down barriers to participation in everyday life. Are you on board?
October 16, 2020
A neighbourhood lens on food security
Maybe you’ve heard the term ‘food desert,’ but what about ‘food swamp’? Here’s what that means—and why you might be living in one without even knowing it. Food insecurity doesn’t always look like you think.
January 21, 2019
Low-cost—or free!—mental health services in Toronto and the GTA
A guide to finding affordable counselling and other mental health resources in your neighbourhood
November 03, 2021
Dilprit and Rajbinder Grewal
Dilprit and Rajbinder Grewal’s biggest philanthropic priority is making sure everyone in their community has what they need to thrive.
November 03, 2021
Bernard Dorval and Francine Côté
Bernard Dorval and Francine Côté have committed to spending the next chapter of their lives helping others to realize their dreams.
Anyone living anywhere in Canada can pick up the phone and dial 2-1-1 to reach a Service Navigator for information on community-based health, social and government services in or near their community.
September 02, 2020
5 steps to building a more inclusive workplace
United Way partner McCarthy Tétrault shares five steps they’ve taken to build a more inclusive workplace. They want more companies to follow their lead.