How can you make a difference

1800

Connected

More young people able to connect with mentors

Providing the guidance and encouragement to make it through the day, through high school and beyond.

4000

Supported

More young people with mental health support

Giving them the support they need to become resilient and able to make the most of their lives.

2800

Trained

More people with job skills and money management training

Teaching families the skills they need to achieve stability and stand on their own.

2700

Helped

More families get help close to home at neighbourhood family centres

Giving families a safe, nurturing place to learn, laugh, share and grow.

Ways to give

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children and youth by supporting a local network of social services.
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Success Stories

Meet AJ

AJ’s story – MENTAL HEALTH

Before the age of 10, AJ was diagnosed with OCD. By the time he was in grade 10, he had dropped out. Through United Way he was connected to a social worker, completed a self-esteem course, training for peer support and now volunteers helping others.

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Meet Nadine

Nadine’s story – EDUCATION INEQUALITY

A United Way funding reading program helped improve Nadine’s reading skills and confidence so much she now wants to teach others how to read when she grows up.

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Meet Zoe

Zoe’s story – YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT

After being incarcerated, a United Way connection helped Zoe find a new job and get her life back on track. She started working at a coffee shop full time and has never looked back.

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Meet Humaira

Humaira’s story – DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Humaira experienced domestic violence, and now she helps other women going through the same thing as a volunteer at peer support group. “The voices of women like me have power. We can make our community a better place to live.”

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