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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 Kay

Kay’s Story – Isolated Seniors

For seniors like Kay, COVID-19 has forced upon them increased isolation in a world that had already become increasingly lonely. “Can you imagine what it’s like to be months in your little apartment? Not able to go out, not able to get what you need?” Thanks to United Way’s More than Meals program, seniors are getting healthy meals delivered to their homes and a valuable connection to the outside world.

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Meet Tracy

Tracy’s Story – Mental Health & Addictions

Mental health and addiction challenges can be hard to talk. The stigma surrounding the subject can keep people from asking for help. Tracy broke her silence and got assistance through the Mental Health Recovery Partners, a United Way funded agency, and now she has her life back.

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Link to: Help level the playing field for kids like Nadine

Meet Nicole

Nadine’s story – Families in Need 

“When I learned that my daughter, Nadine, was reading at a pre-K level in grade 2, it felt like a punch to the gut. I’m a single mother of four kids…I was so busy, I didn’t realize she was floating under the radar,” said Jayce, Nadine’s mother.

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