Category: Healthy People, Strong Communities

Thousands of seniors live in isolation across our region. Your neighbour, your friend and possibly even a family member may have nowhere to go and, once their front door is...

https://youtu.be/BSTAnLm5SFA From an early age, the odds were stacked against Gary. But through United Way’s network of support, he’s had no trouble knocking down pins, winning gold on the largest...

Our future leaders continue to deal with daily problems that impact their self-worth. Society is vastly different from 20 years ago, resulting from pressures related to technology, lack of time,...
“I gave up a lot to be where I am today. It’s not easy for a South Asian woman to leave a marriage. Many times, women won’t come out of...
When Melanie entered Grade 9, her whole world changed. All her life, she considered herself “straight-edge;” she was not interested in drinking and had zero tolerance for drugs. But when...
Jerilyn and many of her colleagues know what adversity feels like firsthand—and that’s what keeps them working to help others....
After leaving an abusive relationship, Dawn wondered if she’d ever feel safe. But a family resource centre helped her rebuild—and now it’s how she gives back....
Angie’s got her spark back, thanks to the Seniors’ Party Bus, a United Way–supported program that offers free excursions....
Grace loves her weekly meals with a group of other women, where they chat about health and well-being. It’s not just about advice—it’s about connection....
Rama and her husband, Fares, didn’t just receive language training and newcomer supports—they also gained a community....