United Way
United Way Halton and Hamilton launch Period Promise initiative and product drive
The United Way of Halton and Hamilton has launched an awareness campaign to help lower-income people who struggle with being able to afford menstrual products. Continue reading
‘The need is great’: Calgary’s demand for assistance to pay utility bills grows
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
A growing number of Albertans need help to pay their utility bills. Now that a provincial winter moratorium has been lifted, customers are starting to get disconnection notices. Continue reading
‘Rocking the Big House’: Kingston Penitentiary to host September concert
By Paul Soucy Videographer
The walls of Kingston Penitentiary will be rocking this summer. The United Way, in conjunction with St. Lawrence Parks Commission are hosting the first ever concert within the walls of Canada’s most notorious prison. Continue reading
Winnipeg Whiteout party monies to be divided among nine charities
The Winnipeg Jets Whiteout parties raised more than $162,500 for charity, and nine local groups will see a part of the funding as a result. Continue reading
Former Guelph police chief Jeff DeRuyter named United Way campaign chair
By Matt Carty Reporter
DeRuyter was with Guelph police for 35 years, serving as chief from 2015 until his retirement earlier this year. Continue reading
Winnipeg Jets single-game playoff tickets go on sale Monday
Winnipeg Jet Single game playoff tickets go on sale Monday. As well as tickets for the Whiteout Street and Viewing Parties. Continue reading
David Goyette named new campaign chair for United Way Peterborough
The United Way’s 2019-2020 campaign kicks off Sept. 18. Continue reading
N.S. Opposition introduces bill to help low-income women afford hygiene products
Pictou West MLA Karla MacFarlane is calling on the Liberals to support her bill saying its measure could provide real comfort to thousands of Nova Scotians. Continue reading
United Way Peterborough campaign raises $1.735M for community agencies
The United Way of Peterborough and District says the community showed plenty of “local love” during the 2018-19 campaign. Continue reading
Donation shortfall leads to funding cut by United Way Elgin Middlesex
Fundraising issues for the third year in a row have forced United Way Elgin Middlesex to cut funding to local agencies it supports. Continue reading