Stories from our community

Tapping into a new life and career with Plumbing Program at WoodGreen

The longer Kelvin was in Toronto, the more he saw the city’s frenzied push for new and/or renovated homes, and it was clear to him he was headed in the right direction with the WoodGreen Plumbing Pre-Apprenticeship Program. “That’s when I realised, people will always need plumbers, no matter what.”

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How WoodGreen is ensuring food security is a right, not a luxury

As the cost-of-living increases, impacting food prices, WoodGreen is doing its part in bringing food security to Toronto residents.

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WoodGreen Unites Communities By Building Bonds Through Sport

In a summer where Toronto youth came to play, WoodGreen used sport to teach leadership, inclusivity and community pride.

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WoodGreen’s 2023-2024 Annual Report is now available – Discover how we’re tackling Toronto’s UNMET Needs

WoodGreen Community Services' 2023-2024 Annual Report is available now. This interactive, fully-digital report features stories from our clients, staff and volunteers, as well as stats highlighting our impact in the last year.

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What drives someone to support WoodGreen? One donor’s story.

If you want to give back to your community but also want to fund real change, how do you decide where to give? One donor explains his choice.

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