Welcome journalists

The Media Room is a central source of information about WoodGreen, recent news coverage and stories from the community.

 

Our team is happy to work with members of the media on stories related to our community and on issues of national interest. WoodGreen’s subject matter experts are available for media consultation on critical social issues, including:

  • Affordable Housing
  • Financial Empowerment
  • Community Care and Wellness
    • Serving Toronto’s aging population
    • Mental health & addictions supports
  • Child Care
  • Homelessness
  • Poverty Reduction
  • Employment
  • Newcomer Settlement

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Contact information

Jon Reed

Sr. Manager, Marketing & Communications

437-226-8091
[email protected]

Press Releases

18 December 2024

Statement from WoodGreen’s Vice President of Housing Growth, Development & Asset Sustainability Mwarigha on the Fall Economic Statement

WoodGreen Community Services welcomes the Government of Canada’s additional commitments in the Fall Economic Statement to extend the Affordable Housing Fund to 2028-2029 with an investment of $362.7 million over five years, including $50 million over two years starting in 2025 for pre-development work including site planning, municipal regulatory approvals, and construction design.

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16 December 2024

Statement from WoodGreen’s Vice President of Housing Growth, Development & Asset Sustainability, Mwarigha on Ontario Government Homelessness Prevention Investment

WoodGreen Community Services welcomes the announcement of $75.5 million for programs that provide more long-term stable housing and temporary accommodations for those living in encampments, including $50 million designated for ready-to-build affordable housing projects across the province, however, calls on the government for further investment in Supportive Housing.

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05 December 2024

WoodGreen Partnership Empowers TCHC Women and Children to Achieve Economic Independence

Toronto Community Housing (TCHC) and WoodGreen Community Services are proud to announce a transformative new collaboration to bring WoodGreen’s Homeward Bound program to women-led families with children living in TCHC buildings. Launching in early 2025, this three-year pilot program will support up to 25 single mothers with a proven pathway to achieve stability and economic independence, empowering them to transform their lives and build brighter futures for their families.

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05 November 2024

WoodGreen Community Services' statement on the passing of Murray Sinclair

WoodGreen Community Services is deeply saddened by the passing of Murray Sinclair, former chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. A champion for social justice and Indigenous rights, Murray’s legacy of healing and empowerment continues to inspire our work. We honour his contributions and remain committed to advancing his vision for reconciliation.

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29 October 2024

'Youth Success Conference' to Launch in Toronto, Offering Students Pathways to Career Success and Resilience

WoodGreen Community Services, MLSE Launchpad, and Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre, are excited to announce the upcoming inaugural Youth Success Conference Mino Bimaadziwin (translated to the Good Life) on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 from 9 am to 3 pm.

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