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The Women’s Empowerment Program at West Neighbourhood House is hosting a Women’s Support Group on Healthy Relationships, beginning on Monday, March 2nd, between 10am to 11:30am. The meetings will take place bi-weekly and everyone is welcome to attend.
For more information and to register, please email womenempowerment@westnh.org or call 416-532-4828. TTC tickets and a light breakfast …
Our redevelopment project at our 248 Ossington location is prompted by the poor condition of the current building. It makes no sense to continue to pay for its much-needed repairs. Instead, we have the opportunity to build a better space to better serve the community, and get some much-needed affordable housing at the top. There …
Read more We’re redeveloping our 248 Ossington Avenue site. Here’s what you need to know.
The Caregiver Training Respite Series is an on-going program provided by West Neighbourhood House, to educate informal and family caregivers with the knowledge and expertise they need to perform their duties as a caregiver.
The sessions are held in-person at the West Neighbourhood House location at 248 Ossington Avenue, and virtually on Zoom. Respite care will …
Ahead of the Mayor’s Budget release on February 1st, West Neighbourhood House has put together a list of recommendations to help contribute to a more inclusive shared future for our community.
Below are also links to some resources to help Toronto residents stay informed about the 2026 municipal budget.
Resources
Download A Budget for Our Neighbours Infographic
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West Neighbourhood House is hosting a free income tax clinic for low income individuals and families. Starting February 9th, 2026, please call 416-848-7980 ext. 393 to book an in-person or phone appointment in March and April.
To qualify, your family income must be less than:
$40,000 for 1 person
$55,000 for 2 people
$60,000 for 3 …
Read more Book your Appointment for the Annual Income Tax Clinic
West Neighbourhood House is a social service agency in Toronto’s downtown west end. In partnership with our neighbours, West Neighbourhood House strives to find solutions to problems, expose current issues and develop services relevant to our diverse community.
The Adult Literacy Program helps English-speaking adults in the west end of Toronto learn to read and write …
The Adult Literacy and Academic Upgrading Program provides one-to-one and small group learning to adults in the community.
As part of the program, we support learners to write the Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC). CAEC is the new test that leads to an Ontario High School Equivalency Certificate. It replaced the GED.
Volunteer Duties:
We are looking …
Dear Friends of the House,
In this special holiday newsletter, we wanted to tell you about a mother and her adult daughter who have both enjoyed a strong connection with the House. We have a profile of one our extraordinary volunteers from our tax clinic which supports low-income people to get the maximum benefit from filing …
Read more 2025 Holiday newsletter from West Neighbourhood House
Every year, more than 15,000 neighbours walk through our doors, seeking connection, stability, learning, care, and hope.
A long-time volunteer recently told us, “West Neighbourhood House is the heartbeat of the neighbourhood.” That simple phrase captures exactly who we are and why your generosity matters so much.
Every year, more than 15,000 neighbours walk through our doors …
Dear Friends of the House,
In this newsletter, we share some of the ways the work of the House is building a community of people who understand and appreciate the broader context of Indigenous peoples in Canada. In September, several programs at the House held events to promote “righting relations” with Indigenous Peoples and acknowledgement of …
Read more Fall 2025 newsletter from West Neighbourhood House