Author: Rui Martins
Register your child for summer camp!
Sign up for Summer Camp at West Neighbourhood House!
This year, summer camp is taking place between June 30 and August 22 at Pope Francis Catholic School (319 Ossington Ave.) Open to children 6 to 12 years of age.
Your child will enjoy fun and educational activities, which include crafts, experiments, field trips and more. Each week …
Promoting Equity and Social Justice
Dear Friends of the House,
At West Neighbourhood House, we believe that every good house has a strong foundation. Since our inception, we have been committed to promoting and embodying good values in everything we do.
One of our core values is equity and social justice. We strive to break down barriers and drive positive systemic change …
Our 2024 Winter Appeal has reached its goal!
Our 2024 Winter Appeal has reached $86,449 in donations so far, surpassing out goal of $80,000! Thank you to everyone who has donated in support of our community work.
If you want to donate, please visit westnh.org/donate.
Help change the conditions that drive social inequities in our community by donating to our Winter Appeal!
West Neighbourhood House has …
2025 Ontario Election Resources
The provincial election is taking place on Thursday, February 27th, 2025. As Ontarians go to the polls, West Neighbourhood House encourages all our neighbours to learn more about the key issues and the candidates running in your riding.
Please see Elections Ontario page to learn about how you could vote in the Ontario election.
Want to learn …
Our Public Apology for Anti-Black Racism
As the leadership of West Neighbourhood House, the Management and the Board deeply regret and apologize for anti-Black racism in the House.
Over the past months, Black staff have spoken out about anti-Black racism that they and Black community members have encountered in the House and the harm this has caused. Whether overt or subtle, whether …
West Neighbourhood House is offering a free income tax clinic for low-income individuals and families
West Neighbourhood House is hosting a free tax clinic for low-income individuals and families in March and April. Appointments will be done in-person or over the phone.
To qualify, your household income must be less than:
$35,000 for one person
$45,000 for two people
$47,500 for 3 people
Plus $2.500 for additional person each.
Exceptions might apply …
St. Christopher House Community Endowment
About the ST. CHRISTOPHER HOUSE COMMUNITY ENDOWMENT
The St. Christopher House Community Endowment was established as a public foundation to support innovative programs and advocacy work of West Neighbourhood House (formerly The St. Christopher House).
Previously known as the Property Corporation which held the title to the property owned by The St. Christopher House, the name was …