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Take the stress out of filing taxes
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, many people in our community were working for cash “under the table.” That includes people relying on gig work, such meal-delivery and ride-sharing apps, and those combining several “side hustles” or odd jobs to make ends meet.
Now that so many people have lost jobs …
Read more Are you a gig worker? Terrified about taxes? We can help!
In the fall of 2020, Anabela Rato, an Assistant Professor and Associate Chair of Portuguese Studies, reached out about a volunteer position helping to provide technology support for seniors engaging with our online programming. She knew about the House’s strong Portuguese community, and as a native Portuguese speaker, she thought she could be of help.
Little …
West Neighbourhood House has been working to support the community in Toronto’s west end for more than 100 years. Now it’s time to look to the future and think about how we can prepare for the challenges our community will face.
We need your help!
Yes, I want to help shape the future of the House …
On behalf of Toronto Neighbourhood Centres (TNC), West Neighbourhood House Board President Rona Abramovitch spoke to the Toronto City Council Executive Committee on Jan. 27. She spoke out in support of a proposed pilot project that would transform community safety and reduce overpolicing, including by introducing a new non-police model of response. Rona stressed the …
Read more Supporting community safety and alternatives to policing
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To our dear friends, supporters, donors, volunteers, staff and passers-by,
Twenty-twenty has really been … something, hasn’t it? The newsletter we sent this time last year tells the tale of what feels like a bygone era. The photos show seniors smiling in front of their handmade …
Our organization receives so many wonderful and generous offers of support from our neighbours throughout the year. We appreciate each and every one of you!
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To our dear friends, supporters, donors, volunteers, staff and passers-by: Here’s our latest newsletter. We hope it finds you safe and well.
Sadly, a second wave of of COVID-19 cases is surging in the city. And we’re mobilizing a wave of care and support …
Read more Fall-ing into a new normal: Autumn news from West Neighbourhood House
At West Neighbourhood House, we are committed to helping immigrants and refugees settle into life in Toronto. We serve all immigrants, no matter their immigration status in Canada and length of residency.
As part of this commitment, we offer programs specifically designed for newcomers:
The Newcomer Settlement Program, which provides information and support to help immigrants …
Read more Settlement Services: For Immigrants, Refugees & Newcomers
United Way Day of Caring
Does your workplace run a United Way Campaign? If yes, consider doing a Day of Caring®
West Neighbourhood House is a proud supporter of United Way’s Day of Caring® volunteer program which connects corporate groups to a variety of different volunteer opportunities across Toronto & York Region. Projects range from gardening, mentoring, special event …
By Katrina Raymundo
24 hours… was the amount of time I spent binge-watching TV shows on Netflix on most weekends.
One day, as I finished another TV series, I thought that all this time to myself could partly be used to do other worthwhile activities, such as volunteering. While searching online for opportunities, I chanced upon the …
Read more Typing, Tablets, and Other Stories: My experience as a tutor with West Neighbourhood House