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Congratulations to the recipients of the Sir James Woods Award for 2024.

The Sir James Woods Award for Community Development is presented annually by West Neighbourhood House to recognize individuals who demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to their community.

This year, we are pleased to present this to Ric Amis and Kelly Foote, who work tirelessly as volunteer …

Read more The Sir James Woods Award Recipients have been announced for 2024!

The Food Market in Parkdale is back, and we are thrilled to launch its new name this year: The Parkdale COMMUNITY Food Market. We decided to rename it because it is mainly run by community members who support selling fresh and affordable food for Parkdale residents. The new name recognizes the power of community.  See …

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Dear Friends of the House,

The calendar changed to 2024 and a new year always brings optimism for new beginnings, and new aspirations for the future.

The beginning of each year also brings some special events. The House hosted a number of gatherings together with staff and the community that marked Black History Month and the Lunar …

Read more Celebrating the strength and diversity of our community

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Everywhere, life is blooming, flowers are colouring landscapes, insects are fluttering around, the days are getting longer and warmer and of course, people lightly dressed are walking head up the street with that unmistakable seasonal smile

Our 2024 outdoor growing season has begun, and we are grateful that this year we have already been able to support our gardeners with …

Read more Greenest City Spring 2024 Newsletter

Please support West Neighbourhood House and consider becoming a voting member!

A voting member is committed to and supports the work of West Neighbourhood House.

Our members:

Vote at the Annual General Meeting where they elect new Board of Directors
Vote to approve financial statements at the Annual General Meeting
Are eligible to be nominated to the Board of Directors (except for employees of …

Read more Membership

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Help change the conditions that drive social inequities in our community by giving to our Winter Appeal!

A higher cost of living, unaffordable and unavailable housing, and social exclusion continue to distress people in our community. By making a donation in support of West Neighbourhood House, you enable us to respond to the immediate needs of …

Read more Together, let us build a resilient and inclusive community!

Dear friends and neighbours,

Since our organization’s foundation in Toronto’s Kensington Market neighbourhood in 1912, the House has been a place for those less advantaged to receive the support they need to gain greater control of their lives and reach their full potential.

Naturally, with much time gone by, the needs of the community have changed, and …

Read more Addressing inequities and injustice in the community

The final phase of this project is January to June 2025, West Neighbourhood House has shifted to supporting local groups to plan welcoming activities. Our project team appreciates the many rich opportunities to engage in community mobilization and education throughout this work.

We acknowledge the United Way Greater Toronto, the University Health Network – Gattuso Centre …

Read more Welcoming Social Medicine Housing in Parkdale

Congratulations to the recipient of the Sir James Woods Award for 2023.

Tenzin Chime, commonly known as Tsomo is being celebrated for their incredible contributions to the community. The award was announced at our AGM and presented by President of the Board of Directors Prasad Rao.

Tsomo wears several hats and is well known and respected in …

Read more The Sir James Woods Award Recipient has been announced for 2023!

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