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Join us at Resilience Reads to share the joy of reading, tell stories, and inspire each other to build hope for our climate future. The event will begin with some quiet reading time, followed by small-group discussions with tea and snacks!
Parkdale Resilience Reads:
When: Wednesday, May 20th at 6:30PM
Where: Parkdale Public Library, 1303 Queen St W
College St …
Dear Friend of the House,
Every April, we recognize Volunteer Month to celebrate the people who help move our community forward. Our volunteers are neighbours who show up with generosity and energy. They help make the House a place of belonging.
In this issue, we show what belonging looks like in action with Hilary, a long‑time volunteer …
Read more Spring 2026 newsletter from West Neighbourhood House
Older Adult Centre – Service Costs
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West Neighbourhood House (West NH) supports vulnerable populations — children, seniors, newcomers, and low-income families who face disproportionate climate risks, to build resilience and climate hope. Our climate work focuses on adaptation, education, engagement, and advocacy in line with key project objectives:
Integrate & strengthen climate action across programs and community activities
Build staff capacity …
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 …
This neighbourhood is a great place to live and we want to keep it an inclusive area for everyone – including all different income levels. We have committed to creating at least 75 affordable units and hopefully more by working on further funding and financing options. We likely will have some rent-controlled market rate units …
Read more We’re redeveloping our 248 Ossington Avenue site. Here’s what you need to know.
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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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