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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 Annual Income Tax Clinic. Book your appointment starting February 9th!
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
West Neighbourhood House is hosting a monthly Neighbourhood Climate Reading Party ‘Resilience Reads.’
Join us to share the joy of reading, while building climate resilience knowledge. Neighbours are invited to discuss a book they are reading, tell stories, and empower each other to explore community-driven solutions. Each party will start with a quiet read and reflect …
Read more Introducing the monthly series Reading for Resilience
After a long and successful career in human resources, Stephen found a new way to give back – by helping low-income individuals and families file their taxes through the Income Tax Clinic at West Neighbourhood House.
“I’m certainly not an accountant,” he shared. “I spent my career in human resources. I held senior positions in fairly …
Read more A Volunteer’s Journey Through the Income Tax Clinic
The Older Adult Centre at West Neighbourhood House is currently offering the caregiver training and respite care series. The series provides helpful advice for both informal and family caregivers to manage and reduce stress, connect people in similar circumstances, and learn coping skills to face the challenges in their role.
In addition, we offer training and …