Most residents of Simcoe Muskoka have been enjoying the sunshine and clear skies that we’ve been having this summer, and so they should. Our region is home to over 1,600 lakes, tens of thousands of acres of forest, historic downtown districts and a ton of...
Summer is in full swing in Simcoe Muskoka and there’s no shortage of things for you to do while the weather is nice. We’re lucky to live in one of the most beautiful regions in the world, so it would be a shame for you...
By: Dale Biddell, United Way Simcoe Muskoka CEO Women care about other girls and women. Starting the Women’s Leadership Council at United Way Simcoe Muskoka made it clear: women don’t look away from the issues that make us uncomfortable – our inner voices tell us to...
When people think of poverty, they often think in terms of absolute poverty or the low-income threshold. What people don’t normally think of is just how much you need to survive month-to-month. That number is known as the Living Wage, and it varies from region to...
People are more motivated than ever to give back to their communities, and youth are no exception. In fact, members of our youngest generation, Gen Z, see community involvement and giving back as more important than older generations. It can be tough for youth and kids...
While most of us are celebrating the beautiful weather replacing the cold, wet days of winter, we can’t forget about the dangers of hot weather that could come about at any moment. It’s impossible to deny the changing climate all around us. Just last year, many...
By: John Arruda It’s expensive to live in poverty. Think about that sentence for a moment. It doesn’t seem logical, but when you start putting yourself in the shoes of someone who’s struggling with money, it soon becomes very clear and very true. Consider housing. If you can’t...
We often think of poverty in terms of money: you either have enough money or you don’t. The situation isn’t that simple, though. There are many facets of poverty that feed off one another, digging the hole deeper and deeper until someone feels trapped with...
Important: If you are looking for immediate or urgent help regarding fentanyl or an overdose, please call 911. The opioid crisis can sometimes feel like it’s an issue on the other side of the country, something that’s not our problem. But, with more than 10 people...
We know that poverty is a major problem in our communities, across our country and around the world. We know that millions of people in Canada feel the effects of poverty on a daily basis. We know that poverty is a deep-rooted, pervasive issue. But what...
