09 Sep Who is hit hardest by rising inflation?
According to Statistics Canada, the increased rate of consumer inflation this past June hit 8.1% year over year. This represents the largest yearly change since January 1983....
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08 Sep Overdose Awareness
On Wednesday August 31st, over 130 people came to learn, be inspired, and help break down the stigma around overdose. It was International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to remember, without stigma, those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends...
11 Aug Youth Mental Health in Simcoe Muskoka
On Thursday June 23rd the South Simcoe community came together to talk about the youth mental health crisis. It was an evening of powerful conversation among parents, educators, advocates, law enforcement, service providers, community partners, local businesses, and youth....
02 Aug Wiijinokiiwag – Working Together
Working Together- Wiijinokiiwag, a trauma-informed and wholistic community mobilization initiative focused on creating conversations and community awareness that enhances life promotion and cultural safety education that saves lives and creates new collaborations of the future for all peoples to thrive...
26 Jul Bill C-19: New legislation for charities
The federal government recently passed legislation that will have a positive impact on the broader not-for-profit sector. Specifically, the changes outlined in Bill C-19 will change how charities, like United Way Simcoe Muskoka, work with and fund grassroots organizations....
06 Jul Open Letter to Premier Doug Ford (July 5, 2022)
United Way leaders identify Housing Security, Income Security and Inclusive Employment, Inclusive Communities and Support for the Social Services Sector as social issues of focus. ...
22 Jun What’s ahead
As a solutions-based charity, United Ways across Canada have committed to the following areas of focus: Supporting people as they transition from poverty to possibility Creating opportunities for kids to be all that they can be Strengthening communities Hospital admissions and emergency room visits related to mental health had...
13 May My Journey So Far
It has been four weeks of listening and learning; I want to thank all those who have supported me in “listening journey” as I come to understand how we as United Way work with our partners to deliver on our mission and vision....
25 Apr A message from Brian Shelley, CEPO
Over 60 years ago United Way Simcoe Muskoka began working to improve lives and create lasting change in our local communities. The organization has evolved and changed but that mission remains the same. As the incoming Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer, I am honoured to...
02 Jul Why We Need Women United
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...