25 Apr Federal Budget 2024
The 2024 Federal Budget is a first step in the right direction, but it is only that.  A first step.  There is much more work to be done. ...
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22 Apr Be a part of something bigger
Earlier this month we celebrated National Volunteer Week. It is estimated that almost 8 million people across Ontario are actively volunteering in their community. By lending support to charities like your United Way, volunteers are the backbone of the not-for-profit sector....
13 Apr Together, we are making a difference.
This month marks two years since I joined United Way Simcoe Muskoka as Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer. I am proud of much of what we have accomplished as a team, particularly in the areas of advocacy & education, increasing awareness of United Way as...
22 Mar March Newsletter: Exceeding our Goal
When you give to your United Way, you are making more than a charitable donation. You are moving people from poverty to possibility. You are inspiring children and youth to be all that they can be. You are creating stronger communities across Simcoe and Muskoka....
31 Jan January Newsletter
At United Way Simcoe Muskoka, January brings with it a time of reflection and hope. We look back and reflect on 2023, which saw us launch a new strategic plan, create new partnerships, and continue our work to strengthen communities across the region. As we...
26 May Open Letter to Local Members of Parliament (May 29, 2023)
Your United Way is committed to advocating for a “net living income” for everyone in our community....
21 Sep The Women Of Simcoe Say No
Your United Way is taking a stand with the “The Women of Simcoe Say No” movement in support of Bill 5 "Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act”....
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....
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. ...