On October 19, over 50 business leaders from York Region’s most prominent companies gathered to discuss the key issues and trends impacting their businesses in these challenging economic times. The York Region Business Leadership Breakfast was the first ever event of its kind and its success indicates it will not be the last. Sponsored by [...]
Last month, residents and representatives from community-based groups, government, businesses, places of worship and labour gathered to hear the findings of United Way York Region’s five-part Meeting House series: “…more than roads, sewers, stores and schools.”
“For the past year, we’ve been on the road visiting East [...]
Working with corporate donors, volunteers and The Regional Municipality of York, United Way aims to improve the quality of life for the citizens across our community. A recent transit fare subsidy pilot program designed to help eligible low income York residents travel across the region [...]
On October 16th, as part of United Way Week, the second annual WomenUnited luncheon was held to thank women Community Leaders who support United Way York Region. The Master of Ceremonies was Joan Kelley Walker, an active community leader and chair of the Women’s Leadership [...]
This past May, approximately 160 volunteers from 15 companies spanning across our region participated in United Way York Region’s Spring Day of Caring. This event offers an opportunity for employees from various local corporations, organizations or groups to connect with a United Way member agency [...]
Year after year, thousands of people from across York join United Way’s annual campaign to help build a better and stronger region. We are thankful for the commitment of our donors and it is because of their generosity that we are able to create opportunities for many in [...]
Our annual fundraising campaign mobilizes the power of York region’s volunteers, local companies and member agencies; it brings people from across the community and all walks of life for a common purpose. Together with our partners, United Way York Region creates a lasting, positive [...]
The Newmarket Community Garden not only promotes healthy eating – it helps build a strong sense of community.
This initiative by the York Region Food Network (YRFN), a United Way York Region funded agency, in partnership with the Town of Newmarket provides residents with the opportunity to [...]
Last Saturday’s Dragon Boat Festival saw the debut of the URS Warriors. Comprised of 20 URS Canada Inc. employees, the team’s inaugural race in support of United Way York Region was testament to the company’s commitment to the community.
“This [...]
The Toromont CAT Dragon Boat Festival brings together York Region’s business community to have fun on the water while supporting United Way. Now in its ninth year, this event will see 40 dragon boat teams beat drums and paddle their way to the finish line, [...]
United Way York Region is pleased to launch its first-ever community leadership challenge, which increases the impact of Community Leadership donations of $1,000 or more. This is exciting news as we get ready to announce United Way’s 2012 campaign goal at the Toromont [...]
On May 2nd, United Way Worldwide awarded Illinois Tool Works (ITW) with a Summit award for community engagement, in recognition of their outstanding philanthropic activities. Through generous dollar-for-dollar matching plus an enhanced match program available to encourage participation and leadership giving, ITW and its employees raised $11.4 million for United Way in 2011. While the [...]
Held on the morning of Friday May 11th, the Municipal Summit 2012 was an event that gathered all the Employee Campaign Chairs (ECC) within York’s municipalities. Hosted by United Way York Region, this two-hour workshop allowed these campaign leaders to share best practices and discuss [...]
Continuing with our Meeting House …more than roads, sewers, stores and schools initiative, Markham residents and representatives from local organizations gathered at the Milliken Mills Community Centre on May 1st to discuss and share ideas surrounding emerging social issues in their growing [...]
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