Explore our services
Child Care
WoodGreen supports families with young children, providing quality child care, special needs resources and parenting programs that promote healthy child development. In addition to licensed child care centres, we also run after-school programs and day camps during March Break and summer holidays.
Child Care
Disability
Our programs assist adults and children living with developmental disabilities to enhance their independence and quality of life. We provide access to affordable housing, financial counselling, health services, recreational activities and peer-led support programs for families and caregivers.
Disability
Employment
WoodGreen offers a range of free employment services to help job seekers develop and market the right skills. We offer one-on-one coaching, resume writing support, job search tips, training opportunities and access to youth internships, creating pathways to long-term employment.
Employment
Financial Empowerment
Through free workshops and one-on-one financial counselling, we provide personalized solutions to financial challenges. We can support with budgeting, debt management, banking and financial services, preparing income taxes, low-income retirement planning, accessing government benefits and more.
Financial Empowerment
Health & Wellness
We partner with hospitals, health agencies and Personal Support Workers to improve community health and wellbeing. Our team can assist with assessments, medical services, case management, walk-in counselling, wellness programs and access to other community-based services.
Health & Wellness
Homeward Bound
This four-year education and employment program is designed to give single mothers in challenging circumstances the tools to make a fresh start. WoodGreen provides holistic support with housing, child care, counselling, tuition-paid college education, internships and job search training.
Homeward Bound
Housing
We provide seniors, youth, newcomers, individuals with disabilities, psychiatric survivors and people experiencing homelessness with safe and affordable housing. WoodGreen owns and manages 12 housing sites, where tenants can access the full range of our services.
Housing
Newcomer
Our team helps newcomers make a successful transition into Canadian society. We offer access to affordable housing, employment opportunities, child care, language training, and a range of other settlement services. Our newcomer youth programs help young people make friends and connect with the community.
Newcomers
Seniors
Working closely with community health agencies, we deliver integrated care to help seniors and older adults with disabilities improve their health and live with dignity and independence. Our services include access to affordable housing, home support, medical escorts, counselling and recreational activities.
Seniors
Youth
A wide range of our social, recreational and mental health services are designed specifically for young people. Our team can help you find the support you need — whether it’s housing, financial counselling, wellness programs or educational and employment opportunities.
YouthHappening at WoodGreen
WoodGreen joins forces with Turning Point Youth Services
Effective July 2nd, the two organizations will offer joint programming under the WoodGreen banner to ensure the needs of Toronto's youth are MET.
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The Raymond Chang Foundation gives Homeward Bound a $2 million gift
The donation, announced on International Women's Day, will help empower single mothers in community.
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WoodGreen documentary honours 20 years of same-sex marriage in Ontario
When You Find the One" follows the stories of senior 2SLGBTQIA+ couples on why they chose to marry following the law change in 2003.
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WoodGreen awarded $1 million TD Ready Challenge grant for affordable housing solution
WoodGreen will use the grant to launch an equity fund to help non-profits build affordable homes faster.
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Tell us your WoodGreen Story
To celebrate our 87th anniversary, we invite you to share your story and let us know what WoodGreen means to you.
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WoodGreen's 2024 government pre-budget submissions
Learn more about what we're asking the federal and provincial governments to prioritize this year.
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Support our UNMET Needs Campaign
More than ever, Toronto needs your help. More than ever, WoodGreen needs yours.
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Become a volunteer at WoodGreen
Join our stellar team and help to make the difference in our community.
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Join our Youth Wellness Space
Youth (12-29) can visit our Youth Wellness space for snacks, games, homework help and fun programs, offered throughout the year.
Learn moreLatest News and Updates
30 April 2025
Media Advisory: WoodGreen and City of Toronto to unveil next steps for Cummer Ave. supportive housing
On May 1, WoodGreen will join Mayor Olivia Chow and Councillor Lily Cheng (Willowdale) to provide an update on the development of 59 new rent-geared-to-income homes for older adults and seniors at 185 Cummer Avenue.
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Media Release: WoodGreen Community Services and Michael Garron Hospital commemorate official opening of new seniors’ Cluster Care site
On February 24, 2025, WoodGreen Community Services and Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), in partnership with the federal government and the City of Toronto, celebrated the official opening of 1080 Queen Street East, a newly converted Cluster Care site offering nine private units of affordable, supportive housing for seniors.
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MEDIA ADVISORY: WoodGreen Community Services & Michael Garron Hospital to unveil Cluster Care Site for Seniors with Support from Federal, Municipal and Philanthropic Partners
On Monday, February 24, WoodGreen Community Services and Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), together with the federal government and City of Toronto, will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of a new 9-unit Cluster Care site for seniors at 1080 Queen Street East.
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WoodGreen Community Services receives federal funding to jumpstart sustainable retrofits of its affordable housing buildings
WoodGreen Community Services has received federal funding through CMHC’s Canada Greener Affordable Housing program to support deep energy retrofits across several of our affordable housing properties in Toronto. This initiative will enhance sustainability, improve energy efficiency, and ensure better living conditions for residents.
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Statement from WoodGreen supporting the National Institute on Ageing’s call to prioritize small care home models for seniors
The National Institute on Ageing has called on governments to end the practice of “warehousing” seniors and to instead build smaller, more community-oriented homes for long-term care. WoodGreen Community Services strongly supports this vision of better-quality care for seniors, which is why we’ve developed our own innovative Cluster Care Model.
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