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Welcome to WoodGreen

WoodGreen has been meeting the UNMET needs of Toronto residents for over 85 years. As a leading social services agency, we provide integrated programs such as physical and mental health services, affordable housing, employment support, financial counselling, child care, seniors and youth programs and more. Discover how we can support you today.

Explore our services

OPPORTUNITY LIVES HERE

Welcome to WoodGreen

WoodGreen has been meeting the UNMET needs of Toronto residents for over 85 years. As a leading social services agency, we provide integrated programs such as physical and mental health services, affordable housing, employment support, financial counselling, child care, seniors and youth programs and more. Discover how we can support you today.

Explore our services

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 & Homelessness

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 & Homelessness

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.

Youth

Happening at WoodGreen

Strategic Plan 2024-2027

WoodGreen unveils its 2024-2027 Strategic Plan.

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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.

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Latest News and Updates

Statement from WoodGreen’s Vice President of Community Care Unit, Dorothy Quon, on the Ontario government’s call for proposals for new Seniors Active Living Centres

WoodGreen Community Services applauds the Ontario government for expanding access to services for seniors by calling for proposals for new Seniors Active Living Centres (SALC) programs.

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Statement on 841 Queen St.

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WoodGreen Community Services and Turning Point Youth Services join forces to help ensure Toronto’s youth needs are MET 

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WoodGreen Community Services appointed manager of 802 Eastern Ave in Leslieville

WoodGreen Community Services, one of the largest non-municipal affordable housing providers in Toronto, is the new property owner and manager of 802 Eastern Ave., providing permanent affordable rental units in Leslieville, East York. Previously, this property was managed by the non-profit organization, Community First Developments Inc.

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Statement from Eric Mariglia, WoodGreen’s Director of Public Affairs, on Federal Budget 2024 

WoodGreen Community Services applauds the federal government for its significant investment to support Canadians living on low incomes by providing $60 million over five years to expand community-delivered financial help services, which have been historically underfunded.

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