Welcome journalists

The Media Room is a central source of information about WoodGreen, recent news coverage and stories from the community.

 

Our team is happy to work with members of the media on stories related to our community and on issues of national interest. WoodGreen’s subject matter experts are available for media consultation on critical social issues, including:

  • Affordable Housing
  • Financial Empowerment
  • Community Care and Wellness
    • Serving Toronto’s aging population
    • Mental health & addictions supports
  • Child Care
  • Homelessness
  • Poverty Reduction
  • Employment
  • Newcomer Settlement

Media requests

Contact information

Jen Mayville

Senior Manager, Communications

(437) 226-8091

Press Releases

WoodGreen Community Services receives a $2M donation from The Raymond Chang Foundation to help empower single mothers

Today, International Women’s Day, WoodGreen Community Services received a $2 million donation from The Raymond Chang Foundation to support Homeward Bound — a unique-in-Canada program that helps single mothers experiencing homelessness to achieve financial independence.

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WoodGreen awarded $1 million TD Ready Challenge grant for affordable housing solution

Thanks to a generous $1 million grant from TD Ready Challenge, WoodGreen will set up an Affordable Housing Equity Jenga-Fund.

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MEDIA ADVISORY/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY: WoodGreen Community Services to commemorate IWD2024 with announcement of significant donation to empower single mothers

On Friday, March 8, International Women’s Day, WoodGreen Community Services will announce a substantial contribution from The Raymond Chang Foundation to support its Homeward Bound program.

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Statement on the City of Toronto receiving $114 million from the Ontario government for surpassing housing targets

WoodGreen Community Services welcomes the Government of Ontario’s announcement that the City of Toronto will receive $114 million in funding through the Building Faster Fund.

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WoodGreen Community Services appointed manager of five properties for artists in Toronto

WoodGreen Community Services is the new manager of five properties providing permanent affordable rental units and commercial spaces for the artist community across Toronto. The properties were previously managed by the non-profit organization, Toronto Artscape Inc.

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Publications

Browse WoodGreen’s project reports, research and resources to learn more about our work to reduce poverty and promote community health.

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