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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

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Media release: New policy paper proposes a self-sustaining fund to kickstart affordable housing developments in Ontario

A new whitepaper released today outlines a practical and sustainable solution to one of the biggest barriers to building affordable rental housing in Ontario: Currently, there is not sufficient or effective funding to cover both predevelopment and upfront investment capital - both of which are critical to anchor accelerated development of affordable housing in the Province.

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Statement from WoodGreen Community Services on the Federal Budget 2025

WoodGreen Community Services welcomes the federal government’s Canada Strong Budget 2025, and its investments and commitments related to affordable housing, immigration, youth programs, employment and community care.

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Statement from WoodGreen’s Vice President of Community Care, Dorothy Quon, on the Fall Economic Statement Commitment of $1.1 billion to home care and Hospital to Home programs

WoodGreen Community Services welcomes the Government of Ontario’s early announcement on the Fall Economic Statement commitment of $1.1 billion over three years to extend home care services and the Hospital to Home programs.

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New Legislation in House of Commons continues to propose new barriers entry for Canada’s Newcomers in Bill C-12

WoodGreen continues to raise concerns about the severity and impact of this proposed legislation, particularly the provisions outlined in Part 6 and Part 7 of Bill C-12.

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Statement from WoodGreen Community Services in support of Build Canada Homes announcement

WoodGreen Community Services welcomes the ambitious launch of Build Canada Homes (BCH) and the initial $13 billion investment in affordable housing. As one of the largest affordable housing developers in Toronto, we are encouraged to see that BCH will offer flexible financial incentives, approve large portfolio projects, and leverage public lands for affordable housing.

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