The Canadian Coalition for Seniors’ Mental Health stated that nearly one in five Canadians 65 years and older say they lack companionship. The result can hurt physical and mental well-being. Use this link for more information. buff.ly/3SB9XFb

Today is National Right to Housing Day! While many people in the Halton region have houses, there are still many homeless people in the Halton region. This infographic is about homelessness in Halton from our report buff.ly/3GWcgMS

Our volunteer ambassadors will be in Burlington on December 4th and Oakville on December 5th! Come meet us! And don't forget to use the link in our bio to go on VolunteerConnector to find meaningful volunteer opportunities soon!

This holiday season the St. Matthews Church is collecting food for the food bank, gift cards for those who need it and warm socks for the homeless. Help is wanted! If you would like to give them a hand, make sure you go to St. Matthews on Wednesday from 10am - 1pm! Thanks!

Here is some data from the Community Data Watch report on Multigenerational families. What information stands out to you? Let us know!! For the full report, use this link: buff.ly/4dS69ax #halton #haltonhills #haltonregion #burlington #oakville #milton #data

For the full report, use this link: buff.ly/4dS69ax #research

Have you registered yet? The final workshop in the Financial Literacy Series for Non-Profit Leaders, Budgets & Financial Policies, is December 12th at 9:30am. Register for the workshop today at: buff.ly/48Oexa2

In the Halton Region, youth homelessness is on the rise but in ways that are often invisible to the public. Oasis Youth Care has opportunities to join their Board of Directors. Contact Grace at [email protected] to learn more. Read the posting at buff.ly/3BczbnV

It's Giving Tuesday! Make a difference for a new and/or emerging nonprofit in Halton Region with a donation to our Developing Community Roots membership fund. Donate now at CanadaHelps at buff.ly/4fFsHgn

Today is officially International Volunteer Day! Hoorayy! We want to thank all you volunteers who gave their time to their community for the greater good. Thank you for your service! For more data on volunteerism in Halton read our report: buff.ly/4bTCIoT

Last chance to register! The final workshop in the Financial Literacy Series for Non-Profit Leaders, Budgets & Financial Policies, is December 12th at 9:30am. Register for the workshop today at: buff.ly/48Oexa2

The 2025 HEDR EDI Conference is calling for artists from Burlington! Submit your work by January 15, 2025 for a chance to win $250! For more information, go to www.HEDRoundtable/Conference.com. Thank you.

Want to make a difference for a new grassroots group in 2025? Donate to our Developing Community Roots membership program! Make your donation on-line through CanadaHelps at buff.ly/4fFsHgn. Tax receipts provided.

Do not forget to drop off your groceries at St. Matthews to help those in need! Thanks!

There are many scholarships available for female post-secondary students living in Oakville. Apply for scholarships and learn more at buff.ly/33EqQp0. Applications are due on April 28th! Good luck!

We're hiring! Are you passionate about community development, youth engagement, and research? We are looking for a dynamic and creative young adult for the position of Youth Engagement and Leadership Coordinator. Access the full posting on our website at buff.ly/3WlBxbu.

For more data like this, read our Community Data Watch Report on our website with this link buff.ly/4h9x43O and check out our podcast called the Community Data Watch Podcast Series where disability in Halton is covered with this link buff.ly/3BYDTWY

We're hiring! We are looking for a dynamic and creative young adult for the position of Youth Engagement and Leadership Coordinator. Access the full posting on our website at buff.ly/3WlBxbu; posting includes information on the application process.

The Ontario provincial election is February 27. All eligible Ontarians must register to volunteer by Feb 17 to receive a Voter Information Card. Go to the Elections Ontario website (buff.ly/4jZfHof) to register or call 1.888.668-8683 for more information.