November 2025 Newsletter
Across Simcoe Muskoka, many individuals and families are facing mounting financial pressures. Even so, there is real impac...
27 November, 2025

United Way Simcoe Muskoka, in collaboration with local agencies, is launching the Home Relief Bank—a proactive solution to prevent homelessness for individuals and families residing in Simcoe County, the District of Muskoka, and Town of the Blue Mountains.
The Home Relief Bank supports lower income tenants or homeowners to stay in their homes when times get tough by providing access to interest free loans to cover up to two months rent or mortgage payments. Longer terms and small repayments allow people to improve their financial position and remain in their home. Repayments are directed back into the program to assist other people facing similar circumstances in the future.
In 2026 we’re partnering with two great organizations in Bradford and Midland to raise funds in support of our most vulnerable friends and neighbours through the Coldest Night of the Year walk. So, build a team, rally friends, family, neighbours, and co-workers, as every step taken, and every dollar raised contributes to reducing poverty in our communities.
Across Simcoe Muskoka, many individuals and families are facing mounting financial pressures. Even so, there is real impac...
27 November, 2025Living wage is defined as “the hourly wage a worker needs to earn to cover their basic expenses.” Living Wage is calculat...
10 November, 2025Together for Tomorrow So many across our community are struggling. A recent United Way Centraide Canada report found that ...
29 October, 2025