May 1, 2024 - May 15, 2024
Get your steps in for a good cause: supporting kids in your community. Join our free activity challenge and help us reach our goal of 100 million steps from May 1-15. Let’s Move for Youth!
Local love fuels us to tackle the greatest challenges facing our community. Together with our supporters and partners—people who love where they live and want to make a difference—we can break down barriers, improves lives, and create opportunities for individuals and families in Lanark County.
Our efforts are backed by a commitment to 100% local impact. This means funds raised locally are put to work right here in Lanark County, to help those most in need.
With the Ottawa River to the north and the Rideau River to the south, Lanark County spans 3,000 square kilometres of picturesque natural scenery and historically significant towns. Coined the maple syrup capital of Ontario, this area is known for its abundance of maple trees and stunning fall colours—making it a much-loved tourist destination for thousands of visitors each year.
The Lanark County office of United Way East Ontario works with local people and organizations to strengthen the social fabric of our region. Our efforts to create opportunities for people in need include supporting local programs and services that:
The Government of Canada tabled its 2024 budget on April 16, 2024. Read our analysis on what it means for social services and people in need across East Ontario.
Read moreThe Ontario Government tabled its $214-billion budget on March 26, 2024. Read United Way East Ontario's analysis on what it means for social services and the people we serve.
Read moreThis National Caregiver Day, United Way celebrates the tireless efforts of the more than 7.8 million informal caregivers across Canada.
Read moreIn its 2024 Budget, we are requesting the Government of Ontario invest in youth mental health, equitable employment opportunities, deeply affordable housing, and 211 navigation support.
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Helen McIntosh, Chair
Johann Ramsaran, Past Chair
Tim Campbell
Laura Keller
Ed Merkley
Bob Perrault
Renée Robertson
Stephen Sliwa
Issues like poverty, isolation and mental health don’t start or end at geographic borders—and conquering them demands the force of our entire region. By bringing people and resources together from across the communities we serve, United Way East Ontario harnesses the strength needed to address systemic challenges, raise support and advocate for change.
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