Archive for September, 2015

All Candidate’s Debate on Social Issues

September 30th, 2015

At the September 29th All-Candidates Debate on Social Issues, housing took centre stage. All candidates agreed housing is a right. “So we’re in good shape,” said moderator Jim Russell, CEO of the United Way. “We have a commitment to housing, no matter who gets elected.” Click here for Peterborough Examiner coverage.

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Fleming College Launches 2015 Campaign

September 29th, 2015

On September 28 Fleming College launched their 2015 United Way Workplace Campaign with a delicious Chilli Cook-Off and announced their goal of $38,295! Thank you Fleming for your strong leadership, enthusiasm and continued support! Media Coverage Fleming College aims to raise $38K for United Way, The Peterborough Examiner – Sept 28, 2015

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74th Annual Campaign Launch!

September 22nd, 2015

It was a sold-out house at the launch of United Way’s 2015 Campaign as David Martin, this year’s Campaign Chair, announced a goal of $2,290,000. “The 2015 campaign goal reflects what we feel will best meet the need that has been identified with you, our community. There was much time spent identifying the need – […]

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Coming Together: A Day of Reflection on Poverty

September 17th, 2015

Coming Together: A Day of Reflection on Poverty took place October 15, 1 to 3pm at The Mount Community Centre In recognition of the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Poverty, Peterborough Social Planning Council, Peterborough Poverty Reduction Network, City of Peterborough Social Services Division, and United Way Peterborough & District were proud to host […]

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2015 Coats for Kids Fall Distribution

September 16th, 2015

Media Coverage Knitting crew needs for wool for winter wear, Trent Hills Independent – October 29, 2015 About Coats for Kids United Way Peterborough & District’s Coats for Kids and Grown-Ups Too program strives to keep children and their families warm during the cold winter months by providing clean, gently-used winter wear to children, youth, […]

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Bike 4 United Way

September 10th, 2015

Three staff from our local Ontario government ministries volunteered their vacation time, expenses, and energy to ride from Guelph to Kingston. The goal of the 906 km ride is to support United Way and promote healthy living. For more information on the B4UW, including the route, rider profiles and how to donate, please visit b4uw.ca. Media Coverage Three […]

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Historic Jail Tours

September 8th, 2015

Media Coverage: Old jail still holds its secrets, Peterborough Examiner – Sept 8, 2015 Peterborough County Jail comes alive with tours that benefit United Way, CMHA, Peterborough Examiner – Sept 25, 2015

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