Responding to the Syrian Refugee Crisis

We believe in building a safe, inclusive community for all, which is why United Way Peterborough & District is part of the community task force charged with helping welcome 1,000 Syrian refugees to the Peterborough area.

United Way partner agency New Canadians Center will be facilitating the creation of the task force, expected to be made up of representatives from Trent University, Fleming College, Peterborough Police, the Peterborough County-City Health Unit, United Way Peterborough and District and the Peterborough Regional Health Centre.

Media Coverage

Peterborough councillors add $25K to city budget for Syrian refugee settlement, The Peterborough Examiner – November 24, 2015

REFUGEE TASK FORCE, CHEX News – November 24, 2015

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This #ThankfulThursday, we're sending a huge shoutout to all our Day of Caring sponsors! 📣✨

These incredible businesses are helping make #Peterborough and County a better place to live and we couldn't be more grateful for their partnership.

 ➡️ Interested in being part of Day of Caring? Send us a message to dayofcaring@uwpeterborough.ca to learn how you can get involved!
June is National Indigenous History Month.
 
We honour First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples: their histories, cultures, and ongoing leadership.
 
As a network, we have deepened our engagement by inviting network-wide individual and collective reflection, and we continue to reflect on our commitment to reconciliation.
 
#IndigenousHistoryMonth
💌 YOU'RE INVITED! 💌

Day of Caring is Friday, June 26, and we're looking for volunteers ready to roll up their sleeves and make a meaningful difference for local agencies across our community.

Will it be a day of hard work? Absolutely.
Will it make a lasting impact for the organizations and people who rely on these agencies every day? Without a doubt. 💯 

Volunteer projects include gardening, landscaping, painting, outdoor maintenance, and assisting in an event day of. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer or looking for a new way to give back, there's a role for you!

📲 Interested in volunteering? Send us a DM or email dayofcaring@uwpeterborough.ca to learn more and sign up.
🌈 Pride Season begins!
 
 We celebrate diverse expressions of love, queer joy and chosen familiesm,  while continuing the work toward equity and safety for all.
 
🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #PrideMonth
From the Campaign trail to the quiet in-between moments. A look back at a year that’s shaped us. As we step into our 85th year, we’re carrying it all forward ❤️.
🌸 It’s time to break the stigma.
 
Menstrual health matters and access to products and education should never be a barrier.

Through the Period Promise campaign, United Way Peterborough & District is working to address period poverty in our communities. 

On Menstrual Hygiene Day, we call for dignity, access, and inclusion for all.

#MenstrualHygieneDay
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