Thank you Toronto Star Social Planning Toronto Syme Woolner TNG Community Services for sharing this critical news. We need better! ‘We are standing at an edge’: Community groups tackling Toronto’s social crises face cut in city funding thestar.com/news/gta/2023/… via @torontostar

Jin Huh, executive director of SPT, says community groups know how to make the city a better place to live, but “there is a culture where non-profits are expected to do more with less every year until we hit a breaking point.” #BudgetTO #HaveAHeartTO thestar.com/news/gta/2023/…

Important reminder.

For Ontario’s 2023 pre-budget consultations, we focus on activating school facilities outside of the regular school day, to create an environment for growth and well-being for the entire community. Read our full submission → tinyurl.com/4728ppyz #onpoli

Come out to the City Budget Rally on Feb. 15 & tell Council to #HaveAHeartTO! In the face of multiple social crises, we need a city that works for all. A city with a heart is possible. #BudgetTO

This is a powerful first-person account of how Canada continues to fail to recognize foreign-obtained credentials, but the impacts are not just individual — it has huge affects on our society and country cbc.ca/news/canada/fi…

Ontario shouldn’t be too quick to get rid of empty schools. It should try to fill them first tvo.org/article/ontari…

Looking for ways to engage Toronto residents in the upcoming by-election? This $500 #VoterEngagement grant can be used for space rentals, refreshments, supplies & honoraria. Apply by Tuesday, May 16 at 5 p.m. #TorontoElection #TOPoli

With 102 candidates registered to run in Toronto's election, you might want some help navigating the campaign promises & platforms. Join us on June 8 for an event with Jennifer Hollett, OCASI, Inori Roy & Heather Dorries. Info + registration --> socialplanningtoronto.org/in_search_of_t…

Today's the last day for advance voting!

The latest obstacle for students without status from accessing the education they are entitled to and deserve — confirmation of eTA and visa cancellation. thestar.com/news/canada/20…

Social Planning Toronto is hiring a Director, Organizational Systems (a permanent part-time position). Key responsibilities include HR, operations, finances, and governance. Deadline: August 7, 2023. Spread the word! #Careers #Hiring #Jobs #HR #Finances socialplanningtoronto.org/careers

SPT is seeking 2 volunteers to join its 10-member volunteer Board of Directors who are committed to working towards social and economic justice, a more equitable Toronto, and the mission and values of the organization. #BoardofDirectors #Volunteer socialplanningtoronto.org/board_of_direc…

In today's City Council meeting to declare Intimate Partner Violence an epidemic in Toronto, Olivia Chow & multiple Councillors shared their personal experiences with IPV. More often than not, we have a story - whether it is our own or a loved one's. THAT is the epidemic.

We're excited to share our 2024 Ontario pre-budget submission. This year we put forward 5 recommendations to make Ontario's schools accessible, equitable, affordable, and welcoming for everyone. Read our submission: spacecoalition.ca/2024_ontario_p… #onpoli

For our 2024 Ontario budget submission, we focused on 1) funding for community use of schools & related programs, 2) dedicated funding to retrofit aging schools to meet accessibility standards, and 3) a home in gov't for the nonprofit+ sector. More info👉spacecoalition.ca/2024_ontario_p…

Don't forget! Today is your last chance to provide input on the Province's pre-budget consultations. Need some inspiration? Check out our recommendations: spacecoalition.ca/2024_ontario_p…

Social Planning Toronto agrees with DailyBreadFoodBank that we need a fully funded Canada Disability Benefit. Learn more about the campaign and how you can take action here --> fundthebenefit.ca #CanadaDisabilityBenefit

WE'RE HIRING! One week left to submit an application for the role of Communications Coordinator at Social Planning Toronto (full-time, permanent position). Please spread the word! #Jobs #NonProfitJobs #CommunicationsJobs #Hiring