Community stories

Read stories about TCHC communities and the people who live in them. Thank you to all tenants and community members who share their time and stories with us.

Special series: Food security in TCHC communities

With an affordability issue impacting tenants' ability to purchase food, TCHC has partnered with tenants and community agencies to address food insecurity.

Discover this four-part series of articles and videos highlighting the importance of food security partners, programs, and initiatives in contributing to the overall health and wellbeing of TCHC communities. 

You can also find some of our online stories in our community magazine published in print.

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Lawrence Heights Summer Festival shines spotlight on tenant leadership and community spirit

Hosted by TCHC, the event was a testament to the ongoing success of the Lawrence Heights revitalization, which proudly marked its 10-year milestone in 2023.

Read more about the event.

Another summer, another successful Rookie League season

The summer day camp has brought happiness and play to TCHC youth for more than three decades.

Thirty years of Rookie League.

A deep love for community

Trevaun Douglas trains for his multi-hour walks, which raise money for grassroots programs supporting the Lawrence Heights community.

Read Trevaun's story.

John Tavares Foundation donates 1,500 backpacks to TCHC students

Two TCHC families met with hockey legend John Tavares as his foundation donated backpacks and school supplies to West region families.

Read more about the event.

How to heal a community

The impact of HealingAsOne in Regent Park.

Learn more about HealingAsOne.

A vision for the future

Visions of Science teaches important STEM-based skills to TCHC youth.

Read the story on Visions of Science.

The creative force of Natalie "Rare" Chattargoon

Empowering marginalized voices through the arts

Meet Rare Chattargoon.

Bringing harmony to St. James Town

Giving back through music.

Meet Cliff Martin.

Bridging the gap between youth and the trades

The Trades in the 6ix skills fair attracts hundreds of TCHC youth interested in a career in the trades.

Read about the impact of Trades in the 6ix.

Recognizing Black History 365

The Centre for Advancing the Interests of Black People held a contest earlier this year asking tenants what Black history means to them.

See the winning entries.

Connecting youth with nature

Toronto Community Housing's Conservation team partners with the Green Sprouts program to educate children about environmental sustainability.

Read about the events.

Regent Park's 2024 Summer Safety Jam

On Saturday, June 2, nearly 2,500 Regent Park residents came out for the annual Regent Park Summer Safety Jam—a free, fun-filled community celebration.

Read about the Summer Safety Jam.

MLSE and KickStart's generational impact on TCHC tenants

Nearly 150 youth from the KickStart program gathered at BMO Field one weekend in May to watch Major League Soccer's Toronto FC vs. FC Dallas game.

Read more about the program.

Thorncliffe Park Women’s Committee: Inspiring change for themselves and their communities

The Thorncliffe Park Women's Committee is a grassroots organization dedicated to creating and implementing public space enhancement projects in the community of Thorncliffe Park.

Read more about the committee.