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.
Food insecurity on the rise: how are we responding 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.
Cultural connections and food security
A community organization is meeting its neighbourhood's needs while building cultural identity.
How food helps create employment
Food has always been a way to bring people together, and our relationship with food can impact the growth of the community. One area where this impact is felt very strongly is economic development.
Afri-Can FoodBasket: promoting cultural food access and food sovereignty within TCHC communities
A Black-owned non-profit social organization that's been at the forefront of championing food justice and food sovereignty for Toronto's African and Caribbean community since 1995.
Latest stories
Youth basketball teams compete to be crowned as “Kings of Court”
Youth across TCHC’s West Region communities showed their basketball skills in a one-day summer tournament.
Alexandra Park’s new multi-sport courts draw people from across the community
Revitalized courts unite community through sports and connection.
Tenant advocacy and leadership in environmental conservation
TCHC’s workshops inspire tenant leaders to act on environmental pollution.
Returning home to 410 McCowan after major repairs
A new chapter begins with restored homes and renewed hope for TCHC tenants.
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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.
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.
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.
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
Bringing harmony to St. James Town
Giving back through music.
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.
Connecting youth with nature
Toronto Community Housing's Conservation team partners with the Green Sprouts program to educate children about environmental sustainability.
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.
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.
