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.
Latest stories
Welcome to 130 Augusta Avenue
A milestone in the Alexandra Park revitalization
Community Safety Unit delivers food kits to families during Ramadan
This past March, as the sun set and families observing Ramadan prepared to break their fast, the Youth Cadets used this opportunity to reach out.
Saretta Khan: storytelling through design
As a graphic designer and multidisciplinary artist, Saretta’s work is rooted in storytelling, community, and visual exploration.
Our Regent Park: youth perspectives in art
In collaboration with a local graphic designer, students, and community partners, the hoarding around a construction site has transformed into a public art of display.
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Settling in at 175 Oak
Recreating home in a revitalization community.
Read about the welcome home event.
Big pitches, bigger possibilities.
Ten entrepreneurs. Months of preparation. One high-stakes pitch competition.
Breaking barriers. Building futures.
Women in Construction Week is held each year during the first week of March. Meet some of the women of TCHC's Development team.
Own your impact
Kareem South inspires Midnight Basketball participants.
A friendship forged on the court
Bleecker Street documentary explores family, brotherhood, and basketball.
Inspiring connections through dance
Inspiring Community Dance Connections (ICDC) is a dance program for children and youth ages 4 to 15.
Chanta Alliman: stories of the heart
The West End author tells us about her recently self-published book, True Love, and her journey as a writer.
Building community, one rugby game at a time
For Abdel Elmaadawi, rugby has always been more than a game—it's been a lifelong journey.
Cooking with care
TCHC tenant Mustafa El Hadded has been cooking for tenants in his building for years.
A new space for the Sparroway community
The Sparroway community celebrates the opening of the long-awaited community hub with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tour.
League of Her Own: A place to meet, grow, and thrive
In partnership with TCHC and MLSE Foundation, League of Her Own encourages female youth to learn, practice and enhance their basketball skills.
Tenants’ vision inspires TCHC community spaces
Building UP partners with Toronto Community Housing to renovate several community spaces
Well-being in action
Street Health supports health, safety, and housing in downtown Toronto.
Community Safety Unit’s backpack drive helps thousands of TCHC families
Three years ago, Community Safety Unit (CSU) Sergeant Derek Anderson decided he wanted to try and make a difference.
The power of one
How Deqa Nur used her passion to improve community engagement
Making a difference in the community
Tenant of 291 George Street gives back.
Lubicon visits Toronto
Youth from Toronto and Alberta form a connection through an eye-opening exchange.
Meet the Youth Cadets
The Youth Cadet Program provides employment opportunities in community safety.
A day with Mickey
Dreams Take Flight and TCHC’s Community Safety Unit (CSU) joined forces to bring 16 TCHC children to Florida’s Disney World for the day.
