Halton Poverty RT

Educating, advocating and building community partnerships with the citizens of Halton to eliminate poverty. For more info, contact Tyler Moon at [email protected]

[Tom Cooper @TomCoopster]

This is a stunning shift in support for #BasicIncome in Canada. Last year, UBI didn't register as an issue in the Federal Election... Now, according to @IpsosCanada 17% of Canadians think it should be the top priority for the Federal Government. https://t.co/BSXL3gf9fZ

[Basic Income Canada @basicincomecdn]

What are the biggest pros of #BasicIncome ?
🗨Joe Scotts

[Halton Poverty RT @HaltonPovertyRT]

https://t.co/WZs3lQSst0

[Oakville News @NewsInOakville]

Halton considers affordable housing project in Oakville's Palermo community.
@GaryCarrHalton @HaltonPovertyRT @St_Luke_Palermo @OakvilleMayor @AllanElgar @Effie_ONB @PamDamoff
#Oakville #government #AffordableHousing #OakvilleNews
https://t.co/B7F3IilBzG

[United Way Golden Horseshoe @unitedwaygh]

Today is Suicide Prevention Day. Due to the current state of the world, mental health has increased drastically. Now more than ever, we need to reach out and listen to those who need it the most.

Raise awareness and spread #LocalLove

#SuicidePreventionDay #SuicideAwareness

[CMHA Halton @cmhahalton]

It’s hard to make safe decisions during a crisis. The free Be Safe App can help, and it’s customized for Halton with local supports and resources. https://t.co/BwQlio9acE #mentalhealth #suicideprevention

[Halton Poverty RT @HaltonPovertyRT]

https://t.co/w9KIZpxll3

[Sheridan Centre for Elder Research @Sheridan_CER]

Are you an adult age 55+ who lives in Halton and would like to be connected and participate in your community in meaningful ways? Call 905-844-2299

[Meredith Burke @mburkeUWHH]

Hamilton seniors seek health and financial help from 211 during pandemic https://t.co/6uIBU9GNJD via @thespec - Another important community service provided by @unitedwayhh

[Hamilton Community Legal Clinic @HamiltonJustice]

HCLC endorses a just recovery for Ontarians. The pandemic starkly showed just how badly our support systems work for people who face marginalization due to poverty, oppression and inequality. Support @JustRecoveryONT 👇

https://t.co/5SZDxUva23 #justrecoveryontario

[Basic Income Canada @basicincomecdn]

Two ways to look at “costs” of #BasicIncome — program costs and return on investment. ROI includes things like lower healthcare expenditure, lower criminal justice costs and lower costs for other programs increased by poverty.

[Burlington Food Bank @BurlFoodBank]

We have updated our Top Ten Most Needed Items:
https://t.co/aWKeGgWa29

We can really use your assistance with food donations or financial support #BurlON

https://t.co/CwsHqytBA3

Thanks again @cityburlington and all of the residents that continue to support our vital service

[Hamilton Community Foundation @HamCommFdn]

"Women, part-time workers and youth hit hardest by COVID-19 unemployment."

https://t.co/A3DSN1OB8u

[United Way Golden Horseshoe @unitedwaygh]

Things are changing rapidly throughout this pandemic, but the @211Ontario helpline is here.

If you need mental health support, food services, financial assistance or more dial 211, day or night to be referred to services.

Call or text 2-1-1 or visit https://t.co/sQ069G48vq.

[BurlingtonGreen @BurlingtonGreen]

@RegionofHalton is conducting its Official Plan review. We need policies that are science-based & forward-thinking.

Have your say in shaping a healthy, sustainable and resilient future ➡️ https://t.co/eY2H1bFLMA

Image source : Future Oxford

[Halton Poverty RT @HaltonPovertyRT]

https://t.co/6vp7eRMoVs

[United Way Greater Toronto @UWGreaterTO]

It's 2:11.
The perfect time to check in on our seniors.
If you're a senior who needs help, or you know a senior who might be isolated, 2-1-1 is the number to call for non-emergency help. @211Central

[Statistics Canada @StatCan_eng]

Did you know? We use infographics to provide disaggregated data on a broad range of topics in an accessible format for Canadians.

Check out our infographic on household food insecurity in Canada: https://t.co/kyLyUYutDW

#DiversityData

[Brittany Andrew-Amofah @BrittanyAmofah]

Covid-19 has exacerbated inequalities that already existed in Toronto.

How can our local government and muncipal institutions respond?

Join us for this webinar as we explore this very question.

[Ramp Communications @RampAgencyTO]

The @UnitedWayhh brings people together to solve social issues & improve lives. When the #Nonprofit needed a way to communicate its impact, it turned to us. We created an #ImpactReport that stands out in both print and digital, making it accessible online. https://t.co/eaUFY7dq91