Local Love Week - September 29 to October 5, 2025
Local Love Week is a celebration of the programs, people, and partnerships that make a difference for children and youth in our community.
Every day, United Way Centraide North East Ontario/Nord-est de l’Ontario and our funded partners help kids access safe spaces, wellness supports, after-school programs, and opportunities to thrive. Local Love Week shines a spotlight on that impact — and invites you to join us in creating brighter futures.
What’s Happening During Local Love Week?
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Partner Spotlights: Stories from programs in Timmins, Nipissing, and Sudbury that show Local Love in action.
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Community Celebrations: Heart-shaped treats delivered to partners, volunteers, and media to share the love.
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Partner Fundraising Promotions: Local businesses including Giant Tiger, Cobs, Domino’s, Boston Pizza, and Salute are stepping up — and so can you!
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Volunteer & Donor Appreciation: Honouring the people who make Local Love possible.
Why Local Love Matters
Right now, too many children and youth in northeastern Ontario face barriers to wellness, safety, and opportunity.
- Over 700,000 children in Ontario live in food-insecure households
- 1 in 5 children and youth in Ontario experience a mental health challenge
- 1 in 4 children in Grade 3, and 1 in 5 children in Grade 6 are failing to meet the provincial literacy standards
With your Local Love, we can:
- Provide safe spaces after school.
- Support mental health and wellness programs.
- Ensure kids have the resources they need to succeed.
- And so much more...
How You Can Get Involved
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Give Local: Every dollar stays in our region to support kids and youth.
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Shop Local: Visit our fundraising partners and know your purchase gives back.
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Share Local Love: Follow us on social media, share the stories, and spread the word using #LocalLoveWeek #UWCNEO #LoveLocal.
Join Us
Together, we can create a community where every child and youth has the chance to thrive.
