Over 52,000 residents benefited from Community Investment Fund projects and initiatives in 2024

July 03, 2025

Newmarket – York Regional Council received an update on the 2024 activities of the York Region Community Investment Fund, which invests in local initiatives delivered by not-for-profit community agencies and partners.

In 2024, approximately $8.5 million was invested in 131 projects and initiatives delivered by 86 community agencies. This supported more than 52,000 York Region residents.

“The Community Investment Fund addresses gaps in essential services, supports healthy living and fosters safe, accessible and inclusive environments,” said York Region Chairman and CEO Eric Jolliffe. "The fund aligns with York Region’s Strategic Plan to support community well-being and remain flexible and responsive to our community needs, laying the groundwork for a more resilient and inclusive future."

Key areas of work included:

  • Housing Stability: $3.4 million for projects to help residents find or keep stable housing
  • Mental Well-being: $2.9 million for projects to help residents have positive mental health
  • Organizational Development: $456,993 for initiatives supporting organizations with operational, small capital and resident needs
  • Food Security: $351,567 for projects and initiatives to improve food system access and strengthen the food security system
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: $30,000 for a project to promote revitalization and foster community connections with Indigenous culture

An additional $1.4 million was allocated to support various critical community needs, including initiatives to help residents access York Region Transit.

“York Regional Council is committed to supporting community socio-economic, health and well-being,” said City of Vaughan Regional Councillor Gino Rosati, Chair of Community and Health Services. “Through community investments, the Region benefits from agencies’ connection to local needs, expertise supporting specific populations and existing services.”

Performance of funded projects is continuously monitored and assessed, with 72% of projects meeting or exceeding their primary service targets.

More information on the Community Investment Fund, including additional details on the 2024 activity results and the 2025 funded projects and initiatives, are available on york.ca/CommunityInvestment

The Regional Municipality of York consists of nine local cities and towns and provides a variety of programs and services to 1.29 million residents and 57,000 businesses with approximately 624,000 employees. More information about York Region’s key service areas is available at york.ca/RegionalServices

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