United Ways of Ontario Call for the Province to repeal Schedule 12, Bill 60, the Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025

Tanya Noyes • November 18, 2025

Ontario United Ways express concern that proposed changes will escalate the homelessness crisis across Ontario



United Ways Ontario – Statement on Bill 60, Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025

 

Ontario is at a critical point. Housing need is rising, homelessness is growing, federal investment is starting to move but housing starts in Ontario are falling. Decisions made now will set the course for years.

 

The proposed legislative changes to the Residential Tenancies Act in Bill 60 move policy in the wrong direction and will serve to escalate the homelessness crisis across Ontario. They weaken security of tenure, speed evictions, narrow review windows and reduce compensation in no-fault cases. This is not a solution for people who are precariously housed and will level even greater pressure on municipalities and community agencies struggling to address need.

 

Now, the focus should be on keeping people housed while new supply comes online. That means maintaining reasonable grace periods for arrears, ensuring tenants can raise legitimate health and safety concerns without undue barriers, preserving fair compensation and clear standards in no-fault evictions with consequences for bad-faith cases and keeping review and appeal timelines workable so disputes are resolved on their merits. These measures protect due process, prevent avoidable evictions, and steady the system as we build.

 

We join colleagues from across the community services sector in calling on the Province to repeal Schedule 12 of Bill 60 and commit to meaningful consultation with tenants and sector partners on proposed amendments to the Residential Tenancies Act and provincial housing policies that impact tenants.

 

United Ways across Ontario partner with regional and municipal governments and are ready to work with the Province to keep people housed while Ontario builds the homes our communities need.

 

United Way Bruce Grey 

United Way Centraide North East Ontario

United Way Centraide Simcoe Muskoka

United Way/Centraide Stormont-Dundas & Glengarry  

United Way/Centraide Windsor-Essex Chatham-Kent

United Way Haliburton Kawartha Lakes

United way Durham Region

United Way East Ontario

United Way Greater Toronto

United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin

United Way of Haldimand and Norfolk

United Way Halton & Hamilton

United Way Hastings & Prince Edward

United Way Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington

United Way Leeds & Grenville

United Way Oxford 

United Way Niagara

United Way Northumberland

United Way Perth Huron

United Way Peterborough & District

United Way of Thunder Bay

United Way Waterloo Region Communities

 

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Leeds & Grenville, ON – February 4, 2026 – United Way Leeds & Grenville (UWLG) has successfully reached its 2025 fundraising goal of $900,000, thanks to the generosity and commitment of donors, volunteers, workplaces, and partners across the region. Inspired by this year’s theme, Hope Starts with You , the community came together to support local programs and services that help people and families when they need it most. “I’m incredibly proud of our staff, Board, Campaign Cabinet, and Champions who worked hard right through the finish line,” said Board Chair Ian McFall. “This milestone wouldn’t be possible without the support of our community.” Campaign Chair Darren Gallacher added, “Reaching $900,000 means real, measurable impact across Leeds & Grenville. This achievement belongs to everyone who gave, volunteered, or supported the campaign.” UWLG’s Community Investment process is now underway, with volunteers reviewing applications to direct funds where they will have the greatest local impact. The organization continues its work year-round through workplace campaigns, events, and volunteer opportunities. To donate, volunteer, or learn more, visit www.uwlg.org or call 613-342-8889. About United Way Leeds & Grenville UWLG is dedicated to improving lives and building a stronger community. We focus on critical issues such as food security, homelessness, housing, mental health, addictions, and supports for children and youth. Through collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to community, we strive to create vibrant, caring communities where everyone can thrive. – 30 – Media Contact: Hailie Jack, Executive Director United Way Leeds & Grenville 613-342-8889 | ed@uwlg.org Photo courtesy of Andrew Kizell, A. Kizell Photography (Real Estate & Drone)  Pictured from L-R (Front): Melissa Hindman (Director, Resource Development, UWLG), Brian Normandin (Financial Controller, Burnbrae Farms), Tanya Noyes (Data & Communications Coordinator, UWLG), Dr. Helen Anne Hudson (Senior Advisory to Corporate Social Responsibility, Burnbrae Farms), Meagan Metcalf (Executive Assistant, 3M Brockville), (L-R (Back): Marieke Van Spriel (Programs & Office Coordinator, UWLG), Melissa Szydlowski (Digital Marketing Specialist, Henderson Printing), Andrew Kizell (A Kizell Photography), Darren Gallacher (Campaign Cabinet Chair, UWLG & Business Loans Officer, Community Futures Grenville), Christopher Dang (Financial Analyst, Burnbrae), Chelsea Anderson (Case Manager, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville).
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