The Reality In The Maritimes
1 in 4 people don’t have someone they can depend on.
Loneliness is rising, especially among seniors and marginalized communities When people are excluded, communities are weaker. When people belong, communities thrive.
New Brunswick
14.7%
Reported they always or often feel lonely
26.3%
Do not have someone they can consistently depend on
51.7%
Report a strong sense of belonging in community
Nova Scotia
13.9%
Reported they always or often feel lonely
26.5%
Do not have someone they can consistently depend on
50.2%
Report a strong sense of belonging in community
Prince Edward Island
13.7%
Reported they always or often feel lonely
20.5%
Do not have someone they can consistently depend on
52.7%
Report a strong sense of belonging in community
What We're Doing
We’re building inclusive communities where everyone can participate. That looks like:
Reducing
isolation through community programs and outreach.
Supporting
newcomer integration and cultural connection.
Improving
accessibility and removing barriers.
Advancing
equity, inclusion, and anti-racism efforts.
Our Impact in Action
United Way-funded YMCA Youth Leadership Programs (Lunenburg County)
Giving youth a safe, inclusive place to belong - where they can build confidence, form friendships, and discover what they’re capable of.
The impact is great. He speaks more, talks in social situations, and can express his feelings and offer his thoughts now. This time last year, he couldn’t do that.”
“There is no doubt that these programs have contributed to my children’s independence by providing a safe space where they can freely interact with others, explore and play.”
"The program has taught him many life lessons that as a parent, I’m unable to teach him. He’s able to employ coping skills he has learned in real-life situations. The impact is great. He speaks more, talks in social situations, and can express his feelings and offer his thoughts now. This time last year, he couldn’t do that.”
Funded Agencies
Connection changes everything.
With your help, we are creating communities where everyone belongs.