Our initiative began in 2010 as a bold experiment funded by the City and the Child and Youth Network.

The challenge was simple: could a neighbourhood be empowered to improve its own health with the right resources? With initial funding and a dedicated team, we set out to find the answer.

Over time, we defined what “healthier” meant for our community, and the results were clear: our model works.

As our success became evident, the city expanded the program to other neighbourhoods, and we were left to continue on our own. While the funds and staff moved on, we gained invaluable experience in working together and navigating city resources. Today, we carry that knowledge forward, continuing to make our neighbourhood a better place.

In 2011, our efforts were recognized with the Pillar Network Community Innovation Award, highlighting our commitment to innovation and community development.