Gordon Neighbourhood House evaluates the impact of our work together using a variety of methods.

Here is a snapshot of some of the fun we had in December 2017:

“Thank you a hundred times for all your caring – the many friends and the food that keeps me alive. 
A home away from home.”

—Community Lunch participant

The Seniors in Action program animated 10 activities and we served 308 lunches.

95% of people surveyed reported that they feel an increase in community belonging as a result of attending our programs.

Here’s a look at what we did in 2017:

AGM on January 30^th

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Gordon Neighbourhood House's Annual General Meeting (AGM). A special thanks to our inspiring Keynote Speaker, Jessica Hannon who works as the Executive Director of Megaphone. We look forward to working with her and Megaphone more in the future. 

Congratulations to our 8 elected Board members!

Donna Simpson Awards

Congratulations to Isabel Ashton and Brendan David Bailey, the recipients of this year's Donna Simpson Community Champion Award.  

The Donna Simpson Award is awarded to individuals who show outstanding service to the community and Gordon Neighbourhood House, just as Donna Simpson did when she was a dedicated volunteer and created the Attic Thrift Store.  

Farewell Chantille

Volunteer Opportunities

Want to get better connected to your neighbourhood? Give back to your community? Volunteering at Gordon Neighbourhood House is a perfect way to do this, as well as make friends, learn new skills, and showcase your talents.

Apply to one of our current volunteer postings, or contact volunteer coordinator Katelyn (katelyn@gordonhouse.org) about sharing your skills with the community. (Want to teach others basic computer skills? Offer free haircuts? Lead a neighbourhood walking group? Let us know!)

Community Volunteer Income Tax Program

Need a hand?

If you need help to prepare your 2017 income tax and benefit return, volunteers may be able to complete your return for you!  

The CVITP (Community Volunteers Income Tax Program) helps eligible taxpayers who have a modest income and a simple tax situation. Volunteers are not employees or volunteers of the Canada Revenue Agency. Remember to bring all your tax slips and form with you.

Modest income is based on the number of persons in your family, your total family income should be less than: 

One person - $30,000 

Two persons - $40,000 

Three persons - $42,500

Simple tax situation

In general, your tax situation is simple if you have no income or if your income comes from these sources:

• Employment
• Pension
• Benefit or support payments
• RRSP
• Scholarships or grants
• Interest (under $1,000)

Returns not eligible for the CVITP

• Volunteers do not complete returns for individuals who:
• Are self-employed or have employment expenses
• Have business or rental income and expenses
• Have capital gains or losses
• Filed for bankruptcy
• Are completing a tax return for a deceased person 

You can contact us for more information about the program, but we will not be taking any new appointments until the end of February.

To find a free tax preparation clinic in your area or to find out if you are eligible for help, go to canada.ca/taxes-help or call 1-800-959-8281

Community Lunches

Social Inclusion Campaign