Established in 1926, the Junior League of Toronto (JLT) has had a positive impact on the quality of life of countless Greater Toronto Area residents. Since then, we have contributed more than 40 million volunteer hours, provided approximately $4 million to the community, and initiated or supported over 400 community projects.
Our Mission
The Junior League of Toronto is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.
Our Vision
The Junior League of Toronto strives to be the organization of choice for voluntarism and community partnership.
Our Values
VOLUNTEERISM: We believe strongly in the practice of helping others.
SUPPORTIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT: We believe in the power of trained volunteers instituted through empowerment and a supportive environment.
TEAMWORK: We believe that the strength of a team exceeds the sum of its individuals – together we celebrate success.
CAMARADERIE: Friendship is the glue that binds every aspect of the organization together.
TRUST, RESPECT AND INTEGRITY: We have a strong sense of trust, integrity and respect for our fellow members and the community.
INFECTIOUS ENERGY: Our energy and commitment are what nourish the growth of our organization.
PROFESSIONALISM AND EXCELLENCE: We seek to practice and reflect a high level of professionalism and excellence.
PARTNERING: We seek and establish partnerships to maximize the value we provide to the community.
INFLUENCE AND ADVOCACY: We influence through effective and creative involvement and action.
JLT Community Belief Statement
HEATHLY LIVING: The Junior League of Toronto believes that Healthy Living is an achievable goal through education, advocacy and the personal leadership of its members.
Our Training Program
The Junior League of Toronto is committed to training volunteers to be a leading force in meeting community needs through direct service projects and programs. Junior League members are trained to enhance or develop skills needed for community leadership through participation on League committees, projects and workshops and by directly volunteering in the community.
How We Fund It
Funds are raised for the community through JLT endorsed initiatives and special events, while nominal membership dues and members annual giving support our day-to-day operations and our training programs
