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- ↑ Central Neighbourhood House - About : History
- ↑ Lorinc, John (May 6, 2013). "Whatever became of Toronto's first priority neighbourhood?". Spacing. Retrieved May 6, 2013.
- ↑ Childcare Services
- ↑ Children and Youth Programs
- ↑ Women's Club
- ↑ Family Support
- ↑ Street Survivors
- ↑ Supportive Housing Initiative
- ↑ Vulnerable Seniors Program
