1997 – Foundation is Created
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1997 – Foundation is Created

St. Clair O’Connor Community Foundation is created to fund programs and services which support seniors and families in their pursuit of life-long learning and meaningful participation in inclusive, intergenerational communities.

January 1, 1997September 9, 2023by
1983 – Doors Open
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1983 – Doors Open

SCOC’s doors open, welcoming seniors and families into an intergenerational community.

May 14, 1983August 7, 2023by
1980s
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1980s

Paul Willison Motors sells the property at St. Clair Avenue East and O’Connor Drive at a below-market rate because Willison believes in the vision of a nonprofit housing community.

January 1, 1980August 6, 2023by
1970s
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1970s

Danforth Mennonite Church creates outreach programs for seniors in East York including Meals on Wheels delivery, home visitations and a drop-in centre.
Danforth Mennonite Church establishes a Seniors’ Housing Committee and Toronto United Mennonite Church conducts a survey of seniors to determine needs. The two churches form a Steering Committee.

January 1, 1970August 6, 2023by