Welcome to
Suomi-Koti

Suomi-Koti means simply "Finnish Home," but these two words carry deep meaning. For many, they bring to mind a sense of warmth, tradition, and familiarity—all of which are reflected in the design, atmosphere, and lifestyle here at our seniors’ Suomi-Koti residence and long-term care home.

Suomi-Koti was founded in the early 1980’s to provide low cost housing accommodations exclusively for our senior population. Since its founding, it has been a charitable organization, owned and operated by the members of The Toronto Finnish-Canadian Seniors Centre to provide quality, culturally-appropriate and affordable accommodation for older adults with a connection to Finland.

In 1986, Suomi-Koti was recognized for “Innovation in Housing for Seniors” by Canadian Mortgage & Housing Corporation (CMHC) in 1988.  This award from CMHC wasn’t just a one-time accolade—it reflects Suomi-Koti's long-standing commitment to forward-thinking, resident-focused design. Architects Sedun + Kanerva crafted a space that prioritized independence, dignity, and social connection, long before these became buzzwords in elder care.

Toronto is a multicultural city, and Suomi-Koti is one of the rare places where a diaspora culture is actively preserved through architecture, programming, language, and tradition. Suomi-Koti has been a haven for seniors in Leaside for almost 40 years.