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Organizes and runs recreational programs for the City of Barrie, including general interest, fitness and aquatic programs for all ages, as well as summer and school break day camps for children and programs on school professional activity days and holidays

• Child and Youth Recreation Programs and Day Camps
  
• Seniors Recreation Programs and 55+ Centres
  • for a current listing of activities at the 55+ Centres see monthly newsletter and monthly events calendar
    
• Inclusive Recreation - programs offer opportunities for participants experiencing disability through both adapted and integrated program options
  
• Barrie recPASS - Membership offers unlimited access to drop-in programs for yourself and your families
  
• RecACCESS - fee assistance program that provides support to low-income families and individuals in Barrie by providing qualifying participants with a RecPASS membership and youth credits that can be applied to the registration fee for qualifying programs and activities
  
• Re-loadable rec gift cards are available Peggy Hill Team Community Centre, East Bayfield Community Centre, Allandale Recreation Centre, Parkview Centre and City Hall, 8th floor
  
• Recreation Program Cancellations - provides up-to-date information about closures or cancellations affecting Recreation Programs
  

Recreation Programs may have youth and adult volunteer opportunities

• Earn school hours, community service hours, to iinquire email rec.volunteers@barrie.ca

COVID-19 Response

• Wasa-Nabin program is being held virtually
• Some components of the Wasa-Nabin program may not currently be available, for more information or support:
  • call 705-721-7689
  • email info@bnfc.ca or t.felbert@bnfc.ca
  • check Wasa-Nabin Facebook Group

Regular Service
Wasa-Nabin (Ojibway meaning 'To Look Ahead') Program is designed to provide comprehensive services to urban Aboriginal at-risk youth between the ages of 13-18 with the support, tools and healthy activities that will build upon and foster their inherent ability to make healthy lifestyle choices

Program components include:

• General Social Support
• You in Care
• Healthy Eating and Physical Development
• Education
• Justice Intervention
• Violence Prevention

Youth-led urban community centre helping tackle the underlying issues leading to addiction, homelessness and mental health problems

• Offers programs and activities such as basketball, girls self-defense, yoga, art and more
• Basketball Skills Development programs include Junior NBA (ages 5-12) and House League (ages 7-13)

Outreach Presentations
Presentations in Youth Mental & Physical Wellness, Declassified Student Survival Guide, Community Safe Spaces and Youth Based Supports

Recreation and development programs, including drop-ins, after school programs, camps and social events

• youth and adult volunteer opportunities
• locations across Georgina
• licensed child care at Jersey Public School and Fairwood Public School

Offering programs for youth with unique needs, along with programs for youth between ages 13-18

Youth Unlimited YFC Alliston provides supportive relationships to encourage healthy lifestyles for youth in the community

Call for information

Drop-in centre programs for youth grades 6 to 12, including:

• Homework help
• Arts and crafts
• Wii, Switch and Playstation
• Computers with internet access
• Volunteer opportunities for registered youth with an option to earn credit towards town run programs
• Youth mentors leadership training for ages 16-18
• LGBTQ+ Club

Provides a positive and inclusive space where all youth are welcomed. Staff are available to listen, offer support and connect with youth on individual levels.

Social space and services include:

• Pool table
• Ping pong table
• Musical instruments
• Foosball table
• Large TV for movies
• Wii, Play station 4 and Xbox
• Board games and cards
• Art and DIY supplies
• Computer stations
• Wi-fi
• Nutritious snacks and drinks

Offers recreational entertainment with a pool table, ping pong, TV, Foosball table and internet access

Workshops offered include:

• Self-esteem
• youth employment and Life-Skills
• Teen Pregnancy
• Group and Computer Workshops

The Resource Centre offers information on local clubs and services geared to the youth of Orillia such as taking part in arts, music, cooking, getting help with homework, or just hanging out.

Facilitates a broad range of recreational activities and services in the Town of Midland including
events such as

• Winterfest,
• Canada Day festivities
• Butter Tart Festival
• Tug Fest
• offers an cultural entrepreunership program

Provides youth a place to meet in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. Variety of activities offered including robotics, video-editing sessions, cooking classes, jam sessions, No judge Club meetings, film club and sports clubs.

Free mental health therapy sessions for all youth.

Offers technology course for career minded entrepreneurs. Uses a 3-D Laser Printer, Glow Forge, T-shirt Press and other tools for youth to develop a business plan, design and produce products as well as develop selling skills.

Offers volunteer opportunities.

COVID-19 -- all facilities and programs will operate in compliance with current provincial and regional public health guidelines and regulations; check Town website for information and updates on health protocols and other requirements; as of March 1, 2022 -- proof of vaccination no longer required to enter Town facilities or to participate in programs but face masks and physical distancing will remain in place

The Loft Youth Lounge is closed to in-person activities but is scheduled to re-open April 1, 2022 -- check website for updates



Youth and community development programs

• safe and supervised environment for youth
• lounge with entertainment/media corner
• climbing wall, gymnasium, skate park
• pool table, electronic basketball, table tennis, air hockey
• movie nights

Youth Engagement Committee - youth guide and advise youth staff on programs, events, and services for Youth Aurora; meets bi-weekly; see website for more information

Youth centre

• facilities, programs and staff to ensure a safe place for youth
• a place to meet, be active
• special programs, concerts, workshops
• works with families, schools, community partners and the Township of Uxbridge

Drop-in centre includes food, recreation and social opportunities * games and music rooms * on-site supervision * leadership development

Youth Drop in Centre offering:

• supportive relationships to encourage healthy lifestyles for youth in the community
• a space off the street for youth to hang out, have fun, shoot pool, play video games, listen to music or participate in special events
• opportunities to network with other youth-oriented agencies for support and service
• workshops and programs which promote health, accountability, responsibility and hope
• The Door Drop In is held each Fri 7 pm-10 pm

Call office for information about weekday after school programs and other events.

Youth Unlimited Chat is a free service offering:

• support for teenagers in the central Ontario region
• agents that are screened, trained and equipped to handle youth crisis situations
• ability to connect teens and families to local social services, mental health supports, and local youth programming
• Live chat can be accessed at YUChat.ca or by calling 1-800-991-8984 Mon-Fri 12 noon-12 midnight

YU Chat Service is not a suicide line. Agents will connect suicide calls to local suicide crisis supports.

Supports people at risk or living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) * clients will have access to a respiratory therapist/certified respiratory educator, registered kinesiologist and registered dietitian * the goal of the program is to improve the quality of life for people living wih COPD

Services include:

• breathing test
• one-on-one counseling (including self managemet education, healthy eating, physical activity)
• smoking cessation program
• individual and group exercise
• 12 week pulomonary rehabiliation 12 week pulomonary rehabilitation
• monthly COPD Support Group - meetings take place on every last Tuesday of the month from 1:30pm-3pm

Health centre focused on family and community health * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * referrals to other local health services and personal development groups * team includes family doctors, nurse practitioners, registered practical nurse, dietitian, physiotherapist, chiropodist (foot specialist), and a social worker

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health

• counselling
• prenatal and postnatal
• treatment of function and mobility issues
• healthy relationship, bereavement, stress management support
• nutrition education
• treatment and management of chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), depression, and arthritis
• health promotion

Services and Programs:

• Diabetes Education Program
• Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program and COPD Clinic
• Wellness Program for Seniors

Social and community service organization for Jewish teens

• operates JYN Academy private high school
• hosts events and programs for Jewish youth

Jew Ball -- weekly sports and social for teens
Teens for the Community (TFC) -- community service activities

JYN Connect

• mentoring program that partners High School (gr 11 and 12) teens and Elementary School (gr 4-7) children in Jewish environment
• teens will assist children with homework and participate with them in activities, crafts and sports

COVID19 Contact for updates on in-person and virtual services

Multiservice agency, includes child and youth supports and residential programs; for emergency and transitional housing, counselling, drop-ins and employment services, see separate listings

Residential Youth Homes
Voluntary program offers combination of housing and support for youth facing housing crisis, primarily for youth 16-19 years; capacity 13

YOUTHrive
Recreation and mentorship program for the residents of selected housing co-operatives in York Region

Leadership Engagement Gang Intervention Team (LEGIT)
Outreach to youth 12-20 years involved in gangs, at-risk of gang involvement and/or with history of involvement with criminal justice system

Provincial Youth Outreach Workers
Workers assist youth 13-24 years to access services and supports

Aftercare and Transitional Support
Assists youth transitioning out of the care of the Children's Aid Society

iGRAD
Students work with a teacher's support to complete online high school credit courses; classroom open weekdays 9:30 am-3:30 pm

Provides various services for residents, businesses and stakeholders in City of Markham

Community Centres and Pools

• registered and drop-in programs
• swimming
• fitness
• indoor playground
• multi-sensory room
• youth and older adult rooms
• outdoor park
• rock climbing wall
• tennis courts
• squash courts
• indoor bocce courts
• indoor and outdoor soccer fields
• birthday parties
• makerspace
• business hub
• older adults clubs

Skating

• skating programs
• recreational skating
• pickup shinny
• birthday parties
• arenas rental

Drop-in Lounge with

• recreational activities
• computer lab
• audio/visual Studio
• full kitchen
• job board
• room rentals

Settlement Services

• one-on-one supportive counselling on site or by phone

English Language and Education

• conversation circle
• conversation group for beginner French
• homework club tutoring grades 9-12
• reading and writing clubs
• high school student English writing workshops

Pre-Employment and Education Help

• job search workshops
• resume and cover letter writing
• university and college preparation

Leadership and Life Skills Training

• Healthy Living and Physical Fitness including emergency first aid and CPR training
• March break and summer camps

Volunteering

• iCAN Committee represents youth voices within IYC to plan events, volunteer opportunities

COVID19

• drop-in and group services have resumed
• appointment preferred
• masking is not mandatory but suggested for all visitors
• people who have symptoms of illness are urged to wear masks or access services online.

Family Services -- family life education and counselling

Older Adult Services

• life skills training
• exercise groups
• educational workshops
• volunteering

Youth Programs

• weekly drop-in
• life skills training
• recreational activities

Community Development

• volunteer recruitment and training
• outreach and networking
• advocacy
• cultural activities, interest groups

COVID19 Gradually reopening to in-person programs with simultaneous virtual programs; contact for information on safety measures

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Youth leadership training, after-school program, and recreation and events programming; Christian perspective

Youth leadership training camp
Focus on leadership, communication skills, community engagement, citizenship and team building, and volunteering

SHARP
After-school program for high school students, including experiential learning, workshops and training, and mentorship

Tic-Tac-Toronto (TTT)
Youth community engagement through outreach in Toronto, including city exploration activities

Teaching, research and resource centre fostering community partnerships

• education and business programs
• seasonal income tax clinic
• information and referral
• workshops

Education Programs -- access to postsecondary education through pre-university courses including university bridging program for women 20 years or older and out of school for 2 years or more

• Pursuing Post Secondary Drop in -- information on York University, programs and financial aid, Mondays 3 pm-5 pm