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Removes barriers for clients by creating a centre where families can gain access to multiple supports and services in one place
- home to Our Community Cares (OCC) and other community partners
- programs for youth are for ages 5 to 17 and their families, and encourage learning, physical activity, and social and life skills
Support available includes:
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Removes barriers for clients by creating a centre where families can gain access to multiple supports and services in one place
- home to Our Community Cares (OCC), and other community partners
- programs for youth are for ages 5 to 17 and their families, and encourage learning, physical activity, and social and life skills
Support available includes:
For more information, see website
Provides a variety of Drop-in recreation activities for youth in Grades 6-12
A drop-in centre for youth 8-19 years old, providing a welcoming space for learning, growing, building relationships, having fun, and offering support to experience fulfilling routes through life. Light dinner and snack is provided.
Programs include:
- Workshops
- 2SLGBTQIA+ positive space
- Homework support
- Open gym
- Movies and games
- Youth council
- Trips
Drop-in inclusive space for youth designed withn input from local youth and the Milton Youth Task Force
Supervised by trained youth engagement leaders the space features:
- A kitchenette with snacks courtesy of Food for Life
- TV and video games
- Lounge area
- Ping pong table
- Individual seating for studying
- A device charging station
- Food bank
- Clothing exchange
- Support services including ROCK and ADAPT
- Movies
- Video games
- Board games
- Arts and crafts
- Special events and programing
Provides:
- a welcome and friendly place for teens from all walks of life
- a safe and relaxed environment run by caring staff and volunteers
- the opportunity to connect and build friendships with other teens and caring adults
- personalized support that is specific to each teen and their unique life situation
- one-on-one mentoring
- homework support
- referral services for areas of mental health, addiction and other presenting concerns
- group discussions on teen issues, current events and spiritual questions
- indoor activities include pool, ping pong, video games, art station, weight room, board games, cards and more
- outdoor activities such as ball hockey, soccer, basketball and other fun activities
- a meaningful refuge from pressures that may exist at school, home and other places
Committed to providing supportive services addressing all issues facing today's youth. Provides the following free, supervised programs:
After-School Program (for grades six to eight).
- Homework help
- Healthy snacks
- Physical activity & recreational programming
- Community involvement
- Computer, technology & social media projects
- Field trips & special events
- Positive peer interaction
- Job Finding support & free internet access
- Homework support
- Dinner
- Movie & game nights
- Field trips & special events
- Community involvement
Youth from all backgrounds are invited to attend, whether they need help with homework, problems at home, or just looking for a place to hang out and meet new friends.
- community development
- volunteer opportunities
Mentorship program for youth 13-18 years, includes adult mentoring, peer connections and support network development addresses issues around empowerment, healthy relationships
Kickin' it with Kings
Mentorship program for youth 13-18 years, includes adult mentoring, peer connections, and support network development, addresses issues around youth culture, healthy relationships
Professional Development
8 week skills and knowledge development workshops for youth 14-19 years, to assist in job search and employment
- essential skills development
- work, communication and online etiquette
- job search navigation
- interview preparation
- resume and cover letter assistance
- portfolio development, including LinkedIn
- guest speakers, information, advice
Sports and recreation activities facilitated by EMYC youth recreation leaders, available May-October in partnership with Ridgeway Courts outdoor multisport facility
Operates a youth centre in the basement of Conversations Cafe and offers drop-in programs for both junior high and high school students.
The Zone: Youth in grades 9-12 participate in planned and informal activities (games, tournaments).
Tutoring and Homework Help: Experienced tutors available to help with school work. Free wifi and food available.
Chill Zone: Drop-in program for youth in grades 6-8.
Home visits available on request.
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Drop-in program, social activities, and mentoring program
180:Merge Youth Drop-In Centre
After school drop-in centre for youth 14-19 years, located in Sheridan Centre Mall (2225 Erin Mills Parkway)
180:Fuse
Monthly social program for students in grades 6-8
180:Lift
Mentoring and leadership program, in partnership with and located at Dolphin Public School and Erin Mills Middle School
Mississauga, ON, L5A 3R8 (33km)
- promote good citizenship and develop strategies to ensure it is maintained
- encourage and provide mentoring and educational support for underachievers and young people with learning difficulties
- mediation and support for families and/or individuals who are, or become, dysfunctional for various reasons
- stimulate critical and creative thinking
- advise and give practical support to young people who suffer adversely from exclusion and to help promote their self-esteem to its highest potential
- Youth dances
- Talent shows
- Youth forum
- Movie nights
- Wonderland trip
- Basketball tournaments
- Scholarship awards
905-873-2600
Crisis: ROCK Crisis Line: 905-878-9785 Kids Helpline: 1-800-668-6868
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Acton and Georgetown Youth Centres are open for in-person programming Mon to Fri from 3 pm-7:30 pm for youth ages 12-24. The Youth Centres provided recreation-based youth drop-in programming, supervised by Town trained staff that includes a lounge, gym, cooking, access to resources and more
- offers pool table, ping-pong, video games and scheduled activities
- staff trained to work with youth and provide referrals to youth services available in Halton Hills and Halton Region
Enhanced Youth Space 416-626-6068- 385 The West Mall, * recreation services for all youth ages 13 - 24 including equity seeking and underserved populations (e.g Aboriginal people, newcomers, refugees, queer (LGBT2Q), and people with disabilities
Rathburn Area Youth (RAY) 416-626-6068 - youth-driven centre at 385 The West Mall * focus on youth empowerment, leadership, the pursuit of education, and equipping youth with the information and support they need to make healthy life choices
Street Level Youth Space 416-252-6471 ext 247 - 185 Fifth Street, drop-in centre for preteens and teens * offers life skill development workshops, physical recreational activities, volunteer and leadership opportunities
South Etobicoke Youth Space - youth-led, youth-run group * organize events to showcase youth talents, creativity and ideas * host workshops on leadership, skills development, teamwork, youth issues
Supervised, recreation-based youth drop-in centre
- offers pool table, ping-pong, video games and scheduled activities
- staff trained to work with youth and provide referrals to youth services available in Halton Hills and Halton Region
- integrated approach through multiple sites in rural and urban locations
- phased implementation of integrated spaces/services
- equitable and inclusive access through in-person and virtual services
- primary care, mental health and substance use services
- education/training, employment and career support, outreach, counselling and peer-to-peer programs
Partnership Table members include Th Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario, Rotary Club of Guelph, YMCA-YWCA of Guelph, Guelph Community Foundation, University of Guelph, Minto Mental Health, East Wellington Community Services, Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington and Shelldate Family Gateway.
Funds managed by the Guelph Community Foundation (primary funding partner).
- financial literacy
- STEM and academics
- community engagement
- empowerment (life skills, arts, mental and physical health)
- Aids in crime prevention through community education, creative programming, and service to individuals and families in need
- Presentations on crime, criminal justice system, offenders, and agency services
- Speakers available
Child Development Unit offers a variety of parent and child drop-in community-based programs aimed for children 0-6 years of age
Programs include:
- EarlyON Child and Family Centre https://calendar.brantford.ca/earlyoncentre for program information
Youth Arts Against Violence: Modern Batik Art Workshops
Promotes youth self-esteem and self-confidence, and highlights the positive aspects of youth to the community
- youth-led network uses artistic expression to promote non-violence and deal with violence in youth lives and their communities
ECLYPSE Youth Resource Centre (Experiential Centre Lighting Youths' Paths Supporting Expression)
- multi-service youth drop-in centre for 12-24 year olds living in Peel
- partnership of local community agencies
- for information contact eclypseinfo@rapportyouth.com
- 3 locations (see below)
ECLYPSE Youth Drop-In Centre (Bramalea)
363 Howden Blvd, Room 204, Brampton
Phone 905-790-7707
Open Mon-Thu 3 pm-6:30 pm, Fri 1 pm-5 pm
ECLYPSE Youth Drop-In Centre (Central Brampton)
9 Ardglen Dr, Lower Level, Brampton
Phone 905-866-6900
Open Mon-Thu 3 pm-6:30 pm, Fri 1 pm-5 pm
ECLYPSE Youth Drop-In Centre (Malton)
Malton Youth Wellness Hub, 3540 Morning Star Dr, Mississauga
Phone 647-564-2714
Open Tue-Thu 3 pm-6:30 pm
ECLYPSE After School Program
Includes physical activity, healthy eating and nutrition, and wellness/ life skills development
- for grades 3-5, 3 times per week
- free
- for program information, hours and locations in Malton, visit website