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Offers free youth drop-in programs in a safe and inclusive environment.
Services include:

• computer and internet access
• links to community support resources
• volunteer opportunities
• ping pong and billiards
• video games (PS4, XBOX WiiU)
• large screen movies
• music recording studio
• music instrument loan program

Grassroots community centre used by various agencies
* affiliated with Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK)

Programs for children, youth and parents including:
* life skills
* recreation
* food support through Food for Life program
* food pantry, see separate listing here
* infant food bank, see separate listing here
* Fresh Food Box for Halton distribution site
* clothing room

Grassroots community centre used by various agencies
* affiliated with Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK)

Programs for children, youth and parents including:
* life skills
* recreation
* food support through Food for Life program
* food pantry, see separate listing here
* infant food bank, see separate listing here
* Fresh Food Box for Halton distribution site
* clothing room

Develops safe mentoring relationships with youth at risk and/or youth involved in crime by offering programs that develop hope, purpose, and skills to support personal success. Provides transportation, meals, and access to recreation opportunities.

Intensive one-on-one mentoring which provides youth with an opportunity to participate in structured activities and find support and camaraderie among their peers. Through this program homework help, school supplies, snacks, computer and printer access, and recreational activities are provided.

Provides a variety of Drop-in recreation activities for youth in Grades 6-12

A drop-in and counselling program providing intervention, education, and prevention for marginalized youth and youth at risk. Programs include structured skill-building and casual drop-in. Programs are informed by a Christian faith perspective. A Youth Council discusses, organizes, and makes decisions about what happens at the centre.

Programs offered include: babysitting courses, workshops, peer tutoring, movie nights, board game nights, physical activities, LGBTQ2S+ socials.

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

Strives to empower youth to make positive and successful life choices through opportunity and guidance.

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

Drop-In Program (for grade nine to 12)

• Positive peer interaction
• Job Finding support & free internet access
• Homework support
• Dinner
• Movie & game nights
• Field trips & special events
• Community involvement

Has a trained Youth Worker on staff to assist youth with confidential guidance and support in making healthy decisions, crisis intervention, community referrals, housing information and shelter placement.

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.

Leadership, drop-in and after school programs, including breakfast club, girls and boys clubs, sports and recreation activities, social events, workshops and discussions

• summer camp
• community development
• volunteer opportunities

Future is Female
Virtual adult/youth mentorship program for youth 13-18 years, includes peer connections and support network

Generation Z
Leadership program for youth 13-18 years through sports and recreational activities

Kickin' it with Kings
Adult/youth mentorship program for Black male youth 13-18 years, addressing issues around mental health, well being, and access to culturally appropriate resources, through music and spoken word

Youth Employment Program
Skills and knowledge development to assist in job search

• interview preparation
• resume and cover letter assistance
• guest speakers, information, advice

Ongoing programs include: drop-in, development, mentoring, outreach, leadership development, and volunteer opportunities. Individualized supports and referrals for youth as needed in areas of mental health, sexual identity, education, job, family and more.

COVID19 -- services and classes being offered online and in-person; for information or to register and for all other settlement service inquiries, call 905-306-0577 ext 227 or email at info@ncpeel.ca; Crisis Services Direct Lines 416-455-8252 or 416-450-8734

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LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry

• English classes
• LINC classes running online and in-person
• childminding may be available; part-time or full-time classes

Labour Market Access for Newcomers

• employment and business start-up assistance
• resume writing and job search skills
• networking and interview skills
• in-person and online classes

Settlement Services

• information and referral
• translation, interpretation and certification of documents
• citizenship preparation classes
• assistance with forms and applications, including access to Ontario Electricity Support Program
• workshops

Settlement Workers in Schools (SWIS)

• services delivered in elementary and secondary schools in Mississauga during the school year
• information about the school system
• parent and youth-specific workshops with information on topics such as housing, health care and job search

Community Connections Mentorship Program

• group activities for newly arrived immigrant and refugee youth, adults and seniors
• trained volunteer mentors
• homework help for youth
• computer classes and low impact exercise for seniors

Bridging Generations -- Stronger Parents, Stronger Community

• tools to de-escalate conflicts and advocate for children
• helps parents define acceptable behavior, respond to their children's needs and reinforce their family's values

Provides a safe and engaging environment where youth can explore issues relevant to their whole person (relationally, emotionally, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually) within the context of a Biblical Worldview under the guidance and mentor-ship of Christian adults.

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.

COVID19 - No walk-in service * call, email or visit RYFS website for service updates


Youth drop-in centre

• informal counselling and one-to-one support
• information on community resources
• Internet access
• resume and job search assistance
• social support and skill development groups
• volunteer opportunities
• life skills training
• discussion groups, expressive arts
• health and physical activity, and recreation groups
• drop-in includes games, tournaments, discussions

COVID19 180:Fuse events available virtually through Zoom; contact for information on accessing virtual programs, and updates on drop-in reopening

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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

Ongoing programs include: drop-in, development, mentoring, outreach, leadership development, and volunteer opportunities. Individualized supports and referrals for youth as needed in areas of mental health, sexual identity, education, job, family and more

After school, leadership and empowerment programs, including tutoring, homework club, life skills training, employment training, mentoring * workshops include financial literacy, entrepreneurship, resume assistance and interview preparation * youth justice and crime prevention presentations * recreation programs include music, dance, and video * high school outreach * health promotion * internships for post secondary students * volunteer opportunities for youth and adults

Provides an environment where youth and community organizations work as a team to complete their goals:

• 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

Programs and activities include:

• Youth dances
• Talent shows
• Youth forum
• Movie nights
• Wonderland trip
• Basketball tournaments
• Scholarship awards

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

Drop-in centre for youth ages 12-18. Pool tables, air hockey, Foosball, video games, basketball and a snack bar are available. Trips are coordinated for youth in the summer. Afterschool Program for (Homework Help) Grades 2-6.

Workshops of youth leadership, skill development

Enhanced Youth Space 416-626-6068- 500 the East Mall, rm 124 * 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 500 the East Mall, Rm 124 * 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 310 - 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

Collaborative project of over 30 organizations to build an integrated network of sites offering a continuum of youth-centred services, supports and programming.

• 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).

Programs for young women and girls 7-17 years with focus on

• financial literacy
• STEM and academics
• community engagement
• empowerment (life skills, arts, mental and physical health)

Supports women and families by addressing household needs such as food security and hygiene needs

Responds to problems of crime in community through service to persons involved in criminal justice system

• 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