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Providing families of low-income living in Woolwich Township, and parts of northern Wellesley Township, with nutritious foods for children to take to school.
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The Food & Friends Program brings healthy food to hungry minds. Breakfast, morning meal, snack and lunch programs offered throughout Dufferin, Wellington County and Guelph agencies and schools. The goal is to provide an atmosphere of social inclusion among students who may otherwise feel marginalized, aid in decreased disruptive behaviours in the classroom, learn healthy eating habits and built strong social skills.
Each host school/agency offers different kinds of food programs - call for information.
Each host school/agency offers different kinds of food programs - call for information.
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COVID-19 Update: Service hours, programs and events have changed; visit website or contact for more information.
Programs and activities include:
Programs and activities include:
- EarlyON prenatal and infant groups
- EarlyON parent and child drop-in
- EarlyON kindergarten readiness and early literacy groups
- Workshop Wednesdays
- school age - after school programs
- Breakfast Club - Mon-Fri mornings
- day camps - Summer and March Break
- teen drop-in programs
- community model of learning English
- leadership development
- programs provided by partner agencies include job search, health promotion, violence prevention
- community garden, must live within the community
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COVID-19 Update: Programs and services may impacted, contact for most recent changes and more information; during lockdown, delivery provided for food support programs. Programs include:
Food and Nutrition
Food and Nutrition
- morning meal program for school age children
- emergency 2 day food support provided
- preschool programs
- youth programs
- summer day camp
- free or low cost recreation activities for families
- seasonal community events
- referrals and advocacy
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Provides supportive relationships that encourage healthy lifestyles for youth in the community.
- Drop In Program
- Sports Night Program
- Project Serve - learning to serve those in need
- Community Serve - serving the local community
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A non-profit organization that promotes healthy food choices, supports and provides local food education and outreach in the community
- partner with local schools to provide nutritious lunches to school-aged children free of charge
- children are provided lunch and 3 snacks per day
- any child that submits a request form will be provided with the meal
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Canadian registered incorporated charity that contributes to a child's ability to learn by facilitating and supporting universal student nutrition programs in elementary and secondary schools in Brantford and in the County of Brant
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Community church offering worship and children's services
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Provides packages of healthy food for children with limited or no access to food on weekends or during the summer months.
Weekends Without Hunger - Participants aged 4-17 years are referred by schools aware of students with limited access to food in their homes. Food packages are tucked discreetly into children's backpacks. Food bags are filled with healthy food items, including 5 fresh fruit items.
Summer Feeding Program - Through July and August, all students registered in the program receive grocery store gift cards through the mail at their homes on a bi-weekly basis.
Weekends Without Hunger - Participants aged 4-17 years are referred by schools aware of students with limited access to food in their homes. Food packages are tucked discreetly into children's backpacks. Food bags are filled with healthy food items, including 5 fresh fruit items.
Summer Feeding Program - Through July and August, all students registered in the program receive grocery store gift cards through the mail at their homes on a bi-weekly basis.
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A supervised space for children to spend time before school, includes a nutritious, hot breakfast.
Assistance with homework is also available.
Program runs from 7:45am to 8:45am, parents and families are welcome.
Assistance with homework is also available.
Program runs from 7:45am to 8:45am, parents and families are welcome.
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Youth Unlimited/YFC Ingersoll is currently looking for a Satellite Director. Until one can be found, the services offered at this location are on hold.
If you are interested in working at the YFC Ingersoll location, you can learn more information on the Satellite Director position here.
If you are interested in working at the YFC Ingersoll location, you can learn more information on the Satellite Director position here.
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This service/program is on hold until further notice.
Offers free hot lunch for elementary students and adults in the community * buses kids from their Ingersoll schools to the church and back for a hot lunch during school year * arranged through the school principal on a yearly basis
Offers free hot lunch for elementary students and adults in the community * buses kids from their Ingersoll schools to the church and back for a hot lunch during school year * arranged through the school principal on a yearly basis
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Offers a public drop-in space for youth in the Concession Street neighbourhood. Provides hot meals, games, and social events.
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Leadership, drop-in and after school programs, including breakfast club, girls and boys clubs, sports and recreation activities, social events, workshops and discussions
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
- summer camp
- community development
- volunteer opportunities
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
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COVID19 -- mobile food delivery services will continue for seniors and persons with disabilities only
Good Neighbour Program
Kids Breakfast Club Mon-Sun 7 am-8:30 am
Seniors Café Mon-Fri 8:30 am-10 am -- breakfast, followed by light exercise and music therapy
Good Neighbour Program
- free bread and baked goods donated by local grocery stores
- delivery to vulnerable seniors and low-income families in high needs neighbourhoods
Kids Breakfast Club Mon-Sun 7 am-8:30 am
Seniors Café Mon-Fri 8:30 am-10 am -- breakfast, followed by light exercise and music therapy
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Facilitates and oversees the operation of free programs for children and caregivers residing in the Mississauga communities of Forest Ridge and Arbour Mill and surrounding neighbourhoods
Youth Activity Programs:
Homework Club:
Child & Parent Resource Centres:
Family Kitchen:
The Audrey Pritchard Breakfast Clubs:
Summer Breakfast Club:
Youth Activity Programs:
- Karate club for youth 10 to 15 years ; Mon 4-6 pm
- operated by a qualified instructor from the Erin Mills Youth Outreach Program
Homework Club:
- after school homework help for children in grades 3 to 6
- 2 days per week 3:30-5:30 pm during the school year
Child & Parent Resource Centres:
- Early Years program for preschool children under 6 years and their parents/guardians
- 3 half days per week at Forest Ridge and Arbour Mill
- children must be accompanied by a caregiver
- Family Time drop-in programs, Tue 9 am-12 noon year round
- Mother Goose program for infants birth to 12 months, Wed 11 am-12 noon year round
Family Kitchen:
- for parents with children under 6 years
- food shopping tips, nutrition, meal planning, cooking skills and social eating skills for children
- children attend playgroup while parents cook, then parents and children come together for the meal
- Tue 9:30 am-12:30 pm
- preregistration required
The Audrey Pritchard Breakfast Clubs:
- nutritional breakfasts served at Forest Ridge and Arbour Mill locations
- weekdays during school year beginning 7 am
- lunches available to children in need
Summer Breakfast Club:
- breakfasts Mon-Thu 8-8:50 am during July and August
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Multiservice agency
- community information and referrals
- counselling, anger management
- counselling for youth and young adults
- employment assistance including resume/cover letter preparation, job search
- social housing application assistance
- year round income tax clinic
- leadership skills development
- children's breakfast club (on and off site)
- outreach
- workshops for women and youth
- social and recreation activities, including children's book club and youth homework club
- pre-screening required, qualifying residents receive appointment to complete the application process
- Access centre for Ontario Electricity Support Program -- assistance with applications
- intake assessment required
- annual Christmas toy distribution application deadline October 15
- information and referrals, including immigration, employment and community services
- counselling
- some form filling assistance
- access to computers
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Food program for school children
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Community programs and recreation at various locations
- breakfast clubs, after school clubs, homework club
- parent support and education
- March Break and summer day camp
- leadership training, violence prevention
- special events
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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
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
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Programs include:
- Social, recreation, education and health programs
- parent and child programs
- parenting resource library
- toy library
- community garden
- children's breakfast club
- nutritious snack program
- after school recreation programs
- licensed child care
- homework help
- workshops and seminars
- leadership development program
- summer day camp
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Neighbourhood centre, including counselling and support, child development and literacy, and recreation programs
- individual and group counselling
- counselling for assaulted women
- before and after school program for children 4 1/2-13 years, including breakfast and bagged lunch
- recreation programs for youth, including boys and girls club (see separate listing)
- homework assistance
- summer and March break camp
- recreation programs for seniors
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Supports student nutrition in all schools throughout Grey and Bruce. Provides daily breakfast, lunch and/or snack programs to over 15,000 students. Volunteer opportunities available, call for more information.
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Food Bank: Walk-in service and home delivery of food (fresh and non perishable) to registered families, individuals and seniors who qualify.
Snack Attack: Offers families with school-aged children better snack choices throughout the week. Snacks are obtained through donations and additional items are purchased.
Shelter/Utility Stability: Provide counsel, mediation and periodic short term financial aid to keep Lincoln residents in their current housing with utilities functioning.
Safe at Home: Provides home furnishings for those in and out of transitional housing and to families in need.
Snack Attack: Offers families with school-aged children better snack choices throughout the week. Snacks are obtained through donations and additional items are purchased.
Shelter/Utility Stability: Provide counsel, mediation and periodic short term financial aid to keep Lincoln residents in their current housing with utilities functioning.
Safe at Home: Provides home furnishings for those in and out of transitional housing and to families in need.
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A region-wide initiative that offers support and co-ordination for nutrition programs in both elementary and secondary schools. Offers support to student nutrition programs through provincial grants and local fundraising efforts. Works together with site-based volunteers to meet the needs of student nutrition programs in each community.
By offering a balanced meal, a safe and stimulating environment, and social and emotional support to children, Niagara Nutrition Partners provides several benefits.
By offering a balanced meal, a safe and stimulating environment, and social and emotional support to children, Niagara Nutrition Partners provides several benefits.
- improves attendance and punctuality
- increases understanding of how healthy eating habits affect energy levels
- improves behavior and increases concentration, leading to greater achievement
- improves social skills and confidence to interact with other children and adults
- promotes nutritionally complete programs that follow the student nutrition guidelines, established by the Ministry of Children Community and Social Services for breakfast, lunch, and snack.
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