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- Friendly Visiting for Seniors - Friendship Support/Friendly Visiting for isolated seniors
- Youth Mental Health Programs - workshops and peer support sessions to vulnerable youth, with a special focus on programs for underserved and at-risk Black and Indigenous youth. 12-24
- Youth Employment Support - Black Youth -15-30
- Homework Support-STEM- students ages 10-19
- Summer Camp- Adventure & STEM for underserved & at-risk children
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Services and programs
Healing and Wellness -- mental health and addictions services, gaming and gambling awareness, Healthy Babies Healthy Children, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, diabetes awareness
Employment and Training -- K-12 education initiatives, post-secondary education, employment programs, educational and cultural camps, Métis languages initiatives
Community Wellbeing -- educational activities for children and youth and their families
Healing and Wellness -- mental health and addictions services, gaming and gambling awareness, Healthy Babies Healthy Children, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, diabetes awareness
Employment and Training -- K-12 education initiatives, post-secondary education, employment programs, educational and cultural camps, Métis languages initiatives
Community Wellbeing -- educational activities for children and youth and their families
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The school offers preschool, elementary and middle school programs Also offers Co-curricular programs including:
- Drama classes
- Multi-sports
- Chess Club
- offered at the end of the school day
Summer Camp:
- Casa
- Elementary and Middle school
- operate for 4-week session, five days a week beginning at the end of June
- accredited by the Canadian Council of Montessori Administrators (CCMA)
- operates a government-licensed Child Care Centre
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Programs are offered to children ages 4-14 in various areas of interest, including: arts, adventure, sports, science, and resume-boosting leadership programs for youth
Visit the Recreation and Culture Registration and Booking system to browse the variety of camps and workshops including:
- Babysitter Training (ages 11-14)
- P.A. Day Art Camp Junior (ages 6-8), Senior (ages 9-12)
- Home alone and Personal Safety courses
- before and after-care is available for select programs only
Drop-in activities must also be pre-booked and paid for online, additional recreational swims and skates may be offered
- visit Drop-in Programs for more information
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Family Zone -- family building activities, life skills and educational workshops for Food bank families
Youth Dimensions -- volunteer opportunities for at risk youth to develop personal skills and community engagement
Individuals Conquering Addictions Now (ICAN) -- one on one recovery support for individuals facing addictions
Pre-employment support services -- assistance with job search, resume writing, developing references, volunteer placements
Choices Retreat -- fee for service program for Peel students to raise awareness on the issues of hunger, poverty, and homelessness through educational and interactive activities
Information and referral * summer camp for low income children * intergenerational mentoring between seniors and at risk families * workshops on the prevention and management of diet related illnesses * Holiday Hampers for needy families, with donated food, toys and clothing
Youth Dimensions -- volunteer opportunities for at risk youth to develop personal skills and community engagement
Individuals Conquering Addictions Now (ICAN) -- one on one recovery support for individuals facing addictions
Pre-employment support services -- assistance with job search, resume writing, developing references, volunteer placements
- access to computers and telephone
Choices Retreat -- fee for service program for Peel students to raise awareness on the issues of hunger, poverty, and homelessness through educational and interactive activities
Information and referral * summer camp for low income children * intergenerational mentoring between seniors and at risk families * workshops on the prevention and management of diet related illnesses * Holiday Hampers for needy families, with donated food, toys and clothing
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Before & After School Program
- Mon-Fri, 7-8:30am & 3 pm-6 pm
- Grade JK-8
- email youth@opnc.ca or bacare@opnc.ca for more information
Seniors Program
- Monday & Tuesday 1-4
- 3 classes a day & Friday afternoon social time
- email hello@opnc.ca for more information
Tawasol Newcomer Support
- email tawasol@opnc.ca for more information
Girl Guides
- extra fee involved
- see here for more information
SOS First Aid Clinics & SOS Kids
- extra fee involved
- see here for more information
Summer Recreation Program
- for adults with disabilities
- email youth@opnc.ca for more information
Summer Camp
- Mon-Thu, 1 pm-5 pm, Jul-Aug
- email youth@opnc.ca for more information
Wei Yan Art studio
- email yuran527@yahoo.ca for more information
Wu's Taekwondo
- extra free involved
- held on Tuesday
- email bwugbrown@gmail.com for more information
Acorns Language Program
- Mandarin language instruction
- email acornseducation9@gmail.com for more information
Talkallam Academy
- Arabic Language instruction
- email info@takallam.ca for more information
Other services offered by Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre
Family & Young Child Programs
- for more information on Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre's Family & Young Child programs, see here
Licensed Child Care Centre
- for more information on Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre's Licensed Child Care programs, see here
Low Income Supports
- for more information on Oak Park Neighbourhood Centre's Low Income Support programs, see here
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Community centre, including early years and after school programs, parent support, social and recreation activities, and women's support program and sewing group
After school programs include learning/homework help for grades 3-6, music, leadership development, summer day camps
Bridgeway Preschool/Parent Program
Drop-in programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school and school age children birth-6 years, including early learning and literacy, school readiness, parenting support, prenatal information
After school programs include learning/homework help for grades 3-6, music, leadership development, summer day camps
Bridgeway Preschool/Parent Program
Drop-in programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school and school age children birth-6 years, including early learning and literacy, school readiness, parenting support, prenatal information
- social and recreational activities
- information and referral to community programs
- partnership with BridgeWay Family Centre, see separate listing
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Conducts workshops in schools, and day camps in the summer
Workshops and camps involve:
- teaching creative and technical skills in photographs
- interactive lessons, field trips, editing and feedback sessions
- nature awareness and sensory activities
- inspiring long-term interest in protection of local ecosystems
- workshops are usually held in school classrooms (grades 4 to 12)
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Offers a variety of programs aimed at engaging all members of the community including youth, adults, and seniors
Black History Tours: Bike or Walk
- CCAH offers tours regarding Oakville's rich Black history in Kerr Village and Bronte Harbour
CCAH Reading Corner
- in partnership with the Milton Public Library
- hosting book readings virtually that feature Black authors
Inspire the Leaders of Tomorrow
- in partnership with Halton Regional Police Services
- annual Youth Leadership in Action workshops, for youth 12-18 yrs
- use various art forms to explore the topics of cultural identity, conflict resolution, time management, and goal setting
- eligible participants earn community involvement hours towards their high school community service requirement
Canada Summer Jobs
- in partnership with Employment and Social Development Canada
- helping young people between 15 and 30 yrs, particularly those facing barriers to employment, get the information and gain the skills, work experience and abilities they need to transition successfully into the labour market
CCAH Summer Day Camp
- Black-led program for racialized and marginalized families living in Halton Region that identify as Black, Indigenous or people of colour with a Caribbean or African heritage.
- Juniors aged 6-8; Seniors aged 9-11
Sizzlin' Halton
- in partnership with local chefs, CCAH has created six educational cooking classes that focus on cultural foods
From Clef Notes to Canvas
- an interactive and facilitated art session that takes emotion felt from songs to fuel creation on canvas
- painting experience is not required
- session facilitated by Omar 'Oms' Hopkinson, a member of Arts Milton Board of Directors
Steelpan Lessons
- Fall, Winter and Spring sessions
- a unique cross-generational program that invites both youth and seniors to learn the art of steelpan
- improve concentration and memory while socializing and having fun
Parang Lessons
- Fall, Winter and Spring sessions
- Parang is a popular folk music originating from Trinidad and Tobago and is practiced throughout the Caribbean
- learn to play the ukulele, cuatro, guitar or selection of percussion instruments
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Offers cello, flute, guitar, piano, violin, and viola lessons
- theory, Kodaly and early childhood music classes are also part of the program
- private lessons available
- Performing Arts Camp is held in July
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EarlyON Child and Family Centre, after school programs, support for parents of children with learning disabilities, seniors 55+ club, social and recreation activities
After school programs
EarlyON Child and Family Centre
Drop-in programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school and school age children, including early learning and literacy, school readiness, parenting support, prenatal information
After school programs
- learning help for grades 2-6
- music, art, science activities
- summer day camps
EarlyON Child and Family Centre
Drop-in programs for infants, toddlers, pre-school and school age children, including early learning and literacy, school readiness, parenting support, prenatal information
- social and recreational activities
- information and referral to community programs
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Art camps and classes are taught in English and French by professional artists and arts educators in lakeside studios at Gairloch Gardens
Camps and classes take place throughout the year and include:
- Saturday programs
- PA Day workshops
- March Break camps
- Summer camps
Visit the website for complete details
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Provides a range of culturally appropriate services to various client groups to allow them to make positive changes in their lives
Community Services
Volunteer Opportunities
Community Services
- confidential, culturally appropriate support line, see separate listing
- seasonal tax clinic
- tutoring program
- social programs
- summer camp
- youth counselling
- business mentorship - for youth 16-24 who aspired to manage their own business
- advocacy for issues with school
- support for substance abuse issues
- individual counselling, support groups
- for Violence Against Women (VAW) services including court accompaniment, see separate listing
- individual counselling, anger management
- monthly speaker forum
- family counselling
- support groups, parenting skill support
Volunteer Opportunities
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Primary health care and health promotion services
Services
- primary health care; foot care and chiropody; physiotherapy
- prenatal education and care including midwifery
- dental clinic for government funded dental programs for children, youth and seniors
- health promotion and wellness workshops
- counselling for registered clients on mental health conditions, relationship issues, substance use, depression, grief and trauma and other challenges
- sexual health testing, counselling and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- diabetes education
- seniors services including wellness workshops, gentle exercise and social interaction
- youth camp for children and youth 8-16 years
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Programs are offered to children ages 4-14 in various areas of interest, including: arts, adventure, sports, science, and resume-boosting leadership programs for youth
Visit the Recreation and Culture Registration and Booking system to browse the variety of camps and workshops including:
- Babysitter Training (ages 11-14)
- P.A. Day Art Camp Junior (ages 6-8), Senior (ages 9-12)
- Home alone and Personal Safety courses
- before and after-care is available for select programs only
Drop-in activities must also be pre-booked and paid for online, additional recreational swims and skates may be offered
- visit Drop-in Programs for more information
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Early-ON
- caregiver and child drop-in
- parenting workshops and courses
- school readiness
- educational workshops for newcomer women
- youth drop-in program
- sports and recreation activities
- home work club
- recreational and physical activities
- creative arts
- March break and summer camp
- snacks
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Emergency material assistance
- food assistance
- information and referrals
- moms and tots program
- seniors group
- Christmas assistance program
- residential summer camp for children
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Girls' and Family Programs, Camp Tapawingo
1-888-843-9922 ; 1-888-THE-YWCAOffice: 416-652-9374
Visit Website
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Residential summer camp for girls 6-15 years
- leadership training for girls 16 years and older
- family camp
- outdoor education and team building for women, families and community groups
- located on Georgian Bay, 2 1/2 hours from Toronto
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Programs are offered to children ages 4-14 in various areas of interest, including: arts, adventure, sports, science, and resume-boosting leadership programs for youth
Visit the Recreation and Culture Registration and Booking system to browse the variety of camps and workshops including:
- Babysitter Training (ages 11-14)
- P.A. Day Art Camp Junior (ages 6-8), Senior (ages 9-12)
- Home alone and Personal Safety courses
- before and after-care is available for select programs only
Drop-in activities must also be pre-booked and paid for online, additional recreational swims and skates may be offered
- visit Drop-in Programs for more information
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Community drop-in for children and youth, including homework and tutoring clubs, youth violence prevention, leadership and capacity building, employment and catering careers programs, mental health awareness, arts and sports programs, and volunteer opportunities
Meals for youth and their families, by appointment; visit website for online registration
Some virtual programming available, contact for details
Meals for youth and their families, by appointment; visit website for online registration
Some virtual programming available, contact for details
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Offers youth programs which promote social interaction and opportunities for growth, teach new skills while building self confidence and creating a feeling of community
- free internet and technology use
- encouragement through mentorship/friendship
- drop-in program
- homework support
- sports and games
- after school drop-in program for junior students
- leadership opportunities for high school students
- summer day camp in July and August
- summer programs
- girls specific programing
- youth community meals
- spiritual engagement program
- Highschool basketball
See website for all program updates
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Art camps and classes are taught in English and French by professional artists and arts educators in lakeside studios at Gairloch Gardens
Camps and classes take place throughout the year and include:
- Saturday programs
- PA Day workshops
- March Break camps
- Summer camps
Visit the website for complete details
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Helps local churches and organizations connect with local subsidized housing communities for the purposes of poverty relief and community investment
Food Bank
- weekly food distribution
- food supplied by Food for Life
- fresh food and canned goods are distributed
More than a Meal
- prepared dinners delivered to homeless, elderly shut ins and in special circumstances
Community barbecues and dinners
- coordinates on site summer barbecues and community dinners at subsidized housing sites
- gives the participants opportunities to get to know each other, moving them from loneliness to engagement
Camp Dakota
- an outreach program that serves children and youth who live in subsidized, low income housing communities
- a summer day camp program run in Halton Region and 5 sites in Toronto
- activities include basketball, field hockey, wide games - capture the flag & prisoners base, track and field, soccer, frisbee, hip hop dance, crafts and story time
- all programs are provided at no cost to the camper or the family
- see website for more information
Healing Wheelz
- the bike doctor (Phil Carver) makes house calls and does on site bike clinics to do bike repairs so no kid is without a bike
- if it can't be repaired on site, he'll take it to the shop
- for those who want to learn how, he will provide training to become a bike doctor
Father's House Cafe
- held every Mon evening from 5 pm-9 pm from Sept to June
- a coffee house format, where the atmosphere is warm and inviting, refreshments are served, personal stories and experiences are shared, encouragement is given, prayer is available and the unconditional love of God dispensed
Life Happens
- program helps neighbours living in poverty, connect to community resources through advocacy and referral
Winter outerwear distribution
Christmas toy distribution
Annual fundraiser in May
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- coaching expertise that will benefit new paddlers to those seeking world-class racing opportunities
- outrigger canoe, surf ski, SUP, river kayak
- regatta schedule is established each season which includes local, regional, and international competition opportunities for members
- PaddleAll program for those with disabilities in conjunction with Canoe Kayak Canada
Programs:
- Learn to SUP (Stand up Paddle)
- Seniors/Kupuna Daytime Paddling
- river/ sea kayak
- eight large outrigger crew boats (6 man) and many small boats (2 man and singles) available
- summer camps, mornings only, month of July
Related links:
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Primary health care and health promotion services
Services
Services
- primary health care; foot care and chiropody; physiotherapy
- prenatal education and care including midwifery
- health promotion and wellness workshops
- counselling for registered clients on mental health conditions, relationship issues, substance use, depression, grief and trauma and other challenges
- sexual health testing, counselling and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- diabetes education
- seniors services including wellness workshops, gentle exercise and social interaction
- youth camp for children and youth 8-16 years
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