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Drop-in program for youth with activities, programs and events

Youth Unlimited Catering-Food Trailer specializing in Artisan Sandwiches and Homemade Food (Private Events and Festivals)

Concessions Trailer for special events (Offering Popcorn, Snow-Cones and Cotton Candy)

A chapter member of Youth for Christ Canada, an international, non-denominational Christian ministry. The centre provides faith-centered programs for children and teens.

• Baby Boutique - provides essential items for babies and provides essential items for babies and pregnancy at no cost. Items include: Baby Clothing (newborn-2T), diapers, wipes, maternity clothing, blankets and swaddles *Furniture and other large equipment is available upon request
• Young Mom Support Group Support - group for pregnant and parenting moms up to age 25 focusing on life skills, mentoring workshops, resources and parenting support. Child minding via children's programs available during meetings
• Prenatal Classes - An 8 week program for young moms up to age 25 and their support person to learn about the pregnancy experience, starting from conception to newborn care. Some material that will be covered in this program includes: stages of pregnancy/ labour, parenting, physical and mental health, hazards during pregnancy, feeding, and after care.
• The Deck Drop-in Youth Centre - a youth centre for teens providing peer mentorship by adult volunteers.
• Children's Programs - space for babies and children to learn and explore while their moms are participating in the program.
• Girl's Only (GO) - Social and skill-building support group for girls involving activities and group discussions.
• Summer Camp - children's summer camp programs

COVID-19: Drop in hours adjusted to 6 pm-7 pm, where youth can take dinner to go.

Offer support services, programs and resources to at risk youth. Services include:

Emergency Shelter: Youth are given access to a bed, showers and meals and also programming including the Steps to Independent Living program, recreation and social activities and cooking programs. Also, offers emergency shelter to victims of human trafficking as well as crisis support and referrals.

Drop-in Centre: A place for youth to connect with peers and receive mentoring and support. Youth will have access to meals, phones and Wi-Fi, shower and laundry facilities, crisis counselling and the clothing closet and food cupboard. Youth will also have access to the Steps to Independent Living program and recreational programs.

Youth Reconnect: Connects individuals in unstable living conditions with the services they need without them having to leave their home community. Referrals can be made by anyone and a Youth Worker will contact you within 24 hours.

After School Programs: In partnership with over 15 different service providers, the RAFT operates six After School Programs for youth. Programs offer free and accessible recreation, leisure and educational opportunities.

Youth in Transition: Supports youth, ages 16-24, in their successful transition out of the child welfare system into adulthood. Workers assist help youth to develop and pursue their goals, and will support them to identify access and navigate adult service systems relevant to their specific needs.

Eternal Routes: Connects homeless youth unable to live with their parents and Crown wards aging out of foster care with relatives who would be willing to provide the youth with the support they need to transition into adulthood and avoid homelessness.

Niagara Assertive Street Outreach: Actively engages individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness to promote, connect, and coordinate access to the range of supports available across Niagara's Homeless-Serving System, including emergency shelter, housing and support services.

COVID-19: See website for program availability.

Programs are offered throughout the Niagara region, and consist of two components: School Programs and Friday Night Programs. Youth Action offers youth a safe and positive environment in which they can learn new skills, participate in a wide variety of activities and socialize with friends in a safe environment, while meeting positive role models.

School Programs
These free recreational drop in programs are offered throughout the week from 6 pm-8 pm at local school gymnasiums throughout the Niagara region. Gives youth the opportunity to participate in active games, play sports, special events and more.

Friday Night Drop-Ins
Give youth the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities including: swimming, gym games, video games, tournaments, special events, fitness, creative activities, and more. Offered at specific Health, Fitness and Aquatic Centres.

A youth recreation drop in centre offering a variety of free and fun services. Services include:

• Art Centre: Youth can draw, paint, and create masterpieces at their leisure
• Pool Table: Youth can drop in for pool or sign up for a tournament
• Lounge Areas: Multiple tables to do homework, play games or socialize
• Computer Cenre: two PCs and a MAC with programs and internet
• Media Centre: A flat screen TV, Netflix, and video games (Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and Wii)
• Ping pong table, 2 air hockey tables, retro table top game console

The centre does not provide babysitting services to parents shopping in the mall.

COVID-19: No in-person services offered until further notice. Youth are able to connect with a Youth Navigator via phone, text, email or social media (Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter), Mon-Thu 12 noon-8 pm. The following services are currently being offered: clinical services (Mental Health Counsellor, Substance Use Counsellor and Nurse Practitioner); non-clinical services (Mental Health Caseworker, Employment and Education Support (including assistance applying for CERB, EI, etc.); Wellness Activities. Connect with a Youth Navigator to register.

A one-stop-shop for youth seeking services related to mental health, substance use, primary care, education, employment, housing and other community and social services.

Services include:

Mental Health Counselling: Speak with a certified mental health counsellor about any mental health concerns.

Substance Use Counselling: A certified counsellor can help youth with reducing or eliminating substance use, setting, and achieving goals, improving relationships and learning life skills. Can also help with mental health concerns.

Peer Counselling and Support: Speak with a peer about any issues one might be experiencing related to mental health, substance use, employment, housing, or other areas of one's life.

Nurse Practitioner: Receive free health care services, referrals and/or discuss current health issues including sexual health, birth control, vaccinations, mental health etc.

Employment Help: Assistance from an employment counsellor with searching for jobs, preparing for work and/or building a resumé.

Mental Health Caseworker: Receive help with finding housing, preparing for employment/volunteering/education opportunities, filling out forms, managing money, setting, and achieving goals, developing a safety plan, accessing services in the community, etc.

Youth Navigator: Offers peer support and help with connecting to appropriate services in the hub or the community.

Wellness Activities: Presentations and/or discussion groups on various health and wellness topics. Examples of topics include harm reduction, safer sex and STI prevention, mindfulness, goal setting, etc. Indigenous cultural activities open to all youth, such as drumming, beading, ribbon skirt making, etc. Wellness drop-in activities such as fitness classes, arts and craft workshops, ping pong club, movie nights, video game nights etc.

COVID-19: No in-person services offered until further notice. Youth are able to connect with a Youth Navigator via phone, text, email or social media (Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter), Mon-Thu 12 noon-8 pm. The following services are currently being offered: clinical services (Mental Health Counsellor, Substance Use Counsellor and Nurse Practitioner); non-clinical services (Mental Health Caseworker, Employment and Education Support (including assistance applying for CERB, EI, etc.); Wellness Activities. Connect with a Youth Navigator to register.

A one-stop-shop for youth seeking services related to mental health, substance use, primary care, education, employment, housing and other community and social services.

Services include:

Mental Health Counselling: Speak with a certified mental health counsellor about any mental health concerns.

Substance Use Counselling: A certified counsellor can help youth with reducing or eliminating substance use, setting, and achieving goals, improving relationships and learning life skills. Can also help with mental health concerns.

Peer Counselling and Support: Speak with a peer about any issues one might be experiencing related to mental health, substance use, employment, housing, or other areas of one's life.

Nurse Practitioner: Receive free health care services, referrals and/or discuss current health issues including sexual health, birth control, vaccinations, mental health etc.

Employment Help: Assistance from an employment counsellor with searching for jobs, preparing for work and/or building a resumé.

Mental Health Caseworker: Receive help with finding housing, preparing for employment/volunteering/education opportunities, filling out forms, managing money, setting, and achieving goals, developing a safety plan, accessing services in the community, etc.

Youth Navigator: Offers peer support and help with connecting to appropriate services in the hub or the community.

Wellness Activities: Presentations and/or discussion groups on various health and wellness topics. Examples of topics include harm reduction, safer sex and STI prevention, mindfulness, goal setting, etc. Indigenous cultural activities open to all youth, such as drumming, beading, ribbon skirt making, etc. Wellness drop-in activities such as fitness classes, arts and craft workshops, ping pong club, movie nights, video game nights etc.

Youth Impact After-School Program: Provides free tutoring, homework assistance and access to laptops with WiFi connection to ensure all participants have access to supports needed to be successful in their education.

Youth Impact Summer Program: Provides and opportunity for children and youth to participate in Bible studies, creative journaling, arts and crafts and physical activities. A meal will be served daily.

Youth Group Night: Provides Bible teaching, life skills lessons, and fun activities such as painting, movies, karaoke, and board games.

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.

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.

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.

A Christian organization that seeks to serve the needs of youth in the community by providing them with a sense of belonging and purpose, in a safe environment; equipping them for life's journey

Services provided:

• after school program
• drop-in program
• youth group

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.

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

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

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

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

Community programs

• support groups
• employment and leadership
• mental health support

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

Social and recreation programs

• day camps, after school clubs, homework clubs, computer clubs, leadership training, literacy

Programs also offered at the following locations:

• Dundas Junior Public School 935 Dundas St E, 416-925-2243 ext 60
• St Mary Catholic School 20 Portugal Sq, 416-925-2243 ext 40
• St Paul Catholic School 80 Sackville St, 416-925-2243 ext 109

Summer, PA days and school break programs available only at Miles and Kelly Nadal Youth Centre and St Mary Catholic School

Family violence treatment and prevention

• child sexual abuse
• individual and family counselling
• programs for women in abusive relationships
• member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario
• children's mental health program
• recruitment, education and support for foster and adoptive parents
• addiction and mental health case management
• early intervention/care planning
• aftercare

Partner Assault Response (PAR)

• 12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict
• victims/partners of the offender provided with support including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender's progress

Prevention and Support Programs

• family support and development
• parenting circles
• community kitchen
• clothing bank

Youth Programs

• drop-in for youth 16-24 years
• counselling and support
• transitional housing
• substance abuse prevention
• HIV prevention
• outreach
• social, recreation and cultural activities

Educational Programs -- Aboriginal EarlyON Child and Family Centre

• local lead agency for EarlyON Child and Family Centre
• education and support for families with children birth-6 years
• summer day camp and residential camp
• GED program at Native Learning Centre (83 Alexander Street, tel. 416-393-0358) and Scarborough office -- for youth 18-20 years

see branch listings for additional information

Mobility for Good -- free phones and subsidized plans to indigenous women at risk or surviving violence, in partnership with Telus

Drop-in program * snacks and dinner * facilitated group discussions, homework help, job search help and educational services on topics such as nutrition, eating on a budget and safe food handling * meals include vegan and vegetarian options * guest speakers, workshops, recreational activities * transportation fare available