Oshawa, ON, L1H 3Z7
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Enforcement and By-Law Services - Information on Oshawa By-laws, public property offences, such as snow removal, excessive loud music and parking infractions
Animal Services - Information on licensing your pet, lost and found pets as well as wildlife in the city
Property taxes and Assessments - Information on residential taxes and billing costs
Building inspection/permits - Provides inspections to ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code (OBC) and relevant Oshawa City By-Laws
Planning and Zoning - Information on zoning by-laws in Oshawa
Waste management - Information on acceptable green bin, recycling and garbage items, recycling centres and collection schedule
Snow Removal Assistance - Program to help senior citizens and people with disabilities with snow removal
Oshawa Youth Council - Youth advisory committee regarding recreation and leisure
Open Parks - Directory and information public parks and spaces in Oshawa
Recreation Programs - Registration/membership information for recreation programs in Oshawa
Courtice, ON, L1E 2P1
After school youth drop-in centre
- billiards, ping pong
- video games
- computers, free Wi-Fi
- board games
- monthly activities
Whitby, ON, L1N 1M7
Activities for youth including
- computers
- pool table
- TVs
- variety of video games (PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch)
- monthly calendar of events
- theme nights
- activities and workshops
Whitby, ON, L1R 3M3
- computers
- pool table
- TVs
- variety of video games (PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch)
- monthly calendar of events
- theme nights
- activities and workshops
Whitby, ON, L1M 1B3
- computers
- pool table
- TVs
- variety of video games (PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch)
- monthly calendar of events
- theme nights
- activities and workshops
Bowmanville, ON, L1C 1T5
After school youth drop-in centre
- sports
- computers with internet/video games
- movie nights
- workshops
- community events/field trips
- summer programming
- volunteer opportunities for High School Community Service hours
Newcastle, ON, L1B 1G8
After school youth drop-in centre
- gym nights, ping pong
- video games
- computers, free Wi-Fi
- board games
- monthly activities
Toronto, ON, M1B 5E2
Middle Years Centre (4-12 years)
- after school programs
- PA Day program, winter, March break and summer camp
- homework support
- recreation
- personal health, nutrition and wellness programs
Youth Centre (10-25 years) -- leadership and self confidence programs including Choices, LEAD Malvern, Malvern Youth Advocacy and Action Program, and Leaders in Training
- youth drop in
- sports and recreation
- youth support counselling
- youth outreach worker
- volunteer opportunities
Some programs offered at 1321 Neilson Rd and 110 Empringham Dr Unit 214 -- call for details
ON, M1K 2S3
- MSYL: Youth-led council planning and facilitating all programs, initiatives and events
- GLTR: Female-identifying youth support group
- Deep Talks: Male-identifying youth support group
- CHEF: Health and nutrition focused cooking classes
- Neighbourhood Games: Youth-led recreational games and activities
- HARTS (Healthy Arts): Arts and crafts program for children ages 6-10. Children learn how to express themselves through the therapeutic benefits of art.
- LYFT (Limitless Youth Fitness Training): Free youth group fitness classes for youth ages 13 -18. Program is led by certified personal trainer.
- Youth Drop In: Weekly program that provides a safe space for youth ages 13 - 18 to interact with staff and their peers in positive and meaningful ways. Youth pick from an array of activities such as: documentaries, movies, board games, cards and group discussions
Toronto, ON, M1E 1X2
Support and advocacy in the areas of housing, education and employment for all youth using traditional Indigenous healing techniques
Supportive services
- youth in transition
- youth outreach
- youth justice
- Aboriginal Youth Employment Skills Building Program
- GED program
- access to Native Learning Centres
Drop-in services
- meals and snacks and food support including a community kitchen
- crisis and anger management
- life and social skills development
- housing support and advocacy
- employment support including resume writing
- financial literacy
- cultural activities, ceremonies and learning
- recreational activities
Uxbridge, ON, L9P 1K4
Drop in youth centre with programming
- facilities, programs and staff to ensure a safe place for youth
- a place to meet, be active
- special programs, concerts, workshops
- works with families, schools, community partners and the Township of Uxbridge
Toronto, ON, M1H 3E3
In partnership with Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation
Toronto, ON, M1H 3E3
Mental health and substance use support for youth
- walk-in counselling
- nurse practitioner
- peer support group
- youth drop-in
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills groups
- newcomer support
- 2SLGBTQ+ support
- employment, housing and education support
Contact for information on in-person, telephone and virtual services; services provided by community partner agencies
Toronto, ON, M1H 2X1
CanTYD Drop-in Centre
Informal counselling, access to computers and internet, resume building, and information and referral on issues of concern to youth such as housing, employment, health and mental health supports
Medai Konal
Dramatic arts program promoting creativity and skills development
Project Empowerment
For youth involved in the criminal justice system or in anti-social activities, includes one-on-one mentoring and volunteer program suitable for Community Service Orders
Project THAMIL (Tamils Helping and Motivating to Inspire Leadership)
Mentoring, peer networking and outreach, outreach workshops in schools and drop-in centres, Youth Forum workshops and guest speakers, and parent network
Selvy's Circle
Drop-in for young women 14-18 years, held in various high schools, includes leadership development activities and events
Selvan's Circle
Drop-in for young men 14-18 years, held in various high schools, includes leadership development activities and events
Markham, ON, L3P 1B9
- recreational activities
- computer lab
- audio/visual studio
- full kitchen
- job board
- room rentals
- one-on-one supportive counselling on site or by phone
- conversation circle
- conversation group for beginner French
- homework club tutoring grades 9-12
- reading and writing clubs
- high school student English writing workshops
- job search workshops
- resume and cover letter writing
- university and college preparation
- Healthy Living and Physical Fitness including emergency first aid and CPR training
- March break and summer camps
- iCAN Committee represents youth voices within IYC to plan events, volunteer opportunities
Toronto, ON, M1M 1P2
Parenting and child care programs
EarlyON for families and children from birth to 6 years
- information and workshops on parenting and child development
- telephone parenting support
- referrals to community resources
Teen Mothers' Program for young women 14-22 years including
- peer support group
- workshops on parenting, budgeting, nutrition
- counselling
- career guidance
- drop-in centre for girls and gender diverse youth 9-18 years
- life skills, self-esteem building workshops
- discussion groups
- Girls' Council leadership program
- March break and summer camp
Snacks and TTC fare provided to participants of some programs
Markham, ON, L3R 9S6
- drop-in and group services have resumed
- appointment preferred
- masking is not mandatory but suggested for all visitors
- people who have symptoms of illness are urged to wear masks or access services online
Family Services
- intimate partner violence crisis management
- transitional housing support program
- individual and family counselling; mutual support groups
- ​family life education; parent and child drop-in
- women's gathering; recreational activities
Neighbourhood Support Services​
- supportive counselling; information and referral
- form filling including welfare and social housing applications
- support network
- interpretation; newcomer orientation
Older Adult Services
- senior drop in
- educational workshops; interest groups
- basic technology training
- volunteering
Youth Programs
- youth employment
- life skills and leadership training
- recreational activities
Community Development
- networking and partnership
- volunteer recruitment and training
- social justice and equity advocacy
- community outreach; community safety collaboration
- cultural and festival celebrations
Toronto, ON, M1L 4S8
Youth Wellness Centre - one-stop, multiservice, youth-friendly space where young people can have fun, meet new people and access key services they need when they need them
- skills and wellbeing workshops
- sports and recreational programs
- employment support
- academic support/educational programs
- housing navigation and workshops
- Rites of Passage Process (youth of Afrikan descent)
- newcomer youth services
- financial literacy training/counselling
- mental health supports
Markham, ON, L3R 3K8
Youth leadership training, after-school program, and recreation and events programming; Christian perspective
Youth leadership training camp
Focus on leadership, communication skills, community engagement, citizenship and team building, and volunteering
SHARP
After-school program for high school students, including experiential learning, workshops and training, and mentorship
Tic-Tac-Toronto (TTT)
Youth community engagement through outreach in Toronto, including city exploration activities
Refeel
Youth participate in creative workshops in various media forms
Toronto, ON, M1L 1N9
EarlyON
- drop-in for parents/caregivers and children 0-6 years
- age appropriate activities
- school readiness
- workshops and courses for parents/caregivers
- community resources and information
After school program
- for children 6-12 years September to June
- homework assistance
- sports and recreational activities
Youth program
Free drop-in programs and activities for youth 12-18 years
March Break and Summer Camps
- for children 6-7 years
- sports and recreational activities, arts and crafts, field trips
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Toronto, ON, M2J 4R3
Services and programs for children and youth include
- leadership programs
- after school programs
- Holiday Sharing program
- Moorelands Camp
- overnight camp
Toronto, ON, M1N 1Z9
- meals include vegan and vegetarian options
- guest speakers, workshops, recreational activities
- transportation fare available
Toronto, ON, M1L 3E7
- after school drop in and school break programs at 9 locations
- summer day program for children 4-12 years
- homework clubs
- computer clubs
- leadership training
- literacy
Markham, ON, L3R 8C1
Multiservice agency, includes child and youth supports and residential programs; for emergency and transitional housing, counselling, drop-ins and employment services, see separate listings
Aftercare and Transitional Support
Assists youth transitioning out of the care of the Children's Aid Society
iGRAD
Students work with a teacher's support to complete online high school credit courses; classroom open weekdays 9:30 am-3:30 pm
Leadership Engagement Gang Intervention Team (LEGIT)
Outreach to youth 12-20 years involved in gangs, at-risk of gang involvement and/or with history of involvement with criminal justice system
Provincial Youth Outreach Workers
Workers assist youth 13-24 years to access services and supports
Queer Agenda
Peer led initiative for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, includes education, resources, and gender affirming support, peer support and social groups; available in shelters and community settings
SHINE Residential Youth Homes
Voluntary program offers combination of housing and support for youth facing housing crisis, primarily for youth 16-19 years; capacity 13
YOUTHrive
Recreation and mentorship program for the residents of selected housing co-operatives in York Region
Toronto, ON, M4A 1H2
Counselling and case management, support groups and one-to-one mentoring, including programs for young parents 14-25 years
- leadership training and workshops
- employment readiness, job-skills training, employment placement and entrepreneurship
- neighbourhood, school and street outreach
- recreation for children and youth
- programs held at various locations
- volunteer opportunities
- Christian perspective, non-denominational
Light Patrol, lightpatrol.ca
Outreach programs including Homeless Youth Outreach, Health Light Street Health Unit, and youth transitional support
Rahab Ministry, RahabMinistry.ca 647-992-8029
For women in the sex trade, and victims of human trafficking, includes WrapAround care, volunteer opportunities, speakers
- crisis management
- individual and family counselling
- support groups
- immigration information and referrals
- ESL tutoring
- outreach and support
