Below is a list of all of the organizations that Focus on Youth partners with in the EAST end of the city. Click any of the names below to get more information about that particular camp, program, or organization. Each link leads to an organization profile. If link is inactive, a write-up for the program/organization has yet... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre
Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre was established in 1972. Eastview is committed to improving the lives of those residing within the area bounded by Greenwood, Broadview, Danforth, and Queen Streets. They mobilize resources to provide a community that is united and safe. Camper helping a fellow camper climb up Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre specifically has a... Continue Reading →
Programs: Central
Below is a list of all of the organizations that Focus on Youth partners with in the CENTRAL end of the city. Click any of the names below to get more information about that particular camp, program, or organization. Each link leads to an organization profile. If link is inactive, a write-up for the program/organization has yet... Continue Reading →
Programs: West
Below is a list of all of the organizations that Focus on Youth partners with in the WEST end of the city. Click any of the names below to get more information about that particular camp, program, or organization. Each link leads to an organization profile. If link is inactive, a write-up for the program/organization has yet... Continue Reading →
Profile: Footsteps to Success: Father Henry Carr
Footsteps to Success is one of the three camps founded by Andre Fullerton. It was created to allow youth to become involved, and to help urban communities grow. This camp provides youth with the opportunity to grow and develop teamwork, creativity, cultural awareness, and leadership skills. Footsteps to Success focuses on building the community by investing... Continue Reading →
Profile: Seeds of Hope (St. Jane Frances)
Youth Unlimited is a faith-based organization that believes in the unlimited potential of the youth. It has been imparting God's love, truth and hope for all young people regardless of age, race, gender or faith for more than 70 years. Seeds of Hope summer day camp is a Christian based camp as their goal is... Continue Reading →
Profile: Our Brother And Sister’s Keeper Youth Organization
My Brother and Sister’s Keeper Youth Organization is a drill based organization that teaches youths different drills such as basketball, volleyball, and many other drills The summer camp is for boys and girls between the ages of 4-12. Athletes are instructed by university/college level players, coaches, Focus On Youth Staffs as well as a coach... Continue Reading →
About The Program
The “Focus on Youth” program is a partnership between the Ontario Government, school boards, and local community agencies, providing summer programs for students in recognized high needs urban neighbourhoods, as well as employment opportunities and leadership training for youth. Focus on Youth supports the use of TCDSB school space and the employment of TCDSB students by... Continue Reading →
Profile: Custodial Positions
The Assistant Custodial position began along with Focus On Youth itself. 40 positions were created to help TCDSB custodians with their heavy workloads during the summer. An assistant custodian's responsibilities are the light work of TCDSB custodians. As one of the custodians said, "They give us an extra pair of hands that... Continue Reading →
Special Event: Celebration of Success 2013
Celebration of Success 2013 After a long six weeks, Focus on Youth’s 2013 summer program came to an end. To mark the occasion, staff and counselors were invited to a special Celebration of Success at the University of Toronto's Hart House. Stefan Brum and Christina Martin served as the evening's MCs, keeping things light. The... Continue Reading →