Located in Etobicoke, Toronto Community Housing - Mabelle is run by Toronto Community Housing, the largest social housing provider in the country. Toronto Community Housing offers an array of services and programs for people of all ages throughout the GTA. One of these initiatives is being seen through their Mabelle placement. Running from 9am-4pm, TCH... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Malvern Family Resource Centre
The Malvern Family Resource Centre (MFRC) is a dedicated community hub for the citizens of the Scarborough, and specifically Malvern, area. With a variety of programs and initiatives aimed at supporting their community, the MFRC elevates the voices of Malvern and Scarborough community members. The centre focuses greatly on its impact on youth and children,... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Toronto Community Housing – Trethewey
Toronto Community Housing , also known as TCH, is the largest social housing provider in Canada. The City of Toronto owns the non-profit as a public asset. TCH offers hundreds of services and programs for youth, adults, and families alike across the GTA. One of the Toronto Community Housing camp sites is located at 720... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: St Albert’s Custodial
Focus on Youth provides ample opportunities for students to work in a variety of spaces. At St. Albert’s, the program has allowed two students to venture into the workplace of a custodian, allowing them to build skills that are necessary for them in life. Although their days consist mainly of cleaning, custodians uphold the quality... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: SJPII Administration
Focus on Youth not only supports students in exploring new opportunities, but also reaches a variety of schools through providing them with energetic, helpful, and eager individuals who assist them with their summer needs. At St. John Paul II Catholic Secondary School, where a summer transitional program takes place from July to August, a diligent... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: St. Simon Custodial
Along with operating and working with many different organizations across the Greater Toronto Area, Focus on Youth also has camp placements where students are dispersed in different schools and to help the janitorial staff. This creates great opportunities for students to learn the value of hard work. The students can help out the custodial staff... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: St. Basils Custodial
Focus on Youth organizes and supports various camps across the Greater Toronto Area while also placing students in schools to assist custodial staff. This initiative offers students meaningful opportunities to develop a strong work ethic. At the same time, it benefits the custodial team by providing extra help with hard-to-reach areas and improving overall efficiency... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: JCM Custodial
Focus On Youth often collaborates with various external organizations to not only provide extra support to staff but also offer Focus On Youth workers unique experiences that can't be found elsewhere. These opportunities allow students to learn and develop important lifelong skills, such as time management, determination, focus, independence, and leadership A prime example of... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: San Romanoway Revitalization Association
San Romanoway’s Summer Day Camp is run by the San Romanoway Revitalization Association (SRRA). It's located in the heart of the Jane-Finch community. The camp is open to kids ages 5 to 12, with a variety of fun and engaging activities that make the camp a fun experience. The program is led by caring staff... Continue Reading →
PROFILE: Youth Unlimited – Seeds of Hope
Seeds of Hope summer day camp is part of Youth Unlimited’s outreach in the Jane-Finch area of Toronto. It offers a safe and positive space where campers can take part in faith-based lessons, build friendships with kids of the community, and participate in indoor and outdoor activities. The camp is run by supportive staff, including... Continue Reading →