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Map RecordMAL0101African Community Services of Peel, Brampton 20 Nelson Street W, Ste 302 
Brampton, ON L6X 2M5		 905-460-9514 Provides settlement, integration, education and social services to newcomers * newcomer settlement program * monthly citizenship preparation classes 
employment support * youth development programs * seniors' support services * women's support services * volunteer opportunities * community information services * community events * inter-agency networking		 Mon-Fri 9 am-5:00 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0081Associated Youth Services of Peel 160 Traders Blvd E, Ste 100 
Mississauga, ON L4Z 3K7		 *905-890-5222 
*Intake 905-451-4655		 Associated Youth Services of Peel (AYSP) is a charitable organization which strengthens the abilities of adults, children, youth and their families who are, or are at risk of, experiencing serious social, emotional or behavioural difficulties. Staff and volunteers provide support, education, counseling or therapy in the home, at school or in the community. 
 
AYSP initially contracted with the Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services to provide a Phase I Young Offender Community Service Order (CSO) Program and a Volunteer Program in Peel. AYSP now provides programming for adults, children, youth and their families in partnership with other service providers in the areas of child welfare, children's mental health, education and justice to provide well-coordinated services to the community. 
 
Programs & services offered include: 
 
COMMUNITY-BASED OUTREACH PROGRAMS 
Working Together with Families, 0-6 Program 
Challenges: Child Management Program 
Family Connections Program 
SEED Program 
Multi-systemic Therapy (MST) Program 
Group Services 
Reaching Adolescents in Need (R.A.I.N.) 
The Adolescent Team Program 
Youth Beyond Barriers Program 
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Program 
 
SCHOOL-BASED PROGRAMS 
RISE Program 
Section 23 Classrooms 
Reaching Adolescents in Need (R.A.I.N). 
Parent Adolescent Counselling Program (PAC-P) 
 
JUSTICE PROGRAMS 
Youth Justice Committee (YJC) 
Extrajudicial Sanctions Program (EJS - formerly the Alternative Measures Program) 
Enhanced Extrajudicial Sanctions Program 
Extrajudicial Measures Program 
Community Service Order Program (CSO) 
The Attendance Centre 
Youth Mental Health Court Worker 
 
 
AYSP's Volunteer Program works to support all services offered at AYSP. A volunteer brochure is available for those interested in more detail on these services.		 *Mon-Thur 9 am-5 pm 
*Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm 
*Some evening & weekend groups available		 Add Record Add Record
 CDR0098Association of Parent Support Groups In Ontario, Inc.   *Information line 416-223-7444 
*24 hour info line 1-800-488-5666		 APSGO is a non-profit organization of parents of disruptive youth. We offer support to empower parents to deal with their situations. APSGO provides weekly supoort meetings, monthly workshops & newsletters, a yearly conference and other resources to assist parents in aquiiring the skills to help themselves and their children. Each support group is a community based resource to assist parents. APSGO parent support groups have no religious or political affiliations. *Information Line Mon-Sun 24 hours 
*24 hour referral line 1-800-488-5666  
*Support groups meet in evenings.		 Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0060Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel 71 West Dr, Unit 23 
Brampton, ON L6T 5E2		 905-457-7288 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel provides mentoring programs to help promote the healthy development of children and youth (6-17yrs) in Peel Region. 
Programs offered for children include:  
* One-to-One Mentoring - matches a child 6 - 17 years of age (Little Brother/Little Sister) with a caring adult (Big Brother/Big Sister) over the age of 18. Matches are encouraged to plan fun and low cost activities 2 - 4 times per month for 1 year. Monthly agency sponsored recreational activities are provided. Unique opportunities to mentor a child together as a couple or as a female volunteer matched with a young boy are also available in our Couples for Kids Program and Big & Little Buddy Program. 
 
* Group Mentoring - Five volunteers mentor ten children one weeknight from Sept-June in local schools throughout the Region. Outing costs are covered by the agency. Activities include floor hockey and sports, community tours, swimming and more. 
 
* Big Bunch - A program designed for children on the waiting list. Activities are planned by the agency and volunteers sign up to bring children to at least one outing per month. 
 
* In-School Mentoring offered in partnership with the Peel District School Board and the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board this program matches elementary girls and boys with a caring adult mentor. Matches meet for one hour during school hours and on school property to share in fun activities. 
 
* Teen Mentoring - This school based program matches elementary students with caring youth mentors ages 15 and up from a nearby participating secondary school. Matches meet at the same time each week in a supervised group setting. 
 
* Go Girls! Healthy Bodies, Healthy Minds - A school based mentoring program for girls in Grades 7 and 8. The program curriculum promotes active living, healthy eating and positive self esteem. Female mentors ages 18 - 25 years are trained to lead the fun and interactive sessions over 7 weeks. 
 
*Game On! Eat Smart, Play Smart, Live Smart - A seven week school based mentoring program for boys ages 11 - 14. Explore pressing issues facing boys and young men through physical activity, healthy eating, self-esteem and communication skills. Male mentors are fully trained to lead sessions in participating schools. 
 
* Conversation Club provides new Canadian youth (12 - 18) with opportunities to integrate into Canadian society, to practice English conversation skills and receive homework help from youth mentors (16 - 24). Offered in partnership with the Centre for Education and Training and funded by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. 
 
VOLUNTEER MENTOR ROLE Volunteers for most programs must commit to a minimum of one year or one school based year with the exception of Go Girls!, Game On! and Conversation Club.		 Flexible depending on program Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0103Bob Rumball Centre for the Deaf BRCD 
2395 Bayview Ave 
North York, ON M2L 1A2		 416-449-9651 Offers the following services: 
 
BOB RUMBALL CENTRE FOR THE DEAF (BCRD) 
416-449-9651 * TTY 416-449-2728 * fax 416-449-8881 
The centre operates a wide variety of programs, some residential and some day programs. Also operates residential housing off-site in several areas around Toronto. 
 
On site services include: 
Supportive housing apartments for Deaf and Deaf-blind seniors; day program; literacy programs for Deaf adults; preschool for Deaf children; support program for parents with newly diagnosed infants; Early Years Centre for the local community (including deaf parents and children); and residential and day programs for Deaf adults with complex needs. 
 
Also offers American Sign Language (ASL) classes to the general public of all ages. 
 
BOB RUMBALL ASSOCIATIONS FOR THE DEAF (BRAD) 
905-878-4932 * TTY 905-875-4368 * fax 905- 878-4934 
Located in the Milton/Halton Hills area. Provides a variety of care and support to deaf children and adults with a variety of needs including troubled youth, developmentally delayed and Deaf plus individuals, youth and adults with behavioral, emotional or psychiatric problems, young offenders and dually diagnosed individuals. Residential and day services. 
Also offers American Sign Language classes to residents of Halton and surrounding areas. 
 
RUMBALL (ONTARIO) CAMP OF THE DEAF (OCD) 
705-378-2898 * TTY 705-378-0512 * fax 705-378-0380 
Interdenominational Christian camp located south of Parry Sound, offering worship programs, spiritual services, counselling and Bible camp. 
 
BOB RUMBALL HOME FOR THE DEAF 
Located in Barrie, this 64 bed long-term care home is specially designed for the care of deaf or deaf-blind residents. 
Contact Shirley Cassel 705-719-6700 
To apply contact your local community care access centre (CCAC) 
 
THE MANOR 
A rental facility for meetings and small gatherings. All proceeds from the rental of this meeting facility go towards the Ontario Mission for the Deaf (OCD). 
416-447-2378 * TTY 416-445-5959 * fax 416-447-7465 * email: joannebursa@bobrumball.org		 Office Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordMAL0125Brampton Multicultural Community Centre, BMC Brampton Civic Centre 
150 Central Park Dr, Ste 107 
Brampton, ON L6T 2T9		 905-790-8482 Neighbourhood multi-service agency * provides services to the most vulnerable individuals and families through drop-in or phone service 
 
Services include (but are not limited to) - settlement & integration programs * information & orientation sessions * referral to appropriate services * educational workshops * skills development * employment related services * assisting people with Ontario Works * counselling and support counselling * translation and interpretation * support for seniors 
 
Services are provided at Three locations 
150 Central Park Dr, Ste 107, Brampton 
3190 Ridgeway Dr, Unit 35, Mississauga 
197 County Court Boulevard, Unit 303 Brampton 
 
Immigrant Settlement & Adaptation Program * (ISAP) 
For new immigrants within their first year of arrival * assists these immigrants to settle effectively in Canada * offers orientation and information sessions * interpretation & translations * employment related support * initial needs assessment * referrals to appropriate services * solution-focused counseling * service bridging * offered in both official languages * focus is on immigrants speaking African * Yoruba * Arabic * Tamil * Persian * Spanish * Hindi * Gujarati * Urdu * Punjabi * and other languages from South Asian Countries 
 
Newcomers Settlement Program * (NSP) 
Supports the early and effective settlement of newcomers to Ontario * priority is to support newcomers who have been in Canada for less than five years includes permanent residents * Canadian citizens * refugees * refugee claimants * non-immigrants foreign domestic workers in Canada who may subsequently apply for permanent resident status under Live-in Care Giver Program * offers information & orientation * interpretation and translation * supportive counselling * referral and access to services * employment related support * program focuses on but is not limited to Urdu * Arabic * Punjabi  
 
Community Social Support Program * (CSSS) Immigrants' Support Beyond 5-Years 
Serves men * women * youth * and families from diverse population in Brampton and surrounding areas * primarily a drop in program for clients to receive support in their settlement process * offers supportive counseling * information and referrals for immigrants (who are in Canada 5yrs and beyond) and for the non-conventional refugees or people with no status * group does not qualify under any other program or services * information sessions and workshops for * adult * seniors * and youth * parenting * health * life skills development 
 
Access Centre Of Training And Technology * (ACT) 
Serves individuals looking to improve or develop their computer skills * affordable instructor led training program * available to all volunteers and individuals who cannot afford to pay even the nominal cost * MS Office * Excel * Word * Power Point * Internet * Outlook * Basic Accounting * ACCPAC * basic key boarding * program is not only financially self-reliant but supports the administrative needs of BMC and complements the other programs and services 
 
Volunteer Management * (VMP) 
Serves individuals * newcomers and the community at large to develop or enhance their skills through volunteer work; allowing them to gain 'Canadian Experience' and increase their community participation also benefits individuals in developing their leadership skills and becoming role models for the community 
 
Multicultural Settlement And Education Partnership * (MSEP)  
Partnership with the Peel District School Board * Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board * Citizenship and Immigration Canada * settlement service program * helps newcomer families adapt and integrate into the Canadian education system * culture * and society provided to the families from the base of their schools (only offered in Brampton) 
 
Job Search Workshop * (JSW) 
Helps immigrants and newcomers in their job search efforts * resume writing techniques * job search techniques * interviewing skills * students use skills through hands-on work * role-playing * interactive discussions * job coaching * mentoring * career assessment, * supportive counselling * connection to employers, * and three months follow up 
 
Employment Support *  
Resume writing * role play * interview skills * job fairs * labour market information * job placements * job board 
 
Government Forms available * Citizenship * Permanent Resident (PR) * Social Insurance Number (SIN) * Canada Pension Plan (CPP) * Old Age Supplement (OAS) * sponsorship * Canadian passport * Affordable Housing * Ontario Health Insurance (OHIP) card 
 
Organizations operating within Centre include * Muslim Community Services (MCS * offering LINC classes * Violence Against Women program (VAW)) * and support to children who witness abuse Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) * Settlement Services for newcomers in partnership with Brampton Library * Information & Referral * Group Sessions * services provided from two library branches: * Chincagousy * South Fletcher during library hours		 Brampton Mon-Fri 9 am-5:00 pm *
Mississauga Mon-Fri 9 am-5:00 pm		 Add Record Add Record
Map RecordMAL0182Brampton Multicultural Community Centre, Mississauga 4120 Ridgeway Drive, Unit 43 
Mississauga, ON L5L 5S9		 Mississauga West 905-828-1328 Neighbourhood multi-service agency * provides services to the most vulnerable individuals and families through drop-in or phone service 
 
Services include (but are not limited to) - settlement & integration programs * information & orientation sessions * referral to appropriate services * educational workshops * skills development * employment related services * assisting people with Ontario Works * counselling and support counselling * translation and interpretation * support for seniors 
 
Services are provided at Three locations 
150 Central Park Dr, Ste 107, Brampton 
3190 Ridgeway Dr, Unit 35, Mississauga 
197 County Court Boulevard, Unit 303 Brampton 
 
Immigrant Settlement & Adaptation Program * (ISAP) 
For new immigrants within their first year of arrival * assists these immigrants to settle effectively in Canada * offers orientation and information sessions * interpretation & translations * employment related support * initial needs assessment * referrals to appropriate services * solution-focused counseling * service bridging * offered in both official languages * focus is on immigrants speaking African * Yoruba * Arabic * Tamil * Persian * Spanish * Hindi * Gujarati * Urdu * Punjabi * and other languages from South Asian Countries 
 
Newcomers Settlement Program * (NSP) 
Supports the early and effective settlement of newcomers to Ontario * priority is to support newcomers who have been in Canada for less than five years includes permanent residents * Canadian citizens * refugees * refugee claimants * non-immigrants foreign domestic workers in Canada who may subsequently apply for permanent resident status under Live-in Care Giver Program * offers information & orientation * interpretation and translation * supportive counselling * referral and access to services * employment related support * program focuses on but is not limited to Urdu * Arabic * Punjabi  
 
Community Social Support Program * (CSSS) Immigrants' Support Beyond 5-Years 
Serves men * women * youth * and families from diverse population in Brampton and surrounding areas * primarily a drop in program for clients to receive support in their settlement process * offers supportive counseling * information and referrals for immigrants (who are in Canada 5yrs and beyond) and for the non-conventional refugees or people with no status * group does not qualify under any other program or services * information sessions and workshops for * adult * seniors * and youth * parenting * health * life skills development 
 
Access Centre Of Training And Technology * (ACT) 
Serves individuals looking to improve or develop their computer skills * affordable instructor led training program * available to all volunteers and individuals who cannot afford to pay even the nominal cost * MS Office * Excel * Word * Power Point * Internet * Outlook * Basic Accounting * ACCPAC * basic key boarding * program is not only financially self-reliant but supports the administrative needs of BMC and complements the other programs and services 
 
Volunteer Management * (VMP) 
Serves individuals * newcomers and the community at large to develop or enhance their skills through volunteer work; allowing them to gain 'Canadian Experience' and increase their community participation also benefits individuals in developing their leadership skills and becoming role models for the community 
 
Multicultural Settlement And Education Partnership * (MSEP)  
Partnership with the Peel District School Board * Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board * Citizenship and Immigration Canada * settlement service program * helps newcomer families adapt and integrate into the Canadian education system * culture * and society provided to the families from the base of their schools (only offered in Brampton) 
 
Job Search Workshop * (JSW) 
Helps immigrants and newcomers in their job search efforts * resume writing techniques * job search techniques * interviewing skills * students use skills through hands-on work * role-playing * interactive discussions * job coaching * mentoring * career assessment, * supportive counselling * connection to employers, * and three months follow up 
 
Employment Support *  
Resume writing * role play * interview skills * job fairs * labour market information * job placements * job board 
 
Government Forms available * Citizenship * Permanent Resident (PR) * Social Insurance Number (SIN) * Canada Pension Plan (CPP) * Old Age Supplement (OAS) * sponsorship * Canadian passport * Affordable Housing * Ontario Health Insurance (OHIP) card 
 
Organizations operating within Centre include * Muslim Community Services (MCS * offering LINC classes * Violence Against Women program (VAW)) * and support to children who witness abuse Library Settlement Partnerships (LSP) * Settlement Services for newcomers in partnership with Brampton Library * Information & Referral * Group Sessions * services provided from two library branches: * Chincagousy * South Fletcher during library hours		 Mississauga Mon-Fri 9 am-5:00 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0110Canada World Youth, Toronto Office 317 Adelaide St W, Ste 404 
Toronto, ON M5V 1P9		 416-596-9702 Canada World Youth designs and delivers international educational programs for youth (17-29yrs) with a focus on volunteer work and community development in a cross-cultural setting. 
 
YOUTH IN ACTION 
Since 1971, more than 22,000 youth have participated in Canada World Youth programs. As a team, youth live and work in communities in Canada and overseas, learning about local and international development and gaining essential job skills for the future.  
 
CANADA AND THE WORLD 
Working in partnership with local organizations, the majority of Canada World Youth programs have a phase in Canada and a phase in one of more than 30 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Central and Eastern Europe. 
 
HANDS ON LEARNING 
Canada World Youth is about learning by doing. Its non-formal educational model involves core elements such as the team approach, the counterpart relationship, host families and communities, and partner organizations. 
 
More than 30 years of experience: Canada World Youth was founded by retired senator Jacques Hébert with the mission of increasing young people's ability to participate actively in the development of just, harmonious and sustainable societies.		 Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0164Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Child, Youth and Family Program Intergenerational Wellness Centre 
80 Workman Way 
Toronto, ON M6J 1H4		 *416-535-8501 ext 4366 (Central Intake Number) 
 
To make a referral or for more information regarding the following services, please call: 
 
*416-535-8501, ext. 34040 (Gender Identity) 
*416-535-8501, ext 1730 (Youth Addiction Services) 
*416-535-8501, ext. 36767 (SAPACCY) 
*416-535-8501, ext. 34352 (Adolescent Service) 
*416-535-8501, ext. 33642 (ABATE project)		 Adolescent Service: provide court-ordered assessments for youth aged 12 to 18 involved with the legal system. We offer recommendations to the courts, families and agencies, and help set up treatment referrals to community agencies. Judges, lawyers and probation services in the court system refer youth under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Contact 416-535-8501, ext. 34952 for more information. 
 
Better Behaviours Service: for children and youth ages 5 - 17 with significant behaviour issues such as fighting, breaking rules, having difficulties in friendships, falling behind academically or having problems negotiating adult expectations. Problems are serious enough to be noticed at home, at school, with peers or in the community. The following list are programs offered through the service: The Incredible Years Parenting Program is a parent training group for parents with children ages 6 to 12 who display non-compliant, disruptive and aggressive behaviour. The Dinosaur Social Skills Program is a social skills training group for children, ages 6 to 8, who demonstrate challenging behaviours including non-compliance to adult requests, disruptive/aggressive behavior and social behavior difficulties. The CATCH Classroom is a day treatment classroom, for children, ages 6 to 8 with clinically significant emotional, behavioural and learning complexities across settings. The CATCH Classroom is a partnership with the Toronto District School Board (TDSB). Referrals to the above programs are parent referral. The Addressing Behaviour and Treatment Effectiveness Project (ABATE) is a treatment study to evaluate the effectiveness of individualized child and family treatment compared to group-based parent and child treatment for children aged 9 – 12. For more information on the ABATE project, please call 416-535-8501, ext. 33642. For assessments not specific to the above listed programs a doctor referral is required. 
 
Gender Identity Service: assess, treat and help children, youth, ages 3-18, and their families better understand a young person’s struggle with gender identity development and any related behavioural or emotional problems associated. We also assess adolescents who are concerned about being sexually aroused by cross-dressing. As well, the Gender Identity Service offers consultation to other professionals (physicians, psychologists, social workers, teachers and other health care workers) locally, across Canada and in the United States. We accept referrals from any health care professional, parent or youth aged 16 and older. Contact 416-535-8501, ext. 34040 for more information. 
 
General Consultation Service: consultations for children and adolescents, up to the age of 17, who may have a variety of adjustment, emotional, behavioral, family or parenting difficulties. Referrals by physician required.  
 
Mood and Anxiety Service: assessments for children and youth ages 3 - 17 who have anxiety or mood issues. We help the child, youth and their family better understand the problem after assessment. We also recommend treatment when appropriate. Doctor referral required. 
 
Psychotic Disorders Service: Assess children under the age of 14, along with their families, who are referred with concerns involving psychotic disorders (such as schizophrenia) or symptoms of psychosis. A referral is required from your family doctor, pediatrician or psychiatrist.  
 
SAPACCY: provides support and counselling to Black youth and their families who are dealing with problem substance use. Our programs include individual therapy, group therapy and early intervention and prevention. Contact 416-535-8501, ext. 36767 for more information. 
 
TAPP-C: for children and youth up to 18 years old, who have been involved in fire related behaviour or show an interest in fire related behaviour. The program works in conjunction with the Fire service professionals who provide families with home fire-safety checks and fire-safety education. CAMH staff provide assessment and parent- and child-focused treatment. We accept referrals from any health care professional. Visit our website at www.tapp-c.com 
 
 
The Youth Addiction and Concurrent Disorders Service (YACDS): offer a range of specialized treatment options for clients with substance use concerns with or without co-occurring mental health issues. Contact 416-535-8501, ext. 1730 for more information on the following services or to make a referral: 
 
YACDS Outpatient Services: 
 
The Outpatient Services offer consultation, assessment, treatment, case management and research. Treatment options include individual therapy, family support, education and counseling, group treatment and day treatment. The inter-professional team consists of Child and Youth Work, Psychiatry, Psychology, Social Work, Teaching staff, professional students and volunteers.  
 
Criteria 
1) Clients between the ages of 14-24 
2) Clients be willing to address substance use and mental health concerns  
3) Client able to attend appointments 
 
Referrals are accepted from clients, families and/or service providers. We would like referrals where ever possible.  
 
YACDS Day Hospital: 
 
Part of our continuum of care within YACDS, and the broader concurrent disorders care delivery system. This is a “step-up/step-down” program or avert to hospitalization. Offering specialized consultation, assessment and follow-up for youth. The treatment includes individual support, family support, education, counseling and day treatment. Inter-professional team will assess and facilitate disposition directing to appropriate intensity and location of concurrent mental health and substance use services. Outreach Worker to facilitate youth engagement with community resources to promote and sustain their recovery 
 
Criteria  
 
1) Adolescents ages 14-18 years 
2) Concurrent substance use and mental health concerns 
 
Referrals from community agencies, child welfare, youth justice and hospitals.  
 
YACDS Inpatient: 
 
This is 12 bed secure unit with a provincial mandate. Seeking to serve the vulnerable, disadvantaged and underserviced population of clients with complex concurrent substance use and mental health issues, the unit is able to accommodate male and female clients with a 3-6 weeks length of stay. Clients will receive cconsultation, assessment, stabilization, treatment and extensive discharge planning. Treatment encompasses various evidence-based approaches such as DBT, CBT and MI. It also includes medical withdrawal management, medication: initiation, review, optimization and psychological testing.  
The inter-professional team includes: Psychiatry, Social Work, Psychology, Recreation and Occupational Therapy, Child and Youth Work, Nursing, Pharmacy and Primary Care. 
 
Criteria 
 
1) Adolescents ages 14-18 years 
2) Complex mental health and substance use difficulties 
3) DSM-IV criteria – with flexibility 
 
Referrals from community agencies, child welfare, youth justice, hospitals, families/self 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Map RecordCMH0166Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Child, Youth and Family Program, Better Behaviours Service 250 College St 
Toronto, ON M5T 1R8		 416-535-8501 ext 4366 Offers help to children and youth with disruptive and aggressive behaviour, and their parents. Treatment options include: 
 
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY 
Offers therapy for children, adolescents and families to help them learn new ways to deal with problems leading to and arising from aggression. 
 
GROUP THERAPY 
Incredible Years Parenting Program: 14-week psycho-education / training group for parents of children (4-12yrs). Group promotes positive behaviour in children, reduces parents' stress, improves the relationship between parent and child, and lessens aggressive behaviour in children. 
Dinosaur Social Skills Program: 18-week group for children (6-8yrs). Teaches children positive ways to communicate, solve problems, deal with anger, build self-esteem and develop social skills. 
 
DAY TREATMENT 
CATCH Program: 19-week day treatment program, for children (6-8yrs) with disruptive behaviour disorders that interfere with normative development at home, school and in the community. 
 
CHILDREN'S AGGRESSION MULTIDISCIPLINARY PROGRAM (CAMP) 
Research program studying the possible causes of aggressive behaviour.		 Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0162Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Child, Youth and Family Program, Gender Identity Service 250 College St 
Toronto, ON M5T 1R8		 416-535-8501 ext 4040 Helps children, adolescents, and families better understand a young person's struggle with gender identity development and related behavioural or emotional problems. Also assesses adolescents who are concerned about being sexually aroused by cross-dressing. May provide treatment or refer child/youth to another mental health professional. Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0175Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, TAPP-C 250 College St 
Toronto, ON M5T 1R8		 416-535-8501 ext 6208 Program that brings together fire service and counselling professionals to help families deal effectively with children and teens involved in fire-play. The fire service professionals educate children and their families about fire and how to develop good fire safety practices. Counselling professionals assess the risk of continued fire involvement and help children and their families deal with problems that may contribute to the fire setting.   Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0153Credit Valley Hospital, Mental Health Services, Child and Family Services Credit Valley Hospital 
2200 Eglinton Ave W, main floor, Child and Family Sevices 
Mississauga, ON L5M 2N1		 905-813-4421; 905-813-4426 Psychological assessment, treatment, group work, parent support and consultation for children (birth-12yrs) and adolescents (13-18yrs) and their families. 
 
CHILDRENS SERVICES includes: 
Assessment, treatment and consultation for children (birth-12yrs) and their families for developmental, emotional, behavioural, interpersonal, and psychiatric problems. 
 
Services offered include 
Individual, group and family therapy provided by a multidisciplinary team.  
Special programs for autistic spectrum disorders, attention deficit and hyperactivity disorders, and anxiety disorders including OCD and selective mutism. 
 
ADOLESCENT SERVICES includes: 
Assessment, treatment and consultation for adolescents (13-18yrs) and their families suffering from interpersonal, emotional, behavioural, and psychiatric problems. 
 
Services offered include: 
Individual, group and family therapy provided by a multidisciplinary team.  
Group therapy programs that use a solution-focused, goal-directed treatment approach.		 Monday -Thursday 9 am-5 pm; Friday 8 am-4 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordMAL0076Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre 3650 Dixie Road, Suite 103 
Mississauga, ON L4Y 3V9		 905-629-1873 Multiservice organization offering a wide range of social and recreational services to meet the needs of the Dixie Bloor community and surrounding areas offering Settlement Services for new immigrants in 19 languages, including American Sign Language, Disability issues, Family Reunification, Commission of Oath,* Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) and bridge to work co-op , newcomert * Employment Programs and job search workshops, counselling , mentoring and job development, l *Employment Resource Rooms, offered at 3415 Dixie Rd, Ste 402 * Mississauga * 905-206-0755 *Family Programs (including programs for children, youth & seniors), Kids day camps, volunteer programs . caregiver information and education call Wendy 905-276-6392 * Office Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0078Easter Seals Ontario, Provincial Office One Concorde Gate, Ste 700 
Toronto, ON M3C 3N6		 416-421-8377 Easter Seals offers the following programs dedicated to helping children, youth and young adults achieve their full individual potential and future independence. 
 
* Residential and Family Camp  
Provide a camping experience to a child that is fun and safe while promoting the development of life skills that enhance future independence building self-esteem through activities that challenge each child's individual abilities and providing opportunities for social interaction and building friendships. 
 
*Recreational Choices Funding Program  
Parents choose a recreation program that they feel is best for their child. This could include another residential camping program; day camp; swimming lessons; or another recreational program that takes place during the summer.  
Easter Seals will fund up to $250 towards the cost. This program is open to all children/youth (5-18yrs) registered with Easter Seals. 
 
* Direct Financial Assistance  
Offers direct financial assistance to individual families. Easter Seals Ontario acts as a third party funder and as such has no role in prescribing or recommending equipment, selecting a vendor/contractor or in the relationship between the parent and vendor.  
Children and young adults (birth to 19th birthday) with physical disabilities, who are registered with Easter Seals Ontario, qualify for financial assistance towards the purchase of eligible services and special equipment. 
 
Easter Seals financial assistance program picks up where the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care's Assistive Devices Program (ADP), insurance and other family resources leave off. The list of eligible equipment and services is reviewed regularly and priority is given to mobility and communication devices. Easter Seals' funding contribution is based on availability of funds. 
 
* Feature Scholarships  
Rose Brodie Provincial Ambassador Scholarship Fund 
Frank Henry Ralph Pounsett Scholarship Fund 
Truelove Dell Scholarship Fund 
Beatrice Drinnan Spence Scholarship Fund 
 
* Incontinence Supplies Grant Program  
Program for children and youth with chronic disabilities (physical or developmental) that result in irreversible incontinence or retention problems lasting longer than six months requiring the use of incontinence supplies. 
 Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0046Erin Mills Youth Centre 3010 The Collegeway 
Mississauga, ON L5L 4X9		 905-820-3577 Offers the following programs:  
 
*DAILY HOT BREAKFAST PROGRAMS: 
Every school day for all school aged children, throughout the whole year 
 
*AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS: 
Recreation and Leisure activities from September-June at various sites in West Mississauga. 
- Good Eats - Prepare meals as a group 
- Girlz Club - Self esteem building, positive self image, basic cooking skills 
- Boyz Club - Self -esteem building 
- Drop-in basketball - Skills and drills  
- Express Yourself - Expressing oneself thru drama 
- You & Media - Learning communication thru media 
- Pre-Employment - Resume building 
- Arts & Music - Learning different techniques of Arts and experimenting different instruments 
- Be Active, Eat Well, Feel Good - After School program partnered with the City of Mississauga 
- Yoga - partnered with the City of Mississauga 
- After School Programs in two locations: Homelands Public School  
& Thorn Lodge Public School - Sports, Health & Wellness activities 
 
*OASIS PROGRAM: 
Summer Day Camp (6-17yrs) and youth drop in centre (over 15yrs) 
 
*MARCH BREAK: 
Spring Vacation Day Camp 
 
 
 
 *After School 3:30pm-8pm  
*Summer programs 9am-5pm		 Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0070Ernest C Drury School for the Deaf 255 Ontario St S 
Milton, ON L9T 2M5		 905-878-2851 Day and residential school for the deaf. Preschool home visiting program for deaf and hard of hearing children. Awareness workshops for parents and professionals. Office Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0061Family Association for Mental Health Everywhere Brampton Community Door 
7700 Hurontario Street, Suite 601 
Brampton, ON L6Y 4M3		 Brampton 905-488-7716 Provides a wide range of support services for family members and caregivers of someone with a mental illness. 
Services include: 
1-to-1 supportive counsellling 
Information & referrals 
Educational materials 
Support groups for families members(without the illness) (call for meeting times) 
Representative available for speaking engagements for public education to various groups. 
Education speaker events 
fameKids and fameYouth Groups and individual programs offered for children (7-17yrs) that have a family member with mental illness. Programs offered in Toronto and Peel. For more information phone: 416-207-5032 for Toronto and Scarborough and for Peel: 905-276-8316  
 
 Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm or by appointment(some evening times available) Add Record Add Record
 CMH0245Family Association for Mental Health Everywhere Mississauga Mississauga Community Door West 
90 Burnhamthorpe Road W 
Mississauga, ON L5B 3C3		 905-276-8316 Provides a wide range of support services for family members and caregivers of someone with a mental illness.  
Services include:  
1-to-1 supportive counsellling  
Information & referrals  
Educational materials  
Support groups for families members(without the illness) (call for meeting times)  
Representative available for speaking engagements for public education to various groups.  
Education speaker events  
FameKids Group and individual programs offered for children (7-12yrs) that have a family member with mental illness. Programs offered in Toronto and Peel. Contact Dave Cho for more information at 416-207-5032 ext.26 or davec@fameforfamilies.com  
 Mon-Fri 9:00am-5:00pm or by appointment(some evening times available) Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0055Human Services Department, Region of Peel, Children's Services Operations 10 Peel Centre Drive 
Brampton, ON L6T 0E3		 Information Line 905-791-1585 The Region of Peel’s Human Services Department leads, plans, and manages a region-wide early learning and childcare system that provides families and children with access to a broad range of family-centred, coordinated services. 
 
Children’s Services operates 12 licensed Learn. Play. Care. Centres located in Brampton and Mississauga for up to 846 children, using the HighScope curriculum – a fun, proven approach to learning through hands on experiences.  
 
Learn. Play. Care. Centres provide inclusive, high quality learning and childcare services for children ages 18 months to 5 years. One centre provides evening care for children up to 12 years of age. Another centre provides a specialized infant therapeutic program that supports the development of a healthy attachment between parents and infants. Our centres provide inclusive programming for up to 72 children with special needs. 
 
Child Care Special Needs Access Point Peel (Child Care SNAP – Peel) provides a single point of access to coordinated services supporting inclusion to preschool children with special needs in licensed child care. Parents and professionals seeking support or services can call 905-791-7800, extension 7627. 
 
Children’s Services has contractual relationships with over 140 service providers throughout the Region of Peel, 5 special needs resourcing agencies, 2 family resource centres, and United Way. Through the purchase of service of childcare spaces, Human Services is able to provide childcare fee subsidy for over 4000 children a month. 
 
Community Programs and Workshops: 
 
• Family literacy workshops in 74 school sites 23 community sites across the Region of Peel  
• Parenting workshops  
• Early Learning Programs in Peel Shelters  
• Training and Employment Programs for Single Parents  
• Mobile Early Education – Learning in our Neighbourhood (LION)  
• Early Literacy Workshops for Professionals, Parents/Caregivers through the Ontario Early Years Centres (OEYC)  
• Various other supportive services for service providers  
 
For more information, visit www.peelregion.ca		 Administration Office: Mon-Fri - 8:30am-4:30pm 
Learn, Play, Care Child Care Centres: Mon-Fri 7am-6pm 
Chinguacousy Child Care Centre: 7am-11:30pm		 Add Record Add Record
Map RecordMAL0092India Rainbow Community Services of Peel, Branch Office 21 Regan Rd, Unit H & I 
Brampton, ON L7A 1C5		 905-459-4776 India Rainbow Community Services of Peel is a charitable, non-profit community-based organization * provides services to immigrants for integration into Canadian society and to meet the social services, training and health needs of Peel's immigrant community * programs offered include:

Services For Children, Youth & Parents - provides culturally and linguistically specific information, resources and support to South Asian families within Peel region * offers parenting strategies to help balance families between settlement, integration and cultural identity * links parents with other community resources

Settlement Services For Newcomers - assists newcomers integrate and adapt into the Canadian society

Job Search Workshops For Newcomers - helps newcomers get into the workforce by providing assistance with resumes * interview tips * information on skills development courses and educational upgrading/evaluation

Programs For Healthy Seniors - Seniors Wellness Programs - provides group programs * educational, cultural and recreational outings * support groups * workshops * referral and assistance * will accompany clients to various appointments * provides health and nutrition information

Program For Women - provides crisis intervention, support and guidance to abused women * information and access to eligible government benefits * referrals to shelters and support groups and empowerment workshops

Housing And Support For Homeless People With Mental Illness - assists people with mental illness to find affordable housing, to set up their new homes, to care for themselves, to plan for any possible crisis and to connect with other supports and service providers		 Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0050Justice for Children and Youth 415 Yonge St, Suite 1203 
Toronto, ON M5B 2E7		 416-920-1633 Legal clinic that represents and advocates for youth (under 18yrs) on matters such as: welfare, education, children's aid, getting off the street, family or criminal law. 
 
CHILD WELFARE 
Advises and represents youth who want into or out of children's aid care. Answers questions or concerns about their placement or program while in care. 
 
CONSENT TO TREATMENT 
Gives legal advice to young persons and care providers regarding the right to consent to and refuse treatment; assists young people who are having trouble getting OHIP. 
 
CORRECTIONS LAW 
Advocates for youth who are in jail at youth centres or in detention. 
 
CUSTODY AND ACCESS 
Represents children and youth who are not living with a parent and are seeking access to siblings only. The Office of the Children's Lawyer represents children and youth in custody and access disputes. They are appointed by the court and the parents' lawyers can request this appointment. 
 
EDUCATION LAW 
Helps young people who are not living with a parent get enrolled in school; helps children and parents obtain appropriate special education placements by giving legal advice relating to the various processes under the Education Act; provides summary advice to parents throughout Ontario and will consult with other lawyers and clinics to assist them in representing clients outside the Toronto area; represents low-income children and youth who have been suspended or excluded from school or who face expulsion from a school board; gives advice about truancy and about information, records and privacy issues. 
 
IMMIGRATION LAW 
DOES NOT practice immigration or refugee law. However will assist children and youth obtain OHIP or school enrolment when their immigration status is an issue; and will assist other lawyers and clinics with this area of law as it relates to the Charter and to international human rights instruments. 
 
LEAVING HOME 
Provides summary advice and representation, when necessary, for young people who have left or are considering leaving their parents' home (issues often involve child welfare, support, family and social assistance law); assists in the recovery of personal possessions being withheld by a parent when a young person leaves home. 
 
MENTAL HEALTH LAW 
Acts for youth who are locked in mental health facilities (secure treatment/psychiatric wards) or who are in a facility for mental health reasons. 
 
SOCIAL ASSISTANCE 
Represents youth (16-17yrs) who are trying to get general welfare assistance or who have been cut off; gives summary advice to persons seeking the foster parent benefit and to young parents applying for family benefits. 
 
SUPPORT 
Provides summary advice to young persons and assistance to legal counsel where youth are seeking financial support from their parents (the youth should be able to obtain a legal aid certificate). In this area, assists youth living independently - but NOT youth living with a parent. 
 
TEST CASES 
Tries to challenge laws that discriminate against children or youth, or laws which fail to take into account the best interests or wishes of children and youth, from the perspective of the young person; will also represent children and youth in cases which involve the interpretation of legislation pertaining to them such as the Child and Family Services Act or the Young Offenders Act. 
 
VICTIMS OF CRIME 
Represents young persons who wish to protect the privacy of personal records (e.g. CAS files, school records, medical records, etc.) in criminal proceedings (defence lawyers may try to use these records to undermine the testimony of victims of crime in the trial against the accused); helps young people make claims before the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board. (DOES NOT assist with personal injury claims in civil courts). 
 
YOUNG OFFENDER 
Helps young people in trouble with the law by giving them information about the legal system and their rights; helps them find lawyers and refers them to other resource; represents youth who are charged in incidents in schools, group homes and jail; represents youth with learning or other difficulties; may do appeals depending on the issues; does reviews of dispositions to help a youth get into open custody or on probation; will do bail hearings and general advocacy for youth without lawyers.		 Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm Add Record Add Record
 CDR0075Kids Help Phone   *National Office 416-586-5437 
*Toronto Chapter 416-581-8969		 Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only phone and on-line counselling service for youth. It’s free, anonymous and confidential. Professional counsellors are available any time of the day or night, 365 days a year, to help young people deal with concerns large or small. As a national community-based charity, Kids Help Phone relies on individual and corporate donations to fund these vital services. 
 
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Map RecordCDR0157Kinark Child and Family Services, Syl Apps Youth Centre 475 Iroquois Shore Rd 
Oakville, ON L6H 1M3		 905-844-4110 Syl Apps Youth Centre is a 50-bed, co-ed, residential facility for Ontario youth requiring secure treatment, Ontario youth with significant mental health issues who require secure custody/detention and youth wiht Ontario Review Board orders. 
 
SAYC has five residential units or 'cottages' in service currently. The units are staffed by youth workers and a unit supervisor. Youth receive treatment from a clinical staff team of social workers, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, art and recreation therapists. Youth also access supports from consulting clinicians as well as recreation, chaplaincy and native services. The Halton Board of Education operates an on-site high school for the youth residents in partnership wiht SAYC.  
 
SECURE TREATMENT (under the Child & Family Services Act - CFSA) 
Provides secure treatment to youth who are at significant risk to themselves or others. The Secure Treatment program is a provincial resource and as such, youth are admitted through Family Courts from all regions of the province. 
 
SECURE DETENTION AND CUSTODY (under the Youth Criminal Justice Act - YCJA) 
Provides secure custody and detention for youth identified with significant mental healht issues. The program is a provincial resource and referrals to the program come through the Youth Justice Services Placement Co-ordination Unit only. It is not possible to sentence or refer directly to the program from Youth Court. 
 
At Syl Apps and throughout Kinark, treatment and rehabilitation interventions are based on the individual strengths and needs of each youth and whenever possible, are done in partnership with families or guardians. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy is in place across the milieu. 
 
VOLUNTEERS 
To be accepted as a volunteer one must: 
Participate in a personal interview to determine mutual compatibility with volunteer role requirements; 
Pass a criminal reference check including the vulnerable person sector screening; A driving record check may also be requested if applicable; 
Provide a medical certificate completed by a registered physician (Kinark will assist with the cost of the above); 
Provide at least two personal references, one of which must be professional, and work, or course of study related, and the other two, personal character; 
Be prepared to engage in all training sessions and activities; 
Sign and adhere to a confidentiality agreement; 
Available for a minimum commitment of two hours per week, for six months. 
 
Syl Apps is licensed by the Ministry of Children and Youth Services and is accredited by Children's Mental Health Ontario (CMHO).		 24/7 operation Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0160Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region Brampton Civic Centre 
150 Central Park Drive, Suite 104 
Brampton, ON L6T 2T9		 Brampton 905-791-4100 
Mississauga 905-272-4100		 The Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region is a non-profit, charitable organizations comprised of groups of parents and professionals brought together by a concern for children and adults with learning disabilities.  
 
LDA assists people with learning disabilities and their families by providing support, guidance and resources information; provides an interactive environment, offering workshops, programs, courses and support groups; provides public awareness of learning disabilities; supports LDAO in pursuing legislative and government initiatives with special education funding and curriculum; supports LDA Ontario in their work with the provincial and local governments to initiate new policies for those with learning disabilities 
 
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS include: 
 
COMPUTER SKILLS PROGRAM 
For children and adolescents (7-16 years) who are learning disabled (LD) or have Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder (AD(H)D); and who may experience difficulty in the areas of reading and writing, cognitive ability, comprehension, information retention, fine motor control and visual perception 
 
SOCIAL SKILLS PROGRAM 
For children (7-11 years) and adolescents (12-16 years) who are LD or have AD(H)D: and who may avoid social contact; behave immaturely, be shy or timid in groups, and/or experience conflict with peers. 
 
POSITIVE CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROGRAM 
For children (8-11 years) and adolescents (12-16 years) who are LD or have AD(H)D who may need assistance in developing effecting coping behaviours, manage conflict and develop constructive strategies to diffuse confrontations.  
 
ACADEMIC SUPPORT (TUTORING) 
For elementary and high school students who require individual assistance with their school work and improve studying skills. 
 
YOUTH GROUP 
Designed to meet the social needs of adolescents (11-16 years), this program gives youth the opportunity to interact with their peers while having a chance to participate in fun activities. 
 
SUMMER SUPPORT PROGRAM 
A full day program for individuals between the ages six and twelve designed to incorporate learning and fun. Participants will be encouraged to develop and/or improve study skills, learn computer skills, and take part in exciting social skills activities. 
 
LOCATIONS 
 
Head Office 
150 Central Park Drive, Suite 104 
Brampton, Ontario, L6T 2T9 
Tel: 905-791-4100 
Fax: 905-791-5159 
 
Mississauga Office 
165 Dundas Street, W. Suite 800 
Mississauga, Ontario, L5B 2N6 
Tel: 905-272-4100 
Fax: 905-272-4863 
 Mon-Fri 
9:30am- 3:30pm		 Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0161Learning Disabilities Association of Peel Region -, Brampton (North Peel) Office Bramalea Civic Centre 
150 Central Park Dr, Suite 104 
Brampton, ON L6T 2T9		 905-791-4100 The Learning Disabilities Associations of Peel Region is a non-profit, charitable organizations comprised of groups of parents and professionals brought together by a concern for children and adults with learning disabilities.  
 
LDA assists people with learning disabilities and their families by providing support, guidance and resources information; provides an interactive environment, offering workshops, programs, courses and support groups; provides public awareness of learning disabilities; supports LDA Ontario in pursuing legislative and government initiatives with special education funding and curriculum; supports LDA Ontario in their work with the provincial and local governments to initiate new policies for those with learning disabilities  
 
CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS include:  
 
COMPUTER SKILLS PROGRAM  
For children and adolescents (7-16 years) who are learning disabled (LD) or have attention Deficit Disorder (ADD); and who may experience difficulty in the areas of reading and writing, cognitive ability, comprehension, information retention, fine motor control and visual perception  
 
SOCIAL SKILLS PROGRAM  
For children (7-11 years) and adolescents (12-16 years) who are LD or have ADD: and who may avoid social contact; behave immaturely, be shy or timid in groups, and/or experience conflict with peers.  
 
POSITIVE CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROGRAM] 
For children (8-11 years) and adolescents (12-16 years) who are LD or have AD(H)D who may need assistance in developing effecting coping behaviours, manage conflict and develop constructive strategies to diffuse confrontations.  
 
ACADEMIC SUPPORT (TUTORING)  
For elementary and high school students who require individual assistance with their school work and improve studying skills. 
 
YOUTH GROUP  
Designed to meet the social needs of adolescents (13-18 years), this program gives youth the opportunity to interact with their peers while having a chance to participate in fun activities.  
 
SUMMER SUPPORT PROGRAM  
A full day program for individuals between the ages six to twelve years old designed to incorporate learning and fun. Participants will be encouraged to develop and/or improve study skills, learn keyboarding/computer skills, and take part in exciting social skills activities.		 Mon-Fri 
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 CDR0042Mississauga Childrens Choir   905-624-9704 The Mississauga Children's Choir provides young singers with: * musical experiences * music education * touring * service to the communitiy. 
 
Our five ensembles - Training Choir, Junior Choir, Main Choir, Concert Choir, Boys Choir - provide all choristers with an opportunity to improve their musical skills while enjoying the company of other similaryly talented youth.		   Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0169Navy League of Canada, Navy League Cadet Corps, 139 Revenge Group 170 Church St 
Streetsville, ON		 905-826-4214 Cadet corps. Offers general seamanship training, leadership, drill, weekend and some summer camp activities.   Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0222Nexus Youth Services, Nexus Youth Centre Central Mississauga Library 
301 Burnhamthorpe Road W 
Mississauga, ON L5B 3Y3		 905-566-1883 Located in the Central Mississauga Library, the Nexus Youth Centre (NYC) is a place where young people can get information on community resources, take part in a variety of drop in recreational activities, or receive counselling and one-to-one support on a number of issues. NYC also provides services and programs including: internet access; resume/job search assistance; recreational activities (pool, jitz, dominoes); social support and skill development groups, and volunteer opportunities. 
 
NYC runs many group programs including Life Skills, Retail Training, Change of Perspective, Knowledgeable Films and Urban Readings		 * Mon-Thurs 10 am-8:30 pm * Fri 10am-6:30pm *Sat 11am-5pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0080Ontario Track 3 Ski Association for the Disabled 61 Advance Rd, Unit 4 
Etobicoke, ON M8Z 2S6		 416-233-3872 Offers ski and snowboard instruction to disabled children and youth. Program includes ski equipment and transportation to and from the following ski areas (where possible):  
 
GTA AREA: 
Glen Eden, Milton 
Hawks Ski School 
Hockley Valley 
Centennial Park, Etobicoke 
Caledon 
Earl Bales, North York 
 
GEORGIAN TRIANGLE AREA: 
Talisman Ski Resort 
Craigleith Ski Club 
Alpine Ski Club 
Osler Ski Club 
Beaver Valley Ski Club 
Battawa Ski Club 
Mount St Louis-Moonstone 
 
Assist at various location with Board of Education Ski Trips		 Office Hours Mon-Fri 9:30am-4pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0057Ontario. Ministry of Children and Youth Services, Central West Region 6733 Mississauga Rd, Ste 200 
Mississauga, ON L5N 6J5		 Office 905-567-7177 * Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) 905-897-3100 Administers the following programs: 
 
PROGRAM REVIEW AND COMPLIANCE UNIT 
Licences children's residential services, nursery schools, child care centres and home child care agencies. Provides consulting, advisory, inspection and licensing services to proposed and existing day nurseries. Responds to complaints from the public. 
 
CHILDREN'S AND ADULT SERVICES 
Provides social services for adults and children. Acts in supervisory and consultative capacities for local agencies. 
 
ASSISTANCE FOR CHILDREN WITH SEVERE DISABILITIES (ACSD) 
Formerly known as the Handicapped Children's Benefit (HCB), this program provides help to parents to assist with some of the extra costs of caring for a child who has a disability. The purpose of the benefit is to help children who have disabilities live as normal a life as possible at home and in the community. Assistance provided through the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) 
 
SPECIAL SERVICES AT HOME (SSAH) 
Helps children with developmental or physical disabilities and adults with a developmental disability to live at home with their families by providing funding on a time-limited basis to address individual needs. With this funding, families can purchase supports and services which they could not normally provide themselves and are not available elsewhere in the community. 
 
ONTARIO DISABILITY SUPPORT PROGRAM (ODSP)  
Has two components: 
Income support program for people with disabilities who are in financial need 
Employment support program that recognizes many people with disabilities can and do want to work. 
Regional Headquarters 
Central West Regional Financial Office 
6733 Mississauga Rd, Ste 200 
Mississauga, ON L5N 6J5 
905-567-7177 * fax 905-567-3215 
 
Income Support 905-897- 3242 * fax 905-897-7419 * TTY 905-897-3109 
Employment Support 905-897-3109 * TTY 905-897-3162		 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0077Ontario. Ministry of Children and Youth Services, Central West Regional Office, Thistletown Regional Centre For Children And Adolescents 51 Panorama Crt 
Toronto, ON M9V 4L8		 416-326-0600 Offers treatment programs for developmentally, emotionally and behaviorally disturbed children and adolescents. Programs are structured to the needs of the client. Offers the following services: 
 
* Adolescent Services (13-18yrs)  
Provides a comprehensive range of clinical resources for hard-to-serve adolescents, their families, caregivers and other agencies. Clinical services are provided by a multi-disciplinary treatment team through day treatment, assessment and after care programs. 
 
* Interface  
(Integrated Resources for Family Assessment, Consultation and Education) 
Provides assessment, consultation, intensive family therapy unit (live-in-unit admitting entire families), foster care, home support and outpatient services. 
 
* Safe-T (birth-18yrs)  
(Sexual Abuse Family Education, Treatment) 
A specialized community based clinic offering clinical assessment, treatment and long term support to children, youth and their families where there is interfamilial child sexual abuse, children with sexual behavior problems and/or adolescent sexual offending.  
 
* TRE-ADD (birth-21yrs)  
(Treatment, Research and Education for Autism and Developmental Disorders) 
A comprehensive, community-based program for children and adolescents with autism and developmental disorders 
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Map RecordCDR0177Ontario. Ministry of Children and Youth Services, Youth Justice Services, Brampton Probation Office 201 County Court Blvd, Ste 500 
Brampton, ON L6W 4L2		 905-456-3430 Prepares pre-sentence reports for Ontario Court (Provincial Division) and provides probation supervision for young people. Provides liaison services between the community and Youth Justice Services. Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0179Ontario. Ministry of Children and Youth Services, Youth Justice Services, Mississauga Office 3038 Hurontario St, Ste 300 
Mississauga, ON L5B 3B9		 905-279-6400 Prepares pre-sentence reports for Ontario Court (Provincial Division) and provides probation supervision for young people. Provides liaison services between the community and Youth Justice Services. Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0172Our Place (Peel), Our Place Peel Emergency Youth Shelter, Our Place Peel - Transitional Program 3579 Dixie Rd 
Mississauga, ON L4Y 2B3		 *Administration 905 614-1215 
*Emergency Youth Shelter 905-238-1383		 14-bed emergency youth shelter provides crisis counseling and referral services within a supportive environment for young people (16-21yrs). The shelter, located in Mississauga, offers assistance by trained staff (Mon-Sun 24 hours).  
The average length of stay is three weeks. 
 
The goals of Our Place II are:  
* To provide safe shelter and crisis counseling to homeless youth within their community, enabling them to remain close to family, friends, school and employment contacts. 
* To facilitate family reconciliation, if feasible. 
* To make referrals to ongoing clinical support and necessary counseling. 
* To help youth take responsibility for themselves, their actions, behavior and future within a supportive environment. 
 
Provides access to a RESOURCE ROOM offering: Computer and Internet Access; Job Search Support; Job Skills Training and Development; Educational and Future Planning. 
 
 
The transitional program is located on the lower 
level of the Our Place Peel facility at 3579 Dixie Road 
in Mississauga. 
 
• Youth ages 16-21 are eligible to participate in the 
transitional program. 
 
• In order to participate in the Transitional Program, youth 
must first be referred into the Our Place Peel Emergency 
Youth Shelter. Youth within the Emergency Youth Shelter 
may then be nominated to the Transitional Program. 
 
• Youth are able to stay in the Transitional Program for up 
to 3 months. 
 
• Youth within the Transitional Program participate in 
a comprehensive case management program, with 
mandatory programs to assist them in developing all 
aspects of their life. 
 
• Youth within the Transitional Program may be asked to 
pay rent based upon their income. 
 
• There are 6 beds in the Transitional Program. Youth within 
the program share a room with one other resident. 
 
• The Transitional Program is a co-operative living 
environment and all residents within the program will 
participate in various chores. 
 
• The Transitional Program is a zero 
 * Office Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm 
* Youth shelter Mon -Sun 24 hours 
Transitional Hours Mon - Fri 9am to 4pm		 Add Record Add Record
 CDR0184Parents Without Partners Inc, Mississauga Valley Chapter 594   905-278-0111 PWP is an international, non-profit, non-sectarian, educational organization devoted to the welfare of single parents and their children; a self-help organization to help single parents help themselves. (This group is NOT a lonely-hearts club; NOT a dating service; nor does it promote single parenting). Programs offered include: 
 
FAMILY ACTIVITIES 
such as movie matinees; skating; swimming; LaserQuest; Science Centre; picnics; Wonderland; hiking; Kidsports; ceramics; bowling; trampoline; etc. 
 
PARENT SOCIALS 
Activities such as card nights; movie nights; theatre; potluck suppers, darts, adult socials, etc. 
 
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES 
Information nights with guest speakers, workshops, discussion nights, or just a fun night of learning to play cards or pool. 
 
MONTHLY DANCES 
Revenue generated is used to cover expenses and subsidies for the children's activities. 
 
SPORTS 
Members get together to play baseball in the summer; and volleyball and badminton in the winter.		   Add Record Add Record
 CDR0185Parents Without Partners Inc, Mississauga/Brampton Chapter 594   PWP Infoline 905-278-0111 PWP is an international, non-profit, non-sectarian, educational organization devoted to the welfare of single parents and their children; a self-help organization to help single parents help themselves. (This group is NOT a lonely-hearts club; NOT a dating service; nor does it promote single parenting).  
Programs include: 
 
PARENT SOCIALS: activities such as card nights; potluck suppers, darts, adult socials, etc 
 
EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES: can consist information nights with guest speakers, workshops, discussion nights, or just a fun night of learning to play cards or pool 
 
MONTHLY DANCES: revenue generated is used to cover expenses and subsidies for the children's activities		   Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0051Peel CAS 6860 Century Ave, West Tower 
Mississauga, ON L5N 2W5		 905-363-6131 Peel CAS's mission is to protect children and strengthen families and communities through partnership. 
 
Protects children and youth from physical, sexual and emotional abuse and neglect Investigates child protection concerns for children (under 16yrs) 
Provides guidance and counseling, and works with parents and families to help them provide safe and loving environments for their children 
Provides care for children and youth and supervises children who are under the care of Peel CAS 
Places children for adoption		 Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0011Peel Children's Centre, Children's Mental Health Centre 85A Aventura Crt 
Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y6		 Office 905-795-3500 
Centralized Intake 905-451-4655		 Peel Children's Centre is a fully accredited, community-based children's mental health centre. The Centre offers a range of high quality, evidence-based services for children/youth under age 18, and their families. Services are voluntary, free-of-charge and confidential. Program options include: 
Coordinated, centralized intake and access 
24/7 Crisis response 
Prevention and early intervention 
Counselling (family, group and individual) 
Tangerine Walk-In Counselling on Wednesdays (no appointment required) 
Community-based outreach 
Consultations with families at childcare centres, Ontario Early Years Centres and Best Start programs 
Day treatment and school-based programming 
Residential treatment 
Case management for children with complex mental health needs 
Wraparound Process 
Arson prevention 
Respite services 
Child witness preparation 
Sexual abuse treatment 
Assessment of youth involved in the court system upon the referral of a judge.		 Mon-Thu 8:30 am-8 pm; Fri 8:30 am-5:00 pm 
Tangerine Walk-In Counselling: Wednesdays, 9:00 am-8:00 pm (last session at 6:00 pm)		 Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0186Peel Children's Centre, Children's Mental Health Centre, Group Services 85A Aventura Crt 
Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y6		 Intake 905-451-4655 Group Services offers a broad spectrum of groups and workshops related to child and family functioning in order to help children and youth meet developmental expectations at home, in school and in the community. These services are designed to: 
- help parents and children develop strategies for coping with the concerns in their lives 
- give opportunities for parents and/or children to interact and learn from each other 
- provide information for parents on specific issues. 
Group Services are free of charge. Peel Children's Centre staff facilitate the groups and childcare is available for most groups. 
Note: some treatment groups require an assessment to determine appropriateness for the specific group. 
A brochure with the current schedule of groups or workshops can be downloaded from www.peelcc.org/services/family-group-services, or will be mailed upon request. Please call 905-795-3500 to request the Groups brochure. 
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Map RecordCMH0048Peel Children's Centre, Crisis Response Service 85A Aventura Crt 
Mississauga, On L5T 2Y6		 905-795-3500: Intake - 905-451-4655 The Crisis Response Service offers a Telephone Crisis Response and, where appropriate, a Mobile Crisis Response for young people under age 18 who are experiencing a mental health crisis, and their parents or caregivers. Mental health crises may include, but are not limited to: parent-child conflict, school concerns, suicidality, self-harm, substance use, stress, depression, and parenting concerns. Mon-Sun 24 hours Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0065Peel Children's Centre, Peel WrapAround Process 85A Aventura Crt 
Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y6		 Intake & Referrals 905-451-4655 Please direct all calls to Centralized Intake-Peel Childrens Centre *905-451-4655 
 
 
Peel Wraparound Process is a community-based outreach service that helps families experiencing significant, complex mental health difficulties by developing a formal and informal support system to wrap around them. 
 
This process is based on the belief that every person, family, and community has strengths that can be used to make a real difference in the lives of children and families. 
 
After assessing the family's needs and strengths, a plan is developed to meet these needs at home, in the school, and in the community. Together with a team comprising family, health and social service professionals, and members of the community who volunteer to support the family, the service works with the family to strengthen their resources, skills, and links to their natural support systems within the community, and to develop the parents' skills to manage their children at various stages in their development. 
 
Provides unconditional care and commitment; if things do not work out as planned, the wraparound process does not stop; instead, a new plan is developed to meet the needs of the child and family.		 Flexible; evening appointments available Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0085Peel Children's Centre, Sexual Abuse Treatment Program 85A Aventura Court 
Mississauga, ON L5T 2Y6		 905-795-3521; Intake 905-451-4655 Please direct all calls to Centralized Intake-Peel Children's Centre *905-451-4655 
 
The Sexual Abuse Treatment Program provides specialized out-client services for families coping with trauma involving sexual abuse or sexual assault. The program treats children under 18 years of age, living in the Region of Peel, who have been victims of sexual abuse or sexual assault. The program also helps children who exhibit sexualized behaviour; adolescents who have committed sexual abuse; and families in which sexual abuse among siblings has occurred. The Sexual Abuse Treatment Program focuses on remediating the trauma of sexual abuse or assault; preventing future offences; and supporting family members when sexual abuse among siblings has occurred.		 *Mon-Thurs 8:30am-8pm 
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Map RecordCDR0084Peel District School Board HJA Brown Education Centre 
5650 Hurontario St 
Mississauga, ON L5R 1C6		 905-890-1099; Automated Attendant 905-890-1010 Provides elementary and secondary school education according to requirements of the Ontario Ministry of Education. Guidance counselling is given to students in liaison with teachers and parents. 
 
For more information about FRENCH LANGUAGE SCHOOLS in Peel see entries for Conseil Scolaire De District Centre-Sud-Ouest (Public) and Conseil Scolaire de District Catholique Centre-Sud (Catholic French). 
 
ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS 
Daytime Adult Education for diploma purposes; and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are offered at various locations in Peel. 
 
COMMUNITY SCHOOLS 
Brampton/Caledon 905-890-1099 ext 2632 
Mississauga 905-890-1099 ext 2684 
Run by a community-based committee approved by the Board of Education. The committee is responsible for the rental of schools to outside groups (eg, Scouts, Guides, sports groups, etc). 
 
CREATIVE ZONE 
933 Central Pkwy W, Mississauga, ON * 905-279-4258 
Makes available to teachers, reusable materials that industries in Peel consider surplus to their needs. 
 
PEEL ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS 
Alternative secondary schools offering programs from Grades 7-12, for adolescents not functioning effectively in the regular classroom, and who wish to improve their performance. The Senior Alternative Program is for adults and students (16yrs and over) who need a more independent form of education.  
 
SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK 
School social workers assist schools in identifying and removing those obstacles in students or in their environment which interfere with their ability to benefit from educational experiences. Services include consultation, short-term and attendance counselling, crisis intervention, and liaison with the community. 
 
SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM SERVICES 
Coordinates formal assessment of children with special education needs, and placement in programs for students with special physical, communication or intellectual needs, including those with physical disabilities, specialized language needs or learning disabilities. Offers these services at various locations.		 Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0190Peel District School Board, Peel Alternative School North 315 Bartley Bull Pkwy 
Brampton, ON L6W 2L4		 905-455-1225 Programs are designed for students who require a non-traditional approach to learning with varied program delivery options and for whom the regular secondary setting has not led to successful completion of credits and for students who require a flexible learning landscape to balance personal schedules.  
 
The primary focus is to prepare students to return to community school, to integrate into the world of work or to successfully transition to post-secondary institutions.		 Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0191Peel District School Board, Peel Alternative School South 1239 Lakeshore Rd E 
Mississauga, ON L5E 1G2		 905-278-3396 Programs are designed for students who require a non-traditional approach to learning with varied program delivery options and for whom the regular secondary setting has not led to successful completion of credits and for students who require a flexible learning landscape to balance personal schedules.  
 
The primary focus is to prepare students to return to community school, to integrate into the world of work or to successfully transition to post-secondary institutions.		 Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0192Peel District School Board, Peel Alternative School West 6975 Meadowvale Town Centre Cir 
Mississauga, ON L5N 2W7		 905-363-0154 Programs are designed for students who require a non-traditional approach to learning with varied program delivery options and for whom the regular secondary setting has not led to successful completion of credits and for students who require a flexible learning landscape to balance personal schedules.  
 
The primary focus is to prepare students to return to community school, to integrate into the world of work or to successfully transition to post-secondary institutions.		 Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm Add Record Add Record
 CDR0201Peel Health Services Department, Public Health, Pregnancy Programs, Teen Programs   Health Line Peel 905-799-7700 Peel Health offers free prenatal classes for pregnant teens and young women including: 
 
PRENATAL CLASSES FOR PREGNANT TEENS 
Free prenatal education classes for pregnant teens and young women. Topics covered include: pregnancy and childbirth; caring for you and your baby; community resources and services. Offered at various locations. To register call 905-799 7700 
 
TEEN PRENATAL SUPPER CLUB 
A program for pregnant young women. Come for prenatal classes, supper and learn to stay healthy during pregnancy; cope with labour and delivery; learn to care for your newborn; learn to cook easy meals; meet other new moms over dinner; talk with Public Health Nurses and other health care professionals. 
Prenatal Supper Clubs are operated by Best Start Health Coalition in Peel and are supported, in part, by Peel Public Health. 
 
Offered at the following locations: 
Brampton North Early Years Centre 
57 Mill St N 
Brampton 
(Queen St W & Mill St) 
Wednesdays 4:30 pm-6:30 pm 
 
Peel Public Health Clinic, Fairview 
Parkways West Plaza 
325 Central Pkwy.W.,Unit 21 
Tuesdays, 4:30pm-6:30pm 
 
Lancaster Early Years Hub 
7425 Netherwood Road 
Malton 
Wednesdays 4:30 pm-6:30 pm 
 
TEEN EDUCATION AND MOTHERHOOD PROGRAM (TEAM)  
These programs are offered though the Peel District School Board. A Public Health Nurse participates in each program weekly. TEAM Brampton and Mississauga offers: Secondary School Programs for students (up to 21yrs); Childcare available for all sites; Resources:YMCA, School social worker, Public Health Nurse Supports & Community links. 
 
To register, contact the following schools: 
Peel Alternative School North-Brampton 905-455-1225 
Peel Alternative School South-Mississauaga 905-278-3396 
Peel Alternative School West-Mississauga 905-363-0154 
 
PEEL YOUNG PARENT'S RESOURCE GROUP (PYPRG) 
An organized group of Community partners in the Region of Peel who have come together to discuss ways of enhancing the quality of life for pregnant and parenting teens. This group welcomes pregnant and parenting teens and those who work with and support young mothers in Peel. 
Meets the last Thu of every month; for further information about PYMRG and meeting times call 905-791-7800 ext 7557 
 
Community Partners for PYMRG include: 
Region of Peel Housing; Birthright- Brampton/Mississauga; Region of Peel, Children's Services; Brampton Life Centre; Mississauga Life Centre; Region of Peel Ontario Works; Children's Aid Society; Trillium Health Centre; Credit Valley Hospital; Peel District School Board; Peel Public Health; Vita Manor; Ontario Early Years Centre; Catholic Family Services; Family Services of Peel; Affinity Women's Program; Mississauga Community Legal Services; Young mothers living in Peel.		   Add Record Add Record
Map RecordBRA0083Peel Public Health 7120 Hurontario Street 
Mississauga, ON L5W 1N4		 Health Line Peel 905-799-7700 Regional health department

Chronic Disease And Injury Prevention Division - develops programs, services and policies designed to promote healthy lifestyle choices including healthy eating, physical activity and smoking cessation * injury prevention * substance abuse reduction * promotion of healthy living for youth * operates the Children in Need of Treatment Program in which dental hygienists conduct dental screenings for elementary school-aged children and identify those who are in immediate need of treatment

Environmental Health Division - checks the safety of food and beverages in restaurants and processing plants (any food-related illness and recall of contaminated foods form part of the overall Food Safety Program) * investigates diseases transmitted from animals to people, including rabies * checks the quality of water in recreational pools and swimming pools * monitors private wells and sewage systems * investigates community concerns relating to environmental health

Family Health Division - promotes the health of children (birth-6yrs) and their families * topics include: planning a pregnancy, having a healthy baby, breastfeeding, parenting, nutrition, learning about the growth and development of your child * responsible for implementing the Healthy Babies, Healthy Children Program, a province-wide, prevention / early intervention program designed to assist children to meet their developmental milestones

Sexual Health And Communicable Diseases Division - provides services to protect the public from reportable and sexually-transmitted diseases (STDs) * operates six Healthy Sexuality Clinics throughout the Region * provides confidential counselling and clinical services related to birth control and sexually transmitted infections including anonymous HIV/AIDS testing (to all ages) * includes counselling for birth control * Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) * anonymous HIV Testing * pregnancy testing * sexual health * responsible relationships

* operates the Region's Immunization Program which reduces the incidence of vaccine- preventable disease and provides Hepatitis B vaccine to Grade 7 students through school-based clinics

Communicable Diseases Section - provides access to the reporting and follow-up of reportable communicable diseases such as Tuberculosis Control; Hepatitis A & B; Meningitis * coordinates vaccine distribution to Peel physicians * monitors immunization records for all students

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Map RecordBRA1001Peel Regional Police 7750 Hurontario St 
Brampton, ON L6V 3W6		 905-453-3311 Regional police service (operates out of five divisions) * operates programs for crime prevention * drug control * traffic management * crimes against property * operates community police stations * Peel Children's Safety Village (see separate records) * Explosives Disposal Unit * Diversity Relations - formerly race and ethnic relations * marine unit * criminal investigation bureau * intelligence services * homicide and missing persons bureau * canine unit * morality bureau * auto theft bureau * fraud bureau * youth crime * family violence and elder abuse *central robbery bureau * youth education * Special Victims Unit (SVU) - formerly Child Abuse and Sexual Assault (CASA) Mon-Sun 24 hours Add Record Add Record
Map RecordBRA2441Peel Regional Police, 11 Division 3030 Erin Mills Pkwy 
Mississauga, ON L5L 1A1		 905-453-3311 ext 1100 11 Division is a full service operational police division working out of the Uniform branch, Criminal Investigation Bureau and Community Liaison office * traffic management * Community Liaison Officer - available to talk to groups and to all ages on various issues, including crime prevention topics * works with local youth groups and organizations to increase a positive police presence in the community * Neighbourhood Policing Unit - works with area high schools to maintain a presence with the youth population * works directly with teachers and parents to ensure youth are on the right path to a great future * criminal investigations (specialized units include the Break and Enter Unit, the Auto Theft Unit and Missing Persons) Mon-Sun 24 hours Add Record Add Record
Map RecordBRA2442Peel Regional Police, 12 Division 4600 Dixie Rd 
Mississauga, ON L4W 2R1		 905-453-3311 ext 1200 12 Division is a full service operational police division working out of the Uniform branch, Criminal Investigation Bureau and Community Liaison office * traffic management * Community Liaison Officer - available to talk to groups and to all ages on various issues, including crime prevention topics * works with local youth groups and organizations to increase a positive police presence in the community * Neighbourhood Policing Unit - works with area high schools to maintain a presence with the youth population * works directly with teachers and parents to ensure youth are on the right path to a great future * criminal investigations (specialized units include the Break and Enter Unit, the Auto Theft Unit and Missing Persons) Mon-Sun 24 hours Add Record Add Record
Map RecordBRA2443Peel Regional Police, 21 Division 10 Peel Centre Dr, Suite "C" 
Brampton, ON L6T 4B9		 905-453-3311 ext 2100 21 Division is a full service operational police division working out of the Uniform branch, Criminal Investigation Bureau and Community Liaison office * traffic management * Community Liaison Officer - available to talk to groups and to all ages on various issues, including crime prevention topics * works with local youth groups and organizations to increase a positive police presence in the community * Neighbourhood Policing Unit - works with area high schools to maintain a presence with the youth population * works directly with teachers and parents to ensure youth are on the right path to a great future * criminal investigations (specialized units include the Break and Enter Unit, the Auto Theft Unit and Missing Persons) * Probation, Recognizance, Observation And Breach Enforcement Unit (PROBE) * responsible for arrest warrant enforcement, and monitoring the following; probation order compliance, people on recognizance, known sex offenders in the area, parolees and person(s) on temporary absence passes * monitors and investigates reports of missing persons * reviews all incidents of domestic violence * liaises with external community service providers such as emergency shelters * Bicycle Patrol Officers – patrol parks, pathways and wooded areas of 21 Division * also used at special functions (parades and special events) Mon-Sun 24 hours Add Record Add Record
Map RecordBRA0366Peel Regional Police, 21 Division, Springdale Community Station 51 Mountainash Rd, Unit 6 
Brampton, ON L6R 1W4		 905-456-5860 Community police station * services provided include - traffic complaints * minor thefts * thefts from autos * motor vehicle accidents * landlord & tenant disputes * mischief * lawless public behaviour complaints taken* school problems * found property * neighbour disputes * community issues * crime prevention programs * most incidents where there is no known suspect, with or without a description * any "ongoing" neighbourhood problems * general information or questions * crime prevention information and seminars * landlord-tenant * personal safety * home security * robbery prevention * neighbourhood watch * substance abuse * lost or stolen passport reports taken * seniors safety * business crime watch * community meeting room available for area residents Mon-Sun 9 am-7 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0069Port Credit Community Church 4 Mississauga Rd N 
Mississauga, ON L5H 2H4		 905-274-6564 A non-profit, faith-based facility that provides the following programs (secular and faith based curriculum vary by program): 
RAINBOWS 
Trained facilitators guide kids through divorce, separation and loss.  
(Mon 7 pm - 8:30 pm)  
 
W.E. CARE LUNCH 
Lunch time for those in need. 
(Tues 11:00 am - 1:00 pm) 
 
MOPS 
Support group celebrating and connecting mother of preschoolers. 
(Wed 9:15 am-11 am; child programming provided) 
 
YOUTH GATHERING 
Activities, events, friendships and guidance. 
(Tue. Sr. High 7 pm-9 pm & Thur. Jr. High - 7 pm-9 pm) 
 
COMMUNITY COFFEE TIME 
Coffee and conversation for those in need 
(Thu 9:30 am-11:30 am) 
 
GOOD SENSE BUDGET COURSE 
Learn the principals of financial responsibility  
(Weekend workshops; dates vary) 
 
Other services include on-site internet access (for resource database search), information wall, referral, volunteer recruitment, Community Cupboard (food collection in support of local food bank).		 Tues -Fri 9 am-4 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordMAL0058Punjabi Community Health Services 11730 Airport Rd 
Brampton, ON L6R 0C7		 905-790-0808 Brampton office 
905.677-0889 Malton office		 PCHS is a Health and Social Service not-for-profit and charitable agency which provides a variety of services for the South Asian community including: addiction * mental health * seniors and high risk seniors services * health promotion * domestic violence * women's and men's group programs * group programs for youth and children * parenting programs * In total it provides 24 programs.  
 
PCHS has a partnership with William Osler Hospital to run Diabetes Management educational program at 2980 Drew Road, Unit # 241, Malton.  
 
PCHS also runs other health promotion programs - heart disease * diabetes education * tobacco prevention * Hep C * Stroke * HIV/AIDS * Cancer * Kidney disease * Healthy Eating and lifestyles programs.  
 
PCHS is organizing a five year community development project in Malton called "Malton Community Building Project". 
 
PCHS also provides food bank services for abused women * translation services * media outreach * resource development * and diversity training. 
 
If you would like to volunteer at PCHS or you are a student requesting a student placement, please contact us at 905.790.0808. 
 
PCHS every year undertakes a research study. If you would like to participate, please contact us for your interest in topics.  
 
PCHS has two offices located in Brampton and Malton.  
 
Brampton Office: 905.790.0808 
Malton Office - 905.677.0889  
 
Parenting Programs:  
Every Monday of the week 6 PM to 8 PM at 2980 Drew Road, Unit # 241, Malton 
 
Women's Group: 
2nd Saturday of every month at 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at 11730 Airport Rd, Brampton 
Last Sunday of every month from 1 to 4 PM at 2980 Drew Road, Unit # 241, Malton 
 
Men's Group: 
Every Saturday, 9:30am to 12"30 pm, 135 McLaughlin Road South, Brampton 
 
Senior's programs are run in Brampton, Malton and Mississauga. Please call 905.790.0808 or 905.677.0889 for more information. 
 
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 CAL0016Rainbows     A structured program which provides peer support for children and youth who have suffered a significant loss due to death, separation, divorce, or any other grief or painful transition within the family. The program is not therapy or counselling; it allows children to express their feelings in a comfortable environment.   Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0203Rapport Youth & Family Services 155 Clark Blvd, Unit 11 
Brampton, ON L6T 4G6		 905-455-4100 Aims to strengthen the social and emotional well-being of youth and families through counseling and related support services. 
 
Programs offered:  
* Youth Counseling Program (12-20yrs) confidential, individual counseling; family counseling when requested. A quick response to referrals; client-centered, strength based, brief counseling; group services.  
 
* Counseling Program for Families at Risk Rapport provides office, school or community visits; confidential counseling; counseling for the parent(s) and adolescent; a quick response to referrals; day or evening appointments; group services  
 
* Eclypse Youth Centre(s), Bramalea and Central Brampton 
60 West Dr, Unit 101 
Brampton (Centre for Families) 
A multi-service youth drop-in program for youth (12-24yrs) living in Brampton. (A number of local agencies collaborate in service provision in the centres). The Navigation Series covers topics including: legal, employment, education, housing and healthy living. 
 
* Youth Arts Against Violence (YAAV) Provides an opportunity for young people to use artistic expression as a way to constructively deal with issues of violence in their lives and in the community. Modern Batik art, photography, Photoshop, music production. 
 
 
 Varies with program: 
*Counselling services Mon-Thurs 9am-8pm * Fri 9am- 4:30pm 
*Youth drop-in services, Bramalea 1:00pm - 8:00 pm Mon-Fri. 
*Youth drop-in services, Central Brampton 3:30 pm to 7:00pm Tues-Fri 
 
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Map RecordCDR0079Reach for the Rainbow 20 Torlake Cres 
Toronto, ON M8Z 1B3		 416-503-0088 Reach for the Rainbow (RFTR) is a registered charity serving children and young adults with developmental and physical disabilities from across Ontario. Working with Partners in Integration, Reach for the Rainbow works to provide integrated recreational, respite and outreach opportunities.  
 
The agency's integrated programs are designed to: 
Provide an opportunity for children and youth with physical and/or developmental disabilities living at home to participate in integrated summer camps and community programs; 
Provide training opportunities for camp staff and on-going consultation with parents and campers to help ensure a successful, integrated experience that benefits parents, campers, staff, and community alike; 
Allow the opportunity for respite care in valued settings. Respite strengthens families caring for individuals with disabilities at home and creates a positive impact on their quality of life.		 Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5:00 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0117The Dam ReMax Building 
6850 Millcreek Dr, Suite 109 
Mississauga, ON L5N 4J9		 905-826-6558 The Dam is a community program for youth (13-19yrs). All teens are welcome, free of charge, to come to the drop-in and participate in the programs, regardless of race, creed or colour. The drop-in provides a positive, healthy, encouraging and neutral turf environment that is drug-free and alcohol-free. 
 
The Dam is a safe place where youth can hang out. The drop-in is named 'The Dam', because it is the hope that the drop-in is a dam that stops the flow of teens from becoming homeless street kids in the downtown core of Toronto. It is the goal to be the friends of youth and a resource to help them stay at home, in school and in the community. 
 
DROP-IN PROGRAM 
Offers a safe, fun place where youth can hang-out and get help when they need it. Provides a positive, healthy, encouraging environment for youth by offering free programs welcoming all regardless of race, colour, and creed and developing long-term, caring, consistent, one on one relationships. 
 
YOUNG MOMS' PROGRAM 
Support program which gives young mothers a chance to set and attain goals, care for their children and care for themselves, while being integrated into a caring community. This is accomplished by being a strong support for young mothers and by providing positive relationship building with staff, volunteers and young mothers. 
Services include: 
Individual counseling for young women to talk with a staff member confidentially about any issue or concern 
Assist with housing and job searching 
Referrals to other help agencies 
 
Volunteer opportunities available.		 Office Mon-Fri 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Programs

Mon S
After School Drop-in 3 pm-5 pm
The DFA (DAM Film Association) 7:30 pm-10pm


Tues S
After School Drop-in 3 pm-5 pm
Discussion Forum 4:30 pm-6 pm


WedS
After School Drop-in 3 pm-5:00 pm
Dinner Program 5:30 pm-7 pm
Evening Drop-in 7 pm-9 pm
Young Mom's Dinner Group 5:30 pm-7:30 pm

Thur S
After School Drop-in 3 pm-5:00 pm
Evening Drop-in 7:oopm to 9:00pm Fri S
After School Drop-in 3 pm-5:00 pm
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 CDR0126The Duke of Edinburghs Award, Ontario Office   416-203-2282 Achievement award for young Canadians. Offers opportunities to broaden their interests and experience under adult guidance and assessment through participation in a program of practical, cultural and adventurous activities chosen to suit individuals aptitudes and related to local needs and conditions. 
 
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award fosters self-discipline, enterprise and perseverance in all young people, including young offenders, aboriginal youth, special needs youth. The Award involves comprehensive individual development, self-training and personal achievement, and is based upon individual effort and improvement, taking into account the initial capabilities of the participant. 
 
The Awards mandate is to ensure that all young people, especially Inner-City youth, youth with challenges, rural and northern youth, aboriginal youth and young offenders are provided with the opportunity to participate in the program. 
 
Please see website for further details 
 Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0053The Hospital for Sick Children 555 University Ave 
Toronto, ON M5G 1X8		 General Inquiries 416-813-1500; Patient information/Locating 416-813-6621 The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), affiliated with the University of Toronto, is Canada's most research-intensive hospital and the largest centre dedicated to improving children's health in the country. 
 
* ONTARIO POISON CENTRE 
1-800-268-9017; 416-813-5900  
www.sickkids.ca/poisoninformationcentre/ 
Provides expert poison advice to all of Ontario 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Specialized staff provide phone consultations in the event of a real or potential poisoning, offer support to health-care professionals, educate the public in poison prevention and research best practice for the treatment of poisoning.  
 
* ABOUT KIDS HEALTH FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE 
416-813-5819 
Mon-Fri 10 am-3:30 pm 
www.aboutkidshealth.ca 
A resource centre for patients and families with reliable information on topics influencing child health and family quality of life. 
 
* MOTHERISK PROGRAM 
Motherisk's Home Line 416-813-6780  
Alcohol & Substance Use Helpline 1-877-327-4636 
Nausea & Vomiting Pregnancy Helpline 1-800-436-8477  
HIV & HIV Treatment in Pregnancy 1-888-246-5840  
All phone lines are open Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm 
www.motherisk.org 
A clinical, research and teaching program dedicated to antenatal drug, chemical, and disease risk counselling. Provides evidence-based information and guidance about the safety or risk to the developing fetus or infant, of maternal exposure to drugs, chemicals, diseases, radiation and environmental agents. 
 
* SUSPECTED CHILD ABUSE & NEGLECT PROGRAM (SCAN) 
Main office 416-813-6275; 416-813-6245 
Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm 
Emergency: Mon-Sun 24 hours 416-813-7500 & ask for the SCAN team member on-call 
www.sickkids.ca/scan 
Offers care, support and assessment to children and adolescents who may have been abused. 
 
* INTERNATIONAL PATIENT OFFICE 
416-813-6619 
www.sickkids.ca/internationalprogram 
A single point of contact for all out of country families seeking to arrange treatment for their child. 
 
* HERBIE FUND  
416-813-7234 
Assists children (birth-18yrs) from all over the world who require specialized treatment that is not available in their own country. 
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Map RecordCDR0224Trillium Health Centre, Asthma Education Centre 100 Queensway W 
Mississauga, ON L5B 1B8		 905-848-7653 Offers patients, and their families, a patient-focused team approach to asthma management. The goal is to assist the patient in becoming proactive in the management of their asthma. A registered nurse and a registered respiratory care practitioner assess patients breathing and work with patients and their physicians to identify personal triggers, improve medication techniques and recognize early warning signs. A personal action plan is also developed to facilitate improved asthma management. Mon-Fri 8 am-4:30 pm; hours may vary Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0038Trillium Health Centre, Children's Services 100 Queensway W 
Mississauga, ON L5B 1B8		 905-848-7100 Trillium Health Centre offers one of the largest, most comprehensive childrens programs in the region. Services include: 
 
* Asthma Education Centre 
Offers children and their families information to become more proactive in monitoring and controlling asthma. 
 
* Autism Services  
Trillium Health Centre is a subcontractor for Erinoak, who is the lead agency for a new Autism Initiative. Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI) is provided for children meeting designated criteria. 
 
* Canadian Clinic For Adopted Children  
Offers medical and developmental consultation services to individuals and their families involved in domestic and international adoption. 
 
* Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services  
Provides outpatient mental health services for children, adolescents and their families. 
 
* Children's Emergency Follow-up Consultation Clinic  
Children are seen by a pediatrician within 1-3 days when an urgent referral is made by an Emergency Care Centre physician or by a family physician after children have been seen and discharged from the Emergency Care Centre. 
 
* Children's Procedure Clinic  
Blood tests and other minor procedures are done by pediatric nurses in a child-friendly environment. 
 
* Intensive Care Nursery  
Trillium's Level II Nursery has a 14-bed capacity and provides care to newborns requiring intensive care supporting short-term ventilation of pre-term infants (33wks gestation or greater). Lactation consultants are available to support breastfeeding. 
 
* Kidz Klinic  
Walk-in/after hours clinic provides care for children beyond the hours offered by most pediatricians and family physicians. 
 
* Neonatal Follow-up Clinic  
Offers developmental assessments for infants who have been identified as being potentially at risk for developmental delay. 
 
* Pediatric Diabetes Clinic (REGIONAL PROGRAM) 
A multidisciplinary team helps children and their families to learn about diabetes and how to better manage it. 
 
* Pediatric Outpatient Services (POPS)  
416-521-4120 
150 Sherway Dr, Etobicoke 
A multidisciplinary assessment/treatment program whose team includes occupational therapists, psychologists and speech and language pathologists. Provides assessment, diagnosis and treatment for preschoolers (2-5½yrs) who have developmental disabilities such as autism or Aspergers disorder.  
For residents of Mississauga & West end Etobicoke or surrounding areas whose doctors have admitting privileges at Trillium. 
 
* Pediatric Sexual Assault Service (REGIONAL PROGRAM) 
Provides medical and counseling support to children and their families. 
* Pediatrics Unit: 15-bed inpatient unit provides care and treatment to children (up to 18yrs). 
 
* Peel Behavioral Services 
Offers functional behavioural assessments, individual behavioural programs, brief interventions, consultative assistance, educational sessions, groups and a resource library for children (2yrs & over) and their families. Treatment provided in-home, in daycare settings and in schools. 
Appointment necessary; must be residents of Peel Region. 
 
* Infant and Child Development Services Peel (for children 6yrs & under) 
Offers family-centred intervention to families of infants and young children with developmental risks. Provides in-home or office visits, consultation, assessment and screening. 
 
* SOCIAL WORK  
Provides assessment and counseling to children, adolescents and their families who are coping with physical and/or mental health conditions, hospitalization, conflicts, trauma and loss.  
 
* SURGERY SERVICES  
Provides surgical procedures for children including tonsillectomies, ear tubes, hernia repairs etc.		   Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0064Trillium Health Centre, Children's Services, Social Work 100 Queensway W 
Mississauga, ON L5B 1B8		 905-848-7493 Provides assessment and counseling to children, adolescents and their families who are coping with physical and/or mental health conditions, hospitalization, conflicts, trauma and loss. The service refers to community resources to address health and psycho-social needs post-discharge.   Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0151Trillium Health Centre, Mental Health Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, Mississauga 2085 Hurontario St, 3rd Flr 
Mississauga, ON L5A 4G1		 905-848-7484; Information/Intake 905-451-4655 Provides outpatient services for children and adolescents (up to 19yrs), and their families. Children must have either a diagnosed psychiatric condition, or significant symptoms or unusual behaviour indicative of a psychiatric condition. Treatment may include individual, family or group therapy, psychiatric assessment, psychological testing and medication consultation and follow up. Services also include community outreach, education and collaboration with other agencies and schools. 
 
 
This service is one of six agencies to launch a ONE PHONE NUMBER approach to enable easier access to mental health services in the community for children and youth. 
 
Current waiting period is 2-3 months.		 Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue, Thu 8:30 am-8:30 pm 
Appointments for assessments are scheduled during the day; follow-up appointments are available during the day and Tue & Thu evenings		 Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0230Trillium Health Centre, Women's Health Services, Sexual Assault Care and Domestic Violence Services 100 Queensway W 
Mississauga, ON L5B 1B8		 905-848-7100 The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Services located at Trillium Health Centre are regional programs. This means we see clients from across the Peel Region. Individuals cared for include: 
*Women and men 12 years of age or older who have been sexually assaulted within the last 72 hours  
*Women 16 years of age or older who have incurred recent injuries as a result of domestic violence  
*Children under the age of 12 who have been sexually abused or assaulted (see Paediatric Sexual Assault Services for more information on this topic)  
 
Clients may access this 24-hour, 7-day a week service through our Emergency Department. A specially trained nurse provides one-on-one care including assessment, treatment, documentation of injuries (may include photographing), safety planning, emotional support and information concerning medical, legal and counselling options. This process takes place in the safety and security of a private unit separate from the Emergency Department called Chantel's Place. 
 
Follow-up medical and social work services are available to all patients. 
Counselling Services 
Sexual Assault Survivors 
 
Outpatient counselling by qualified and registered social workers with an expertise in sexual assault is available free of charge to: 
 
survivors of recent sexual assault  
those supporting a survivor of sexual assault, and  
survivors 12 years of age or older who have experienced a peer assault in the past.  
 
Services are available in Mississauga or Brampton.  
 
Domestic Violence Survivors 
 
A formal relationship with Interim Place has been established.  
A Transitional Support Program is available to meet with women to provide support and information on a variety of issues including housing, employment services, income support, job training, immigration, legal services and referrals to long-term counselling.  
As a community-based service, we also provide client advocacy, public and professional training, education and prevention strategies such as Wen-Do courses. In partnership with other community agencies, we work towards providing survivors with a seamless service by our active membership on two coordinating committees - the Peel Committee on Sexual Assault and the Peel Committee Against Woman Abuse. 
 Medical service Mon -Sun 24 hours Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0220Trillium Health Partners - Credit Valley Hospital, Mental Health Services 2200 Eglinton Ave W 
Mississauga, ON L5M 2N1		 905-813-2200 (main switchboard) Multidisciplinary team offers a broad range of educational services to individuals and families, from infancy to adulthood. (Mental Health Services works in conjunction with the Psychology Department and Social Work). 
 
Adult Services include: Start Program, Day Hospital; Schizophrenia Program; Anxiety Disorders Program; Bio-Behavioural Service; Eating Disorders Program; Outpatient Depot Clinic; Inpatient Psychiatry (Unit 2D); Alcohol and Drug Treatment Program. 
 
Other services in conjunction with the Department of Psychology & Department of Social Work include: 
 
IN-PATIENT SERVICES 
Provides psychological evaluation and diagnostic services to psychiatric in-patients in order to assess their emotional state, personality style, and at times, their ability to remember, concentrate and solve problems. 
 
OUT-PATIENT PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES include: 
 
ANXIETY DISORDERS PROGRAM 
Provides diagnostic evaluations (as well as individual and group therapy sessions) to individuals with a wide range of anxiety problems (eg. panic attacks and social anxiety), in order that they may understand and manage their anxiety symptoms more effectively. The treatment provides an alternative, or adjunct to medications. 
 
DEPRESSION GROUP PROGRAM 
Provides psycho-educational groups to depressed patients using the cognitive behavioural therapy model. 
 
S.T.A.R.T. (Short Term Active Reintegration Therapy) Program 
Provides individual and group therapy sessions to individuals with psychiatric conditions. Treatment is designed to enhance social, emotional and occupational functioning through psychological interventions. 
 
OUTPATIENT NEUROPSYCHOLOGY SERVICE 
Provides out-patient neuropsychological assessments to patients referred by psychiatrists, neurologists and geriatricians in Credit Valley Hospital.		 Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0237United Achievers Community Services 36 Queen St E, Lower Level 
Brampton, ON L6V 1A2		 *905-455-6789 The United Achievers Community Services, founded by the United Achievers Club of Brampton, is a non-profit organization primarily serving the African Caribbean community. UACS is committed to strengthening and enhancing the quality of life of families and individuals by providing culturally sensitive preventive social programs, support, resources, education and training. Programs offered include: 
 
VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN PREVENTION PROGRAM 
In an aim toward the elimination and prevention of the conditions that perpetuate violence against women and children, United Achievers provides racially and culturally appropriate services to women and children who are victims/survivors of all forms of violence.  
Program includes:  
Face-to-face Supportive Counseling  
Telephone Crises Intervention  
Women's Support Group  
Accompaniment  
Information & Referrals 
 
LONG TERM CARE PROGRAM 
The Long Term Care Program aims to improve the quality of life of Black and Caribbean seniors. This culturally sensitive program has been successful in relieving loneliness, decreasing isolation, creating social opportunities, providing skills development, enhancing self-esteem and increasing independence.  
Long term care services include:  
Weekly Drop-In  
Counseling  
Accompaniment  
Friendly Visiting  
Health and Nutrition 
 
YOUTH SERVICE CANADA INTERGENERATIONAL PROJECT  
Funded in part by Human Resources Canada, this venture provides services for the Summer Camp offered to local kids 
 
MENTORING PROGRAM 
Enhances and develops the educational, social, creative and intellectual abilities and strengths of students, especially of Black and Caribbean heritage, to their maximum potential. This will enable them to reach for, and obtain, success through the application of excellence in all their endeavors. 
 
Aims and Objectives include: 
To develop and implement a mentoring program that will assist students, primarily of Black and Caribbean heritage, to make valuable learning connections with their schools, their peers and positive adult role models in the community.  
To enable the designated group to develop respect for self/others.  
To provide relevant training and skill development in academic, social, political and economic disciplines.  
To seek support and participation from caring professionals and individuals who are committed to building the community from within.  
To provide purpose and focus for students who are marginalized, and who are underachieving in school and in acceptable social behaviors.  
To provide the opportunity for participants to obtain scholarships towards post-secondary studies  
To build a network of people helping people. 
 
PARENT EDUCATION RESOURCE GROUP 
Offers help if your child is attending school in Peel and you have concerns in any of the following areas: Suspension, Expulsion, School Reports, Parent Council, Learning Disabilities, Course Selection, University/College Selection, School Disciplinary Policy, Attending interviews/hearings. 
 
The program aims to assist parents in:  
Overcoming barriers that inhibit communication and becoming fully involved in the education of their children  
Understanding their rights, accepting responsibilities, and building positive relationships with schools  
Understanding the direct correlation between behaviors in the home and performance in school  
Understanding school policies and disciplinary procedures  
Becoming successful advocates for their children  
Building a network of parents helping parents helping children.  
The program also aims to assist school personnel in:  
Understanding cultural nuances which impede positive communication with parents and students  
Understanding and demonstrating cultural sensitivity when interacting with students  
Adopting non-threatening and non-judgmental approaches in resolving problems 
 
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS 
This is not a babysitting service 
These programs assist students with understanding curriculum material; with the completion of their homework while providing an interesting and stimulating environment. After school programs include:  
Weekly Drop-In  
Tutoring  
Supervising  
Homework Assistance  
Crafts and Activities  
Guest Speakers 
 
WOMEN'S SUPPORT GROUP 
Promotes self-esteem; decision making; coping strategies; parenting & life skills; custody & legal rights; group discussions; guest speakers. Provides free child care to participants. 
 
SENIORS DROP-IN  
A supplementary program of the Long Term Care Program, staffed by trained volunteers and/or Placement Students to provide service to shut-ins or temporarily immobile seniors. 
 
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES  
Members of the general public and/or students from local schools/colleges are afforded the opportunity to do volunteer work with the agency. These people are crucial in enabling the agency to deliver the high level of service expected for the Programs/Services offered. Volunteers are able to upgrade their skill sets to enhance their employability, or gain experience in their area of study. 
 
STUDENT PLACEMENT  
Opportunity offered to students from local high schools/colleges, to assist with the various services/programs offered by United Achievers Community Services. It enables students to gain valuable hands on experience to hone their skills and supplement their area of study. 
 
Other services and programs offered as the need arises.		 *Mon-Thurs 9am -5pm  
*Fri 9am - 5pm		 Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0927Variety-Peel, Children in Motion & Youth in Motion 66 Nottingham Crescent N 
Brampton, ON L6S 4G4		 416-699-7167 ext. 336 Children in Motion & Youth in Motion are programs that introduce children ages 3 to 13 & 14 to 21 to sports and recreational activities. The programs are tailored to the needs of every child in the class, focusing on the fundamentals of physical activity, including balance,  
co-ordination, agility and flexibility. Classes are both integrated and fun. Every child has a chance to develop their fine and gross motor skills through different activities, such as adapted hockey, basketball and obstacle courses. 
 
Children in Motion will focus on children’s activities, themes, music and stories. Activities will be planned to fit the participant’s appropriate age group and will be modified to suit the abilities & interests of those individuals attending. 
Some weeks may involve a “carry over” of themes to allow for skill development the first week, a refresher of skills and possible game the following week. 
 
Youth in Motion will focus on young adult activities, themes, music and sports. Activities will be planned to fit the participant’s appropriate age group and will be modified to suit the abilities & interests of those individuals attending. 
Some weeks may involve a “carry over” of themes to allow for skill development the first week, a refresher of skills and possible game the following week.		 Children in Motion, Tues 6-6:55 pm. 
Youth in Motion Tues, 7-8:30 pm		 Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0367Volunteer MBC, Youth Volunteer Program Community Door Brampton 
7700 Hurontario Street, Unit 601 
Brampton, ON L6Y 4M3		 905-238-2622 Volunteer MBC is a volunteer centre that has been created to foster and develop volunteerism in the Region of Peel, serving the cities of Mississauga and Brampton, and the Town of Caledon, by raising awareness of the power of service.  
 
ChangeTheWorld is a program to encourage and increase youth volunteerism and to encourage and foster a lifelong commitment to volunteerism.  
 
Through various community activities and events, ChangeTheWorld encourages youth to get involved by volunteering, and to be a force for change and for good in their community. 
 
Volunteer MBC promotes and supports volunteerism in an effort to connect all people - youth, seniors, newcomers, corporate groups and others - to meaningful volunteer opportunities.		 Mon-Fri 9am - 5pm Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0201William Osler Health Centre, Brampton Civic Hospital, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Clinic 30A Kennedy Rd S, Ste 200 
Brampton, ON L6W 3E2		 905-453-1160 Provides outpatient treatment to families with children and adolescents (to 18yrs), who are experiencing or are at risk of developing a serous psychiatric disorder. Difficulties may include significant social, emotional, learning and behavioural problems. Services include assessment and treatment through group therapy, limited family and individual therapy, and pharmacological therapy, as well as linkages with schools and community agencies. Intake Mon, Wed, Fri 9 am-12 noon Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCMH0209William Osler Health System, Brampton Civic Hospital, Child and Adolescent Inpatient Units & Day Hospital 2100 Bovaird Dr E 
Brampton, ON L6R 3J7		 905-494-6455 We have three services for children and adolescents: 
 
* A 10-bed inpatient unit and 10-space day hospital that provides comprehensive care to children and adolescents (up to 18yrs), who are experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms. Includes multidisciplinary assessment, initiation of treatment and discharge planning. Admission to the inpatient unit is on a planned, voluntary basis, or as a steo\p-down from the intensive unit.  
 
* A 4-bed short-stay intensive unit for children and adolescents requiring a secure setting.		   Add Record Add Record
Map RecordCDR0240Youth Without Shelter 6 Warrendale Crt 
Etobicoke, ON M9V 1P9		 416-748-0110 Youth Without Shelter is an emergency residence and referral agency serving homeless youth (16-24yrs), providing food, board, and programs in a safe, non-judgmental environment.  
 
Programs and services include: 
* CRISIS PHONE LINE: Counselling and referrals are available 24 hours a day 416-748-0110 
* RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM: provides food, board, counseling, and referrals to health (physical, dental, optical), legal, and other services. 
* STEPS TO SUCCESS PROGRAM: Workshops are run 7 days a week on issues pertaining to life skills (anger management, conflict resolution, budgeting, cooking) and employment skills (job searching skills, resume- and cover-letter writing, interviewing, job retention). 
* HOUSING PROGRAM: Includes workshops and counseling on tenant rights, living with roommates, finding housing, etc. Helps clients coordinate move-ins and is often able to provide donated furniture and kitchen goods. Housing Program workers liaise with landlords and assist in housing searches and placements. 
* STAY-IN-SCHOOL: Designed to support younger residents through the successful completion of their education. Residence, study space, meals, and school supplies are provided. 
* EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM: Provides dedicated counselling for employment assessments; job search; resume writing; interview skill development; and connection to career and shadowing and volunteer opportunities. 
* CONTINUING SUPPORT: Offers support to former residents through The Supper Club that meets every other week, offering dinner, a take-home food package, hygiene products, and counseling. Counseling, referral services, and workshops are all made available to former residents.		 Mon-Sun 24 hours Add Record Add Record