Malton Youth Centre
Malton Community Building Project
sunny
Friday, 02 July 2010 23:56

Malton Community Building Project is a five year community development project funded by Ontario Trillium Foundation. The project aims to mobilize youth to engage in civic engagement and also develop an expressive arts studio so that the Malton Youth are engaged in creative work. The project also looks at engaging the parents and educate them about the school system. The parents would also participate in parenting sessions.

The project also aims to build a coalition between the South Asian and the Black community. If you would like to participate in this project, please contact Prabhjot, the Project Coordinator at 905.677.0889.

She can also be contacted via email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The following activities are underway:

- set up an advisory committee

- set up a youth group at Lincoln Alexander Secondary School

- organize parenting sessions

- train parents to become peer leaders

- and much more activities will be forthcoming..........................
 
Malton Youth Centre Program
sunny
Wednesday, 26 May 2010 17:03

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What is the Malton Youth Centre Program?

 

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Who can benefit?

 

Youth 12 to 24 years of age

 

What are the major benefits?

 

The benefits are substantial and include:

Services are in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu

 

The Youth are helped through:

Expressive Arts Studio

Mentoring Program

Drop-in Programs

One to one Counseling

Group Counseling

 

How are referrals made?

 

Referrals are made by calling 905.677.0889. Community Based Agencies, Probation Officers, Lawyers, Religious leaders, Parents, Family Members, Family Physicians and individuals may make a referral.

 

Where is the Program located?

 

The program is located at 2829 Derry Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4T 1A5

 

What are the hours of operation?

 

Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with extended hours based on clients’ availability.

 

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