Community Outreach Programs
EMPLOYMENT Mentorship/Internship/Co-Op Placements
Depending on the employer, clients applying for the Mentorship program are given an opportunity to work full time for upto 12/14 weeks. Employers will pay a stipend amount during the placement. Candidates gain Canadian experience and may often receive a job offer on completion of the program.
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COMPUTER RECYCLING PROGRAM - Proud to announce the recycling of 400 Free Computers to the Community Agencies to date.
We have just introduced the Computer Recycling program distributing new or used computers (Pentium 3 and laptops) FREE OF COST to people from diverse groups (persons with disabilities, visible minorities, aboriginal and youth from prisons, after school programs, new immigrants) through a network of over 500 Non Profit organizations and various community centres across Ontario. We are making an appeal to the corporate sector to consider our Computer Recycling program as a means of giving back to the community and reducing landfills, by donating functional computers, printers, scanners for FREE distribution to the diverse groups we serve. Transportation cost does apply.
Drop Off dates: Fridays only by appointment Time: Between 1pm and 2:00pm
Drop Off Locations: East 28 Estate Dr, Toronto (South of 401 on Markham Road. 1st right Progress Road, 1st right again at Petro Gas station on Estate Dr.)
Downtown 500 Keele St. Toronto, ON. M6N 3C9
COMING SOON - 2 more locations are being set up in Vaughan and Mississauga.
Thank you for supporting our Recycling program and supporting our community.
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PRISON OUTREACH
Working with inmates and their families. Creating alternatives that empower inmates and help enhance their lifestyle of reintegration into the community. Counselling, Training, Job re-entry program, Free computers, Employment.
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SUPER SAVER REDESIGNER FASHIONS
In partnership with Value Village across Canada; you can select 4 corporate sets of clothing for men/women @ 40.00. Wheel Chair accessibility available at all stores. http://www.valuevillage.com/aboutus/storelocator.php _______________________________________________________________________________
VOLUNTEER TAX PREPARATION CLINICS
Find out if you are eligible to attend a clinic and get help with your tax return.
If you are unable to complete your income tax and benefit return by yourself and are unable to pay for assistance, our Community Volunteer Income Tax Program may be for you.
CRA offers training to volunteers who can help you complete your income tax and benefit return if your income is low and your tax situation is simple.
Volunteers do not complete income tax and benefit returns for deceased persons, bankrupt individuals, or individuals who have capital gains or losses, employment expenses, or business or rental income and expenses.
Volunteer tax preparation clinics are offered between February and April of each year in various locations across Canada. For more information about this free service, call us at 1-800-959-8281.
You can also get information from any community organization in your area that particpates in this program.
http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tax/individuals/volunteer/clinics/on-e.html _______________________________________________________________________________
COMMUNITY CENTRE MAKE OVER
Renovation of Community Centre Facilities. Upgrade and modifications to interior of your organization or center. Ask for our FREE professional consultants to assist with design. Program in partnership with U of T. _______________________________________________________________________________
MATCH THE DOLLAR PROGRAM
Community youth, moms at home and individuals looking to earn an additional wage can register for this program. Match the dollar allows you to double your earned dollar and utilize the money toward your scholarship, your family or if you wish to donate it back to the community programs. _______________________________________________________________________________
CORPORATE EMPLOYEE DAY
Employees of organizations volunteer their time or dedicate a specific day in a team effort, to help in your community. Plant trees, Help with construction at Habitat for Humanity, Repair youth bikes, Paint a recreation hall in your community. _______________________________________________________________________________
MUSIC FOR ALL AGES (Guitar, Drums, Piano, Violin)
Available through Community Centres in Armadale Community Centre, Kennedy Community Centre, Woodside Community Centre. _______________________________________________________________________________ For more information email info@communityoutreach.ca
