We will work together to make York Region a Character Community by nurturing positive character attributes. The Character Community Organization Program is for community clubs, associations and organizations that want to be part of the character initiative and continue to build partnerships within their own communities and with others throughout the municipalities and the Region.

Assisting young people throughout York Region to find relevant volunteer opportunities.

Ontario Works provides financial assistance and certain benefits for qualified low income people. Eligibility is based on financial need. LOCATIONS - GEORGINA Office, 24262 Woodbine Avenue, Keswick, L4P 3E9. TELEPHONE - (905) 989-1883 or (705) 437-2133. NEWMARKET Office - 62 Bayview Parkway, Newmarket, L3Y 3W3. TELEPHONE - (905) 895-5166 or (905) 881-2524. VAUGHAN Office, 3901 Highway 7, Suite 501, Woodbridge, L4L 6B2. TELEPHONE - (905) 850-3490 or (416) 741-3536. RICHMOND HILL Office - 50 High Tech Road, 3rd. Floor, Richmond Hill, L4B 4N7. TELEPHONE - (905) 762-2095 or 1 (866) 208-0049. WEB SITE - http://york.cioc.ca/details.asp?RSN=12723

AAAC is pleased to provide service to unemployed Internationally Trained Professionals, Trades People and Newcomers who are working less than an average of 20 hours per week; and who are actively seeking and available to accept full-time employment, or are in receipt of a notice of imminent lay-off, or who must leave their current occupation due to medical reasons. In the case of persons with disabilities, who are unable to work full-time, and are actively seeking increased employment, we will help you navigate through the credential accreditation process. LOCATION - 1118 Centre Street, Unit 23, Thornhill, L4J 7R9. TELEPHONE - (905) 762-0578 or Toll-free Multilingual Language Line 1 (877) 986-5465.

We are a community based agency whose purpose is to reduce and/or eliminate the misuse of alcohol, drugs and problem gambling and the related effects on the families and communities of York Region.

The Regional Municipality of York is made up of a confederation of nine municipalities and provides services to over 850,000 residents, 25,000 businesses and 395, 000 employees. LOCATION - 17250 Yonge Street, Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 6Z1. TELEPHONE - (905) 895-1231 or 1 (877) 464-YORK (9675).

Assists immigrants with settlement and integration into Canadian society through information and referral services, employment, settlement counselling programs in both York Region School Boards, community workshops and advocacy. Services are available in over 20 languages. LOCATION - 21 Dunlop St, Suite 101, Richmond Hill, L4C 2M6. TELEPHONE - (905) 770-7040 or 1 (80) 263-2075. E MAIL - ccsyr@ccsyr.org

Provides immigrant families with settlement and integration services, including: supportive counselling, information and referral, employment services, job search workshops, English and language training, volunteer service, community education and outreach, early years education, youth services and recreational activities. LOCATION - 7828 Kennedy Rd, Suite 228, Markham, L3R 5P1, (York Regional Office). TELEPHONE - (905) 474-5092. LOCATION - 5000 Highway #7 E, Unit 450, Upper Level, Markville Mall (across from postal service near Sears), Markham, L3R 4M9. TELEPHONE - (905) 474-1275. E MAIL - cics@cicscanada.com

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Chinese Family Services of Ontario (CFSO) is a non-profit, charitable, professional family services agency with a focus on Chinese Canadians. Our ultimate goal is to offer both linguistically and culturally sensitive counselling and family services that will enhance the functioning and enrich the quality of life of individuals and families. Employee Assistance Program - Youth Services Program - and many other services.

Supporting people with an intellectual disability to live, learn, work and fully participate in the community. LOCATION - RICHMOND HILL Office, 101 Edward Ave, Richmond Hill, L4C 5E5. TELEPHONE - (905) 884-9110. E MAIL - info@ysacl.on.ca. MARKHAM & STOUFFVILLE Office, 144 Main Street North, Units 5 & 6, Markham, L3P 5T3. TELEPHONE - (905) 294-4971. VAUGHAN Office (serving Vaughan, King, Thornhill), 136 Winges Road, #6, Woodbridge, L4L 6C3. TELEPHONE - (905) 771-0011.

Services offered by COSTI include - Children and Youth - Family & Mental Health - Housing - Language Training - Problem Gambling - Seniors - Settlement/Citizenship - Skills Training - Vocational Rehablitation - Women - Employment (CAREER PLANNING and EMPLOYMENT PLACEMENT SERVICES. EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMS FOR NEWCOMERS & INTERNATIONALLY TRAINED INDIVIDUALS - EMPLOYMENT ASSESSMENT - EMPLOYMENT RESOURCE CENTRES - YOUTH EMPLOYMENT - JOB FINDING CLUB). LOCATION - COSTI Vaughan Centre, 7800 Jane Street, Concord, Ontario, L4K 4R6. TELEPHONE - (905) 669-5627. E MAIL - vaughan@costi.org. Staff at this location speak Amharic, Arabic, Assyrian, French, Ga, German, Hebrew, Italian, Oromo, Polish, Sign Language, Spanish, and Twi. MARKHM COSTI - 4961 Hwy 7 E, Markham, ON L3R 1N1. TELEPHONE - (905) 947-0172

FSYR provides affordable professional counselling to individuals (children, adolescents and adults), couples and families who are experiencing personal and behavioural difficulties, stressful life situations and/or relationship distress; conducts community/school based outreach programs and family life education groups; and offers specialized programs to assist individuals in stopping domestic violence. LOCATIONS - NEWMARKET, 1091 Gorham Street, Suite 202, L3Y 7V1. TELEPHONE - (905) 895-2371. RICHMOND HILL, 10610 Bayview Avenue, Unit 18, L4C 3N8. TELEPHONE - (905) 883-6572. MARKHAM - 4261 Highway 7, Suite 203, Unionville, L3R 1L5. TELEPHONE - (905) 415-9719. GEORGINA - Box 8, 25202 Warden Avenue, Sutton West, L0E 1R0. TELEPHONE - (905) 476-3611. RICHMOND HILL - 10610 Bayview Avenue, Unit 18, L4C 3N8. TELEPHONE - (905) 883-6572

Human Endeavour has worked to promote diversity by founding a community group whose membership is open to all members of the South Asian community, regardless of their country of origin and religion. Human Endeavour has also collaborated with other seniors and community groups to create interaction between the South Asian and other communities. Services provided - COMPUTER TRAINING - NEW HORIZON Socio-Economic Project for South Asian Immigrants - WORKSHOPS. LOCATION - Human Endeavour, 47 Johnswood Cres., Woodbridge, L4H 2K7. TELEPHONE - (905) 832-6842.

Supports the healthy development of individuals, families and community through prevention, protection counselling, education and advocacy. Services include Family Resource Centre for preschoolers and caregivers, specialized programming, school social work programs, woman abuse program, child welfare, groups and counselling. LOCATION - 1 Promenade Circle, Suite 313, Thornhill, L4J 4P8. TELEPHONE - (905) 882-2331. E MAIL - mauerbach@jfandcs.com

Provides persons with learning disabilities or attention deficit disorder, families and professionals with ongoing support, resources, advocacy, self-help groups, parent, social, vocational training and educational programs. LOCATION - 11181 Yonge St, Suite 221, Richmond Hill, L4S 1L2. TELEPHONE - (905) 884-7933. E MAIL - info@ldayr.org

Meta Centre is an innovative and highly successful not-for-profit charitable institution and community developmental services agency with more than 20 years experience serving children and adults with special needs in the Greater Toronto Area. Our services are tailored to respect and meet the individual needs of people with developmental disabilities, including those persons with dual diagnoses and multiple disabilities. These are provided through our multi-lingual Day Services, Residential Services, Supported Individual Living, Social Work Services, and Respite Services. LOCATIONS - VAUGHAN, 201 Millway Avenue, Unit 10, Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 5K8. TELEPHONE - (905) 660-0333. RICHMOND HILL - 10 West Pearce Street, Unit 8, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 1B6. TELEPHONE - (905) 771-6843

Many people with disabilities can and do want to work. Employment Supports is a component of the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) designed for eligible people with disabilities to help overcome barriers to employment. This is a voluntary program that helps eligible people with disabilities prepare for, find and keep a job in their community. You do not have to be in receipt of ODSP Income Support to qualify for Employment Supports. ELIGIBILITY - You may qualify for Employment Supports if you have a physical or mental disability that is expected to last a year or more and which makes it hard for you to find or keep a job - willing and able to work - living in Ontario - legally able to work in Canada - 16 years of age or older - You may also qualify if you are currently working, but are having difficulty keeping your job because of your disability. For more information, you can contact the Ministry of Community and Social Services ODSP Employment Supports office nearest you. TO APPLY YOU WILL NEED - ODSP Employment Supports - Instructions on completing and submitting your application - ODSP Employment Supports - Application package. LOCATION - Ministry of Community and Social Services, Central East Region, 465 Davis Drive, Newmarket, Ontario, L3Y 8T2 (Area Served - Durham, Haliburton, Northumberland, Peterborough, Simcoe, Kawartha Lakes , York). TELEPHONE - (905) 868-8900, TTY - (905) 715-7759, TOLL FREE - 1 (877) 669-6658. WEBSITE - http://www.mcss.gov.on.ca/mcss/english/pillars/social/odsp-is-directives/ODSP_incomesupport.htm

OHCC is an incorporated registered charity, whose mission is "to work with the diverse communities of Ontario to strengthen their social, environmental and economic well-being".

We have been helping people with disabilities for more than 55 years. Employment - Specialized Business Services - SES (Strategic Employment Services) ? Toronto and York Region - Assessments - Skills training and job placement - Employment Services cover your job search from beginning to end - 80% of people we served last year found employment - we find you the right job first, then make sure you have the proper training to keep it - we work with hundreds of employers - Employment Specialist - our offices are accessible. LOCATION - 13311 Yonge Street, Unit 202, Oak Ridges, L4E 3L6. TELEPHONE - (905) 773-4411

Pathways inspires and empowers young people in crisis to turn their lives around. Services include a residential program for adolescents 16-19 years, providing counselling, life skills support, employment support and preparation for independent living. Family Resource Centres provide drop-in playgroups, parent/caregiver resources, and toy lending libraries at 7 locations, 7 days a week. Home Base, a drop-in centre for homeless youth, provides food and support five days a week from 1-8 p.m. LOCATION - Unit 308, 135-137 Main Street North, Markham, L3P 1Y2. TELEPHONE - (905) 471-7877. E MAIL - reception@pathwaysyorkregion.org. HOME BASE YOUTH DROP IN CENTRE - 10944 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill, L4C 3E4. TELEPHONE - (905) 884-3070. E MAIL - reception@pathwaysyorkregion.org

Looking for a job? Out of work and out of school? Seneca has employment services available to any unemployed individual. We can develop and support your return to work action plan that fits into the changing labour market of today. Seneca offers a multitude of services geared to you, whether you are a youth, unemployed or an experienced worker. EMPLOYMENT RESOURCE CENTRES - Walk-in employment and community centres are available to help in your job search. Special equipment for people with disabilities (e.g., TTY machine and Zoomtext option on computer screens). EMPLOYMENT ASSESSMENT CENTRES - offer you one-on-one employment advice. If you are currently receiving Employment Insurance (EI) or have received Employment Insurance benefits within the past three years (five years for maternity), you may be eligible for various training programs sponsored by the Government of Canada. PROGRAMS OFFERED BY VARIOUS SENECA LOCATIONS - JOB CONNECT - SUMMER JOBS SERVICES - ONTARIO SELF EMPLOYMENT BENEFIT PROGRAM (SEB) - BUSINESS SERVICES - APPRENTICESHIP - ACADEMIC UPGRADING - UPGRADING YOUR SKILLS - SERVICES FOR NEWCOMERS AND INTERNATIONALLY TRAINED PROFESSIONALS - MENTORSHIP PROGRAM - ESSENTIAL SKILLS RESOURCE CENTRE and TESTING OF WORKPLACE ESSENTIAL SKILLS (TOWES) - FREE ESSENTIAL SKILLS BUILDER PROGRAM. LOCATIONS - MARKHAM EAST CENTRE, 6061 Highway 7, Unit G, Markham (east of Markham Road on the south side). TELEPHONE - (905) 201-8662 - MARKHAM BUSINESS CENTRE/CENTRE FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP, 10 Allstate Parkway, Markham. TELEPHONE - (416) 491-5050, Ext. 7332 - NEWMARKET CENTRE, 16655 Yonge St., Unit 3, Newmarket (Weston Produce Plaza). TELEPHONE - (905) 898-6199.

Maytree works to combat systemic poverty and build strong civic communities in Canada. Because immigration and urbanization are powerful forces in Canadian society, Maytree?s work supports the settlement of refugees and immigrants in cities. A large portion of Maytree?s work focuses on the development of leaders and organizations to promote healthy civic communities.

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A community-based, non-profit, charitable organization offering services which include transitional support (helps women make a successful transition to a life free from violence); individual counselling; poverty relief services (including a food room and clothing depot); food security workshops, groups; and the Enterprising Women program/course (providing entrepreneurial development/training for women planning to start their own business). LOCATION - 15208 Yonge St, Suite 1A, Aurora, L4G 1L9. TELEPHONE - (905) 727-5837. E MAIL - admin@wcyr.ca