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Service Description:
* Social planning and development of social and health services in North Toronto
* Identify gaps in services and initiate programs in North Toronto area partnership with other local and Toronto-wide organizations
* Community information and referral services offered in person and by telephone
* North Toronto Community Internet Access Site with four computer work stations available for public use; made possible through a grant from Industry Canada's C.A.P. (Community Access Program)
* Provide free Internet, E-mail and Scanner classes
* On-line Job Bank and employment related resources
* Computer, fax machine, copier; babysitting binders and bulletin boards for job search activities
* Registries - Babysitting and Nanny registry, In-Home Registry, Tutors, Training/Seminars/Workshops, and Volunteer Opportunities
* Income Tax Clinics by appointment
* Assistance with some applications and information on landlord/tenant issues
* The Toronto Rent Bank: a program that offers interest-free loans for families facing eviction.
* The Toronto Winter Warmth Fund: grants up to $450 to low-income house holds in arrears with Toronto Hydro or Enbridge Gas Distribution.
* "The Great Garden Adventure" - Children's Gardening Program since 2004
* Publications: North Toronto Child Care Directory, Student Volunteers Resource Guide, Seniors' Caregiver Handbook
* Workshops and events offered to address community issues e.g. Affordable Housing
* Registries – Babysitting and Nanny Registry, In-Home Care Registry, Tutors, Employment Training/Seminars/Workshops, Support groups and Volunteer Opportunities
(All programs and services provided free of charge unless otherwise indicated.)