Quick Facts

Service type: Youth; Employment, Women, Newcomers
Eligibility: Participants in the Toronto Youth Job Corps program delivered by JVS, Arab Community Centre of Toronto, West Scarborough Neighbourhood Community Centre or Youth Employment Services
Delivery: Virtual and in-person
815 Danforth Ave. , 1533 Victoria Park Ave. and 2930 Lake Shore Blvd W
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Fee: Free
Program dates: Year-round

Program Description

Our team provides Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC) participants with case counselling to navigate life challenges and help them succeed in the program.

 

 

Registration

To register, please contact WoodGreen or your TYJC program provider.

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Contact us using the information below to register or for more information about the program.

 

Contact information

Genese Bagot

Case Counsellor Specialist

(437) 980-9214
[email protected]

Location

815 Danforth Ave.
Toronto, ON
M4J 1L2

1533 Victoria Park Ave.
Toronto, ON
M1L 2T3

2930 Lake Shore Blvd W.
Toronto, ON
M8V 1J4

Hours

Monday to Friday
9:00AM to 5:00PM

Program Partners

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