Community Messages

The Volunteer Halton Youth Engagement Research Team is doing research to understand the facilitators and barriers to volunteerism and civic engagement among youth aged 14 to 24 in the City of Burlington.

Led by a team of 10 youth, the Youth Engagement Research Team wants to know more about what young people are looking for in terms of volunteering and what might get in the way of a positive volunteering experience. We are collecting feedback from the youth that live and/or attend school in Burlington because we believe that their voices should be heard in matters that pertain to them, and that includes volunteering and community service! 

As of August 22 we are at 350 surveys!  

PLEASE HELP US REACH AS MANY YOUTH AS POSSIBLE BY SHARING THIS EMAIL AND/OR THE SURVEY LINK WITH

YOUTH IN YOUR NETWORKS.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Survey closes September 21, 2025

Go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YR227Z7 to complete the survey.

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistics and persons with learning differences. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to prepare for, find and keep a job.

The program is run at TechPlace in Burlington on Tuesday's from 930am - 3pm. Please visit Sperocanada.ca /employmentworks to learn more and fill out our contact form. A team member will be in touch to start the intake process!

The Volunteer Halton Youth Engagement Research Team is doing research to understand the facilitators and barriers to volunteerism and civic engagement among youth aged 14 to 24 in the City of Burlington.

Led by a team of 10 youth, the Youth Engagement Research Team wants to know more about what young people are looking for in terms of volunteering and what might get in the way of a positive volunteering experience. We are collecting feedback from the youth that live and/or attend school in Burlington because we believe that their voices should be heard in matters that pertain to them, and that includes volunteering and community service! 

As of August 22 we are at 350 surveys!  

PLEASE HELP US REACH AS MANY YOUTH AS POSSIBLE BY SHARING THIS EMAIL AND/OR THE SURVEY LINK WITH

YOUTH IN YOUR NETWORKS.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Survey closes September 21, 2025

Go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YR227Z7 to complete the survey.

The Volunteer Halton Youth Engagement Research Team is doing research to understand the facilitators and barriers to volunteerism and civic engagement among youth aged 14 to 24 in the City of Burlington.

Led by a team of 10 youth, the Youth Engagement Research Team wants to know more about what young people are looking for in terms of volunteering and what might get in the way of a positive volunteering experience. We are collecting feedback from the youth that live and/or attend school in Burlington because we believe that their voices should be heard in matters that pertain to them, and that includes volunteering and community service! 

As of August 22 we are at 350 surveys!  

PLEASE HELP US REACH AS MANY YOUTH AS POSSIBLE BY SHARING THIS EMAIL AND/OR THE SURVEY LINK WITH

YOUTH IN YOUR NETWORKS.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Survey closes September 21, 2025

Go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YR227Z7 to complete the survey.

The Volunteer Halton Youth Engagement Research Team is doing research to understand the facilitators and barriers to volunteerism and civic engagement among youth aged 14 to 24 in the City of Burlington.

Led by a team of 10 youth, the Youth Engagement Research Team wants to know more about what young people are looking for in terms of volunteering and what might get in the way of a positive volunteering experience. We are collecting feedback from the youth that live and/or attend school in Burlington because we believe that their voices should be heard in matters that pertain to them, and that includes volunteering and community service! 

As of August 22 we are at 350 surveys!  

PLEASE HELP US REACH AS MANY YOUTH AS POSSIBLE BY SHARING THIS EMAIL AND/OR THE SURVEY LINK WITH

YOUTH IN YOUR NETWORKS.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Survey closes September 21, 2025

Go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YR227Z7 to complete the survey.

The Volunteer Halton Youth Engagement Research Team is doing research to understand the facilitators and barriers to volunteerism and civic engagement among youth aged 14 to 24 in the City of Burlington.

Led by a team of 10 youth, the Youth Engagement Research Team wants to know more about what young people are looking for in terms of volunteering and what might get in the way of a positive volunteering experience. We are collecting feedback from the youth that live and/or attend school in Burlington because we believe that their voices should be heard in matters that pertain to them, and that includes volunteering and community service! 

As of August 22 we are at 350 surveys!  

PLEASE HELP US REACH AS MANY YOUTH AS POSSIBLE BY SHARING THIS EMAIL AND/OR THE SURVEY LINK WITH

YOUTH IN YOUR NETWORKS.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Survey closes September 21, 2025

Go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YR227Z7 to complete the survey.

The Volunteer Halton Youth Engagement Research Team is doing research to understand the facilitators and barriers to volunteerism and civic engagement among youth aged 14 to 24 in the City of Burlington.

Led by a team of 10 youth, the Youth Engagement Research Team wants to know more about what young people are looking for in terms of volunteering and what might get in the way of a positive volunteering experience. We are collecting feedback from the youth that live and/or attend school in Burlington because we believe that their voices should be heard in matters that pertain to them, and that includes volunteering and community service! 

As of August 22 we are at 350 surveys!  

PLEASE HELP US REACH AS MANY YOUTH AS POSSIBLE BY SHARING THIS EMAIL AND/OR THE SURVEY LINK WITH

YOUTH IN YOUR NETWORKS.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Survey closes September 21, 2025

Go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YR227Z7 to complete the survey.

Please join us for a special presentation by one of our Ubunutu Grandwomen. Judi Scetta will share stories and reflections from her recent journey to South Africa and Eswanti. Come and hear about the powerful connections, the resilience of the women she met and the inspiring ways the Grandmothers Campaign is uplifting communities and strengthening the bonds of solidarity. 

RSVP: ubuntugrandwomen@gmail.com

Donations are Welcome  ALL proceeds to the Stephen Lewis Foundation 

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistics and persons with learning differences. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to prepare for, find and keep a job.

The program is run at TechPlace in Burlington on Tuesday's from 930am - 3pm. Please visit Sperocanada.ca /employmentworks to learn more and fill out our contact form. A team member will be in touch to start the intake process!

The Canadian Club of Halton (CCH) is pleased to host Ted Barris speaking on “Battle of Britain – Canadian Airmen in Their Finest Hour”. Ted is an award-winning journalist, author, and broadcaster. His writing has regularly appeared in the national press, and magazines as diverse as Air Force, esprit de corps and Zoomer. He has also worked as host/contributor for most CBC Radio network programs, NPR in the U.S. and on TV Ontario. He taught journalism at Toronto’s Centennial College for 18 years.

Last fall, just as Ted’s new book Battle of Britain: Canadians in Their Finest Hour became a national bestseller, he was invited to Rideau Hall in Ottawa for his investiture as a Member of the Order of Canada, “for advancing our understanding of Canadian military history as an acclaimed historical author, journalist and broadcaster.”

The Canadian Club of Halton presents a dynamic forum to explore issues that matter most to Canada. It provides a welcoming social environment for inquisitive, influential, and engaged Canadians. The Canadian Club is an opportunity for all who share a keen interest in contemporary Canadian life and who seek context, perspective and a deeper level of understanding. The club promotes Canadian identity by providing notable, knowledgeable and celebrated speakers on a wide variety of subjects. It is a volunteer-driven not-for-profit organization. For more information, please visit www.canadianclubhalton.ca

The Oakville Historical Society is proud to participate In Culture Days, a national celebration of arts and culture. Join us to explore interactive demonstrations and learn about the life of early settlers at The Thomas House, built in 1829 as the original home of The Thomas Family, and now furnished and presented as a pioneer home of the 1830 -1840s. 

Join us for some old fashioned Fall fun!

• Homemade baking and preserves
• ”Pioneer Pics” - old time Photo Booth
• Crafts and activities and more! 

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistics and persons with learning differences. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to prepare for, find and keep a job.

The program is run at TechPlace in Burlington on Tuesday's from 930am - 3pm. Please visit Sperocanada.ca /employmentworks to learn more and fill out our contact form. A team member will be in touch to start the intake process!

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistics and persons with learning differences. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to prepare for, find and keep a job.

The program is run at TechPlace in Burlington on Tuesday's from 930am - 3pm. Please visit Sperocanada.ca /employmentworks to learn more and fill out our contact form. A team member will be in touch to start the intake process!

Celebrate Halloween with Oakville Historical Society Ghost Walks through Old Oakville. Join ghost characters from the 1800s for family friendly fun and learning about Oakville's history, followed by light refreshments and discussions.

Ghost Walks run daily at 6:30 and 8:00pm excluding Sundays.

Tickets must be purchased in advance. See our website for full details.

EmploymentWorks is a proven program that offers employment preparedness training and support, combined with job sampling and hands-on or simulated work experiences to autistics and persons with learning differences. The program is designed for individuals who want to enter or return to the workforce, and who are willing to develop and practice the skills necessary to prepare for, find and keep a job.

The program is run at TechPlace in Burlington on Tuesday's from 930am - 3pm. Please visit Sperocanada.ca /employmentworks to learn more and fill out our contact form. A team member will be in touch to start the intake process!

Celebrate Halloween with Oakville Historical Society Ghost Walks through Old Oakville. Join ghost characters from the 1800s for family friendly fun and learning about Oakville's history, followed by light refreshments and discussions.

Ghost Walks run daily at 6:30 and 8:00pm excluding Sundays.

Tickets must be purchased in advance. See our website for full details.