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www.insideHALTON.com | OAKVILLE BEAVER | Thursday, October 27, 2016 | 36 Trillium grant money invested in priority areas and youths continued from p.34 YMCA of Oakville Board Chair Michael Shaen told guests. "Thanks to this initial grant, by the end of 2015 we were able to offer a total of 33 free programs serving 2,300 people that were identified by the Priority Neighbourhoods Project in Kerr Village, Dorval community, Clearview community and the Sixth Line and Elm Road area," he said. "These programs, many of which are focused on physical activity and the arts, were designed with the healthy development of children, youths and families in mind and to combat some of today's most pressing social issues." The latest funding will help the Y meet changing needs and offer free, accessible programs to more people. The programs remove participation barriers caused by financial and transportation issues. The YMCA has also connected with local school boards and other community partners to build on programs within the four priority neighbourhoods, according to Teresa Rinaldi, Y manager of community initiatives. Youth Engagement Initiatives -- Just the Guys, Together As Girls (TAG), Youth Leaders, Newcomer Youth Leaders and Halton Sport Leadership -- will run at more locations to "build skills within youths and give them service learning opportunities and job-readiness skills," she said. Emmanuel said OTF doled out cash four years ago to help the Priority Neighbourhoods Project get started. "It feels good today to be here to help you expand it and take it to the next level with the $250,000 grow grant you received in March." OTF , one of the largest granting foundations in Canada, supports nearly 1,000 projects annually in Ontario. He applauded the Y's strong business case for both its Priority Neighbourhoods Project and Youth Engagement Initiative. The latter helps youths realize their potential through leadership training, skills development, employment readiness and mentoring. YMCA of Oakville President and CEO Kyle Barber said it's exciting for the YMCA of Oakville to boost its impact in the community. "Thanks to this funding provided by the foundation, our Youth Engagement Initiative will help create experiences among young adults to create healthy, active living, build assets and develop leadership skills," he said. Iroquois Ridge High School student Thomas Evans shared his experience of the programs. 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"Thanks to two grants from the Ontario Trillium Foundation, the YMCA of Oakville will be able to offer programs for young people in our community, especially those facing barriers, to develop strong social, emotional, and leadership skills," he said. "We are fortunate in our community to have organizations like the YMCA that offer such inclusive programming so that everyone has an opportunity to succeed." He said the Y has become the "go to" organization that is always ready, willing and able to make positive change in the community. Naidoo-Harris told youths, "We're here because we're trying to do what we can to give you the support and services to help you all get the healthy start in life." For more information, visit www. ymcaofoakville.org. www.gasfixrepair.homestars.com Private Functions for Christmas with early bookings Cut and Save! You never know when you will need us! 10% off 10% off with early bookings Corporate Functions Now borrow up to $15,000 with an Installment Loan. 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