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Thrive: Volunteers for Community Harmony Project

(Regional Service Placement Program)

Our project, Thrive: Volunteers for Community Harmony, is funded by the Canada Service Corps (CSC) program. The Social Planning Council of Peel (SPCP) is implementing this project to make a positive impact on the community while providing valuable experiences for youth.

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First icon is CEO's message to the youth and second icon is the registration form

Meet the Facilitators for Thrive Project

A picture of Robin Clipsham, one of the facilitators for Thrive Project, and description about her work experience
A description of the work experience of Daniel Kirilo, one of the facilitators for Thrive Project,
A picture of Peter Mikhail, one of the facilitators for Thrive Project, and description about his work experience
A picture of Deann Degruijter, one of the facilitators for Thrive Project, and description about her work experience
A picture of Maja Ardal, one of the facilitators for Thrive Project, and description about her work experience
A picture of Dr. Sunanda M. Panda, one of the facilitators for Thrive Project, and description about her work experience
A picture of Baldev Mutta, one of the facilitators for Thrive Project, and description about his work experience

Upcoming Workshops for Thrive Youth Project

June 4

2024

Safe Use of Social Media for Seniors - Hindu Heritage Centre Seniors Club

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April 4

2025

Personal Growth and Physical Health Workshop - Rahul Kambhampati

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June 3

2025

Learning How to Practice Community Workshop - Dr. Bethany Osborne

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June 14

2025

Essential Information for Newcomer Families Workshop - Syed Warris

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June 28

2025

Lessons From The Land Workshop - Dr. Bethany Osborne & Christine McCormack

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September 6

2025

What's fair? Let's Compare Workshop - Karrol McBurnie and Samantha Lewis

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September 20

2025

Effective Decision Making for Young Leaders Workshop - Jaspreet Kaur

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September 27

2025

The Advantages of Mindfulness Workshop - Isabelle Franco Guevara

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September 30

2025

Mastering the Art of Presentation Design Workshop - Dr. Rupa Misra

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October 11

2025

Importance of Research in Leadership & Public Policy Workshop - Professor Ferzana

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November 8

2025

Speak Up for What You Believe In Workshop - Dr. Bethany Osborne

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November 29

2025

Self Awareness and Self Regulation Workshop - Thanuja Thananayagam

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December 17

2025

Disabilities 101 Workshop - Karrol McBurnie and Samantha Lewis

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Project Goals and Objectives

Provide meaningful volunteer opportunities for youth (age 12-30), especially indigenous and under-served youths

Support youth in creating flexible volunteer placements that address community threats.

Specific Objectives

Offer volunteer opportunities through three core initiatives to enhance youth skills and knowledge

Target diverse youth groups, including:

Visible minorities/racialized youth

2SLGBTQ+ youth

Youth with disabilities

Indigenous youth

Deliver project activities in specific regions (Peel, Halton, and Toronto)

Focus on service themes like:

Reconciliation, Civic Engagement

Inclusivity

Youth Resilience

Create 107 volunteer placements over three years

Empower youth to design and lead volunteer activities

Key Outcomes

Enhance youth skills and experiences

Foster community engagement and inclusivity

Support youth-led initiatives