Community resource centre providing employment assistance, housing support, community justice programs, youth in transition worker program and youth gambling awareness programs

Employment Services - Staff assist job seekers with resume and cover letter writing, online applications and job searching * computers, printers, internet, photocopier, fax and telephone available for use free of charge * resources available for creating resumes and cover letters and researching post-secondary education and apprenticeship programs * no appointment needed, drop in * appointments available at satellite locations in Dundalk, Durham, Flesherton, Markdale, Meaford and Thornbury - call 1-800-265-3711 for an appointment

Job Seeker Supports - Employment Advisors provide job search assistance for people who are unemployed, under-employed, laid-off, searching for a first job or looking to re-enter the workforce * email employment@osgb.ymca.ca

Employer Supports - YMCA staff work with employers to qualify for financial hiring incentives, provide candidate referrals, and advertise job opportunities on the free Job Board * email employment@osgb.ymca.ca

Housing Support Program - Works to prevent, address and reduce homelessness in the community * assists youth 16 and older and adults who are homeless or facing homelessness to find safe, affordable long-term housing in Grey Bruce * maintains an online list of available housing * provides assistance to complete Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) and Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) application forms  * email housing@osgb.ymca.ca

Community Justice - Programs for youth and adults involved in minor crimes * programs include Youth Justice Circle, Diversion/Restorative Justice programs, Youth Crime Prevention and Awareness, Community Service Orders for adults * email justice@osgb.ymca.ca

Youth in Transition Worker Program - Offers support to young adults as they transition out of the child welfare system into independent living * program helps young adults identify and pursue personal goals, connect with community supports and promote healthy lifestyle choices * email yitw@osgb.ymca.ca

Youth Gambling Awareness Program - Prevention and education program aimed at youth 8-24 years of age as well as those who influence and work with youth * age appropriate presentations are designed to support youth to develop strategies to reduce the harm associated with youth gambling * email gambling@osgb.ymca.ca

Free tax preparation clinic under the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program through Revenue Canada