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Editor: Jock
Edited: Mar 16, 2009

Halton Region, Ontario: Organizations

Halton Advocacy Organizations

• Association of Bright Children of Ontario (ABC) Halton Chapter.
  Established in 1975, the Association for Bright Children of Ontario (ABC) is a volunteer based, provincially incorporated support and advocacy group. It is dedicated to providing information and support to parents of bright and gifted children and adolescents through newsletters, networking, an annual conference and local workshops. It offers the parents' voice to local school boards, educators, professional groups and the Ontario Ministry of Education. ABC Halton Chapter serves, Oakvlle, Burlington, Milton, and Halton Hills.
• Halton Heritage Network Directory - Historical Groups Gives contact names and background to all Historical and LACAC (Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee) groups.
• Halton Multicultural Council
  Is a community agency dedicated to enabling every individual, regardless of race or ethnic origin, to participate as full and active members of the community through fostering mutual respect and understanding of one another.

Halton Community Service Organizations

• ADAPT
  A community treatment agency for people with alcohol, drug, or gambling problems. Offers confidential and free of charge programs for Youth, Adults, and Families.
• Bereaved Families of Ontario - Halton/Peel
  Is a self- help organization dedicated to assisting families who have lost a child through death. Also, helps children, adolescents and young adults who have lost a parent or sibling through death.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of Halton
  Is a community service dedicated to meeting the emotional, physical and social needs of girls and boys in our community.
• Conservation Halton
  Provides information about Halton conservation services, its six conservation areas and The Conservation Halton Foundation.
• Community Development Halton
  Strives to improve the quality of individual, family and community life in the Regional Municipality of Halton.
• Field and Stream Rescue Team
  Focused on cleaning and rehabilitating the areas left unattended within Halton Regions city limits. Goal is to clean, rehabilitate and maintain these areas to increase species diversity.
• Habitat for Humanity Halton
  Works in partnership with people everywhere, from all walks of life, building and renovating houses so that there are decent houses in which to live.
• Halton Anaphylaxis Parent Group
  A volunteer support group for people living with life-threatening allergies. Lists information about its meetings, announcements, and a variety of online resources.
• Halton Breast Cancer Support Services
  A survivor driven, self help organization dedicated to the support of women and men concerned about breast cancer & breast health.
• Halton Child Youth Services
  Is a children's and adolescents' mental health centre. that provides a multi-disciplinary approach to the assessment and treatment of children and families in difficulty.
• Halton Children's Aid Society
  Non-profit agency responsible for the safety and protection of children, and operates under the mandate of the Child and Family Services Act.
• Halton Crime Stoppers Inc.
  Mission is to help solve and deter crime by providing a means of reporting criminal activity, with guaranteed anonymity, through cooperation with the police, the media, and the community. Crime Stoppers of Halton is a community volunteer organization.
• Happen
  Networking organization dedicated to assisting executives in career transition.
• haltonyouth.com (HRYAC)
  Halton Regional Youth Advisory Committee is a forum for Halton youth to help shape the future of the community.
• The Halton Multicultural Council
  Is a community agency dedicated to enabling every individual, regardless of race or ethnic origin, to participate as full and active members of the community through fostering mutual respect and understanding of one another.
• The Halton Resource Connection
  Is a place where people can go to access equipment and resources that will enhance programs for children and youth, provide peer support and contact with related agencies.
• The Women's Information & Support Centre of Halton
  Is a volunteer, community-based organization dedicated to empowering women through our support, information and programs. Located in Oakville Ontario Canada.
• Volunteer Halton
  Offers a range of services to support and encourage volunteerism in the Regional Municipality of Halton. Information on places people can volunteer through media ads, interviews and our online database. Volunteer training resources.

Halton-based Places of Worship

• Old Catholic Church of Canada
  Has two churches in Halton: St. Cuthbert Ministries, Burlington, and St. Anne’s Parish, Mississauga & Oakville,

Halton Hobbies/Friendship Organizations

• Halton Amateur Radio Club
  Helps members obtain valid amateur radio license. Promotes interest in the art and science of radio.
• Ontario Genealogical Society - Halton Peel
  Researches family roots and local history, has several projects underway and provides search resources.

Halton Personal Development Organizations

• Big Sisters and Big Brother of Halton
  Help people realize their full potential by building on their strengths and enhancing their self-esteem.
• Halton Youth Symphony (HYS)
  Provides talented young musicians with an orchestral setting in which to develop their instrumental skills.
• Junior Achievement of South central Ontario (JASCO)
  Serves the communities of Hamilton, Halton & Niagara. (JASCO encompasses three former JA Charters of Halton, Hamilton and Niagara-Peninsula.)

Halton Sports Organizations

• Halton Outdoor Club
  Promotes year-round outdoor activities such as cross country skiing, hiking, cycling and canoeing/kayaking.