Erin Mills Youth Centre is a newly enhanced community outreach program which operates a variety of youth After School Programs, a Breakfast Program, a Summer Day Camp and a March Break Program in the west Mississauga – Erin Mills community.

This outreach program has been in operation for 13 years with a recognized successful track record of positive community action through dedicated staff and volunteers.

The EMYC mandate is to provide a caring and supportive community place for youth in collaboration and partnership with our partners.

OASIS Summer Camp and Youth Drop-In Programs
For many years, in July and August, Erin Mills United Church has hosted a free, non-denominational youth (10-15) drop-in located on the church grounds. Since 2008, this opportunity has been enhanced into a true summer camp experience, complete with a weekly field trip to a popular GTA destination. (including the Science Centre; Ontario Place; Canada's Wonderland, etc.) Other Oasis programs offer youth a safe, fun, accessible, and positive place to gather in the afternoons and evenings. They enjoy basketball, soccer, safe biking, playing games, and sharing refreshments.
 
Forest Ridge Book Club (Summer Literacy Program)
Buddy reading, word games, themes, prizes and snacks make the Book Club fun. Children 6-9 meet Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm in July and August at the Forest Ridge Apartments Recreation Room. Church volunteers help with this church-sponsored program.

Springfield Gardens Breakfast Club
Church and community volunteers serve a nutritious breakfast daily during the school year to about 40 children at the Springfield Gardens Apartments. Volunteers commit to helping for a 2-hour period from 6:45 to 8:45 a.m. once or more a month. Their responsibilities include serving, cleaning up, and supervising the children while they enjoy a satisfying meal.

Other Activities
Activities are also organized and provided at other venues, including the South Common Community Centre, some schools and apartment buildings. These activities include basketball, fitness, and homework club and karate.

Contact
To learn more about supporting EMYC, please contact A. Seymour via the church.