Spotlight on Community Partners

Social Services Worker Community Partner

West Toronto Community Legal Services

West Toronto Community Legal Services (WTCLS) is a community-based agency dedicated to providing legal and housing support to low-income communities. Their free services include legal representation and assistance in securing safe and affordable housing, with a commitment to equitability and access to justice.

WTCLS has continuously provided enriching experiences for Social Service Worker (SSW) students, offering supervised opportunities for initiatives that enhance their skills for post-graduation success. In a recent standout project, SSW students created a comprehensive list of Rent-Geared-to-Income (RGI) waitlist times in Ontario, gaining media attention and earning a feature in Ontario’s guide to law, Steps to Justice.

As a bridge between classroom learning and real-world impact, WTCLS provides invaluable student experiences, empowering the next generation of social service professionals.

Child & Youth Care (degree & diploma) Community Partner

Neilson Park Creative Centre

Neilson Park Creative Centre (NPCC), established in 1992, is focused on supporting the creative needs of the community by facilitating artistic expression through education and events. This charitable organization provides arts-based classes, workshops, drop-ins, open studios, and exhibitions for adults, families, and youth.

A valued partner of Humber College, NPCC has continued to host Child and Youth Care (CYC) advanced diploma and Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (BCYC) students for their work-integrated learning experiences. Art classes and summer camps have been a great opportunity for students to develop art-based lesson plans, provide instruction to children/youth, and cultivate relationships. As an organization, NPCC fosters a sense of creativity, prioritizes community engagement, and promotes diversity and inclusivity, making it a great environment for our students to grow and learn.

Community and Justice Services Community Partner

Daily Bread Food Bank

Since 1983, Daily Bread Food Bank has worked to meet emergency needs while advocating for long-term solutions to end poverty with 207 programs across Toronto. With the rising cost of food prices, the Daily Bread has seen an increase in support and has become a hub for resources and community connection. They work hard to provide the best support to meet the needs of the diverse membership and the communities they serve.

Daily Bread has been supporting the Community and Justice Services (CJS) diploma program for years. For students, this experience is more than just a placement - it provides connection to their community. With the variety of programs provided by Daily Bread, students have the opportunity to network within the organization and develop community partnerships with fellow agencies. The employees and volunteers at Daily Bread have been crucial to the development of the students’ practical knowledge in their field placement experience.