Secord is a City of Toronto - Parks, Recreation, and Forestry funded community Centre. It is a "priority centre", meaning it is in a high-risk area (High risk youth, with low income families), so the majority of all programs are free due to the location.
It's a centre where the people from the community can come and inquire about day to day things. Those in need can find out about where to find apartments, clothing donations, and other important necessities in order to live comfortably.
Secord is like a second home to many people but most importantly the Youth that attend the programming. The programs are run by caring, compassionate and helpful staff.Many of the staff themselves have grown up in similar areas where it isn't always safe, free programming doesn't coexist with the community and income isn't always high in the household.
"To me, Secord has been a place where I take pride working in, knowing that we take care of our community and the Youth that take part in the programming. During my elementary and high school years, the centre has always been a place where i could go to and simply hang out or talk to the staff about any issues I was facing." Says Sara Stanisic, a youth worker at the centre. "Secord has also allowed me to reach my goals as a youth, by providing me with the right and fun programming needed at the time. Knowing that the staff and centre have done such an amazing job with the youth in my generation, I knew I wanted to become a staff worker there and help other children and youth reach their goals and aspirations as well."
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| Photo Credit to InsideToronto.com |
Secord Community Centre is a place of belonging, where everyone despite their gender, race, cultural background or religion can come to and feel welcomed by anyone and everyone with a caring and family like atmosphere.
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