About Us
We are dedicated to building a healthy community by working collaboratively and respectfully with every child, youth and family.
In the beginning...
Our Community Cares (OCC) began in 1992, when two single mothers living in a subsidized housing complex in Burlington decided they wanted to create a healthier neighbourhood for their families and a better life for their children.
In 1995, Halton Community Housing Corporation agreed to turn one of their 54 townhouse units on Burloak Drive into a community centre and the first OCC Community Centre was born.
Each community is different and because of this, each OCC is different, too. At the OCC Community Centre, children from birth to 17 years old and their families living in Halton can meet with other community members, participate in programs and take advantage of a wide variety of services right in their own neighbourhood.
Services
Our Community Cares offers a variety programs for families in Burlington. We run both structured and unstructured programs to encourage learning, physical activity and fun. Our goal is to provide opportunities for character building, social and life skill development and recreational opportunities to improve the overall quality of life for our participants.
To find out more about our programs, please select the location nearest you:
Burloak Community Centre
356 Burloak Dr
Burlington, ON L7L 4W5
905-631-1218
burloakocc@rockonline.ca
Warwick/Surrey Community Centre
702 Surrey Lane
Burlington, ON L7T 3S6
905-681-2777
warwicksurreyocc@rockonline.ca
Programs
School Age & Youth
After-School Drop In
A safe, supportive, and supervised space for kids to hang out, eat healthy snacks, and participate in fun activities including gaming, art, and hands-on science.
Homework Club
Offering support and guidance with homework needs. Children complete assigned school homework, if there is no assigned homework, we focus on individual areas of need. Worksheets and supports are given to help students gain confidence in areas in which they struggle.
Cozy Cats
Cozy Cats is a 1-hour educational reading program.
Super Kids
Super Kids is for children ages 5-7 and focuses on character building with a recreational component.
- 2nd Thursday of every month is an outing. Please note that children are expected to participate in at least two regular program days before the outing.
Kidz Zone
Kidz Zone is for children 8-10 and like Super Kids, focuses on character building with a recreational component.
- 2nd Thursday of every month is an outing. Please note that children are expected to participate in at least two regular program days before the outing.
PA Days
Each PA Day has a different theme and outing. Children between the ages of 5-10, arrive at the Centre between9 and 10 am. They participate in various games, crafts and in the afternoon we go on an outing. Registration closes one week before the PA Day.
March Break
Our Community Cares offers March Break camps for children ages 4-10, every year to keep the kids entertained and learning new things within a caring, supportive environment!
Teens In Training (TNT)
Teens in Training (TNT) helps youth ages 11-13 prepare for their teenage years. Programming focuses on life and social skills as well as recreation. We discuss topics such as anger management, conflict resolution, healthy relationsh
Teen Extreme
Teen Extreme helps prepare youth ages 14+ for the future. Teaching life and social skills through real-life situations. Topics of money management, healthy living, healthy relationships and college or career preparation are discussed.
Summer
Mega Kids Camp
Mega Kids Camp is a recreation-based camp for children ages 4-10 during the month of July. Please contact your nearest location for specific camp details.
Teen Extreme Summer Camp
TE summer camp is completely recreation based for youth 11+ during the month of August. Instead of sitting around in front of the TV or bored all day, youth are able to meet new friends, enjoy activities, games and participate in many amazing outings.
For Adults
- Art with Tracy
- Adult Book Club
- Sewing
- Knitting & Crocheting
Partner-Run Programs
Community Kitchen – Wellington Square United Church
Partnered with Wellington Square United Church, on the 4th Wednesday of the month from 9:30 a.m.- 12 p.m., a group of adults come together and cook a meal and then share a prepared snack. The meal is then distributed amongst the group members to take home and share with their families. Child care is provided. For more information about this program please contact warwicksurreyocc@rockonline.ca
Support Programs
Computer Lab
Our computer lab is supplied with a fax machine, photocopier and scanner.
- Warwick: Monday- Thursday 1-2:30pm and Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Food Support
Through the support of Halton Food For Life Program, we are able to offer a FREE weekly food support program at both locations.
- Burloak: Wednesdays 4-5 p.m.
- Warwick: Wednesday 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Free Clothing
Our Community Cares offers free gently used clothing at both locations.
- Burloak: Monday-Thursday from 1-2:30 p.m. and Wednesdays from 4-5 p.m.
- Warwick: Monday-Thursday from 1-2:30pm and Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Fresh Food Box
This program provides affordable fruits and vegetables, chosen in season and packed in a returnable plastic bin. Boxes are available in three sizes: Bag - $10; Med - $15 and Lrg - $20. Boxes are ordered the 1st Thursday of the month and distributed the 3rd Tuesday of the month. To order or find out more information contact your nearest Fresh Food Box coordinator.
- Burloak: Anne annem@rockonline.ca
- Warwick: Crystal ourcommunitycares@gmail.com
**To set up an appointment outside of regular program time, please call your nearest location.
Resources
Canada Learning Bond
Income Tax Clinic
Halton Community Services Database
Halton iParent
Halton Families for Families
Reach Out Centre for Kids
Positive Space Network
Contact Us
Burloak Community Centre
356 Burloak Dr
Burlington, ON L7L 4W5
905-631-1218
burloakocc@rockonline.ca
Warwick/Surrey Community Centre
702 Surrey Lane
Burlington, ON L7T 3S6
905-681-2777
warwicksurreyocc@rockonline.ca
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