Opportunities for Volunteer Hours for Teens in 2026!

We are hosting a new cohort of learners for the University of British Columbia pilot program, Agenda Gap. This will be our fourth year working with young people who will learn about their rights and abilities to create change to improve mental health of youth. Students will earn volunteer hours, gain confidence and make friends. Interested in applying? See the information below.

The Icelandic Prevention Model is being implemented in Mississauga. Learn more about its potential impact on Jan. 22, 2026

Throughout the globe, the Icelandic Prevention Model (IPM) has been heralded as a sustainable solution to improve mental health and reduce substance use among youth. Please join us on Jan. 22 to learn more about this promising model and its implementation in Mississauga from one of its leading researchers. Webinars are at 11 a.m. ET or 6:30 p.m. ET for an hour. Click on the image above to choose your webinar.

The Dam and Erin Mills Connects are helping lead the implementation of IPM in Cooksville, Meadowvale and Erin Mills, thanks to the support of the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Our new free resource for high school students has arrived! Visit https://onpathway.me/BHS for the full resource.

For past events, click here.

Erin Mills Connects is a non-profit collaborative working to improve the well-being of children, youth and families in west Mississauga. Its charitable partner is The Dam. 

Personal Donations are Welcome

To contribute to future projects of Erin Mills Connects community collaborative (trusteed by The Dam–Charitable Registration Number
889327466 RR0001) and receive a charitable tax receipt, please make a donation HERE. Thank you.

Steering Committee Meetings – Open to All

We still look forward to connecting with you online, but preferably in person. Steering Committee meetings are open to community members. Visit our events site to for dates, Zoom links and locations.