The Dam

03/09/2026

03/04/2026

We’re hiring 👀✨

Community Agency Subsidy Program (CASP) & Employment Coordinator
📍 Mississauga, ON
🕒 Full-time | 40 hrs/week
📩 Apply: [email protected]

The Dam is looking for a passionate, organized, youth-focused leader to support our Youth Employment Program (YEP) and Community Agency Subsidy Program (CASP).

This role is all about:
💼 Coordinating employment supports + pre-employment workshops
🏠 Overseeing housing subsidies & stability planning
🤝 Building relationships with employers & community partners
🌱 Providing mentorship, wrap-around support & trauma-informed care
📊 Tracking impact + reporting outcomes

If you have:
✔️ 2+ years working with youth (employment and/or housing support)
✔️ Strong facilitation & admin skills
✔️ A heart for marginalized, racialized, newcomer & 2SLGBTQIA+ youth
✔️ A passion for helping young people overcome systemic barriers

…we want to hear from you.

Join us in partnering with youth to create an inclusive community where all are welcomed, valued, and respected 💚

Full Job Description:https://7647eb92-ac31-4b64-ae09-5661fa263d2f.usrfiles.com/ugd/7647eb_390030d8028a45fb8faa48fdaeeebf3a.pdf

Send your resume + cover letter to [email protected]
Position available immediately.

02/27/2026

Bundle up, Mississauga — it’s almost time to WALK! ❄️👣

Coldest Night of the Year is more than a walk… it’s a movement of warm hearts braving the cold for our community. From check-in smiles to the final “see you next year,” every step makes a difference. 💙

To our incredible Team Captains, dedicated walkers, hardworking staff, and amazing volunteers — THANK YOU. You lead, you rally, you organize, you cheer, you carry boxes, you pour coffee, you welcome guests — and you make this night unforgettable. We couldn’t do this without you. 🙌

Let’s get ready to yeti-set-go! 🧣✨

02/27/2026

❄️ 1 Day to Go – The LIMITED EDITION Toque!

The fan-favourite CNOY Limited Edition Toque is back! 🧢❄️

Raise:
✔️ $150 (Adults)
✔️ $75 (17 & under)

…and it’s yours!

Embrace the cold. Wear the impact. Walk with purpose.
Across the country; close to home — so youth don’t face the cold alone.

https://cnoy.org/thedam
See you at the start line! 👣💙

02/26/2026

❄️ 2 Days to Go – Terrafix Team Joining Us

We’re excited to welcome the Terrafix Team - a youth circular economy project making a real impact!

Young leaders supporting young people. 🌱
When we walk, we show youth their community believes in them.

👣 Make your steps count: https://cnoy.org/thedam

02/25/2026

❄️ 3 Days to Go – Live Music to accompany the walk after party!

Speaking of dinner, while you connect tableside and enjoy the meal, our longtime musical guests 🎶 David O'Hearn and Mary Libby 🎶 will be performing! Talk about an after party 🎉

There is always room for one more: https://cnoy.org/thedam
Music. Community. Purpose.

02/24/2026

❄️ 4 Days to Go – NEW This Year! Tableside Dinner Service

After your walk, warm up and relax — this year, grab a seat and let our amazing volunteers bring dinner to you! ❄️🍽️

Because this night isn’t just about walking - it’s about community.

Reserve your seat: https://cnoy.org/thedam

Across the country; close to home - no one should face the cold alone.

02/23/2026

❄️ 5 Days to Go – Sponsors Warming the Night

We are so grateful for the businesses bringing warmth and comfort to the evening:

☕ Starbucks
🍕 Domino's
🔥 Blazing Kitchen

Full hearts. Warm food. Strong community.

Donate orJoin the walk: https://cnoy.org/thedam
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Embrace the cold — because we know warmth is waiting at the finish line. ❄️❤️

02/22/2026

❄️ 6 Days to Go – Route Sponsors Leading the Way

A huge thank you to our amazing Route Sponsors:
🚓 Peel Police Services Board
🚒 Mississauga Firefighters Benevolent Fund

Because of leaders like them, we can walk safely and boldly.

Across the country; close to home — protecting youth from the cold in more ways than one.