Community Supports
A list of off-campus resources for you to call, text, or visit.
Free support through Ontario-wide 2SLGBTQ+ peer-support HelpLine.
飪 Who is this for? Those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ youth, age 29 and under.
飥 Hours: Sunday to Friday, 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 1-800-268-9688
Text: 647-694-4275
Chat:
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HQ Toronto offers integrated services across sexual, mental, and social health specifically for cisgender men who are into men, as well as Two-Spirit, transgender, and AMAB non-binary individuals. The centre provides express STI/HIV testing and treatment (including PrEP, PEP, anal cancer screening, and vaccines), mental health support (drop-in psychiatric follow-up, counselling, referrals), ID clinics, immigration/refugee legal help, and social programming.
飪 Who is this for?
- Cisgender men who are into men (gay, bi, queer).
- Two-Spirit, transgender, and non-binary people (AMAB).
飥 Walk-In Hours:
Monday鈥揥ednesday: 12:00鈥痯m鈥7:30鈥痯m
Thursday: 12:00鈥痯m鈥7:30鈥痯m
Friday: 12:00鈥痯m鈥5:30鈥痯m
Group supports run Mon鈥揟hu from 3:00鈥痯m鈥8:00鈥痯m
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: (416)鈥521鈥4445
飪 Email: info@hqtoronto.ca
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A Toronto-based nonprofit dedicated to the holistic well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth They provide free, trauma-informed mental health counselling , practical supports and case management , and operate a welcoming drop-in centre offering meals, harm reduction kits, computer access, peer groups, and community events. They also run a custom-built transitional housing program for youth needing safe, supportive living environments.
飪 Who is this for? 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 16鈥29.
飥 Drop in Centre (489 Queen St. East, LL01) Hours: Monday鈥揊riday, 11:00鈥痑m鈥6:30鈥痯m
飥&苍产蝉辫;Transitional Housing (鈥淔riends of Ruby Home鈥) Hours: Open 24/7
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416鈥359鈥0237
飪 General Inquiries Email: info@friendsofruby.ca
飪 Housing Email: housing@friendsofruby.ca
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Pieces to Pathways (P2P) is a peer-led substance use support program for LGBTQIA2S+ youth, offering harm reduction and case management services, as well as community dinner and trauma skills groups.
飪 Who is this for? LGBTQIA2S+ youth ages 16-29.
飥 Hours: Hours vary by program and service.
飥 Location: 21 Strickland Ave, Toronto, ON, M6K 3E6
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call Breakaway: 416-537-9346
飪 Email: p2pinfo@breakawaycs.ca
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A trans-led nonprofit that provides peer support and crisis intervention for transgender and gender-questioning individuals across the U.S. and Canada.
飪赌&苍产蝉辫;Who is this for? Trans people in crisis.
飥&苍产蝉辫;Hours: Monday to Friday, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
$ Cost: Both free and paid services.
飩 Call: 877-330-6366
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A community initiative by Sherbourne Health offering free health-promotion services and programming for 2SLGBTQ youth across the GTA including: drop-in groups, mentorship, guidance on housing, education, mental and primary healthcare, plus practical support like financial aid, career coaching, and more.
飪 Who is this for? Queer, transgender, Two Spirit, and questioning youth (2SLGBTQ) aged 29 and under.
飥 Hours: Service schedules vary.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: (416)鈥324鈥4180
飪 Email: communityprograms@sherbourne.on.ca
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A free, peer-led settlement and community support program designed specifically for LGBTQ+ refugees and newcomers in Toronto. Participants can build connections, learn about employment, understand Canadian systems (like refugee claims), explore their rights, and access mental, sexual, and physical health resources. The program also offers bi-weekly 鈥淧eer鈥2鈥慞eer Chit鈥慍hat鈥 groups and one-on-one support for resettlement and service navigation.
飪 Who is this for? LGBTQ+ newcomers, refugee claimants, convention refugees, or permanent residents in Toronto.
飥 Hours: Vary depending on program.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call Nicholas Manyan (he/him): 416鈥824鈥3726
飪 Email Nicholas Manyan (he/him): nicholas.manyan@tngcs.org
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The鈥519 is a City of Toronto鈥揳ffiliated, community-led centre serving 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. Offerings include drop-in spaces, legal clinics, housing assistance, youth and senior programming, family supports, mental health and substance-use peer groups, anti-violence initiatives, arts and culture, sports, newcomer settlement, and leadership training.
飪 Who is this for? All 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.
飥 Hours: Mon鈥揊ri: 8:30鈥痑m鈥9鈥痯m
Sat鈥揝un: 9鈥痑m鈥5鈥痯m
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-392鈥6874
飪 Email: info@The519.org
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Sistering is a low-barrier drop-in offering access to hot meals, shower and laundry facilities, clothing, crisis intervention and trauma-informed counselling, harm reduction, access to onsite healthcare and more.
飪 Who is this for? Women and gender-diverse people.
飥 Hours:
- 24-Hour Drop-In: 24/7
- Daytime Parkdale Drop-In: Mondays to Fridays, 9:30am to 1:30pm
飥 Location:
- 24-Hour Drop-In: 962 Bloor Street West
- Daytime Parkdale Drop-In: 220 Cowan Ave.
$ Cost: Free
Contact the 24-Hour Drop-In:
- 飩 Call: 416-926-9762 and 416-926-1946
- 飪 Email: generalinfo@sistering.org
Contact the Daytime Parkdale Drop-In:
- 飩 Call: 416-588-3939
- 飪 Email: outreach@sistering.org
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The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) provides a range of programs and services to support people with addictions such as Problem Gambling and Technology Use Treatment Services, Interprofessional Pain and Addiction Recovery Clinic (IPARC), and the Youth Addiction & Concurrent Disorders Service. CAMH also provides reliable information about mental illness and addiction to the community through their .
飪赌&苍产蝉辫;Who is this for? Programs available for various age groups.
飥 Location:
飩 Phone: 416-535-8501 (press 2 for centralized info, intake, and scheduling for most services)
飥 Hours: Emergency service available 24/7
Visiting hours are daily, 8 am to 8 pm.
$ Cost: Treatment from a psychiatrist or GP is covered by public health insurance. Costs may vary for other healthcare providers or private clinics.
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The Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) is an independent, non鈥憄rofit organization based in Toronto that promotes safer gambling by preventing problem gambling through public education, research, regulation standards, and partnerships with industry and government.
飪 Who is this for? The general public & people aged 12-24.
飥 Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9鈥痑.m.鈥5鈥痯.m. ET (office hours; online resources and campaigns available 24/7).
$ Cost: Most public-facing resources and educational materials are available free of charge.
飩 Call: 416鈥499-9800
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Addiction medicine care, offering walk-in and virtual services across over 100 clinics in Ontario. They specialize in treatment for opioid (methadone, Suboxone, Kadian), alcohol, benzodiazepine dependence, nicotine cessation, and related substance use challenges, all through OHIP-covered, harm-reduction-based programs.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone in Ontario ages 12+.
飥 Hours:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday - 8 am to 6 pm
- Tuesday - 8 am to 7 pm
- Saturday & Sunday - 10 am to 2 pm
$ Cost: No fees, referrals, or appointments needed. OHIP or equivalent required.
飩 Call toll-free: 1鈥888鈥878鈥3563
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Confidential individual, group, family, and youth counselling, addiction treatment, behavioural鈥慳ddiction support, outreach/education programs, and peer support for those affected by substance use and mental鈥慼ealth challenges.
飪 Who is this for? Individuals and families in Ontario.
飥 Office Hours: Monday鈥揟hursday 9鈥痑.m.鈥5鈥痯.m.; Friday 9鈥痑.m.鈥4鈥痯.m. (winter Fridays sometimes until 2鈥痯.m.)
Programs and support-group hours vary-check website for details.
$ Cost: Support groups are free; individual and family counselling offered on a sliding鈥憇cale fee.
飩 Call: 416鈥638鈥0350
飪 Email: info@jacstoronto.org
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ConnexOntario is a free, confidential helpline and live-chat service for all Ontarians, offering information and referrals for mental health, addiction, and problem gambling resources across the province. Online chat & email is available through ConnexOntario鈥檚 website.
飪 Who is this for? Any individual or service provider in Ontario.
飥 Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
$ Cost: Free
飩 Phone/Crisis Line (Toll-Free):鈥1鈥866鈥531鈥2600
Text: Text CONNEX to 247247 (standard messaging rates may apply)
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Addiction Services Central Ontario (ASCO) offers treatment and support for substance use, problem gambling, impaired driving, mental health, and related concerns. Services include rapid-access addiction medicine, detox, group therapy, housing assistance, outreach support, and educational programs.
飪 Who is this for? Individuals aged 12 and older living in York Region, North York, South Simcoe, and parts of Toronto.
飥 Hours:
- Monday鈥揟hursday: 9鈥痑.m.鈥5鈥痯.m.
- Friday: 9鈥痑.m.鈥4鈥痯.m. (sometimes until 2鈥痯.m. in winter)
$ Cost: Some supports (e.g. group sessions) are free; others follow public health funding, with no out-of-pocket cost for individuals.
飩&苍产蝉辫;颁补濒濒:
- Phone (toll-free): 1鈥800鈥263鈥2288
- Local: 905鈥841鈥7007
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Responds to the need for a Black youth specific service, positioned and resourced to promote access to professional, culturally appropriate support for youth, families, and schools.
飪 Who is this for? All youth, specifically Black youth
飥 Hours: Every day, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-285-9944
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Wanasah is a Toronto-based, Black-centred mental health nonprofit that offers free, trauma-informed individual counselling, case management, and crisis support, all through an anti-oppressive, culturally safe, holistic lens. They also provide education sessions for service providers operating in the community.
飪 Who is this for? Black youth aged 12鈥25 living in Regent Park or nearby.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 647-947-6090
飪 Email: info@wanasah.ca
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The CEE Centre is a registered Canadian charity focused on empowering Black youth and young adults by addressing economic and social barriers to employment. They offer culturally relevant career development, job-readiness training, mentoring, and education programming through a holistic, person-centered approach.
飪 Who is this for? Black youth and young adults (14鈥30+) in Toronto.
飥 Hours: Programming hours vary by initiative.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call:&苍产蝉辫;416-492鈥3000&苍产蝉辫;
飪 Email: info@ceetoronto.org
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Black CAP provides culturally relevant HIV/AIDS education, prevention, and support services tailored to Toronto's African, Caribbean, and Black communities. They address a broad range of needs, including outreach, harm reduction, refugee settlement, peer and mental health support, employment assistance, emergency financial aid, and workshops for diverse groups such as women, youth (including LGBTQ+), and MSM.
飪 Who is this for? Black individuals in Toronto aged 16-29.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9鈥痑m鈥撯5鈥痯m
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call:&苍产蝉辫;416鈥977鈥9955&苍产蝉辫;
飪 Email: 颈苍蹿辞蔼产濒补肠办鈥庆补辫.肠辞尘
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Black Health Alliance (BHA) is a community-led registered charity based in Toronto, working to improve health and well-being among Canada鈥檚 Black communities. They lead on anti-Black racism, health equity, social determinants of health, and community connection through health promotion, research, policy advocacy, and partnerships with groups like TAIBU, Wellesley Institute, and grassroots initiative.
飪 Who is this for? Black individuals and communities across Canada.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-670-9474
飪 Email: info@blackhealthalliance.ca
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TAIBU CHC is a community-led, multidisciplinary non-profit health centre based in Scarborough, Toronto, prioritizing the health and wellness of Black individuals and Malvern neighbourhood residents. They offer a culturally affirming, Afrocentric approach to care, with services including primary medical care, counselling and mental health support, dietetic services, chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension), foot care, back鈥憄ain rehabilitation, telemedicine, youth and Indigenous services, and the Toronto Community Crisis Service.
飪 Who is this for? Black-identifying individuals in the GTA,with priority to Scarborough and Malvern residents鈥攁s well as Francophone and Indigenous community members in the area.
飥 Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9鈥痑m鈥5鈥痯m
Tuesday & Thursday: 9鈥痑m鈥8鈥痯m
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call (Clinic):&苍产蝉辫;416-644鈥3536&苍产蝉辫;
飩 Call (Admin):&苍产蝉辫;416-644鈥3539
飪 Email: info@taibuchc.ca
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Culturally relevant family support to Black communities in the GTA. Their Family Services provide parenting education, family counselling, crisis intervention, and preventative programming to help families strengthen relationships and navigate challenging situations.
飪 Who is this for? Black-identifying families in the GTA.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:00am - 8:00pm
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call (Toronto):&苍产蝉辫;416-740鈥1056&苍产蝉辫;
飪 Email: info@cafcan.org
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The Black Health and Social Services (BHSS) Hub offers a range of Afrocentric programs and activities in primary care, mental health and addictions, and social services.
飪 Who is this for? Black, African and Caribbean (BAC) communities in the Peel region.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 647-812-5226
飪 Email: info@bhsshubpeel.ca
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Strides Toronto offers community, autism, developmental and mental health support, services and referrals in Toronto's east end.
Services include:
- What鈥檚 Up Walk-In: Drop-in counselling
- Psychoeducation seminars
- Gender Based Violence Program
- Newcomer Youth Engagement Program
- Youth In Transition (YIT) Program
And more!
They offer services in a variety of languages, including English, French, Tamil, Mandarin, and Farsi and most services are free of cost.
飪 Who is this for? People aged 12 to 25 years old, and families.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
飥 Location: 100 Consilium Place, Suite 600, Toronto, ON, M1H 3E3
$ Cost: Most programs and services are free, with few paid programs offered.
飩 Call: 416-438-3697 (Intake line: ext.19055)
飪 Email: contactus@stridestoronto.ca
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Lumenus offers a broad range of high quality mental health, developmental, and community services for infants, children, youth, individuals, and families across Toronto.
Services include:
- What鈥檚 Up Walk-In: Drop-in counselling
- Central Toronto Youth Wellness Hub
- The Studio: Drop in centre for 2SLGBTQ+ youth and youth of colour
- The New Mentality: Youth-led program destigmatizing mental health
- Autism services
And more!
飪 Who is this for? Eligibility criteria depends on the service
飥 Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
飥 Location: Locations for services may vary.
$ Cost: Most programs and services are free, with few paid programs offered.
飩 Call: 1-833 LUMENUS (586-3687)
飪 Email: info@lumenus.ca
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Cota provides a range of publicly funded developmental services across Toronto and the GTA for adults with developmental disabilities, dual diagnoses, and complex needs. Their offerings include case management, supportive housing, and transitions to independent living.
飪 Who is this for? Adults (16+) with developmental disabilities living in Toronto.
飥 Hours: Monday鈥揊riday, 8:30鈥痑m鈥4:30鈥痯m
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416鈥785鈥9230 (ext. 8793 for referrals)
飩 Toll-Free: 1鈥888鈥785鈥2779
飪 Email: info@cotainspires.ca
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ANS provides short-term, interprofessional, goal鈥憃riented outpatient assessment and treatment for adults diagnosed with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. Services include autism diagnostic assessments, psychiatric evaluation, psychology, behavioural therapy, occupational therapy, social work, nursing, and developmental service support.
飪 Who is this for? Adults aged 16 and older.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30鈥痑.m. 鈥 4:30鈥痯.m.
$ Cost: OHIP or equivalent required.
飩 Call (Access CAMH): 416鈥535鈥8501, press 2 (or extension 37800 for ANS)
飪 Email: ANSinfo@camh.ca
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Learning disabilities advocacy, research, education and services for all ages to create inclusive and accessible learning environments, reduce stigma, and promote systemic change across Ontario.
Programs and services include:
- : Resources and professional development materials which highlight evidence-based practices and strategies to support students in the classroom.
- : A platform for families, offering webinars, navigation guides, and more.
- : Supports adults with learning disabilities and ADHD in the workplace through resources for self-advocacy, inclusive employment practices, and guidance on accessibility and accommodations.
- : Online learning workshops, courses and consultations for parents, students and professionals.
飪 Who is this for? People of all ages with learning disabilities, their families, educators, and employers
飥 Hours: Must contact site
$ Cost: Free and paid resources available
飩 Call: (416) 929-4311
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A not-for-profit organization that provides occupational, behavioural, psychological, and speech therapy services. They also offer groups, workshops, education and consultation services to caregivers and professionals.
飪 Who is this for?
飥 Hours: Takes calls 24 hours a day - service and program hours may vary.
$ Cost: Free and paid services
飩 Call:
- Autism and Children & Youth Services Central Intake: 1-833-575-KIDS (5437)鈥
- Adult Services Central Intake: 1-855-DS ADULT (372-3858)
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International hotline that provides youth and particularly Muslim youth with the tools needed to address a range of issues including mental health, drugs and alcohol, bullying, religion, marriage and divorce, domestic issues, pornography, and career or work related issues.
飪 Who is this for? All youth, specifically Muslim youth
飥 Hours: Every day, 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Texting Hours: Monday to Friday, 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
$ Cost: Free chat, phone and text support. Counselling appointments are paid services.
飩 Call: 1-866-627-3342 (NASEEHA)
Text: 1 (866) 627-3342 (NASEEHA)
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By Peaceful Waters is a Christian-rooted therapy and counselling centre. They offer a holistic, attachment- and trauma-informed approach integrating faith, mind, body, and spirit. Services include individual, couple, family, children, teen, and young-adult therapy (CBT, DBT, EMDR, art & music therapy); child-centred divorce services; financial and workplace mediation; vocational rehabilitation after injury or leave; life, parenting, spiritual, and nutritional coaching; and spiritual direction.
飪 Who is this for? Those seeking faith-integrated therapy through a Christian lens.
飥 Main Office Hours (Intake/Admin): Mon鈥揊ri, 9:30鈥痑m鈥4鈥痯m (varies by location)
Therapy & Coaching: Flexible scheduling, including evenings & weekends; some sessions online or by phone
$ Cost: Private-pay therapy with session fees (e.g., $170 for individual, $190 for couples); some services are covered by extended health insurance. Reduced-rate 鈥淢emberCare+鈥 plans may be available via church partnerships, free for congregants.
飩 Call: 519-886-8577 or Toll Free 888-926-0519
飪 Email: info@bypeacefulwaters.ca
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Sakeenah Canada is a culturally competent, women-centered charity offering transitional homes, wraparound casework, and mental health therapy. They include services like emergency shelters for women and children fleeing violence or poverty, remote and in-person counselling, crisis support, life-skills development, advocacy for legal/immigration/financial issues, and harm reduction.
飪 Who is this for? Primarily Muslim women and their children, Also open to non-Muslim women; male children accepted with conditions鈥攃all to confirm.
飥 Shelter Crisis Line and Transitional Homes Hours: 24/7 access, staff on site
飥 Main Office Hours: Mon鈥揊ri, 9鈥痑m鈥5鈥痯m
$ Cost: Free
飪 Email: info@sakeenahcanada.com (opens in new window)
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The Daily Bread Food Bank provides free, nutritious and culturally appropriate food to people in need and advocates for solutions to end poverty.
飪 Who is this for? People and families facing food insecurity.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-203-0050
飪 Email: info@dailybread.ca
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Fred Victor offers a variety of programs to help people facing food insecurity, including daily meal deliveries, food skills cooking classes, edible community gardens, advocacy initiatives and more.
飪 Who is this for? People in the Regent Park and Moss Park communities.
飥 Hours: Meal deliveries and hours vary by location.
$ Cost: Free
飥 Location: 145 Queen Street East in Moss Park
飩 Call: 416-364-8228
飥 Location: 40 Oak Street, in Regent Park
飩 Call: 416-363-4234
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The Stop provides emergency food access programs to people in need, including a food bank, drop-in meal locations, and the Good Food Market.
飪 Who is this for? People in Toronto looking for affordable food options.
飥 Drop-In Meals Hours vary by location
飥 Locations:
The Stop Community Food Centre
1884 Davenport Road
601 Christie Street
729 St. Clair West
$ Cost: The Stop offers free food options as well as low-cost market options.
飩 Call: 416-652-7867
飪 Email: general@thestop.org
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The Toronto Vegetarian Food Bank provides plant-based, whole food groceries to people facing food insecurity. The Food Bank also offers a free plant-based peer-to-peer cooking and nutrition literacy program, as well as opening the Veg Food Bank Farm which grows fresh produce for Food Bank clients, promotes conversation about plant-based farming, and connects people with the sanctuary鈥檚 rescued animals.
飪 Who is this for? People facing poverty and food insecurity.
$ Cost: Free
飪 Email: tovegfoodbank@gmail.com
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FoodShare Toronto is a food justice organization advocating for the right to food and working to challenge the systemic barriers that keep people from accessing the food they need to thrive.
Programs include:
- Community Learning and Engagement Workshops
- Community Food Growing
- Community Action Support
- Social Enterprise
飪 Who is this for? People facing food insecurity in Toronto.
$ Cost: Most programming is free, with some paid workshops available.
飩 Call: 416-363-6441
飪 Email: info@foodshare.net
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The City of Toronto鈥檚 Housing Help program provides a range of support services for individuals and families who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, aiming to help them find, maintain, or transition into stable housing.
飪 Who is this for? Any Toronto resident who is experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
飥 Hours and contact:
- Emergency shelter intake: 24/7 via 311 or Central Intake (416鈥338鈥4766 or toll鈥慺ree 1鈥877鈥338鈥3398)
- Housing Help Centres: Typically operate Monday to Saturday, daytime hours (e.g., 9鈥痑.m.鈥3鈥4鈥痯.m.) depending on location
$ Cost: Free
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Serving youth aged 16 to 24 experiencing homelessness, exploitation, or trafficking. They offer 24/7 crisis shelter, drop-in supports, transitional housing, health care, counseling, education, employment training, and anti-trafficking initiatives.
飪 Who is this for? Youth aged 16鈥24.
飥 Hours:
- Shelter: Open 24/7 every day
- Drop-in Centre: Mon鈥揝un, 12鈥痯.m.鈥6:45鈥痯.m.
- Health Clinic: Mon鈥揊ri 9鈥痑.m.鈥12鈥痯.m. & 1鈥痯.m.鈥4鈥痯.m.; Tuesdays until 7鈥痯.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Contact: 1-800-435-7308
(416) 598-4898
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The Access Point acts as a central intake hub in Toronto for adults and youth (age鈥14+) experiencing serious mental health or addiction issues. It coordinates access to a network of community services-including intensive case management, assertive community treatment, early psychosis intervention, and various supportive housing options.
飪 Who is this for? People aged 14+.
飥 Hours: Intake office: Monday to Friday, 9鈥痑.m.鈥5鈥痯.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call:&苍产蝉辫;416鈥640鈥1934
Toll-Free: 1鈥888鈥640鈥1934
飪 Email: info@theaccesspoint.ca
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This City of Toronto initiative provides 24/7 street outreach and housing support for individuals in Toronto aged 16+ who are experiencing homelessness and sleeping outdoors, including those in encampments.
飪 Who is this for? People aged 16+ living outdoors.
飥 Hours: Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Contact: Call 311 (Toronto鈥檚 general information line) to request outreach support.
For emergency shelter referrals, contact Central Intake at 416鈥338鈥4766.
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A comprehensive range of shelter and housing services designed to support single women, gender-diverse individuals, and families. Their offerings include emergency shelters, specialized supports for victims of violence, and permanent/supportive housing options that combine safety, affordability, and wraparound service.
飪 Who is this for? Women and gender-diverse individuals aged 16+.
飥 Hours:
- Emergency shelters: 24/7 access
- Drop-in & office supports: Typically daytime hours; vary by site (contact specific shelter for details).
$ Cost: Free
飩 Contact: 416-961-8100
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A 24-hour emergency shelter in Toronto offering safe refuge and wraparound support for women, children, families fleeing domestic violence, those facing housing loss, and refugees. Services include: crisis counselling, legal and immigration assistance, on-site medical care, childcare and youth programming, life-skills training, case management, and help transitioning to permanent housing.
飪 Who is this for? Women in the GTA.
飥 Hours:
- Shelter access: Open 24/7, all year.
- Administration office: Monday鈥揊riday, 9鈥痑.m.鈥5鈥痯.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-915-5671
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Support and resources for Indigenous women, by Indigenous women, across Ontario. Services are grounded in Indigenous culture, wisdom and tradition and are available in Oji-Cree, Ojibway, Cree, Algonquin, Inuktitut, Mohawk, Oneida, Odawa, Potawatomi, Micmac, Black Foot, Anishinaabe, Moose Cree, Swampy Cree, English, and French.
飪 Who is this for? Indigenous women
飥 Hours: 24/7
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 1-855-554-HEAL (4325)
Text: 1-855-554-HEAL (4325)
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A 24/7 phone and online chat support service for all Indigenous peoples in Canada. The service offers respectful, confidential support for emotional distress, life challenges, and crisis intervention.
飪 Who is this for? All Indigenous individuals across Canada.
飥 Hours: 24/7
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call:&苍产蝉辫;1鈥855鈥242鈥3310
Online chat: Available via the website home page
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AHT is an Indigenous-governed, accredited community health centre serving urban Indigenous peoples (First Nations, M茅tis, Inuit) in Toronto. They offer integrated Western and traditional healing services-covering primary care, mental health and addiction, chiropody, physiotherapy, counselling, psychiatric care, youth outreach, Two-Spirit/Trans* support, FASD prevention, maternal/infant care, diabetes education, supportive housing,, mobile healing services and more. Traditional practices, ceremonies, and land-based approaches are woven into care.
飪 Who is this for? Indigenous individuals and families.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday 9AM 鈥 5PM
Please call 416-360-0486 for on call services (5:00 PM-9:00 AM).
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-360-0486
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An Indigenous-governed, charitable organization offering a culturally grounded hub that fosters spiritual, emotional, physical, and mental wellness through social, recreational, cultural, and case-management programs. Services include Elder support, youth mentorship, Indigenous martial arts, children鈥檚 language programs, adult case management, cultural workshops, marketplace and entrepreneurship training, facility rentals, and more.
飪 Who is this for? Indigenous individuals.
飥 Main Building Hours: Monday鈥揊riday, 9鈥痑m鈥5鈥痯m
飥 Seniors Program Hours: Monday鈥揊riday, 8:30鈥痑m鈥4:30鈥痯m
$ Cost: Core programs are free for Indigenous participants. Facility rentals and educational workshops have associated fees-rates vary by room and service.
飩 Call:&苍产蝉辫;416-964鈥9087
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Indspire is a national Indigenous registered charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and M茅tis people by providing programs, resources, and financial support to Indigenous students and educators across Canada. The Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries and Scholarships (BBF) program offers a variety of bursaries, scholarships and awards to Indigenous students in a range of post-secondary programs each year.
飪 Who is this for? Indigenous students and educators.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
$ Cost: Free, with some paid programming and events.
飩 Call: 1-855-INDSPIRE (1-855-463-7747)
飪 Email: info@indspire.ca
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A Toronto-based Indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+ non-profit focused on holistic wellness and advocacy. Their services include culturally grounded HIV education and prevention programs, food/hygiene support, harm reduction, crisis intervention via their Toronto Community Crisis Service (TCCS), land-based healing (Elders, Talking Circles, Sweat Lodge), and resource/navigation assistance.
飪 Who is this for? Indigenous Two-Spirit, queer, non-binary, and transgender individuals.
飥 Office Hours: Monday鈥揊riday, 9:30鈥痑m鈥6:30鈥痯m
$ Cost: Free for members: membership is required (free to sign up).
飩 Call: 416-792-2124
飪 Email: info@2spirits.org
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NYSHN is a youth-led, Indigenous 2SLGBTQ+ organization that works to advance sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice through culturally grounded education, peer support, and digital/print resource creation. Their offerings include a Two-Spirit Mental Health Peer Support Manual, Indigenous Youth Affirmation Deck, safer-sex toolkits, harm reduction programs, and community events.
飪 Who is this for? Indigenous youth (ages 14鈥29).
飥 Hours: Resources are accessible online 24/7. Event schedules vary.
$ Cost: Most digital resources are available free of charge. Physical items are available on a sliding-scale ($5鈥$25), but free for Indigenous youth on request.
飪 Email: info@nativeyouthsexualhealth.com (opens in new window)
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Call Auntie is an Indigenous-led, interprofessional sexual and reproductive health clinic that provides culturally safe, wrap鈥慳round care for urban Indigenous communities. Services include birth control support with prescriptions, STI testing and education, harm reduction kits, prenatal and postpartum care, crisis navigation, food access, traditional medicines, and referrals.
飪 Who is this for? Indigenous people in Toronto.
飥 Hours: Every Wednesday, 1鈥痯m鈥4鈥痯m, appointment-based.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call:&苍产蝉辫;437-703鈥8703
飪 Email: callauntieclinic@sgmt.ca
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An Indigenous-led cultural hub and charity serving urban Indigenous peoples across Toronto. They offer various supports including: peer and cultural counselling, a drop-in Gathering Place, emergency material aid, food bank and community meals, transportation and friendly visiting for elders, case management for children, youth mentoring, parenting and prenatal workshops, academic upgrading and basic digital or literacy training, crafts, cultural teachings, and health and life-skills programming.
飪 Who is this for? Indigenous peoples.
飥 Hours: Monday鈥揊riday, 9鈥痑m鈥5鈥痯m
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call:&苍产蝉辫;416-360鈥4350
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Stella鈥檚 Place offers free mental health services and works to help young adults learn skills, build community, and be empowered to manage their own mental health. The Stella鈥檚 Place 鈥榤enu鈥 includes peer support, clinical services, employment support, wellness, art, and recovery programs.
Other Services include:
- Virtual/In-Person Drop-In Counselling
- Bean Bag Chat App
- Queer Expressions Drop-In
- DBT Skills
- Mosaic BIPOC Drop-In
- Consult a Family Doctor
And more!
飪 Who is this for? Young adults aged 16 to 29
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
飥 Location: 54 Wolseley Street, Toronto ON, M5T 1A5
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-461-2345
飪 Email: connect@stellasplace.ca
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Family Service Toronto assists individuals and families through their counselling, community engagement and public education programs, and advocacy work. They work with individuals, families, and communities destabilized by precarious mental health and/or socioeconomic circumstances to achieve greater resilience, stability, and equity.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone who lives or works in Toronto
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Evening appointments may be available
飥 Location: 355 Church Street, 3rd floor, Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
$ Cost: Free and paid sliding scale services available.
飩 Call: 416-595-9618
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WoodGreen provides integrated programs such as physical and mental health services, affordable housing, employment support, financial counselling, child care, seniors and youth programs and more. They strive to remove barriers and empower clients, working closely with clients, community, and thought leaders to reshape social service delivery to better serve the community.
飪 Who is this for? Persons seeking support. Eligibility may depend on service.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
飥 Locations: WoodGreen provides support from over 44 locations.
Main Office: 815 Danforth Avenue, suite 100, Toronto, ON, M4J 1L2
$ Cost: Primarily free, with few paid services.
飩 Call: 416-645-6000
飪 Email: info@woodgreen.org
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Hope + Me provides free support and recovery programs to people with mood disorders. They offer evidence-based peer support to empower, foster self-care, and rekindle hope on the path to recovery.
Services include:
- Virtual peer support groups
- Counselling Services
- Warm Line with peer support specialists
- Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
And more!
飪 Who is this for? People struggling with mood disorders, and their friends and families
飥&苍产蝉辫;Warm Line hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
飥 Location: 2300 Yonge St suite 1600 unit 17, Toronto, ON, M4P 1E4
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call the Warm Line: 1-888-486-8236
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Telephone and online professional counselling, as well as crisis text support with trained volunteers. Available in English and French.
飪 Who is this for? Individuals up to 29 years old
飥 Hours: 24/7
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 1-800-668-6868
Text: CONNECT to 686868
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An innovative registered charity based in Toronto that supports a community of professional counsellors who offer low-cost therapy. Their online shop and in-person storefront offer curated resources that support stronger mental health.
Services include:
- Low cost, sliding-scale therapy
- Mental health library
- Storefront
- Workshops
- Fun events
And more!
飪 Who is this for? Those who are eligible for support through Hard Feelings:
- Have less than $1500 in benefits to spend on counselling
- Self-identify as economically vulnerable and/or facing financial barriers to accessing mental health supports
- Are currently living in Ontario
- Are 18 years of age or older
飥 Hours: Monday to Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
飥 Location: 353 Church St., Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
$ Cost: Hard Feelings offers workshops, events and the mental health library free of charge, and individual, couples and family counselling at low-cost, sliding scale rates.
飩 Call: 647-740-3335
飪 Email: info@hardfeelings.org
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What鈥檚 Up Walk-In provides free mental health counselling for children, youth (up to age 29), and their families. Services are available without an appointment and offered both virtually and in person at multiple locations across Toronto. Support includes help with anxiety, depression, school issues, family conflict, and more.
飪 Who is this for? Children, youth up to age 29, and their families
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 1-866-585-6486
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WoodGreen provides integrated programs such as physical and mental health services, affordable housing, employment support, financial counselling, child care, seniors and youth programs and more. They strive to remove barriers and empower clients, working closely with clients, community, and thought leaders to reshape social service delivery to better serve the community.
飪 Who is this for? Eligibility may depend on service.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
飥 Locations: WoodGreen provides support from over 44 locations.
Main Office: 815 Danforth Avenue, suite 100, Toronto, ON, M4J 1L2
$ Cost: Primarily free, with few paid services.
飩 Call: 416-645-6000
飪 Email: info@woodgreen.org
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West Neighbourhood House is a nonprofit community-based organization in downtown west Toronto. It offers a wide range of programs and services that support people of all ages, including children, youth, adults, seniors, newcomers, and people with disabilities. Their work focuses on building community, promoting equity and inclusion, and supporting personal and social change through practical, culturally responsive support.
飪 Who is this for? This is for people of all ages and backgrounds living in Toronto鈥檚 west-end communities. It supports children, families, youth, seniors, newcomers, people with disabilities, and individuals facing housing or financial challenges.
飥 Hours: Most programs and services operate Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some programs like senior support and respite services may have extended or weekend hours depending on the location.
$ Cost: Both free and paid services are available.
飩 Call: 416-532-4828
飪 Email: info@westnh.org
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Services include crisis support, mental health support, harm reduction, homelessness prevention, eviction prevention, LGBTQ+ support, seniors support, conflict resolution, homework help, food safety and access to government support.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone in need
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$ Cost: Both free and paid programs and services are available.
飩 Call: 647-327-0206
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YSM addresses poverty in Toronto by focusing on vulnerable youth, financially struggling adults, and families in need. YSM also partners with community members in high-priority neighbourhoods to develop resident-led solutions where everyone has access to the resources they need to thrive and accomplish their goals.
飪 Who is this for? Eligibility depends on the service the individual is trying to reach. If unsure, get in contact with YSM or 211.
飥 Main YSM Location: YSM Martin Centre
306 Gerrard St. E, Toronto, ON, M5A 2G7
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$ Cost: Free for people within the catchment area (Bloor St to Lake Ontario, between Yonge St. and Don Valley Parkway).
飩 Call: 416-929-9614
飪 Email: info@ysm.ca
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SAFSS is a charitable, multi-service non-profit serving the Greater Toronto Area. Originally founded to support victims of domestic violence, it now offers comprehensive programs for newcomers, families, women, seniors, and youth. Services include settlement assistance (orientation, needs assessment, referrals), language/skills training (ESL/CALL/CNC childcare), women鈥檚 support (counselling, legal & housing aid, crisis intervention), mental health & well-being counselling, volunteer development, neighbourhood investment, Men Make a Difference (perpetrator intervention), and childcare services-all delivered in a culturally safe, multilingual environment.
飪 Who is this for? Newcomers, Women, Men, Children, Seniors, families and Youth.
飥 Hours: Head Office (Markham Rd): Mon鈥揊ri, 9:00鈥痑m鈥4:30鈥痯m
Specific service hours vary by program and location.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-431-4847
飪 Email: info@safss.org
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A peer-based psychosocial rehabilitation centre in Toronto that supports adults living with mental illness. It provides a recovery community where members engage in meaningful activities- including daily work routines, social programs, employment, education, housing, and wellness initiatives- and offers additional peer-support services like the Warm Line and group meetings for dual recovery.
飪 Who is this for? Adults (18+)
飥 Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: (416) 323-0223
飪 Email: theclub@progressplace.org
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LEF delivers community-driven services- including licensed childcare, newcomer settlement, language training , employment supports, and skills training- across 30+ neighbourhoods, grounded in equity, Indigenous reconciliation, and community economic development.
飪 Who is this for? Newcomers to Canada
飥 Hours: Monday鈥揊riday, 9鈥痑.m.鈥5鈥痯.m.
$ Cost: Many services are free or subsidized; some workforce training courses may qualify for funding via the Canada-Ontario Job Grant or similar program.
飩 Call: (416) 769-0830
飪 Email: info@lefca.org
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A volunteer-led, non-profit organization dedicated to empowering South Asian women (and their families) across the GTA. SAWC offers culturally relevant support-including legal advice, settlement aid, wellness programs, and crisis intervention-in multiple South Asian languages, fostering community, resilience, and self-awareness.
飪 Who is this for? South Asian women of all ages (and their families); services also available to Portuguese and Spanish speakers.
飥 Hours: Main centre (Lansdowne/Dupont): Mon鈥揊ri, 9鈥痑.m.鈥4鈥痯.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call:&苍产蝉辫;(416)鈥537鈥2276
飪 Email: info@sawc.org
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Settlement assistance, English-language learning, employment coaching, leadership development, community programs, and more-free and in culturally responsive ways.
飪 Who is this for? Newcomer and immigrant women, plus their families.
飥 Hours: Monday鈥揊riday, 9鈥痑.m.鈥撯4:鈥痯.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 647-224-1371
飪 Email: info@newcomerwomen.org
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A Toronto-based non-profit organization offering multicultural, community-driven programs for newcomers, youth, seniors, families, and job-seekers. Services include settlement, language training, employment supports, youth programs, seniors wellness, refugee resettlement, and mental health workshops.
飪 Who is this for? Newcomers & refugees, job seekers, language learners.
飥 Hours: Main & branch offices: Mon鈥揊ri, 9:鈥痑.m.鈥5鈥痯.m., by appointment; services available in-person and via phone/Zoom
$ Cost: Free. Some specialized programs may have sliding-scale or nominal fees.
飩 Call: 1-844-493-5839
飪 Email: info@polycultural.org
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础肠丑脓惫 helps immigrants and refugees settle in Ontario through its Newcomer Information Centres (NIC) and the Newcomer Settlement Program (NSP). Services include one-on-one settlement guidance, employment support, language referrals, credential recognition, legal and financial literacy, health and housing advice, childcare support, webinars, and workshops.
飪 Who is this for? Permanent residents, convention refugees, CUAET holders, and eligible newcomers aged 16+ in Ontario.
飥 Hours: Mon鈥揊ri, 9鈥痑.m.鈥5鈥痯.m., by appointment at centres.
$ Cost: Free
飥 Contact & Locations:
飩 Call the Toronto Location: 416-964-9797
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YMCA GTA offers free, multilingual immigration and settlement support-from language assessments to pre-arrival webinars-along with youth leadership, employment prep, and community integration services.
飪 Who is this for? Newcomers to Canada
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-928-9622 or 1-800-223-8024
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TMSU Sexual Assault Survivor Support Help Line
Free and confidential peer support for survivors of sexual violence, those supporting survivors, or those just looking for more information related to sexual violence support.
飪 Who is this for? 成人大片 community and others
飥 Hours: 10 a.m. to 12 a.m.
$ Cost: Free
Text or WhatsApp: 437-600-7575
飦 More Information: 成人大片 Sexual Assault Survivor Support Help Line webpage
24/7 confidential care for individuals of all genders who have experienced sexual assault, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking. The centre provides medical treatment, forensic evidence collection, crisis support, and follow-up care. All services are free of charge and available with or without health insurance.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone who has experienced sexual assault, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking.
飥 Hours: Urgent Care: 24/7
Non-urgent services: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-323-6040
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The Gatehouse provides specialized, trauma-informed support and counseling for survivors of childhood sexual abuse and their families. They offer individual, group, and family therapy, advocacy, and educational programs aimed at healing and recovery in a safe, confidential environment.
飪 Who is this for? Survivors of childhood sexual abuse of all ages and their families.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM 鈥 5:00 PM (Counseling by appointment)
$ Cost: Free and paid programs available. Paid programs are available at a sliding scale rate or in payment plans.
飩 Call: 416-538-7255
飪 Email: info@thegatehouse.org
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The Assaulted Women鈥檚 Helpline provides 24 hour helpline support for women who have experienced physical or sexual abuse or violence, as well as counselling and referral services. They also offer a seniors safety line to support seniors experiencing abuse or neglect.
飪 Who is this for? Women affected by abuse, and seniors experiencing abuse or neglect.
飥 Hours: 24/7 crisis line, and Monday to Friday 11am - 8pm online chat counselling
$ Cost: Free
飩 Contact:
Crisis Lines
GTA 416-863-0511
TOLL-FREE 1-866-863-0511
TOLL-FREE TTY 1-866-863-7868
Text #SAFE (#7233)
Seniors Safety Line
TOLL-FREE 1-866-299-1011
TTY 1-866-299-0008
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24/7 specialized care for individuals who have experienced sexual assault or intimate partner violence. Their network offers confidential medical care, forensic evidence collection, crisis support, and follow-up services, all free of charge. The site also offers information for survivors, healthcare providers, and advocates on accessing support, understanding legal options, and finding local treatment centres.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone in Ontario who has experienced sexual assault or intimate partner violence.
飥 Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
飥 Locations: 76 Grenville Street Toronto, ON M5S 1B2
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-323-7327
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Support, advocacy, and education for survivors of sexual violence, with a strong focus on anti-oppression, intersectionality, and community healing. The organization offers 24-hour crisis support, individual and group counselling, court and police accompaniment, and public education programs. Services are free, confidential, and open to people of all genders, with a particular emphasis on supporting marginalized and racialized communities.
飪 Who is this for? Survivors of sexual violence.
飥 Hours: Crisis Line: 24/7
Web chat: Available Wednesdays to Fridays, 7pm to midnight.
飥 Location: 2938 Dundas St. West
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-597-1171
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The Ontario Coalition of Rape Crisis Centres (OCRCC) is a network of sexual assault centres across Ontario. Our membership includes sexual assault centres from across Ontario, offering counselling, information and support services to survivors of sexual violence, including childhood sexual abuse and incest.
飪 Who is this for? Survivors of sexual violence.
飥 Hours: Crisis line: 24/7
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM 鈥 5:00 PM
$ Cost: Free
飪 Email: info@sexualassaultsupport.ca
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PPT is a community-based organization that offers comprehensive health services, education and support. PPT provides confidential, non-judgmental care focusing on sexual health, mental health, and general health. PPT is committed to inclusivity and supports individuals navigating challenges related to identity, sexual orientation, gender identity, and systemic barriers.
飪 Who is this for? People aged 13 to 29.
飥 Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
飥 Location: 36B Prince Arthur Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5R 1A9
$ Cost: Free visits and low-cost treatment available.
飩 Call: 416-961-0113
飪 Email: ppt@ppt.on.ca
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Accessible sexual and reproductive health services, including birth control options, STI testing and treatment, HIV testing, pregnancy counselling, and referrals. The clinic is inclusive, pro-choice, and provides care without requiring a health card or residency restrictions.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone seeking sexual and reproductive health care.
飥 Office hours: Monday 鈥 Friday 10am - 5pm
飥 Clinic hours: Monday 2:00pm 鈥 5:00pm
Tuesday 3:00pm 鈥 7:00pm
Wednesday 12:00pm 鈥 5:00pm
Thursday 4:00pm 鈥 8:00pm
Friday 12:30pm 鈥 4:30pm
飥 Location: 960 Lawrence Avenue West, Suite 403, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 3B5
$ Cost: Free, with no health card necessary.
飩 Call: 416-789-4541
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Comprehensive sexual and reproductive health care for people across Ontario including contraceptive counselling, birth control prescriptions, and emergency contraception. The clinic provides both medication-based and in-clinic abortion services, including procedures up to 24 weeks of pregnancy. They also offer sexual health screening and anonymous HIV testing.
飪 Who is this for? People of all genders across Ontario.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00鈥痑.m. 鈥 4:00鈥痯.m
$ Cost: Free and low-cost options available.
飩 Call: 416-351-3700
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A community-based clinic providing medical and counselling services in all areas of sexual health. The women鈥檚 clinic provides birth control, pregnancy testing, abortion referrals, STI and HIV testing and counselling and other services related to women鈥檚 sexual and reproductive health. The men鈥檚 clinic specializes in STI and HIV testing and counselling.
飪 Who is this for? People aged 13 to 29.
飥 Women's clinic hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tuesday, and Thursday, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
飥 Men's clinic hours: Monday and Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
飥 Location: 66 Gerrard Street East, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON, M5B 1G3
$ Cost: Free medical and counselling services in many areas of sexual health.
飩 Call: 416-922-0566
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A sex-positive, inclusive health clinic in Toronto that provides comprehensive sexual, mental, and physical health care in a safe, affirming environment. Their services include STI testing and treatment, HIV rapid testing, PrEP and PEP access, birth control, gender-affirming care (including hormones), Pap/HPV screening, medical abortion, vaccinations, and mental health support. Safer Six prioritizes care for underserved communities and offers a respectful, non-judgmental space for people of all genders and orientations.
飪 Who is this for? People of all genders and sexual orientations.
飥 Hours: Hours vary by location. Please visit the for more information.
$ Cost: Paid services, which may or may not be covered by your insurance. Please bring your health card to your appointment.
飩 Call: 647鈥657鈥4033
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A family-focused support program offering home visiting and group-based learning designed to help parents of young children develop positive parenting practices and foster healthy child development.
飪 Who is this for? Parents or primary caregivers with children from birth up to under 6 years old.
飥 Hours: Monday 鈥 Friday, 9 AM 鈥 5 PM
$ Cost: Strides programs are generally free of charge for eligible families.
飩 Call: 416-321-5464 ext. 531
飪 Email: contactus@stridestoronto.ca
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Unity Health Toronto is a hospital network made up of St. Michael鈥檚 Hospital, St. Joseph鈥檚 Health Centre, and Providence Healthcare. It provides a full range of services including emergency care, mental health support, surgery, rehabilitation, and long-term care. The network focuses on compassionate, high-quality care, with a strong commitment to equity, research, and serving diverse communities.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone in need of healthcare services in Toronto and GT greater Ontario.
飥 Hours:
- Visiting hours (all hospitals): 6鈥痑.m.鈥10鈥痯.m.; quiet hours 10鈥痯.m.鈥6鈥痑.m.
- Emergency Departments: Open 24/7 across all campuses
$ Cost: Services are billed through OHIP or equivalent.
飩 Call: 416鈥864鈥5215
飪 Email: patientrelations@unityhealth.to
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Support for unpaid caregivers (family, partners, friends, neighbours) supporting someone with dementia or related mental, developmental, or physical challenges.
飪 Who is this for?
- Unpaid caregivers (family, partners, friends, neighbours) supporting someone with dementia or related mental, developmental, or physical challenges.
- Typically for those residing in East Toronto (Yonge to Rouge River, Eglinton to Lake Shore); exceptions may be considered.
飥 Intake & Program Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9鈥痑.m. 鈥 5鈥痯.m
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: (416) 572-3575
飪 Email: cccentralintake@woodgreen.org
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Family Service Toronto helps people and families by offering counselling, community programs, education programs, and advocacy. They support people, families and communities facing mental health and/or socioeconomic circumstances to achieve greater resilience, stability, and equity.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone who lives or works in Toronto.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Evening appointments may be available
飥 Location: 355 Church Street, 3rd floor, Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
$ Cost: Free and paid sliding scale services available.
飩 Call: 416-595-9618
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A nonprofit community-based organization in downtown west Toronto that offers a wide range of programs and services to support people of all ages, including children, youth, adults, seniors, newcomers, and people with disabilities. Their work focuses on building community, promoting equity and inclusion, and supporting personal and social change through practical, culturally responsive support.
飪 Who is this for? People living in Toronto鈥檚 west-end communities.
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$ Cost: Both free and paid services available.
飩 Call: 416-532-4828
飪 Email: info@westnh.org
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NEDIC is a program of University Health Network's Centre for Mental Health, providing a bridge between community and care for people affected by eating disorders in Canada. They offer information, resources, referrals, and support through a toll-free helpline and live chat platform, serving individuals living with an eating disorder as well as the people who care for them, from family members and friends, to healthcare providers.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone in Canada living with an eating disorder or those caring for them.
飥 Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 1-866-NEDIC-20 (toll-free helpline) or 416-340-4156 (Toronto)
Live Chat:
飪 Email: nedic@uhn.ca
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Sheena鈥檚 Place offers group-based support to people aged 17+ affected by an eating disorder or disordered eating. The professionally-facilitated groups are completely free of charge and participants do not require an eating disorder diagnosis or referral to register. Sheena鈥檚 place is committed to inspiring hope, reducing stigma, raising awareness and offering meaningful help and information at all stages of recovery.
飪 Who is this for? People aged 17 + who are experiencing eating disorders and living in Ontario.
飥 Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
飥 Location: 87 Spadina Road, Toronto, ON, M5R 2T1
$ Cost: Free
飩 Call: 416-927-8900
飪 Email: info@sheenasplace.org
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Family Service Toronto assists individuals and families through their counselling, community engagement and public education programs, and advocacy work. They work with individuals, families, and communities destabilized by precarious mental health and/or socioeconomic circumstances to achieve greater resilience, stability, and equity.
飪 Who is this for? Anyone who lives or works in Toronto
飥 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
飥 Location: 355 Church Street, 3rd floor, Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
$ Cost: Free and paid sliding scale services available.
飩 Call: 416-595-9618
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A community-based, charitable lead agency in Toronto鈥檚 east end providing integrated support across mental health, developmental, autism, newcomer, youth, and family services. Their programs include individual, group, and family counselling; early childhood and infant mental health; autism and developmental services; newcomer youth engagement (volunteer, sports, workshops, outings); youth justice initiatives; nutrition and healthy-pregnancy education; after-school supports; employment readiness; and gender-based violence prevention.
飪 Who is this for? Infants, children, and youth (ages 0鈥21), and families.
飥 Hours: Specific program hours vary.
飥 Location: 100 Consilium Place, Suite 600, Toronto, ON, M1H 3E3
$ Cost: Most programs and services are free, with few paid programs offered.
飩 Call: (416)鈥431鈥3678
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Community mental health centre for infants, children, youth, young adults, and their families/caregivers, including community-based violence against women services and shelter, and integrated rapid access to multiple mental health, primary health, and social service programs.
飪 Who is this for? Eligibility depends on the program or service.
$ Cost: Free
飥 Hours: Vary by program or service.
- 飥 Main Office: 2010 Eglinton Ave W, Suite 300, Toronto, ON, M6E 2K3
- 飥 Rapid Access Therapy location: 1541 Jane St, Toronto, ON, M9N 2R3
- 飩 Child & Family Centre: 416-394-2424
- 飩 Shelter for Women: 416-394-2950
- 飩 Virtual Rapid Access Therapy: 416-669-3521
- 飩 Violence Against Women Services 24-Hour Crisis Line: 416-394-2999
飪&苍产蝉辫;贰尘补颈濒: info@yorktownfamilyservices.com
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