Community Supports
A list of off-campus resources for you to call, text, or visit.
LGBT YouthLine (external link)
Free support through Ontario-wide 2SLGBTQ+ peer-support HelpLine.
Who is this for? Those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+ youth, age 29 and under.
Hours: Sunday to Friday, 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 1-800-268-9688
Text: 647-694-4275
Chat: youthline.ca (external link)
More Information: YouthLine website (external link)
HQ Toronto (external link)
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.
Who is this for?
- Cisgender men who are into men (gay, bi, queer).
- Two-Spirit, transgender, and non-binary people (AMAB).
Walk-In Hours:
Monday–Wednesday: 12:00 pm–7:30 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm–7:30 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm–5:30 pm
Group supports run Mon–Thu from 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
$ Cost: Free
Call: (416) 521‑4445
Email: info@hqtoronto.ca
More information: HQ Toronto website (external link)
Friends of Ruby (external link)
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.
Who is this for? 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 16–29.
Drop in Centre (489 Queen St. East, LL01) Hours: Monday–Friday, 11:00 am–6:30 pm
Transitional Housing (“Friends of Ruby Home”) Hours: Open 24/7
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416‑359‑0237
General Inquiries Email: info@friendsofruby.ca
Housing Email: housing@friendsofruby.ca
More information: Friends of Ruby website (external link)
Breakaway Community Services: Pieces to Pathways (P2P) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? LGBTQIA2S+ youth ages 16-29.
Hours: Hours vary by program and service.
Location: 21 Strickland Ave, Toronto, ON, M6K 3E6
$ Cost: Free
Call Breakaway: 416-537-9346
Email: p2pinfo@breakawaycs.ca
More information: Breakaway Community Services: Pieces to Pathways (P2P) website (external link)
Trans LifeLine (external link)
A trans-led nonprofit that provides peer support and crisis intervention for transgender and gender-questioning individuals across the U.S. and Canada.
Who is this for? Trans people in crisis.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
$ Cost: Both free and paid services.
Call: 877-330-6366
More Information: Trans LifeLine website (external link)
Sherbourne Health: Supporting Our Youth (SOY) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Queer, transgender, Two Spirit, and questioning youth (2SLGBTQ) aged 29 and under.
Hours: Service schedules vary.
$ Cost: Free
Call: (416) 324‑4180
Email: communityprograms@sherbourne.on.ca
More information: Supporting Our Youth website (external link)
Rainbow Connect (external link)
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 “Peer‑2‑Peer Chit‑Chat” groups and one-on-one support for resettlement and service navigation.
Who is this for? LGBTQ+ newcomers, refugee claimants, convention refugees, or permanent residents in Toronto.
Hours: Vary depending on program.
$ Cost: Free
Call Nicholas Manyan (he/him): 416‑824‑3726
Email Nicholas Manyan (he/him): nicholas.manyan@tngcs.org
More information: Rainbow Connect website (external link)
The 519 (external link)
The 519 is a City of Toronto–affiliated, 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.
Who is this for? All 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.
Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:30 am–9 pm
Sat–Sun: 9 am–5 pm
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-392‑6874
Email: info@The519.org
More information: The 519 website (external link)
Sistering (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Women and gender-diverse people.
Hours:
- 24-Hour Drop-In: 24/7
- Daytime Parkdale Drop-In: Mondays to Fridays, 9:30am to 1:30pm
Location:
- 24-Hour Drop-In: 962 Bloor Street West
- Daytime Parkdale Drop-In: 220 Cowan Ave.
$ Cost: Free
Contact the 24-Hour Drop-In:
- Call: 416-926-9762 and 416-926-1946
- Email: generalinfo@sistering.org
Contact the Daytime Parkdale Drop-In:
- Call: 416-588-3939
- Email: outreach@sistering.org
More information: Sistering website (external link)
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) (external link)
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 Mental Illness & Addiction Index (external link) .
Who is this for? Programs available for various age groups.
Location: Multiple Locations (external link)
Phone: 416-535-8501 (press 2 for centralized info, intake, and scheduling for most services)
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.
More information: CAMH website (external link)
Responsible Gambling Council (external link)
The Responsible Gambling Council (RGC) is an independent, non‑profit organization based in Toronto that promotes safer gambling by preventing problem gambling through public education, research, regulation standards, and partnerships with industry and government.
Who is this for? The general public & people aged 12-24.
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. ET (office hours; online resources and campaigns available 24/7).
$ Cost: Most public-facing resources and educational materials are available free of charge.
Call: 416‑499-9800
More information: Responsible Gambling Council website (external link)
True North Medical Centre (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Anyone in Ontario ages 12+.
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.
Call toll-free: 1‑888‑878‑3563
More information: True North Medical Centre website (external link)
Canadian Addictions Treatment Centres (external link)
CATC (Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres) is a private, CARF-accredited network of over 80 addiction treatment clinics across Canada. They provide a full continuum of care- from instant-access outpatient opioid treatment to intensive inpatient rehabilitation, virtual programs, detox, hepatitis C treatment, harm reduction services, and pharmacy support.
Who is this for? Individuals aged 12+.
Hours: Vary by location.
$ Cost: Most services are covered by provincial health insurance (e.g. OHIP); additional programs (e.g., counselling, certain meds) may be covered or subsidized.
Toll‑free intake line: 1‑877‑937‑2282
Email: info@canatc.ca
More information: Canadian Addictions Treatment Centres website (external link)
JACS Toronto (external link)
Confidential individual, group, family, and youth counselling, addiction treatment, behavioural‑addiction support, outreach/education programs, and peer support for those affected by substance use and mental‑health challenges.
Who is this for? Individuals and families in Ontario.
Office Hours: Monday–Thursday 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (winter Fridays sometimes until 2 p.m.)
Programs and support-group hours vary-check website for details.
$ Cost: Support groups are free; individual and family counselling offered on a sliding‑scale fee.
Call: 416‑638‑0350
Email: info@jacstoronto.org
More information: JACS Toronto website (external link)
Connex Ontario (external link)
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’s website.
Who is this for? Any individual or service provider in Ontario.
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
$ Cost: Free
Phone/Crisis Line (Toll-Free): 1‑866‑531‑2600
Text: Text CONNEX to 247247 (standard messaging rates may apply)
More information: Connex Ontario website (external link)
Addiction Services Central Ontario (ASCO) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Individuals aged 12 and older living in York Region, North York, South Simcoe, and parts of Toronto.
Hours:
- Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Friday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. (sometimes until 2 p.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.
Call:
- Phone (toll-free): 1‑800‑263‑2288
- Local: 905‑841‑7007
More information: Addiction Services Central Ontario (ASCO) website (external link)
Black Youth Helpline (external link)
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.
Who is this for? All youth, specifically Black youth
Hours: Every day, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-285-9944
More information: Black Youth Helpline website (external link)
Wanasah (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Black youth aged 12–25 living in Regent Park or nearby.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 647-947-6090
Email: info@wanasah.ca
More information: Wanasah website (external link)
CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Black youth and young adults (14–30+) in Toronto.
Hours: Programming hours vary by initiative.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-492‑3000
Email: info@ceetoronto.org
More information: CEE Centre for Young Black Professionals website (external link)
Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Black individuals in Toronto aged 16-29.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416‑977‑9955
Email: info@black‑cap.com
More information: Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention website (external link)
Black Health Alliance (external link)
Black Health Alliance (BHA) is a community-led registered charity based in Toronto, working to improve health and well-being among Canada’s 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.
Who is this for? Black individuals and communities across Canada.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-670-9474
Email: info@blackhealthalliance.ca
More information: Black Health Alliance website (external link)
TAIBU Community Health Centre (external link)
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‑pain rehabilitation, telemedicine, youth and Indigenous services, and the Toronto Community Crisis Service.
Who is this for? Black-identifying individuals in the GTA,with priority to Scarborough and Malvern residents—as well as Francophone and Indigenous community members in the area.
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 am–5 pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 9 am–8 pm
$ Cost: Free
Call (Clinic): 416-644‑3536
Call (Admin): 416-644‑3539
Email: info@taibuchc.ca
More information: TAIBU Community Health Centre website (external link)
Cafcan - Family Services (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Black-identifying families in the GTA.
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:00am - 8:00pm
$ Cost: Free
Call (Toronto): 416-740‑1056
Email: info@cafcan.org
More information: Cafcan - Family Services website (external link)
Strides Toronto (external link)
Strides Toronto offers community, autism, developmental and mental health support, services and referrals in Toronto's east end.
Services include:
- What’s 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.
Who is this for? People aged 12 to 25 years old, and families.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 100 Consilium Place, Suite 600, Toronto, ON, M1H 3E3
$ Cost: Most programs and services are free, with few paid programs offered.
Call: 416-438-3697 (Intake line: ext.19055)
Email: contactus@stridestoronto.ca
More information: Strides website (external link)
Lumenus (external link)
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’s 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!
Who is this for? Eligibility criteria depends on the service
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: Locations for services may vary.
$ Cost: Most programs and services are free, with few paid programs offered.
Call: 1-833 LUMENUS (586-3687)
Email: info@lumenus.ca
More information: Lumenus website (external link)
Cota (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Adults (16+) with developmental disabilities living in Toronto.
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416‑785‑9230 (ext. 8793 for referrals)
Toll-Free: 1‑888‑785‑2779
Email: info@cotainspires.ca
More information: Cota website (external link)
CAMH Adult Neurodevelopmental Services (external link)
ANS provides short-term, interprofessional, goal‑oriented 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.
Who is this for? Adults aged 16 and older.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
$ Cost: OHIP or equivalent required.
Call (Access CAMH): 416‑535‑8501, press 2 (or extension 37800 for ANS)
Email: ANSinfo@camh.ca
More information: CAMH Adult Neurodevelopmental Services website (external link)
Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO) (external link)
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:
- LD@school (external link) : Resources and professional development materials which highlight evidence-based practices and strategies to support students in the classroom.
- LD@home (external link) : A platform for families, offering webinars, navigation guides, and more.
- LD@work (external link) : Supports adults with learning disabilities and ADHD in the workplace through resources for self-advocacy, inclusive employment practices, and guidance on accessibility and accommodations.
- LD@learning (external link) : Online learning workshops, courses and consultations for parents, students and professionals.
Who is this for? People of all ages with learning disabilities, their families, educators, and employers
Hours: Must contact site
$ Cost: Free and paid resources available
Call: (416) 929-4311
More information: Learning Disabilities Association of Ontario (LDAO) website (external link)
Surrey Place (external link)
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.
Who is this for?
Hours: Takes calls 24 hours a day - service and program hours may vary.
$ Cost: Free and paid services
Call:
- Autism and Children & Youth Services Central Intake: 1-833-575-KIDS (5437)
- Adult Services Central Intake: 1-855-DS ADULT (372-3858)
More information: Surrey Place website (external link)
Naseesha (external link)
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.
Who is this for? All youth, specifically Muslim youth
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.
Call: 1-866-627-3342 (NASEEHA)
Text: 1 (866) 627-3342 (NASEEHA)
More information: Naseeha website (external link)
By Peaceful Waters (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Those seeking faith-integrated therapy through a Christian lens.
Main Office Hours (Intake/Admin): Mon–Fri, 9:30 am–4 pm (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 “MemberCare+” plans may be available via church partnerships, free for congregants.
Call: 519-886-8577 or Toll Free 888-926-0519
Email: info@bypeacefulwaters.ca
More information: By Peaceful Waters website (external link)
Sakeenah Canada (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Primarily Muslim women and their children, Also open to non-Muslim women; male children accepted with conditions—call to confirm.
Shelter Crisis Line and Transitional Homes Hours: 24/7 access, staff on site
Main Office Hours: Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm
$ Cost: Free
Email: info@sakeenahcanada.com (opens in new window)
More information: Sakeenah Canada website (external link)
Daily Bread Food Bank (external link)
The Daily Bread Food Bank provides free, nutritious and culturally appropriate food to people in need and advocates for solutions to end poverty.
Who is this for? People and families facing food insecurity.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-203-0050
Email: info@dailybread.ca
More information: Daily Bread Food Bank website (external link)
Fred Victor (external link)
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.
Who is this for? People in the Regent Park and Moss Park communities.
Hours: Meal deliveries and hours vary by location.
$ Cost: Free
Location: 145 Queen Street East in Moss Park
Call: 416-364-8228
Location: 40 Oak Street, in Regent Park
Call: 416-363-4234
More information: Fred Victor website (external link)
The Stop (external link)
The Stop provides emergency food access programs to people in need, including a food bank, drop-in meal locations, and the Good Food Market.
Who is this for? People in Toronto looking for affordable food options.
Drop-In Meals Hours vary by location
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.
Call: 416-652-7867
Email: general@thestop.org
More information: The Stop website (external link)
Toronto Vegetarian Food Bank (external link)
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’s rescued animals.
Who is this for? People facing poverty and food insecurity.
$ Cost: Free
Email: tovegfoodbank@gmail.com
More information: Toronto Vegetarian Food Bank website (external link)
FoodShare Toronto (external link)
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
Who is this for? People facing food insecurity in Toronto.
$ Cost: Most programming is free, with some paid workshops available.
Call: 416-363-6441
Email: info@foodshare.net
More information: FoodShare Toronto website (external link)
Housing Help Centres (City-Funded Agencies) (external link)
The City of Toronto’s 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.
Who is this for? Any Toronto resident who is experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness.
Hours and contact:
- Emergency shelter intake: 24/7 via 311 or Central Intake (416‑338‑4766 or toll‑free 1‑877‑338‑3398)
- Housing Help Centres: Typically operate Monday to Saturday, daytime hours (e.g., 9 a.m.–3–4 p.m.) depending on location
$ Cost: Free
More information: Housing Help Centres (City-Funded Agencies) website (external link)
Covenant House Toronto (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Youth aged 16–24.
Hours:
- Shelter: Open 24/7 every day
- Drop-in Centre: Mon–Sun, 12 p.m.–6:45 p.m.
- Health Clinic: Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–12 p.m. & 1 p.m.–4 p.m.; Tuesdays until 7 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Contact: 1-800-435-7308
(416) 598-4898
More information: Covenant House Toronto website (external link)
The Access Point (external link)
The Access Point acts as a central intake hub in Toronto for adults and youth (age 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.
Who is this for? People aged 14+.
Hours: Intake office: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416‑640‑1934
Toll-Free: 1‑888‑640‑1934
Email: info@theaccesspoint.ca
More information: The Access Point website (external link)
Streets to Homes Assessment & Referral Centre (SHARC) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? People aged 16+ living outdoors.
Hours: Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
$ Cost: Free
Contact: Call 311 (Toronto’s general information line) to request outreach support.
For emergency shelter referrals, contact Central Intake at 416‑338‑4766.
More information: Streets to Homes Assessment & Referral Centre (SHARC) website (external link)
YWCA Toronto (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Women and gender-diverse individuals aged 16+.
Hours:
- Emergency shelters: 24/7 access
- Drop-in & office supports: Typically daytime hours; vary by site (contact specific shelter for details).
$ Cost: Free
Contact: 416-961-8100
More information: YWCA Toronto website (external link)
WoodGreen Red Door Family Shelter (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Women in the GTA.
Hours:
- Shelter access: Open 24/7, all year.
- Administration office: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-915-5671
More information: WoodGreen Red Door Family Shelter website (external link)
Talk4Healing (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Indigenous women
Hours: 24/7
$ Cost: Free
Call: 1-855-554-HEAL (4325)
Text: 1-855-554-HEAL (4325)
Hope For Wellness Helpline (external link)
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.
Who is this for? All Indigenous individuals across Canada.
Hours: 24/7
$ Cost: Free
Call: 1‑855‑242‑3310
Online chat: Available via the website home page
More information: Hope For Wellness Helpline website (external link)
Anishnawbe Health Toronto (AHT) (external link)
AHT is an Indigenous-governed, accredited community health centre serving urban Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Métis, 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.
Who is this for? Indigenous individuals and families.
Hours: Monday to Friday 9AM – 5PM
Please call 416-360-0486 for on call services (5:00 PM-9:00 AM).
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-360-0486
More information: Anishnawbe Health Toronto (AHT) website (external link)
Native Canadian Centre of Toronto (NCCT) (external link)
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’s language programs, adult case management, cultural workshops, marketplace and entrepreneurship training, facility rentals, and more.
Who is this for? Indigenous individuals.
Main Building Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm
Seniors Program Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm
$ Cost: Core programs are free for Indigenous participants. Facility rentals and educational workshops have associated fees-rates vary by room and service.
Call: 416-964‑9087
More information: Native Canadian Centre of Toronto (NCCT) website (external link)
Indspire (external link)
Indspire is a national Indigenous registered charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and Métis 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.
Who is this for? Indigenous students and educators.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm
$ Cost: Free, with some paid programming and events.
Call: 1-855-INDSPIRE (1-855-463-7747)
Email: info@indspire.ca
More information: Indspire website (external link)
2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Indigenous Two-Spirit, queer, non-binary, and transgender individuals.
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:30 am–6:30 pm
$ Cost: Free for members: membership is required (free to sign up).
Call: 416-792-2124
Email: info@2spirits.org
More information: 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations website (external link)
Native Youth Sexual Health Network (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Indigenous youth (ages 14–29).
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–$25), but free for Indigenous youth on request.
Email: info@nativeyouthsexualhealth.com (opens in new window)
More information: Native Youth Sexual Health Network website (external link)
Call Auntie (external link)
Call Auntie is an Indigenous-led, interprofessional sexual and reproductive health clinic that provides culturally safe, wrap‑around 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.
Who is this for? Indigenous people in Toronto.
Hours: Every Wednesday, 1 pm–4 pm, appointment-based.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 437-703‑8703
Email: callauntieclinic@sgmt.ca
More information: Call Auntie website (external link)
Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Indigenous peoples.
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-360‑4350
More information: Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre website (external link)
Stella’s Place (external link)
Stella’s 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’s Place ‘menu’ 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!
Who is this for? Young adults aged 16 to 29
Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 54 Wolseley Street, Toronto ON, M5T 1A5
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-461-2345
Email: connect@stellasplace.ca
More information: Stella’s Place website (external link)
Family Service Toronto (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Anyone who lives or works in Toronto
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Evening appointments may be available
Location: 355 Church Street, 3rd floor, Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
$ Cost: Free and paid sliding scale services available.
Call: 416-595-9618
More information: Family Service Toronto website (external link)
WoodGreen Community Services (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Persons seeking support. Eligibility may depend on service.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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.
Call: 416-645-6000
Email: info@woodgreen.org
More information: WoodGreen website (external link)
Hope + Me (external link)
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!
Who is this for? People struggling with mood disorders, and their friends and families
Warm Line hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 2300 Yonge St suite 1600 unit 17, Toronto, ON, M4P 1E4
$ Cost: Free
Call the Warm Line: 1-888-486-8236
More information: Hope + Me website (external link)
Kids Help Phone (external link)
Telephone and online professional counselling, as well as crisis text support with trained volunteers. Available in English and French.
Who is this for? Individuals up to 29 years old
Hours: 24/7
$ Cost: Free
Call: 1-800-668-6868
Text: CONNECT to 686868
Hard Feelings Counselling (external link)
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!
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
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.
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.
Call: 647-740-3335
Email: info@hardfeelings.org
More information: Hard Feelings website (external link)
What's Up Walk-In (external link)
What’s 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.
Who is this for? Children, youth up to age 29, and their families
Hours: Monday to Friday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 1-866-585-6486
More information: What's Up Walk-In website (external link)
WoodGreen Community Services (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Eligibility may depend on service.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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.
Call: 416-645-6000
Email: info@woodgreen.org
More information: WoodGreen website (external link)
West Neighbourhood House (external link)
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.
Who is this for? This is for people of all ages and backgrounds living in Toronto’s west-end communities. It supports children, families, youth, seniors, newcomers, people with disabilities, and individuals facing housing or financial challenges.
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.
Call: 416-532-4828
Email: info@westnh.org
More information: West Neighbourhood House website (external link)
Warden Woods Community Centre (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Anyone in need
Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$ Cost: Both free and paid programs and services are available.
Call: 647-327-0206
More information: Warden Woods website (external link)
Yonge Street Mission (YSM) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Eligibility depends on the service the individual is trying to reach. If unsure, get in contact with YSM or 211.
Main YSM Location: YSM Martin Centre
306 Gerrard St. E, Toronto, ON, M5A 2G7
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).
Call: 416-929-9614
Email: info@ysm.ca
More information: YSM website (external link)
Settlement Assistance & Family Support Services (SAFSS) (external link)
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’s 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.
Who is this for? Newcomers, Women, Men, Children, Seniors, families and Youth.
Hours: Head Office (Markham Rd): Mon–Fri, 9:00 am–4:30 pm
Specific service hours vary by program and location.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-431-4847
Email: info@safss.org
More information: Settlement Assistance & Family Support Services (SAFSS) website (external link)
Progress Place (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Adults (18+)
Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Call: (416) 323-0223
Email: theclub@progressplace.org
More information: Progress Place website (external link)
Learning Enrichment Foundation (LEF) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Newcomers to Canada
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.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.
Call: (416) 769-0830
Email: info@lefca.org
More information: Learning Enrichment Foundation website (external link)
South Asian Women’s Centre (external link)
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.
Who is this for? South Asian women of all ages (and their families); services also available to Portuguese and Spanish speakers.
Hours: Main centre (Lansdowne/Dupont): Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Call: (416) 537‑2276
Email: info@sawc.org
More information: South Asian Women’s Centre website (external link)
Newcomer Women's Services Toronto (external link)
Settlement assistance, English-language learning, employment coaching, leadership development, community programs, and more-free and in culturally responsive ways.
Who is this for? Newcomer and immigrant women, plus their families.
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. – 4: p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 647-224-1371
Email: info@newcomerwomen.org
More information: Newcomer Women's Services Toronto website (external link)
Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Newcomers & refugees, job seekers, language learners.
Hours: Main & branch offices: Mon–Fri, 9: a.m.–5 p.m., by appointment; services available in-person and via phone/Zoom
$ Cost: Free. Some specialized programs may have sliding-scale or nominal fees.
Call: 1-844-493-5839
Email: info@polycultural.org
More information: Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services website (external link)
Achēv (external link)
Achēv 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.
Who is this for? Permanent residents, convention refugees, CUAET holders, and eligible newcomers aged 16+ in Ontario.
Hours: Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., by appointment at centres.
$ Cost: Free
Contact & Locations: Vary by location (external link)
Call the Toronto Location: 416-964-9797
More information: Achēv website (external link)
YMCA (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Newcomers to Canada
Hours: Monday to Friday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-928-9622 or 1-800-223-8024
More information: YMCA website (external link)
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.
Who is this for? TMU community and others
Hours: 10 a.m. to 12 a.m.
$ Cost: Free
Text or WhatsApp: 437-600-7575
More Information: TMU Sexual Assault Survivor Support Help Line webpage
Women's College Hospital – Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Care Centre (SA/DVCC) (external link, opens in new window)
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.
Who is this for? Anyone who has experienced sexual assault, intimate partner violence, or human trafficking.
Hours: Urgent Care: 24/7
Non-urgent services: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-323-6040
More information: Women's College Hospital – Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Care Centre (SA/DVCC) website (external link)
The Gatehouse Toronto (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Survivors of childhood sexual abuse of all ages and their families.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 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.
Call: 416-538-7255
Email: info@thegatehouse.org
More information: The Gatehouse Toronto website (external link)
Assaulted Women’s Helpline (external link)
The Assaulted Women’s 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.
Who is this for? Women affected by abuse, and seniors experiencing abuse or neglect.
Hours: 24/7 crisis line, and Monday to Friday 11am - 8pm online chat counselling
$ Cost: Free
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
More information: Assaulted Women’s Helpline website (external link)
Ontario Network of Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Treatment Centres (ONSADVTC) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Anyone in Ontario who has experienced sexual assault or intimate partner violence.
Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Locations: 76 Grenville Street Toronto, ON M5S 1B2
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-323-7327
More information: Ontario Network of Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Treatment Centres (ONSADVTC) website (external link)
Toronto Rape Crisis Centre (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Survivors of sexual violence.
Hours: Crisis Line: 24/7
Web chat: Available Wednesdays to Fridays, 7pm to midnight.
Location: 2938 Dundas St. West
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-597-1171
More information: Toronto Rape Crisis Centre website (external link)
Ontario Coalition of Rape Crisis Centres (OCRCC) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Survivors of sexual violence.
Hours: Crisis line: 24/7
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
$ Cost: Free
Email: info@sexualassaultsupport.ca
More information: Ontario Coalition of Rape Crisis Centres (OCRCC) website (external link)
Planned Parenthood Toronto (PPT) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? People aged 13 to 29.
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.
Location: 36B Prince Arthur Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5R 1A9
$ Cost: Free visits and low-cost treatment available.
Call: 416-961-0113
Email: ppt@ppt.on.ca
More information: PPT website (external link)
Birth Control & Sexual Health Clinic (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Anyone seeking sexual and reproductive health care.
Office hours: Monday – Friday 10am - 5pm
Clinic hours: Monday 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Tuesday 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Wednesday 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Thursday 4:00pm – 8:00pm
Friday 12:30pm – 4:30pm
Location: 960 Lawrence Avenue West, Suite 403, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 3B5
$ Cost: Free, with no health card necessary.
Call: 416-789-4541
More information: Birth Control & Sexual Health Clinic website (external link)
The Bay Centre for Birth Control (Women's College Hospital) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? People of all genders across Ontario.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
$ Cost: Free and low-cost options available.
Call: 416-351-3700
More information: The Bay Centre for Birth Control (Women's College Hospital) website (external link)
Hassle Free Clinic (external link)
A community-based clinic providing medical and counselling services in all areas of sexual health. The women’s clinic provides birth control, pregnancy testing, abortion referrals, STI and HIV testing and counselling and other services related to women’s sexual and reproductive health. The men’s clinic specializes in STI and HIV testing and counselling.
Who is this for? People aged 13 to 29.
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
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.
Location: 66 Gerrard Street East, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON, M5B 1G3
$ Cost: Free medical and counselling services in many areas of sexual health.
Call: 416-922-0566
More information: Hassle Free Clinic website (external link)
Safer Six Health Clinic (external link)
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.
Who is this for? People of all genders and sexual orientations.
Hours: Hours vary by location. Please visit the Safer Sex Health Clinic website (external link) for more information.
$ Cost: Paid services, which may or may not be covered by your insurance. Please bring your health card to your appointment.
Call: 647‑657‑4033
More information: Safer Six Health Clinic website (external link)
Strides (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Parents or primary caregivers with children from birth up to under 6 years old.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM
$ Cost: Strides programs are generally free of charge for eligible families.
Call: 416-321-5464 ext. 531
Email: ghtparentinghelp@stridestoronto.ca
More information: Strides website (external link)
Unity Health Toronto (external link)
Unity Health Toronto is a hospital network made up of St. Michael’s Hospital, St. Joseph’s 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.
Who is this for? Anyone in need of healthcare services in Toronto and GT greater Ontario.
Hours:
- Visiting hours (all hospitals): 6 a.m.–10 p.m.; quiet hours 10 p.m.–6 a.m.
- Emergency Departments: Open 24/7 across all campuses
$ Cost: Services are billed through OHIP or equivalent.
Call: 416‑864‑5215
Email: patientrelations@unityhealth.to
More Information: Unity Health Toronto website (external link)
WoodGreen: Caregiver Support & Wellness (external link)
Support for unpaid caregivers (family, partners, friends, neighbours) supporting someone with dementia or related mental, developmental, or physical challenges.
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.
Intake & Program Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m
$ Cost: Free
Call: (416) 572-3575
Email: cccentralintake@woodgreen.org
More Information: Caregiver Support & Wellness – WoodGreen website (external link)
Family Service Toronto (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Anyone who lives or works in Toronto.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Evening appointments may be available
Location: 355 Church Street, 3rd floor, Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
$ Cost: Free and paid sliding scale services available.
Call: 416-595-9618
More information: Family Service Toronto website (external link)
West Neighbourhood House (external link)
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.
Who is this for? People living in Toronto’s west-end communities.
Hours: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
$ Cost: Both free and paid services available.
Call: 416-532-4828
Email: info@westnh.org
More Information: West Neighbourhood House website (external link)
National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Anyone in Canada living with an eating disorder or those caring for them.
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
Call: 1-866-NEDIC-20 (toll-free helpline) or 416-340-4156 (Toronto)
Live Chat: nedic.ca (external link)
Email: nedic@uhn.ca
More information: NEDIC website (external link)
Sheena’s Place (external link)
Sheena’s 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’s place is committed to inspiring hope, reducing stigma, raising awareness and offering meaningful help and information at all stages of recovery.
Who is this for? People aged 17 + who are experiencing eating disorders and living in Ontario.
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 87 Spadina Road, Toronto, ON, M5R 2T1
$ Cost: Free
Call: 416-927-8900
Email: info@sheenasplace.org
More information: Sheena’s Place website (external link)
Family Service Toronto (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Anyone who lives or works in Toronto
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Location: 355 Church Street, 3rd floor, Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
$ Cost: Free and paid sliding scale services available.
Call: 416-595-9618
More information: Family Service Toronto website (external link)
Strides Toronto (external link)
A community-based, charitable lead agency in Toronto’s 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.
Who is this for? Infants, children, and youth (ages 0–21), and families.
Hours: Specific program hours vary.
Location: 100 Consilium Place, Suite 600, Toronto, ON, M1H 3E3
$ Cost: Most programs and services are free, with few paid programs offered.
Call: (416) 431‑3678
More information: Strides Toronto website (external link)
Yorktown Family Services (YFS) (external link)
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.
Who is this for? Eligibility depends on the program or service.
$ Cost: Free
Hours: Vary by program or service.
- Main Office: 2010 Eglinton Ave W, Suite 300, Toronto, ON, M6E 2K3
- Rapid Access Therapy location: 1541 Jane St, Toronto, ON, M9N 2R3
- Child & Family Centre: 416-394-2424
- Shelter for Women: 416-394-2950
- Virtual Rapid Access Therapy: 416-669-3521
- Violence Against Women Services 24-Hour Crisis Line: 416-394-2999
Email: info@yorktownfamilyservices.com
More information: YFS website (external link)