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Searching for Youth Mental Health
Located near Oshawa
Richmond Hill, ON, L4C 3C2
Let's Chat! Virtual Walk-in Clinic
Up to 5 brief counselling sessions via Facetime, Zoom and phone calls, on a variety of issues
Walk-In & In-Person Counselling
Meet with a trained counsellor
Longer Term Counselling Program
Counselling for current clients of 360 Kids and their families
Richmond Hill, ON, L4C 3C2
Youth drop-in centre and support services including,
- counselling
- independent living skills education
- recreational activities
- basic hygiene support
- information and referral
Toronto, ON, M6H 3L9
Multi-service agency working with Portuguese-speaking communities and local residents
Community development
Includes information and referral and community education on food, housing and income security issues, including assistance with forms
- youth outreach program including workshops for middle and high school students
- newcomers settlement and orientation
- Seniors Life and Hope education and recreation program for adults 55 years and older
Counselling services
Individual and group counselling for women and children who are victims or witnesses of gender-based and intimate partner violence or abuse
- youth services include counselling, life skills, advocacy
- Success by Six parenting groups for Portuguese-speaking mothers with children birth-6 years - online/virtual groups only
- Mindful Fathering parenting group in partnership with Yorktown Family Services (see separate listing)
Partner Assault Response (PAR) Program
12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict
- victims/partners of the offender provided with support including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender's progress
Aurora, ON, L4G 1N1
Aurora, ON, L4G 1N1
Assessment, treatment, and counselling, youth substance use group, parent/caregiver group, parent education, family consultation
- harm reduction approach
- counselling services available through participating high schools in York Region District School Board (YRDSB) and York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), contact for information
Mississauga, ON, L5B 3Z6
Office open to the public Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm; for information call, 905-279-3679
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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
- needs assessment, information and referral, advocacy, orientation, translation and interpretation, escort, assistance in finding housing
- sponsorship of refugees
- health workshops, mental health - support groups, counselling
- heritage language classes
- skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
- seniors program including support groups and health education
- youth program offering services in settlement, counselling, skills development and social events
- Homework Club with individual assistance and group work
- citizenship test preparation classes
Community Connections Mentorship Program
- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
- trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
English as a Second Language / LINC -- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry
- day or evening classes
Childminding available for clients attending sessions
Toronto, ON, M3C 1T2
Office open to the public 5 days a week; for more information call 416-422-2225
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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
- needs assessment, information and referral, advocacy, orientation, translation and interpretation, escort, assistance in finding housing
- sponsorship of refugees
- health workshops, mental health -- support groups, counselling, crisis intervention
- heritage language classes
- skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
- seniors program for mutual support and education
- youth program offering services in settlement, counselling, skills development and social events
- Homework Club with individual assistance and group work
- citizenship test preparation classes
English as a Second Language / LINC - participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry
- day or evening classes
Community Connections Mentorship Program
- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
- trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
Financial Literacy Project - one month certificate course
- individual counselling and orientation sessions
Family Support and Mental Health Services - parenting sessions
- mental health -- support groups, counselling, crisis intervention
- Women's Circle
- Make the First Move -- yoga and zumba fitness classes for women
Community Development
- Afghan Women's Catering Group, Afghan Sewing Circle, media and overseas projects
Childminding available for clients attending sessions
Toronto, ON, M2J 1P9
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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
- needs assessment, information and referral, advocacy, orientation, translation and interpretation, escort, assistance in finding housing
- sponsorship of refugees
- health workshops, mental health -- support groups, counselling, crisis intervention
- heritage language classes
- skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
- seniors program for mutual support and education
- youth program offering services in settlement, counselling, skills development and social events
- 3 or 4 day job search techniques workshops, covering labour market information, access to trades and professions, resume preparation, networking
- extensive individual assistance
- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
- trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
Community Development
- Afghan Women's Catering Group, Afghan Sewing Circle, media and overseas projects
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
- Youth Leadership Development Program: arts, heritage, mentoring and community engagement activities; youth and community safety activities
- One for One Peer Youth Mentoring Program
- Enhanced Youth Outreach Program (EYOW): short-term counselling and support, referrals
- co-op and summer employment opportunities
- mental and physical wellness information sessions
- recreational activities
- opportunity to meet with virtual mentor; computer/technology literacy training
- information and referral to community resources
- group support and information sessions
- group sessions on parenting issues
- recreational activities such as field trips and barbeques
- volunteer and community engagement opportunities
- After School Homework Club -- one-on-one or small group homework help for elementary school students provided by provided by youth/young adult volunteers
- summer and March break day camps
Winter clothing items needed; to make a donation or for more information email Jeff Msangi: [email protected]
Toronto, ON, M5A 2E5
Services and Programs:
- Aboriginal Mental Health And Addiction Services
- Mental Health Services
- Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Program
- Walk-In Counselling
Toronto, ON, M9C 4Z4
Range of services and programs provided through communication channels such as phone, email, Zoom, Google Meet, WhatsApp and other channels, either in group sessions or individually; physical location is accessible by appointment
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Settlement Services
- information and referral services, housing and legal assistance
- translation and interpretation services
- counselling for students, individuals and families
- youth counselling and parenting sessions
- orientation programs
- Community Connections Mentorship Program for community support
- volunteer befriending for help adapting to the community and learning life skills
- group sessions such as wellnesss, English conversation classes, digital literacy
- referral services for credential assessment through World Education Services (WES)
Refugee Services
- support with attending inquiries
- assistance finding employment opportunities
- guidance with accessing social, welfare and legal services
- housing referral and assistance connecting with potential landlords
- provision of social and cultural activities
- Ontario Community Program Participation for placement of Ontario Works recipients as volunteers
Career Café - assists newcomers understand and integrate into the Canadian job market
- provides one-on-one and group sessions, both online and in-person
- offers self assessment tools,
- provides guidance in resume and cover letter writing
- assists in researching the job market and gives networking support
Access Centre for Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP)
- introduction to OESP; eligibility information
- assistance with applications; assistance in renewing previous applications
Toronto, ON, M1R 2Y3
Range of services and programs provided through communication channels such as phone, email, Zoom, Google Meet, WhatsApp and other channels, either in group sessions or individually; physical location is accessible by appointment
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Settlement Services
- information and referral services, housing and legal assistance
- translation and interpretation services
- counselling for students, individuals and families
- youth counselling and parenting sessions
- orientation programs
- Community Connections Mentorship Program for community support
- volunteer befriending for help adapting to the community and learning life skills
- group sessions such as wellnesss, English conversation classes, digital literacy
- referral services for credential assessment through World Education Services (WES)
Refugee Services
- support with attending inquiries
- assistance finding employment opportunities
- guidance with accessing social, welfare and legal services
- housing referral and assistance connecting with potential landlords
- provision of social and cultural activities
- Ontario Community Program Participation for placement of Ontario Works recipients as volunteers
Career Café - assists newcomers understand and integrate into the Canadian job market
- provides one-on-one and group sessions, both online and in-person
- offers self assessment tools,
- provides guidance in resume and cover letter writing
- assists in researching the job market and gives networking support
Access Centre for Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP)
- introduction to OESP; eligibility information
- assistance with applications; assistance in renewing previous applications
Problem Gambling Program and Domestic Violence Program
- culturally sensitive prevention, education and treatment initiatives
- outreach and public education for community groups
- individual or group counselling for individuals struggling with gambling addiction or those affected by it
- counselling and referral for victims of family violence
Toronto, ON, M9C 4Z4
Range of services and programs provided through communication channels such as phone, email, Zoom, Google Meet, WhatsApp and other channels, either in group sessions or individually; physical location is accessible by appointment
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Youth Services
- youth engagement programs and services
- recreational activities and sports programs
- leadership development and mentoring opportunities
- social and cultural events for youth
- career guidance and job readiness workshops
- mental health and wellness support services tailored to youth
Halftime
- project designed for empowering Black youth
- aims to enhance resilience against risk factors of violence
Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC) - employment preparation program for youth, especially those facing a difficult life situation or having a hard time getting a job
- full time paid employment preparation program for youth 15-30 years who are out of school, out of work, and in need of employment support
- 5 week pre-employment activities including resume preparation, employment readiness skills, career planning, counselling and referral services
- 8 to 16 week supported placement with an employer in the community, with ongoing support even after completing the program
- placements are in various fields such as sales, administration, construction, or trades
Toronto, ON, M1R 2Y3
Range of services and programs provided through communication channels such as phone, email, Zoom, Google Meet, WhatsApp and other channels, either in group sessions or individually; physical location is accessible by appointment
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Youth Services
- youth engagement programs and services
- recreational activities and sports programs
- leadership development and mentoring opportunities
- social and cultural events for youth
- career guidance and job readiness workshops
- mental health and wellness support services tailored to youth
Halftime
- project designed for empowering Black youth
- aims to enhance resilience against risk factors of violence
Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC) - employment preparation program for youth, especially those facing a difficult life situation or having a hard time getting a job
- full time paid employment preparation program for youth 15-30 years who are out of school, out of work, and in need of employment support
- 5 week pre-employment activities including resume preparation, employment readiness skills, career planning, counselling and referral services
- 8 to 16 week supported placement with an employer in the community, with ongoing support even after completing the program
- placements are in various fields such as sales, administration, construction, or trades
Toronto, ON, M1G 3T5
- individual, family and youth counselling
- information and referral, housing search assistance
- assistance with government forms, translation and intrepretation
- refugee settlement information and assistance
- youth outreach, volunteer opportunities
- employment consulting, assistance with resumes and interview skills, employment mentoring, employment workshops
Mississauga, ON, L4Z 3K7
Community mental health programs including individual and family counselling, and counselling and support for youth struggling with mental health and substance use
- intensive short-term crisis intervention
- child, youth and parent counselling
- youth justice programs, including diversion and rehabilitation
- transitions to adult services
- parenting support, courses and groups
- housing supports
- educational groups for youth
- volunteer opportunities
Some programs in partnership with other community agencies
Toronto, ON, M4C 1M3
Settlement Services
- filling in forms such as Canada Child Tax Benefit, SIN, housing, passport and citizenship applications, Permanent Resident renewals
- information and referral for legal advice on refugee and immigration matters or for crisis intervention for domestic violence
- sessions to address gender-based discrimination, domestic abuse and violence
- mentoring, placement, information; career counselling for internationally trained professionals
- food safety and security
- free English conversation classes for all newcomer regardless of immigration status
After School Tutoring Program (ASTP)
- free tutoring for students, Kindergarten-Grade 10
- cultural heritage events and celebrations
Senior Services
- senior support program: workshops, accompaniment to appointments, interpretation, capacity building; socio-cultural programs
- therapeutic exercise and wellbeing activities (on Zoom)
- seniors and intergenerational drop-in, art and crafts, and adult day sessions
- weekly digital literacy and social dining
Youth Programs
- Youth Engagement Program, leadership and volunteering
- Together End Racism in Toronto (TERT) and Education and Allyship Program (EAP) to combat racism and discrimination
- Youth Eliminates Smoking (YES) program to promote healthy living
- inter-generational project to minimize the gap between seniors and youth through social events
- weekly safe space drop-ins
- summer sports in August (weekends) at Dentonia Park - check Facebook in July to get updates and participate
- weekly youth mental health and wellness sessions
Women and Girls Program
- Racialized immigrant women in Toronto East (RISE) for economic security and prosperity
- counselling, support and referrals for women experiencing gender based violence
- capacity development training and workshops
Research and Evaluation
- program and project evaluation, action research, publication in peer reviewed journals, joint collaboration with various educational institutes and agencies
- for more information and collaboration, contact Nasima Akter, PhD and Qazi Shafayetul Islam
North York, ON, M3J 2E5
- youth and family situation professional assessment
- support plan development
- stay-in-school initiatives
- parent and family support including coaching, health counselling, parental guidance
- referral assistance
Toronto, ON, M4J 3E2
Intensive individual and family counselling, psychotherapy, and support on a variety of issues, including
- mental health issues (such as anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts)
- poverty
- sexual and physical abuse
- bullying
- healthy relationships
- healthy sexuality
- gender identity
- violent and anti-social behaviour
- long term support
- outreach
Vaughan, ON, L6A 4H7
Pediatric health care facility for children and adolescents, owned by the Hospital for Sick Children
Rehabilitation and Developmental Services
- hearing screening
- speech therapy
- occupational therapy
- physiotherapy - orthopedic and neurodevelopmental, pelvic health physiotherapy
- massage therapy
- nutrition
- psychological assessment and therapy, developmental assessments for children three years and older
- social work
- single session therapy
- group therapy, caregiver workshops
Physician Services
- adolescent medicine
- allergy and immunology
- bladder and bowel dysfunction
- cardiology
- consulting pediatrics, primary care
- eating disorders
- endocrinology
- gastroenterology
- nephrology
- orthopedic surgery and MSK
