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Elspeth Heyworth Centre for Women

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Description

Food Bank - call to register, also distribution of personal care items, diapers, washable masks, baby food and cereal, accepting donations

Domestic Violence - coordinate pro bono virtual services with lawyers; online support and counselling via phone calls, emails and video; assistance with EI applications

Senior Programs - virtual fitness sessions, technology training

For general inquiries: [email protected] or [email protected]
For settlement services and support with applications: [email protected]
For domestic abuse and counselling, support for youth, women and families: [email protected]
For programs and virtual exercise for seniors: [email protected]; [email protected]

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Newcomer Settlement Services - in groups or individually

  • needs assessment
  • orientation and overview of community and government services
  • information and referral and to other service providers
  • assistance in form completion and interpretation

Employment Programs including resume and cover letter writing, job search training, interview skills and mock interviews

Reduce Abuse and Freedom from Violence Projects

  • counselling services for families
  • group sessions and workshops at various locations

Connect Young - anti-human trafficking program, group therapy/support and workshop series

Clothing Bank, Food - call ahead to confirm food availability; member of North York Harvest, and support from Brands for Canada

Aging at Home - recreational, cultural and educational services for seniors

Neighborhood Pod --connection with community through community leaders

Youth Summer Programs - recreational activities, leadership development, intergenerational activities for computer skills and gardening

Eligibility
Newcomers, immigrant and refugee women, vulnerable women and their families


Connect Young - children and youth 10-17 years

Residency Requirements: Steeles Ave W (north) to Wilson Ave (south), Islington Ave (west) to Dufferin St (east) ; senior and youth services -- City of Vaughan
Application Process
Call or walk in
Office
416-663-2978
Website
Visit Website
Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
2350 Finch Ave W
Unit D
Toronto, ON, M9M 2C7
Canada
Languages
English, Hindi, Punjabi, Spanish, Turkish, Urdu
Contact
Yougeita Jagdesh, Program Manager
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 647-500-2978
Fees
None
Documents Required
May vary; contact for information
Accessibility
Fully accessible - Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; Street parking
Topic(s)
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Agency Information
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Copyright
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Last Updated On
March 3, 2025
Address
2350 Finch Ave W, Unit D
Toronto, ON, M9M 2C7
Cross street: Weston Rd and Finch Ave W
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Hours of Operation
Mon
9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Tue
9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Wed
9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Thu
9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Fri
9:30 am to 5:00 pm
Office - Mon-Fri 9:30 am-5 pm
Food bank: walk-in Thu only (seniors 12 noon-1 pm, general population 1 pm-4 pm), for service on other days, call: Mon-Fri 9:30 am-5 pm
Service Area(s)
  • Bradford West Gwillimbury
  • Etobicoke
  • North York
  • Vaughan