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This referral database is for in-person and/or location-based services, organizations, and collectives, for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ontario.

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AIDS Committee of Toronto

Region Served: Toronto | Languages: English | Ages Served: 16 and over

Support services including anonymous, confidential counselling for individuals, couples, and partners of individuals with HIV * case management and referral, buddy program, support groups, health and wellness programs * insurance benefits clinic * income tax clinic * weekly hot lunch programs — registration required * workshops, community forums and social support events.

For support services, call to arrange an intake appointment, or drop in to speak with counsellor on call * for other services, drop in, call or visit website.

Addictions/Harm Reduction Drop-in/Support Group Employment Support Health Services HIV/AIDS Mental Health

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Location:
543 Yonge St, 4th Fl, Toronto, ON
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Black CAP

Region Served: Toronto | Languages: English, French | Ages Served: open

Black CAP is an organization that works to reduce HIV/AIDS in Toronto’s Black, African and Caribbean communities and enhance the quality of life of Black people living with or aff­ected by HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS is spreading quickly in Toronto’s Black communities and we believe that our work is more important than ever.

 

Addictions/Harm Reduction Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops Employment Support HIV/AIDS Mental Health Newcomer/Refugee Support Sexual Health

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Location:
20 Victoria street, 4th floor, Toronto, ON
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Dress for Success Toronto

Region Served: Toronto | Languages: English | Ages Served: 18-60

NOT A 2SLGBTQ+ SPECIFIC RESOURCE

A one-on-one transformational experience providing Clients with both the professional attire and the confidence to succeed in both interviews and employment.

Employment Support

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Location:
5150 Yonge Street, Unit C31, Toronto, ON
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Haliburton County Youth Wellness Hub

Region Served: Haliburton | Languages: English | Ages Served: 12-25

THIS RESOURCE IS NOT 2SLGBTQ SPECIFIC

Haliburton County Youth Wellness Hub – providing an inclusive and welcoming space for all youth aged 12-25 in our community.

The Haliburton County Youth Wellness Hub has been co-created with Haliburton County youth. Many community services have come together with leadership from Point In Time and Haliburton Highlands Health Services to support youth in developing this collaborative, multi-use space.

Services and Supports available at the Youth Hub include:
-mental health & addictions
-peer support
-primary care, sexual health, and trans positive health care
-care coordination
-employment & vocational supports, including The Lift Program (Individual Placement and Support)
-income supports & housing help
-other responsive services as needs arise
Drop-in and other programs build resilience, protective factors and give youth a place to belong and to call their own. These integrated resources provide quick and timely access to a broad range of supports.

Addictions/Harm Reduction Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops Employment Support Health Services Mental Health Sexual Health Shelter/Housing Support

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Location:
12 Dysart Ave, Haliburton, ON
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North Simcoe Youth Wellness Hub

Region Served: Simcoe | Languages: English | Ages Served: 12 to 25

The North Simcoe Youth Wellness Hub offers a wide range of services to youth age 12-25 at the right time and in the right place.
Our services are offered both in-person and virtually, are easy to access, and are offered with little to no wait times as we aim to be as low barrier as possible.
Services include:
2SLGBTQ+ Services (Provided through our partners at the Gilbert Centre)
Mental Health Services
Substance Use Services
Peer Support Services
Primary Care – Physical Health Services
Education Services
Employment Services
Support for youth with special needs
Housing Supports
Variety of workshops and cultural teachings

Additionally serving Tay Township, Tiny Township and Beausoleil Island

Addictions/Harm Reduction Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops Employment Support Grassroots Community Group Health Services Mental Health Sexual Health

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Location:
287 Bayshore Drive, Midland, ON
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OUTLoud North Bay

Region Served: Greater Sudbury, Manitoulin, Muskoka, Nipissing, Parry Sound, Sudbury, Temiskaming, Thunder Bay | Languages: English | Ages Served: 10-18

OUTLoud North Bay is an organization driven by volunteers willing to support the mental health and well-being of our community. We do this by providing peer-to-peer support, workshops and offering professional referrals. By mentoring our community to provide support and resources, encouraging leadership, accountability and healthy relationships.
We support and celebrate community in an equitable, diverse and Inclusive safe space. As we invest in our mission and collaborate with our community, we strive to educate and provide the following: facilitating community programming harm reduction, body and sex positivity, indigenous solidarity mental health and wellness, and 2SLGBTQA+ resources.

Addictions/Harm Reduction College/University Campus Group Crisis/Distress Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops Employment Support Grassroots Community Group Health Services Mental Health Pride Collective/Organization Sexual Health Sports and Fitness

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Location:
123 Delaware Ave, North Bay, ON
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The Studio, Lumenus

Region Served: Toronto | Languages: English | Ages Served: 12-25

The Studio is an arts & crafts and games based Drop In program for all youth, age 12-25, that prioritizes the needs of marginalized youth, particularly LGBTQ+ youth and youth of colour; engages in anti-oppressive community building; and provides workshops, 1-on-1 support & referrals regarding mental health, education, housing, and employment.

Addictions/Harm Reduction Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops Employment Support Mental Health Shelter/Housing Support

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Location:
40 Orchard View Blvd. Unit 100, Toronto, ON
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Timmins Youth Wellness Hub

Region Served: Cochrane | Languages: English, French | Ages Served: 12-25

NOT 2SLGBTQ SPECIFIC

The Timmins Youth Wellness Hub (TYWH) is a safe, inclusive and welcoming space for all youth aged 12-25 to access mental health, addictions and wellbeing services, resources and support. The TYWH is part of a network of Hubs, called Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO). YWHO is an initiative that aims to bring the right services to youth and their families, at the right time and in the right place.

In September 2018, the Timmins Youth Wellness Hub was established to provide programs and services (in English and in French) that support the wellbeing of youth aged 12-25 in the community.

The Timmins Youth Wellness Hub hosts a monthly support group for 2SLGBTQ+ youth. Information about this is posted on their social media pages and website.

Addictions/Harm Reduction Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops Employment Support Mental Health

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Location:
45 Spruce St S, Unit 102, Timmins, ON
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Trans Wellness Ontario

Region Served: Essex | Languages: English, French

Previously known as Windsor-Essex Transgender & Allied Support or W.E Trans Support.
The mission of Trans Wellness Ontario is to enhance and sustain the health and well-being of transgender, gender queer, two spirit, gender non-binary, sexual diverse and gender and sexual questioning communities and their families, by providing activities, programs and services that create community; empower community members; provide essential resources; advocate for civil and human rights; and embrace, promote and support our cultural diversity.

Addictions/Harm Reduction Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops Employment Support Grassroots Community Group Health Services HIV/AIDS Legal Support

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Location:
1435 Tecumseh Rd E., Windsor, ON
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Xperience Annex

Region Served: Hamilton | Languages: English | Ages Served: 18-29

By connecting and collaborating with education, health care and employment providers, the Xperience Annex supports youth ages 18-29 in achieving their goals. Our youth navigator understands the challenges youth face and helps them prepare them for their future by creating pathways to community services and employment. The Xperience Annex is a partnership initiative between the City of Hamilton and community partners, with funding from the Local Poverty Reduction Fund. This is not a 2SLGBTQ specific program.

Education/Workshops Employment Support

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Location:
55 York Blvd, Hamilton, ON
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