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.

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.

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.

Eva’s provides shelter, transitional housing, and health and well-being programming to help youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Toronto.

Friends of Ruby is a drop-in and counselling center. We provide meals, activities, support groups and community for vulnerable 2SLGBTQIA+ youth 16-29. Drop-in center, counselling services, and support for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, including case management, newcomer support, housing support, and access to community resources, books, and workshops; not a crisis line.

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.

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

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.

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.

The Studio is an inclusive, youth-driven drop-in centre that openly celebrates 2SLGBTQ+ youth and youth of colour. It is a safe place for all youth to express themselves, build community, access one-on-one support and have fun!

At the Studio, youth can drop in to hang out, play video games, watch movies, record music and make beats in the music program and much more. Youth work alongside staff to create and define activities and workshops like art making, dance, gender expression/drag performance, sexual health workshops, discussion groups, field trips, Tweeny Stars and more. This is a space where the diverse experiences of youth is celebrated, where everyone is free to be themselves, and where community building and allyship is encouraged.

The Studio staff also provide one-on-one support in housing, physical and mental health, education, employment, and legal matters. All services of the Central Toronto Youth Wellness Hub can be accessed.