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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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2 Spirited People of the 1st Nations

Region Served: Toronto | Languages: English | Ages Served: all ages

We provide prevention, education and support for 2-Spirit, including First Nations, metis and Inuit people. We base our work on indigenous philosophies of wholistic health and wellness.

Addictions/Harm Reduction Crisis/Distress Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops Grassroots Community Group HIV/AIDS Mental Health Phone/Chat/Text Line Sexual Health Website/Online Support

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Location:
145 Front Street East, Suite 105, Toronto, ON
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Access Line, Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights

Region Served: All of Ontario | Languages: English, French | Ages Served: All ages

NOT A 2SLGBTQ+ SPECIFIC RESOURCE

Access Line staff & volunteers are available to answer sexual & reproductive health (SRH) questions, provide pregnancy options counselling & post-abortion counselling, & provide referrals to local SRH services to anyone across Canada. You can also text us at 613-800-6757. Interpretation available, depending on interpreter availability.

Phone/Chat/Text Line Sexual Health

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Location:
501 - 240 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON
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ACCKWA

Region Served: Waterloo | Languages: English

Since 1987, ACCKWA has provided HIV support and prevention services in the Waterloo Region. We provide support to people living with HIV, community development services, education and outreach to key populations, clinical services, and a needle-syringe program.

Addictions/Harm Reduction Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops HIV/AIDS Sexual Health

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Location:
1770 King St E, Kitchener, ON
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African Partnership Against AIDS (APAA)

Region Served: Toronto | Languages: English

NOT A 2SLGBTQ+ SPECIFIC RESOURCE

Practical and emotional support and advocacy for persons living with HIV/AIDS including counselling and support groups for women, men and youth, vitamins and supplementary drugs, drop-in, clothing exchange, emergency child care, interpretation and translation, community kitchen * prevention, education and outreach — culturally sensitive HIV/AIDS workshops, events and activities in various languages for individuals, community groups and service providers, including ProjectM for Muslim girls and women 14-29 years * literature in 8 languages

Education/Workshops HIV/AIDS Sexual Health

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Location:
526 Richmond St E, 2nd Fl,, Toronto, ON
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AIDS Committee of North Bay and Area

Region Served: Nipissing | Languages: English, French

HIV/AIDS, Hep C and Harm Reduction services. Our mission is to assist and support all people infected and/or affected by HIV/AIDS and/or Hepatitis C and to limit the spread of the viruses through education, outreach and treatment strategies. We service North Bay and area (from Moosonee to Parry Sound).

We provide:
– Counselling and support groups to discuss any concerns related to HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis C
– Needle exchange
– Harm reduction programs
– Health kits, consultation, and vaccinations
– Education and referral to other programs as needed

Addictions/Harm Reduction Education/Workshops Health Services HIV/AIDS Sexual Health

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Location:
147 McIntyre Street West, Unit 102, North Bay, ON
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Alliance for South Asian AIDS Prevention (ASAAP)

Region Served: Toronto | Languages: English, Arabic, Gujarati, Hindi, Tamil, Urdu, Other | Ages Served: 19 and over

ASAAP is committed to providing culturally responsive holistic health promotion and support services for people from South Asian and other related communities who are living with, at risk of, or affected by HIV and related health conditions.

Our programs and services are delivered in culturally appropriate ways while simultaneously challenging the discomfort many have in talking about sexuality and sexual health. We acknowledge the many social determinants of health and our work often overlaps with issues of racism, gender equity, housing, violence, mental health and employment. We are always learning, growing and building stronger partnerships with organizations and people.

We also have 3 closed programs that are for specific South Asian Races:
Dosti is a social and support group for South Asian men who like men. For more info, contact Robbie at menshealth@asaap.ca or 416-599-2727 ex 226.

Snehithan is a social and support group for Tamil men who like men. For more info, contact Rohith at peer@asaap.ca or 416-599-2727 ex 227.

Lassi is a social and support group for young (16-29) South Asian guys who like guys. For more info, contact Rohith at peer@asaap.ca or 416-599-2727 ex 229.

ALL PROGRAMS OFFER:

  • Workshops on HIV/AIDS, Healthy Relationships, Anti-Homophobia and Gender Equity
  • Health Forums for Communities and Service Providers
  • Multilingual Sexual Health Resources
  • Referrals to HIV Testing Services (Confidential and Anonymous)
  • Outreach at Community Spaces
  • Peer Support Groups & Resources for Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer & Questioning Men
  • Free Condoms and Lube
Addictions/Harm Reduction Education/Workshops Health Services HIV/AIDS Newcomer/Refugee Support Sexual Health

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Location:
120 Carlton St, #315, Toronto, ON
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Asian Community AIDS Services (ACAS)

Region Served: Toronto | Languages: English, Cantonese, Korean, Mandarin, Tagalog, Vietnamese

AIDS Service Organization
LGBTQ+ Environment
Support Program
Men’s Program
Women’s Program
Youth Program
Trans Women’s Program
CHAMP and OPA+

Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops HIV/AIDS Newcomer/Refugee Support Sexual Health

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Location:
260 Spadina Avenue, Suite 410, 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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Brock Pride

Region Served: Niagara | Languages: English | Ages Served: 16-29

Brock Pride is the official Brock University club devoted to creating a safe, social environment for students of diverse gender and sexual identities. We offer a welcoming atmosphere which provides an opportunity for students of the pride community (gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, two-spirited, intersex, queer, questioning or otherwise associated) and their allies to create support networks and gain guidance in maintaining healthy relationships, coming out, and other issues relevant to having a queer identity. We will also pursue the advancement of equality, acceptance and fair treatment of LGBTQ+ issues such as accessibility of same-sex marriage, homophobia on campus and in the community, addressing heterosexism and lack of representation in society, and fair treatment of pride community members.

College/University Campus Group Drop-in/Support Group Education/Workshops Sexual Health

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Location:
St. Catherines, ON
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CAYR Community Connections

Region Served: York | Languages: English | Ages Served: Ages: 16 year(s) and up

To create safe, confidential, and inclusive spaces and services in York Region where people can access dignified support and meaningfully engage in self-determined pathways to well-being. We envision an informed, healthy, stigma-free and compassionate community. We offer specialized and combined programs for:

People living with HIV/AIDS (newly diagnosed to long-term survivors)
People affected by or at risk of HIV and Hep C
People who use drugs
People who identify as 2SLGBTQ+
People supporting vulnerable and marginalized community members

Rainbow Space includes virtual drop-in space on discord for 2SLGBTQ+ youth. Connect with us at 647-381-9199 or 416-938-4458; rainbowspace@cayrcc.org

Addictions/Harm Reduction Education/Workshops Health Services HIV/AIDS Sexual Health

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Location:
17665 Leslie Street, Unit 12., Newmarket, ON
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