NOT A 2SLGBTQ+ SPECIFIC RESOURCE

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Sudbury/Manitoulin branch is mandated to provide services to individuals with mental health issues or a diagnosis of a mental illness (though it is not required) within the Sudbury and Manitoulin districts. Our mission is to provide services that promote recovery for all and mental health education. We believe in helping people regain a meaningful role in their community.

Programs include:

• Here2Help (mental health and wellness support)
• Clinical Program (case management and referrals)
• Healing with Hope (support program for individuals experiencing chronic homelessness and alcohol dependence)
• Housing Case Management
• Emergency and Transitional Housing
• Justice Program (support individuals with mental health and/or addiction concerns involved in the criminal justice system)

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

Come and check out the Youth Centre at 116 Root Road. Available at the Youth Centre:
-Post secondary application forms
-Information on sexuality/free condoms
-Current opportunities
-Art and craft supplies
-Traditional medicines and teachings
-SEVEN (Nishnabe Youth Magazine)
-Centre for addiction and mental health
-Big Brothers Big Sisters of York Region
-York Support Services Network
-Women’s Support Network
-Child and Family Services of York Region

LGBTQ Counselling Program — short term individual, couple and group counselling for individuals identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or queer * broad range of issues including coming out, sexuality and identity, isolation, discrimination, relationship concerns, parenting, self esteem, violence, sexual abuse and childhood trauma, counselling for male survivors of sexual abuse, and other issues

HIV/AIDS Counselling Program — short and long term counselling for individuals, couples and families living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, particularly gay and bisexual men, and men who have sex with men (MSM) * issues include dealing with loss, relationships, self esteem, trauma, self care, planning for healthy living, changing health status and impact on sexuality

2STNB+ Connect Peer Support Group — virtual peer support group which welcomes youth (age 16-29) across the gender identity spectrum to meet and connect with others in their community, explore their identities, and create meaningful relationships. The group provides a friendly and non-judgemental space for 2STNB+ youth at all different stages on their gender journey to socialize and discuss a wide range of issues; from social and medical transition, to family, to school, as well as to share interests.

For up-to-date information about groups and workshops, visit: https://familyservicetoronto.org/our-services/workshops-groups-and-events/

2SLGBTQAI + Community and Education Centre. We have youth, adult and caregiver support programming and drop in services.

Doin’ It is an inclusive and non-judgmental sexual health resource for youth (12-29) in the Waterloo Region. Our programming aims to empower youth to manage their sexual health by developing skills, increasing self-efficacy, and improving access to resources.

Calling All LGBTQQIP2SAA+ Youth aged 12 – 24! Join EAST QREW – a queer and trans drop-in youth program offering interactive activities including arts, games, music, discussion and guest speakers.

EAST QREW brings youth together in a safe and supportive environment where they can connect to others who have similar experiences and offer a supportive community.

The group is a place to engage in discussions, and receive support from staff and peers, including occasional workshops that focus on improving mental health, stress reduction and increasing life skills. The goal of the group is to have participants feel safe, feel better about themselves and develop a wider social support network through peer connection.

Snacks Provided!

NOT A 2SLGBTQ+ SPECIFIC RESOURCE

Family Transition Place is a multi-service agency providing a range of services: Support / Information Line, Emergency Shelter, Second Stage and Third Stage Housing, Support Within Housing, Counselling (gender based violence, sexual abuse and addictions), Transitional Support (Housing & Legal), Rural Response, Community Outreach, Youth Education.

The Gay/Bi/MSM Men’s Clinic is a sex positive & stigma free environment open to all men who have sex with other men, seeking clinical and health services including sexual health testing and treatment, physical exam, access to PrEP, vaccinations, one-on-one support, harm reduction and other health services.

The gender affirming service clinic offers low barrier gender affirming services to transgender and gender non-conforming people. This includes HRT, referrals to gender affirming surgeries, one-on-one supportive counselling and education, HIV and STBBI testing, harm reduction and other services.