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LGBT YouthLine's referral database is for in-person and/or location-based organizations, collectives, and resources for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ontario.
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Pieces to Pathways (P2P) is a peer-led initiative offering Canada’s only substance use support program for LGBTTQQ2SIA youth (ages 16-29).
Our program is open to all LGBTTQQ2SIA youth ages 16-29 who are concerned about their substance use, or are interested in exploring their relationship to substances. Our mission is to provide seamless, comprehensive and effective harm reduction services and a full range of addictions treatment services that are amenable to an individual’s needs and goals. We have always operated on a non abstinence or ‘harm reduction’ approach, which forms the philosophical basis for all our work, in reducing harm and enhancing the health of our clients.
Native Canadian Centre of Toronto is a membership-based, charitable organization located in the heart of downtown Toronto in a beautifully renovated heritage building. NCCT offers a wide range of programs and services based on Indigenous cultural traditions and teachings. All are welcome.
-Youth Dropin-Recreation/Culture/Employment and Training/Education
-Mino Maaziwin-Harm reduction
-Case Managers
-Housing Worker
-Homes for Good- Housing followup worker
-Transitional House
Toby's Place is a 2SLGBTQ+ drop-in centre for youth ages 13-23* located in South Scarborough. We are an anti-oppressive space who's mission is to reduce social isolation among 2SLGBTQ+ youth. We provide free workshops, dinner, activities, and peer counselling. We also provide practical supports such as a food bank, clothing boutique, and shower facilities. We have a resource hub onsite and provide referrals when needed.
The 519 is committed to the health, happiness and full participation of the LGBTQ2S communities. A City of Toronto agency with an innovative model of Service, Space and Leadership, we strive to make a real difference in people’s lives, while working to promote inclusion, understanding and respect.
Primary Health Care, Gender Affirming Shared Care, System
Navigation and programming for the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
To find out more about programs and services available at NorWest
Community Health Centre, and in the community contact 807-626-7856.
GROUPS
Gender Journeys Adult Group is a free 8-session group for adult
trans-gender and questioning people (18 years and older). This
group explores gender identity and expression and will provide
reliable, up to date information on these topics. The group is
designed to create a space to foster community support and
connection. Pre-register at (807)346-1000 ext. 3214
Gender Journey Alumni: Sundays 12-3pm for those who have
completed the Gender Journey Program.
Transgender Peer Support: Every other Tuesday, 6-8 pm at NorWest.
No age limit.
Visit www.norwestchc.org for more information and to see the
calendar of groups
THIS SERVICE IS NON-QUEER, TRANS & LGBTQ SPECIFIC. Call the line for more info on 2SLGBTQ+ inclusivity.
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.
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
For up-to-date information about groups and workshops, visit: https://familyservicetoronto.org/our-services/workshops-groups-and-events/
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.
HARP offers an understanding, supportive environment with a wide range of prevention information and access to harm reduction materials
Youth serving agency that is open and inclusive , this program is a registration only program for 2SLGBTQ+ youth. All other services can be accessed through the main line based on age of children/youth and families.
THIS IS A GENDERED SPACE
MAX offers individual, group, and community support and education services by and for guys into guys in the Ottawa region. Mental, physical, sexual, community health + harm reduction services and programs.
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.
We've gone digital! Due to the pandemic, we've moved our weekly LGBTQ+ youth groups to Discord servers. Come hang out with us during weekly meetings, or just to chat throughout the week!
Online group that aims to bring together youth ages 11-25 in the LGBTQ+ community. These groups are facilitated by a team of professionals from the community, that strive to create a safe environment in which youth can explore and express their interests and needs in an atmosphere where they are supported and respected for their contributions and unique individual differences.
Our online group meetings change from one week to the next! Sometimes we just chat, but we're always trying new things - watching movies, hosting workshops, and all sorts of fun.
Whether you're lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, two-spirit, queer or questioning, YOU ARE WELCOME!! There is no need to call ahead. Just come with a smile and an open mind.
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
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.
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.
*NOT AN LGBTQ2S+ SPECIFIC RESOURCE*
Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) provides sexual health clinics that offer low-cost birth control options, free condoms/dental dams, and HIV/STI testing, treatment and referrals. We provide a caring, non-judgemental environment to discuss topics including emergency contraception, pregnancy testing and options counselling, and general sexual health information and support.
HPPH Sexual Health Clinics are available in Clinton, Wingham, Stratford, Listowel and St. Marys. Clinics are also provided in some area high schools. Community clinic dates, times and locations can be found at: www.hpph.ca/sexualhealth.
For more information about our sexual health clinics and services, or to book an appointment, call or text: 519-635-2504 (Perth), or 519-440-1439 (Huron).
The Ontario Aboriginal HIV/AIDS Strategy aims to provide culturally respectful and sensitive programs and strategies to respond to the growing HIV/AIDS epidemic among Aboriginal Peoples in Ontario, through promotion, prevention, long-term care, treatment and support initiatives consistent with harm reduction principles.
OAHAS offers the following support services:
SUPPORT SERVICES
Pre & post-test counselling
Health & HIV/AIDS treatment information & referrals
Support relating to HIV/AIDS discrimination issues, including referrals to legal supports
Assistance in accessing food, clothing and shelter
Assistance in obtaining and/or replacing identification
Access to traditional medicines & supports
Advocacy
Assistance to & from appointments
Family support
Grief counselling
THIS SERVICE IS NON-QUEER, TRANS & LGBTQ SPECIFIC. Call the line for more info on 2SLGBTQ+ inclusivity.
Nurse and physician clinics. Testing for Hepatitis A, B, C, Syphilis and HIV (anonymous and rapid testing available), testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomonas/treatment, wart(HPV) treatment, vaccines (Hepatitis A, B, and HPV), emergency contraception, low-cost birth control, depo injection, pregnancy testing and options counselling and referrals, PAP testing. Free condoms and barrier methods. Self testing for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea also available.
THIS SERVICE IS NOT 2SLGBTQ+ SPECIFIC
Reach Out is a free, 24/7, confidential mental health and addictions support and services line for people living in Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford and London. You can connect with Reach Out three different ways:
Text: 519-433-2023
Call: 519-433-2023 or 1-866-933-2023 or click here to learn more.
Web: https://reachout247.ca/
Reach Out also offers a free taxi services to and from the Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Centre in London for youth (aged 16-25) in crisis who reside in rural Middlesex.