Youth Shelters & Drop-ins
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Welcome to the Youth Shelter Directory. Here you will find practical information about youth shelters in downtown Toronto. Get quick details on:
- Location, Contact information, Bus routes, Hours of operation, and Website
As well as find out if the shelters have:
- Mental health support
- Substance use options and/or Smoking areas
- Fragrance-free spaces/products, Wheelchair accessibility and/or Food allergy options
- Language support and/or Religion options
- Privacy and/or 2SLGTBQIA friendliness
Abiona Centre - Post Natal Transitioning
The Postnatal Transitional Housing program provides support for young mothers, aged 16-21, and their babies. They live for up to 6 months in one of 10 partially furnished, self-contained apartment…
Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Shelter
Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre (CONC) is a multi-service agency in West Downtown Toronto providing essential and innovative services for vulnerable community members. We provide free programs, services and supports for…
Covenant House Toronto
Covenant House is the largest agency in Canada serving youth who are homeless, trafficked or at risk. Covenant House is inclusive, intentional and impactful. As a leader in the sector,…
Eva’s Place
Eva’s Place is an emergency shelter in North York for 40 youth who are experiencing homelessness. Here, youth receive support for their immediate needs, like a warm bed, nutritious meals,…
Friends of Ruby Transitional Housing and Drop-in
Friends of Ruby Home is Canada’s first custom-built transitional house for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and two-spirit young people. In addition to the Home, they offer ongoing housing…
Wagner Green YMCA
The Wagner Green YMCA is an emergency shelter and drop-in centre where unhoused youth find a hot meal and safe place to sleep. Your donation goes beyond a bed, providing…
YMCA Spott House
YMCA Sprott House first opened its doors in September 2007 and is one of the first 2SLGBTQ+ transitional housing programs for youth in Canada. YMCA Sprott House provides one year…
YSM Evergreen Centre for Street-Involved Youth
A drop-in for homeless & marginalized youth, aged 16-24. Meals, counselling, health & employment centres & more! 365 Spadina Ave. Toronto Location Hours Monday-Friday 12-5pm Contact (416)929-9614
Youth Without Shelter
Youth Without Shelter (YWS) is a Toronto‑based charitable organization that provides emergency housing and wrap‑around support services to youth experiencing homelessness. Founded in 1986, YWS serves young people aged 16…