For Youth Initiative

Youth Support Services


Description

Youth drop-in space with daily group programs, individualized case management, advocacy and systems navigation support with a focus on academic success, employment, settlement services and youth justice prevention and intervention. Programs and services include:

  • tutoring and academic support for secondary school students
  • support with transition to post-secondary, including financial assistance through application bursaries, scholarship program, accessing OSAP and other financial aid
  • career mentorship, job readiness, resume and mock interview support, employment training, First Aid and CPR training
  • RISE Diversion and Reintegration program
  • mentorship and skill development
  • counselling and mental wellbeing
  • volunteer and peer leadership opportunities
  • financial assistance, and food security support
  • field trips, social and recreational activities
  • organizational mentorship/trusteeship services
  • youth settlement services, see separate listing

Some services offered both virtually and in-person

Eligibility
Youth 12-29 years with focus on Black, racialized and newcomer youth
Residency Requirements: Focus on York South-Weston, Oakwood-Vaughan and surrounding communities
Application Process
Call, email, drop in, or visit website
Documents Required
May vary; contact for information
Office
416-653-3311
Web Site
https://www.foryouth.ca
Email
[email protected]
Mailing Address
1652 Keele St
Suite 108
Toronto, ON, M6M 3W3
Canada
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
Fees
None
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Last Updated On
September 17, 2025
Last Verified On
August 15, 2025
Address
1652 Keele St, Suite 108
Toronto, ON, M6M 3W3
Cross street: Keele St and Rogers Rd
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Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Free parking at rear and side of building off Nashville Ave
Hours of Operation
Mon
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Tue
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wed
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Thu
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Fri
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Mon-Fri 11 am-6 pm
Service Area(s)
Greater Toronto Area