Toronto, ON, M1K 5J1
Office open to the public Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm; for information, call 416-266-1777
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Settlement Services for Immigrants and Refugees
- needs assessment, information and referral, advocacy, orientation, translation and interpretation, escort, assistance in finding housing
- sponsorship of refugees
- health workshops, mental health - support groups, counselling, crisis intervention
- heritage language classes
- skills upgrading, adult literacy classes
- seniors program for mutual support and education
- youth program offering services in settlement, counselling, skills development and social events
- Homework Club with individual assistance and group work
- citizenship test preparation classes
English as a Second Language / LINC -- participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry
- full-time day classes and part-time evening classes
Community Connections Mentorship Program
- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks
- trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
Financial Literacy Project - one month certificate course
- individual counselling and orientation sessions
Family Support and Mental Health Services - Parenting Sessions
- mental health - support groups, counselling, crisis intervention
- Women's Circle
Food Security Program
- food package distribution to seniors, families on Mondays and Wednesdays 11 am-3 pm
Community Development
- childminding available for clients attending sessions
Toronto, ON, M1J 1J5
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1J 1C6
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Temporarily relocated due to renovations to garage at back of property accessible from Medici Court that runs off Canzone D from Brimley Rd.
Toronto, ON, M1J 2G8
- individual and group coaching
- food bank, clothing and small household items
- information and referral
- employment and life skills training
- entrepreneurship and mentorship (Empowerment and Coaching)
- year-round income tax clinic
- community thrift store
- Hub services such as copying, printing, computer access and training
- social events and activities
Member of Second Harvest and Helping Hands Food Donation
Toronto, ON, M1J 3C3
Drop-In
Meals
- meals and snacks, see hours for schedule
- dine in or take out
Emergency food boxes - for families with children, appointment required
Seniors program - Wednesday, social activities, meals
Professional counselling -- for families and individuals with trauma or addictions
Toronto, ON, M1M 3A1
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1N 1T8
- Independent Food Bank - Additional support between regular food bank visits
- Cliffside Social Circle: shared meal, social connection, and rotating activities such as games, singing, chair yoga, reading, and crafts
Toronto, ON, M1R 2Z2
Community Services
- emergency material assistance
Pathway of Hope
- individual and family case management
Other Programs
- grief support
- Christmas assistance program
- summer camps
- school supplies
Toronto, ON, M1P 2L7
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1P 2L9
Shopping model food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1L 3Z5
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1G 1R2
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1H 2X1
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M4A 2P7
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1H 2W6
- food bank
- prayer support, fellowship
- residential summer camp for children
- back to school program
- Christmas assistance program for low-income families
Toronto, ON, M1R 1H4
Member of Second Harvest Food Support Committee
Toronto, ON, M1N 1J4
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1R 2S8
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1S 5G5
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1G 3S8
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M4B 2V3
Currently not accepting any new clients
Food and clothing bank
Toronto, ON, M1S 4B5
Food bank
- shopping model for dairy, meat, vegetables, grain, bread
- no lineup before 4:30 pm
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Toronto, ON, M1L 1L3
Drop-In, Food Security Program
- Second Harvest (Monday)
- soup and sandwich lunch (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
- dine-in hot lunch (Wednesday)
- breakfast 7 am-9 am (Monday-Friday)
- harm reduction kits distribution
- crisis intervention
- social activities
Resource Access Centre -- computers and telephone available available for job search and research
- medical appointments
- access to nurse for blood pressure services and referrals
Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
Toronto, ON, M1L 4P9
Food bank
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Free Food in the City of Owen Sound
MEALS
OSHaRE Hot Meals - take out or dine in.
Mon-Fri 1 pm-3 pm, Sat 12 noon-1:30 pm
GROCERIES
St Andrews Presbyterian Church Pantry Hamper of food
Mon 11:30 am-1 pm
Central Westside United Church
Tue-Thu 10 am-3 pm
St George's Church Neighborhood Share - 1049 4th Ave E
Thu 10 am-12 noon at 4th Ave door. 3 bag sizes: single, couple or family
Salvation Army Food Bank
By appointment Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-3 pm
SOS @ OSHaRE - Hamper of food
Every other Wed 1 pm-3:30 pm
Family Assist Market (FAM) @OSHaRE - Hamper of food, sign up for casseroles and veggies - application required, the focus is families with children, local agencies and programs also available. Every other Wed 9 am - 11 am (same Wed as the SOS Market).
WATER REFILL STATIONS
Owen Sound City Hall
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Owen Sound Library
Mon 1 pm-8 pm * Tue-Thu 10 am-8 pm * Fri-Sat 10 am-5 pm
Owen Sound Transit Building
Mon-Fri 7 am-6 pm, Sat 7 am-4 pm, Sun 7 am-2:30 pm
Tom Thomson Art Gallery
Tue-Sat 10 am-5 pm
Bayshore Community Centre
Mon-Sun 7 am-11 pm, hours may vary during the summer season.
Grey Bruce Public Health BuildingMon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
OSHaRE
Mon-Fri 1 pm-3 pm, Sat 12 noon-1:30 pm
