St Catharines
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Office: 905-687-4848
Cell: 905-351-2822
Westview Christian Fellowship; 124 Queenston St
St Catharines, ON, L2R 2Z7
St Catharines, ON, L2R 2Z7
Short Description
A weekly drop-in centre, providing women of all walks of life with a safe, welcoming and dignified environment.
Provides practical assistance by providing the following free services:
Provides practical assistance by providing the following free services:
- Haircuts, nails and waxing
- Shower facilities
- Laundry services
- Special events
- Access to a telephone and long distance calling
- Fully staffed child minding for preschool children (parent must stay within the building)
- Afternoon workshops and classes
- Friendship, craft classes
- Upcyle classes
- Guest speakers
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St Catharines
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Office: 905-988-1331
226 Merritt St
St Catharines, ON, L2T 1J6
St Catharines, ON, L2T 1J6
Short Description
A chapter member of Youth for Christ Canada, an international, non-denominational Christian ministry. The centre provides faith-centered programs for children and teens.
- Baby Boutique - provides essential items for babies and provides essential items for babies and pregnancy at no cost. Items include: Baby Clothing (newborn-2T), diapers, wipes, maternity clothing, blankets and swaddles *Furniture and other large equipment is available upon request
- Young Mom Support Group Support - group for pregnant and parenting moms up to age 25 focusing on life skills, mentoring workshops, resources and parenting support. Child minding via children's programs available during meetings
- Prenatal Classes - An 8 week program for young moms up to age 25 and their support person to learn about the pregnancy experience, starting from conception to newborn care. Some material that will be covered in this program includes: stages of pregnancy/ labour, parenting, physical and mental health, hazards during pregnancy, feeding, and after care.
- "The Deck" Drop-in Youth Centre - a youth centre for teens providing peer mentorship by adult volunteers.
- Children's Programs - space for babies and children to learn and explore while their moms are participating in the program.
- Girl's Only (GO) - Social and skill-building support group for girls involving activities and group discussions.
- Summer Camp - children's summer camp programs
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Services for Families with Young Children
Welland
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Office: 905-734-1141 ext 2221
810 East Main St
Welland, ON, L3B 3Y4
Welland, ON, L3B 3Y4
Short Description
Pre/Post natal program (CPNP): information on pregnancy, nutrition, labour, referrals to midwifery services, care of newborns, breastfeeding support, home visits, vouchers for vitamins, groceries and diapers, Zumba with baby.
Grandir ensemble: A parent resource program providing education and support for parents of children. Helping families grow and learn in a happy, healthy, safe environment and allowing children to participate in various activities in the area of sciences, literacy, creativity, etc.
L'école j'en raffole (School's Cool - school readiness program) * Summer camps * Community lunches and dinners with parenting workshops * Early Years Centres * Community and in-house support * Parenting and other educational workshops * Toy lending library * Best Start wrap around services (early screening and intervention) * Inter-generational programming combining geriatrics and early years needs * Pre-school speech and language services are available through partnerships with local agencies.
Grandir ensemble: A parent resource program providing education and support for parents of children. Helping families grow and learn in a happy, healthy, safe environment and allowing children to participate in various activities in the area of sciences, literacy, creativity, etc.
L'école j'en raffole (School's Cool - school readiness program) * Summer camps * Community lunches and dinners with parenting workshops * Early Years Centres * Community and in-house support * Parenting and other educational workshops * Toy lending library * Best Start wrap around services (early screening and intervention) * Inter-generational programming combining geriatrics and early years needs * Pre-school speech and language services are available through partnerships with local agencies.
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Welland
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Office: 905-734-3543
77 Division St
Welland, ON, L3B 3Z8
Welland, ON, L3B 3Z8
Short Description
Offers ministry and Anglican worship in a traditional setting.
Hygiene & Food Pantry available once per month for those in need. Upon registration, clients will be given a individual shopping list. Items will be shopped for them on a monthly basis. Changes to shopping list can be made monthly. Items be bagged and handed out once a month.
Some of the items available at the pantry include, but are not limited to, the following:
Now offering a daily takeout breakfast to those in need. Also offer a Christmas Day Community Dinner to anyone in need. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please contact the church for information about each program.
Hygiene & Food Pantry available once per month for those in need. Upon registration, clients will be given a individual shopping list. Items will be shopped for them on a monthly basis. Changes to shopping list can be made monthly. Items be bagged and handed out once a month.
Some of the items available at the pantry include, but are not limited to, the following:
- perishable and non-perishable food
- shampoo
- laundry detergent and cleaning products
- toilet paper
- deodorant and other personal care items
- diapers
- feminine hygiene products
- bladder control products
Now offering a daily takeout breakfast to those in need. Also offer a Christmas Day Community Dinner to anyone in need. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, please contact the church for information about each program.
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Our Community Cares - Infant Supplies, Burlington ROCK Hub - Burloak
Burlington
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905-631-1218;
Access Line 289-266-0036
356 Burloak Dr
Burlington, ON, L7L 4W5
Burlington, ON, L7L 4W5
Short Description
Provides diapers, pull-ups, wipes, formula, baby food, cereals, and feminine hygiene products - as available
- program operates from donations
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Food Bank
Oakville
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905-827-5324 or 905-827-6523
2270 Speers Rd
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X8
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X8
Short Description
Provides emergency food assistance, by appointment only
- non-perishable food items
- diapers and baby food/formula available
- contact through email at [email protected] or call for assistance
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Oakville
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905-847-3988
1240 Speers Rd, Unit 6
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X4
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X4
Short Description
Food Bank
- If you are in need of food assistance please come to the Food Bank during operating hours
- no appointment needed
- can assist with baby food, formula and diapers
- program participants are eligible to receive a food order once each calendar month
- currently provides food to approximately 700 Oakville families
Donations
- non-perishable food can be dropped off at all Oakville Fire Stations and most Oakville Grocery stores, in their collection bins
- bulk of non-perishable food comes from food drives held at Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas
- for a list of currently needed items, see here
- financial donations are vital and needed to purchase fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, eggs, cheese, milk, and a variety of other items
- tax receipts are issued on site
- please call to make sure someone is there to receive your donation
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Oakville
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Mon-Sat 9:30 am-11 am 905-845-7233 (905-845-SAFE)
166 South Service Rd E
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X5
Oakville, ON, L6L 2X5
Short Description
Free Tutoring
- for children or youth who are struggling with their academics
- for more information, see listing (OAK0454)
Music Program
- one-to-one piano, guitar, violin and drum lessons designed for children and youth who show an aptitude and interest in music but whose parents may not have the means to afford lessons
Clothing bank
- for infants to adults, including business suits for men and women re-entering the work force
- diapers available Mon-Fri, 9:30 am-12 noon
- donations can be dropped off 9:30 am-1 pm or can be left in the two orange drop boxes located in the parking lot
- also accepts donations of sheets, blankets and towels
- arrangements can be made to bring diapers or clothing to those who cannot access the office
Furniture bank
- offers furniture, household goods, small appliances and bicycles
- furniture donations can be picked up for a small fee or dropped off after prior arrangements are made by email to [email protected]
Donation Bins
- 166 South Service Rd East (9 am-6 pm)
- 186 Morrison Rd (available 24/7)
- you can leave gently used clothing, shoes, packaged diapers, and fabric recycling
- please bag all items
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Atwell Centre Pregnancy Support Services
Hamilton
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Office: 905-393-8525
Text: 905-902-6082
681 Main St E
Hamilton, ON, L8M 1K3
Hamilton, ON, L8M 1K3
Short Description
A non-profit agency committed to providing hope, compassionate and informative assistance for anyone facing an unexpected pregnancy. Services are free and confidential. They include:
- Medical grade pregnancy tests
- Pregnancy options support
- Point-of-care ultrasound
- STI testing and treatment
- Pregnancy and beyond support
- Post-abortion support
- Resources and referrals
- Male mentoring
- Sexual Health and Relationship Education (S.H.A.R.E) for teens, students, and teachers
- Baby Boutique - free maternity and baby clothes (NB - 2T)
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Our Community Cares - Infant Supplies, Burlington ROCK Hub - Warwick
Burlington
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905-681-2777;
Access Line 289-266-0036
702 Surrey Lane
Burlington, ON, L7T 3S6
Burlington, ON, L7T 3S6
Short Description
Provides diapers, pull-ups, wipes, formula, baby food, cereals, and feminine hygiene products - as available
- program operates from donations
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Pregnancy Support Services
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Office: 905-527-3677
370 Main St E, Ste M1
ON, L8N 1J5
ON, L8N 1J5
Short Description
Offers free, confidential emergency service for women distressed by pregnancy.
Services include:
Services include:
- counselling and referrals
- assistance in finding accommodation
- free diapers and formula (when donations allow)
- free maternity and baby clothes (newborn to 2 years)
- free pregnancy testing
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Food Bank and Outreach Centre
Mississauga
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Office: 905-274-9309
427 Lakeshore Rd E
Mississauga, ON, L5G 1H8
Mississauga, ON, L5G 1H8
Short Description
Food bank -- pickup or in person shoppin
Community -- programs including Men's Group, Women's Group, Refresh
Employment -- job search assistance and resume/interview preparation
Information and referral services -- assistance in accessing resources in the community help to access benefits,housing, eviction prevention, addictions counselling and referrals to drug rehabilitation, free or low-cost furniture, clothing, eye-glasses
Member of the Mississauga Food Bank
- food including halal options
- diapers and formula for families with age appropriate children
Community -- programs including Men's Group, Women's Group, Refresh
Employment -- job search assistance and resume/interview preparation
Information and referral services -- assistance in accessing resources in the community help to access benefits,housing, eviction prevention, addictions counselling and referrals to drug rehabilitation, free or low-cost furniture, clothing, eye-glasses
Member of the Mississauga Food Bank
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Infant Formula and Diaper Bank
Hamilton
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Office: 289-799-9514
100 Main St E, Ste 201
Hamilton, ON, L8N 3W4
Hamilton, ON, L8N 3W4
Short Description
Provides emergency supply of infant formula, baby food, and diapers to families with children aged 0-3 years. Assistance provided up to once every 2 months.
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Toronto
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Office: 416-516-3917
Masaryk Cowan Community Centre, 220 Cowan Ave, 2nd Floor
Toronto, ON, M6K 2N6
Toronto, ON, M6K 2N6
Short Description
Family resource center
Children's activities
- family support programs
- caregiver and child drop-in
- clothing program
- parent and caregiver workshops
- informal counseling
- community information and referral
- special events
Children's activities
- book and toy lending library
- nutritional snacks and socialization
- early learning activities
- reading circles
- separate infant area
- gym program (available September to June)
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Toronto
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Office: 416-537-1004
1342 Queen St W
Toronto, ON, M6K 1L4
Toronto, ON, M6K 1L4
Short Description
Child and family resource centre, including parent/caregiver and child drop-in, parent/caregiver workshops, and early learning activities for children and families
- nutritious snacks
- toy/resource library
- daily activities for children
- community information and referral
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Jessie's Support Services
Toronto
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Office: 416-365-1888
Crisis: 416-365-1888
205 Parliament St
Toronto, ON, M5A 2Z4
Toronto, ON, M5A 2Z4
Short Description
Trauma-informed wraparound supports and services, including counselling and case management, housing support, health program, parenting and child development supports, and high school program; community education includes speakers, workshops on subjects of interest to young parents, including healthy sexuality, informed decision-making and pregnancy options
Counselling and Case management
Individual counselling and information, advocacy support and systems navigation, and referrals to other services about sexuality, birth control, abortion, adoption, and parenting
Food Program and Practical Help
Warm meals available, including light breakfast and lunch for participants, their supports and children during drop-in hours; also supper available Monday and Tuesday
Health Services
Individual health counselling for participants and their children
Housing Support
Range of services to assist in finding and maintaining affordable housing
Jessie's School Program
Access to secondary school credits from grades 9-12 and preparation for integration into mainstream and alternative schools and post-secondary education
Parenting Supports and Groups
Counselling, information, guidance, referrals and development screening
Counselling and Case management
Individual counselling and information, advocacy support and systems navigation, and referrals to other services about sexuality, birth control, abortion, adoption, and parenting
- support with form filling and applications
- wraparound support and information on pregnancy options, personal goal setting, relationships and personal challenges
Food Program and Practical Help
Warm meals available, including light breakfast and lunch for participants, their supports and children during drop-in hours; also supper available Monday and Tuesday
- Food Connect Program monthly access to essential food items for 12 participants experiencing food access challenges, includes referrals to community food programs
- Swap Shop includes access to free donated items such as baby clothes and equipment, maternity clothes, toys, books and small household items
- emergency supplies such as diapers, formula, menstrual products
- free Presto tickets for public transit to/from Jessie's Centre
Health Services
Individual health counselling for participants and their children
- onsite access to health promotion specialist
- weekly access to family doctor
- specialized prenatal and postpartum classes
- free pregnancy tests, prenatal vitamins, nutrition, feeding supplies, health products
- health care navigation including referrals to doulas, midwives, primary care providers
Housing Support
Range of services to assist in finding and maintaining affordable housing
- assistance with social housing applications and special priority applications
- private market rent searches
- income supports assistance
- housing stabilization and eviction prevention
- conflict resolution and safety planning
- support with landlords for viewings and interviews
- accompaniment on request
- advocacy, education and information on tenants rights and responsibilities
Jessie's School Program
Access to secondary school credits from grades 9-12 and preparation for integration into mainstream and alternative schools and post-secondary education
- information on scholarship opportunities
Parenting Supports and Groups
Counselling, information, guidance, referrals and development screening
- Parent-Child Centre (PCC) includes parenting skills support, mentoring, parent and child activities and events; childminding available onsite for participants
- groups include prenatal and postnatal support, Nobody's Perfect parenting groups, and Girls Circle personal development groups
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Toronto
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Office: 416-469-3776
Ralph Thornton Community Centre, 765 Queen St E, Main Floor
Toronto, ON, M4M 1H3
Toronto, ON, M4M 1H3
Short Description
Family resource program and EarlyON Child and Family Centre, including caregiver and child drop-in, early learning activities and early literacy
- daily snacks
- parenting workshops, child care available
- library visits, parenting and toy libraries
- prenatal and postnatal resources and information
- clothing exchange
- community information, consultation and referral
- informal counselling
- organized outings, multicultural events, newsletter
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Toronto
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Office: 416-640-2005
1533 The Queensway
Toronto, ON, M8W 1T8
Toronto, ON, M8W 1T8
Short Description
Multiservice agency
Haven's Closet -- selection of seasonal clothing
First Care -- for pregnant women and parents of newborns to age 2
Hope with Wheels -- mobile outreach van providing food, hygiene products, sleeping bags twice a week to homeless in downtown Toronto and once a week in Etobicoke
Haven's Closet -- selection of seasonal clothing
First Care -- for pregnant women and parents of newborns to age 2
- provides diapers and baby food, food aid, clothing and support
Hope with Wheels -- mobile outreach van providing food, hygiene products, sleeping bags twice a week to homeless in downtown Toronto and once a week in Etobicoke
- hot lunch two Sundays a month at St Margaret's Anglican Church -- see separate listing
- provides food, hygiene kits, friendly visits and calls, social events and referrals to other services
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Evergreen Health Centre
Toronto
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Office: 416-929-9614 ext 2238
365 Spadina Ave
Toronto, ON, M5T 2G3
Toronto, ON, M5T 2G3
Short Description
COVID19 Modified services via phone, email, video calling, or screened on-site services by appointment with enhanced safety protocols
Health Centre
Nurses or nurse practitioners available for phone consultations and referrals, or by appointment; urgent psychiatry visits can be arranged; call 416-929-9614 ext 2238 or email [email protected]
Mental Health Services
Telephone counselling by appointment, call Nazreth 416-929-9614 ext 2269 or email [email protected]
Nursery
Appointments available for supplies for young families in need; current registered families may receive a 2 week supply of child supplies, to coordinate pick up call Ruth 416-929-9614 ext 2232 or email [email protected]
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Health Services
Including primary medical care, dental care, check ups, lab tests (including HIV testing), referrals, and ID replacement; no Ontario Health Insurance or identification required; child care available
Health Centre
Nurses or nurse practitioners available for phone consultations and referrals, or by appointment; urgent psychiatry visits can be arranged; call 416-929-9614 ext 2238 or email [email protected]
Mental Health Services
Telephone counselling by appointment, call Nazreth 416-929-9614 ext 2269 or email [email protected]
Nursery
Appointments available for supplies for young families in need; current registered families may receive a 2 week supply of child supplies, to coordinate pick up call Ruth 416-929-9614 ext 2232 or email [email protected]
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Health Services
Including primary medical care, dental care, check ups, lab tests (including HIV testing), referrals, and ID replacement; no Ontario Health Insurance or identification required; child care available
- access to diapers, formula, baby food
- birth control, pregnancy tests
- prenatal care, perinatal services
- prenatal and parenting classes
- immunization
- optometry, eye glasses
- chiropractor, physiotherapist, naturopath, psychiatrist
- addictions counselling
- traditional Chinese medicine
- foot care, socks and shoes
- health education and counselling on health issues
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Applegrove EarlyON Child and Family Centre
Toronto
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Office: 416-461-5043
Duke of Connaught Public School, 60 Woodfield Rd
Toronto, ON, M4L 2W6
Toronto, ON, M4L 2W6
Short Description
Parent/caregiver and child drop-in centre, including early learning activities, music and movement, creative activities, parent education, and information on parenting, child development and community resources
Call for information on satellite location
- toy library
- parenting workshops, parent relief
- clothing exchange
- care provider support groups
- prenatal program
- babysitting registry
Call for information on satellite location
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Toronto
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Office: 416-963-9963
191 Gerrard St E
Toronto, ON, M5A 2E5
Toronto, ON, M5A 2E5
Short Description
Closed December 25, 2023 to January 1, 2024
Food Bank -- for Indigenous women and their families
Food Bank -- for Indigenous women and their families
- emergency supply of milk and diapers
- member of Daily Bread Food Bank
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Toronto
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Office: 416-596-7703
355 Church St, 2nd Floor
Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
Toronto, ON, M5B 0B2
Short Description
Organization has resumed operations at the office post-COVID and clients are welcome to the organization for one-on-one appointments.
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Advances the dignity and well being of children and their families affected by HIV/AIDS by providing:
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Advances the dignity and well being of children and their families affected by HIV/AIDS by providing:
- practical support including access to infant formula, diapers, Welcome Baby Bag, food hampers, grocery vouchers, TTC tokens for medical appointments, new winter clothing, toys and gift cards for children and youth
- counselling and case management, family and child support groups, external referrals, and resources for children and their families around HIV
- overnight camp for children
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Community Support and Family Services, Food Security (Food Bank)
Toronto
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Office: 416-929-9614 ext 3200
270 Gerrard St E
Toronto, ON, M5A 2G4
Toronto, ON, M5A 2G4
Short Description
Food bank includes 2-3 days supply of unprepared, non-perishable food, appointment required
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
- grocery bags available once every 2 weeks by family size
- assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm wear
- Cornerstone Families and Bridges assists adults with grocery bags via Care Managers
- call 416-929-9614 ext 3200 to book appointment
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
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Community Support and Family Services, Food Security (Take-away Meals)
Toronto
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Office: 416-929-9614 ext 3200
270 Gerrard St E
Toronto, ON, M5A 2G4
Toronto, ON, M5A 2G4
Short Description
Take-away meals (Tuesday and Thursday 4 pm-5 pm) and assistance obtaining resources such as hygiene supplies, baby items, warm wear
Food Bank by appointment, Tue-Fri 10 am-12 noon, 1 pm-3 pm (see separate listing)
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
Food Bank by appointment, Tue-Fri 10 am-12 noon, 1 pm-3 pm (see separate listing)
Member of Daily Bread Food Bank, and member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
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Food and Meals
Toronto
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General Inquiries: 416-923-8872
Women and Family Food and Clothing Bank: 416-923-3916
Donation Line: 416-923-2400
Volunteering: 416-923-8872 ext 240
502 Spadina Ave
Toronto, ON, M5S 2H1
Toronto, ON, M5S 2H1
Short Description
Food programs -- hot meal, also bag lunches
Women and Family Ministry -- food and clothing bank by appointment
Children and youth -- after school clubs
Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
Women and Family Ministry -- food and clothing bank by appointment
- for women and their families or single fathers with custody of children
- baby food and formula
- layettes for newborns, household items, bedding, female hygiene products
- supportive counselling and referrals
- Christmas grocery and toy program
- member of Daily Bread Food Bank
Children and youth -- after school clubs
- licensed child care centre -- see separate entry
Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
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