Youth Without Shelter (YWS)

Youth Without Shelter (YWS) Empowering youth facing homelessness to reach their individual potential. One youth at a time. One st

A huge thank you to Metro for joining us at YWS as our Chef for the Day earlier this week!The team prepared a delicious ...
06/19/2026

A huge thank you to Metro for joining us at YWS as our Chef for the Day earlier this week!
The team prepared a delicious lunch for our youth, including lasagna, chicken meatballs and pasta, garlic toast, fresh salads, chips, cookies, and pop.
Sharing a meal is about more than just food - it's about creating moments of connection, comfort, and community! We are so grateful for your generosity and community spirit. 🍽️✨

📣Calling all students looking for volunteer hours this summer!📣Want to make a real difference in your community while ga...
06/12/2026

📣Calling all students looking for volunteer hours this summer!📣
Want to make a real difference in your community while gaining valuable volunteer experience? Join the RiseUp movement and help support youth facing homelessness right here in Etobicoke and Rexdale!
☀️Flexible Summer Volunteer Shifts Available☀️

Sign up today to learn more and receive next steps: https://yws.on.ca/RISEUP/

Questions?
Contact Varagi at [email protected] or 416-748-0110 ext. 62.

Together, we can RiseUp and help create brighter futures for youth in our community!
Please share to help spread the word 🙏

"I first came to YWS in 2019 during a very uncertain time in my life. I had just arrived in a new country and was also g...
06/11/2026

"I first came to YWS in 2019 during a very uncertain time in my life. I had just arrived in a new country and was also going through a difficult immigration process. Everything felt new and unfamiliar, and adjusting was not always easy. During that time, the support I received at YWS played a very important role in helping me move forward.
Every young person's journey is unique, but one thing remains true: meaningful support can change the course of a life."

As Youth Without Shelter celebrates 40 years of impact, we're proud to share a story that reflects the power of a full continuum of care. This youth's journey took them through multiple YWS programs - from emergency shelter, to our Stay In School program, and eventually to Helix House while continuing their education.

Today, their story is a powerful reminder of what becomes possible when youth are met with support, encouragement, and a community that believes in their potential.

🏠 Read the full story here: https://yws.on.ca/2026/06/11/a-journey-home/

🏗️ Wardlaw Residences Update 🏠We're excited to share another milestone in the development of the Wardlaw Residences!Sinc...
06/09/2026

🏗️ Wardlaw Residences Update 🏠

We're excited to share another milestone in the development of the Wardlaw Residences!

Since our last update, hydro has been installed and is up and running, internet and Wi-Fi infrastructure are being put in place, and as you can see, the walls and structure continue to take shape. Every day, this vision moves one step closer to becoming a home.

Scheduled to welcome its first residents this November, Wardlaw Residences will provide 51 affordable housing units with wraparound supports for individuals experiencing housing instability. Residents will reside in studio apartments, shared community spaces, and daily supports designed to help build stability, independence, and opportunity.

It's so inspiring to see this project come to life! From a construction site to a place where people will have the chance to build brighter futures.

Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to opening our doors!

Today, our team was out in the Rexdale community connecting with local businesses, sharing how they can help support you...
06/08/2026

Today, our team was out in the Rexdale community connecting with local businesses, sharing how they can help support youth facing homelessness right here in our neighbourhood.
As the ONLY youth shelter serving Etobicoke, we know that real change happens when communities come together! Local businesses can support YWS through sponsorship, fundraising initiatives, volunteer opportunities, or by displaying one of our RiseUp table talkers, making it easy for customers and community members to donate directly to the cause!

Why support a local charity like YWS?
- Your impact stays local and directly supports youth in your community.
- You can see the difference your support makes through tangible programs and outcomes.
- You're helping build a stronger, more connected community for everyone.

If you're a local business interested in learning how you can RiseUp with us, we'd love to connect! Contact us at [email protected] or send us a DM.

And please help spread the word!
Together, we can make an incredible impact for the young people in our community.

Summer is here, and we’re currently in need of swimwear donations for the youth at YWS 🏖️☀️Having access to appropriate ...
06/06/2026

Summer is here, and we’re currently in need of swimwear donations for the youth at YWS 🏖️☀️
Having access to appropriate summer clothing and swimwear helps youth feel included, confident, and able to participate in seasonal activities and outings.
If you are looking to support our youth this season, donations of NEW swimwear would be greatly appreciated.

For donation inquiries and drop-off scheduling, please contact Varagi at 416.748.0110 x 62 or [email protected].

Every youth deserves a home.Every youth deserves the opportunity to feel safe, supported, and hopeful about their future...
06/03/2026

Every youth deserves a home.
Every youth deserves the opportunity to feel safe, supported, and hopeful about their future.
Today, we launch RiseUp - a community-wide movement inspired by the power of people coming together to create real change for young people facing homelessness.

Youth don't choose the circumstances they're born into. They don't choose the barriers they face. But together, we can choose to show up.
If one person can change a life, imagine what a community rising together can do!

This is more than a campaign. It's a movement.
Youth Got This!

Join us. Support your community. Rise up with us.
YWS.ON.CA/RISEUP

A heartfelt thank you to The Church of God Sabbath Keeping (Toronto) for joining us as our Chefs for the Day last week!O...
06/02/2026

A heartfelt thank you to The Church of God Sabbath Keeping (Toronto) for joining us as our Chefs for the Day last week!
Our youth enjoyed a delicious homemade dinner of shepherd's pie followed by ice cream bars for dessert. A comforting meal that was made with care and generosity.
Thank you for your continued support and for helping make YWS feel a little more like home!

The warm weather is here, and we’re looking for summer clothing donations to help support youth at YWS.Items like:👕 T-sh...
05/28/2026

The warm weather is here, and we’re looking for summer clothing donations to help support youth at YWS.
Items like:
👕 T-shirts
🩳 Shorts
🧢 Hats
👟 Lightweight footwear
😎 Other summer essentials

Please note, due to limited access to storage and cleaning facilities, we are only able to accept NEW items of clothing.
We cannot accept any used or lightly used clothing.

For donation inquiries and drop-off scheduling, please contact Varagi at 416.748.0110 x 62 or [email protected].

Thank you for supporting the youth who call YWS home!!

After Anastasia’s educational workshop in January, Grade 8 students at Greenwood College School were inspired by YWS’s w...
05/27/2026

After Anastasia’s educational workshop in January, Grade 8 students at Greenwood College School were inspired by YWS’s work and chose us as their charity for the Niche Expo. Not only did they beautifully highlight the diverse supports we offer our residents, but they also created a functional beeper to notify people about food bank pick-ups and community events—complete with event names and addresses!

The goal of this device is to support former clients and raise awareness in public spaces. Everyone at YWS is amazed by the creativity and heart of these students. We can’t wait to see the impact they’ll continue to make in our community and beyond.

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