Yorktown Family Services

08/24/2026

Looking for free 🧠 counselling & therapy in ? ✨You have come to the right place! ✨

Yorktown Family Services' Rapid Access Therapy and What's Up Walk-in Counselling Clinic provides FREE mental health support for children, youth, young adults and families (0-29). No appointment necessary. No health card. No fees. First come. First served.

2 Convenient Locations:

West Toronto Youth Wellness Hub
📍1541 Jane St.
🗓️ 6 days a week (Saturdays are virtual)

St. James Town Community Corner
📍200 Wellesley St. East
🗓️ 5 days a week
☎️ To reduce wait times please call 437-450-8218 or 437-551-8638 before arrival

08/22/2026

Summer should feel fun, safe and connected. ☀️

Connect 4 Summer Camp gives youth ages 12 to 25 a place to spend their summer building confidence, making connections and trying new things in a supportive space.

Youth will take part in leadership workshops, mentorship opportunities, sports, cooking, arts and crafts, trips and more.

📍 Jane Street Hub
1541 Jane Street
⏰ Monday to Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
🍽 Lunch and TTC tickets provided

Camp weeks:
📅 July 13 to 17
📅 July 27 to 31
📅 August 10 to 14
📅 August 24 to 28

Registration is required for each week.

For more information, contact:
📧 [email protected]
📞 647-242-8412
OR
📧 [email protected]
📞 437-551-8438

08/21/2026

Please note the elevator at 2010 Eglinton Ave. W. will be "Out of Service" for the week of Aug 24 -28, 2026. We apologize for the inconvenience.

08/20/2026

Need a space where you can talk about real life, make connections and feel supported? 💗

Hey Girl is a group mentorship program for girls ages 14 to 18, designed to support confidence, self-care, identity, emotional health, body image, empowerment and healthy relationships.

It’s a chance to meet other girls, have real conversations and build skills in a welcoming space.

📅 Wednesdays, September 30 to December 2, 2026
📍 Jane Street Hub, 1541 Jane Street

For referrals or inquiries, contact Kay at [email protected] or 437-551-8438, or Kendra at [email protected] or 905-995-2277.

Or visit: https://www.yorktownfamilyservices.com/programs/hey-girl-youth-mentorship-program/ for more details!

Come hang out, learn something new and connect with girls who get it. ✨

08/19/2026

Support is available for mothers and children who have experienced family violence. 💙

Yorktown’s Here to Help program offers a safe and supportive group environment where mothers and children can begin to heal, build connection and feel less alone.

This in-person 10-week session is for mothers and children ages 4 to 16 who have been exposed to family violence. Cultural interpretation is available upon request.

📅 October 6 to December 8, 2026
⏰ Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
📍 Location provided at registration
📞 Registration by phone is required

To learn more, refer someone or register, please contact Heulwen Williams at 437-332-0017.

You do not have to navigate this alone. Support is here when you are ready.

08/18/2026

Parenting does not come with a script, and sometimes it helps to have a little extra support. 💙

Yorktown’s Parenting Wisely Workshop Series is a free 8-week in-person group for parents and caregivers of children and youth ages 8 to 18.

You can attend all 8 weeks or choose the topics that feel most helpful for your family, including communication, conflict resolution, relationship building, self-care, child development, problem-solving and practical parenting strategies.

Plus, a children’s activity and skill-building group is available for children ages 8 to 12.

📅 Wednesdays, October 7 to November 25, 2026
⏰ 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
🍽 Light meal at 5:30 p.m.
🎟 Presto tokens provided

For more information or to register, contact Lily at 437-236-9513 or [email protected], or Soleila at 647-242-8209 or [email protected].

Or visit: https://www.yorktownfamilyservices.com/programs/parenting-wisely/

Come for the tools. Stay for the support. ✨

08/17/2026

Yorktown's Women and Communities against Violence program (WACAV) provides community-based supports to women who have experienced abuse. Services include crisis and supportive counselling, safety planning, advocacy, referrals for children, referrals to additional services, and accompaniment to other services as needed. 💙

Connect with us CONFIDENTIALLY and for FREE at: 416-394-2950 Ext: 2236

08/15/2026

Mindful Fathering sessions are starting this fall. 💙

Yorktown Family Services is offering two Mindful Fathering® groups for fathers who have exposed their children to intimate partner violence.

This program provides a supportive space for fathers to reflect, learn and strengthen their relationship with their children while working toward safer, healthier family dynamics.

This fall, sessions will be available:

📍 In person with Yorktown Family Services
Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
October 1 to December 17, 2026

💻 Virtually with Abrigo Centre
Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
September 23 to December 9, 2026

For more information or to register, please contact Glenda Diaz at 437-234-1604.

Support is available, and taking that first step can make a meaningful difference.

08/12/2026

We're a Casual Relief Worker to provide staffing relief on an on-call basis to ensure the operational staffing needs of the shelter are met. Casual Relief Workers will ensure the provision of support to the women and children living at VAWS.

Learn more about the role and apply:

Job Title: Casual Relief Worker – VAWS Salary: $29.79 per hour Position: Relief Competition: VAWS2026-02 Start Date: September 2026 – On-going as needed. Location: VAWS Shelter Site – West end of Toronto Head Office located at 2010 Eglinton Avenue West, Suite 300 Yorktown Family Services– Vi...

08/12/2026

We're a Resident Women’s Advocate Worker who will ensure the provision of support to women living at our Shelter, as well as, those leaving the Shelter, in order to re-establish themselves in the community.

Learn more about the role and apply:

Job Title: Resident Women’s Advocate Worker Salary: $51,568.66 Comp #: 2026-VAWS03 Start Date: September 2026 Location: VAWS Shelter Site – West end of Toronto Head Office located at 2010 Eglinton Avenue West, Suite 300 Yorktown Family Services– Violence Against Women Services provides a safe, ...