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Horizons for Youth is an emergency shelter that prepares and guides homeless and at-risk youth to achieve wellness and become contributing community members.

10/07/2026

We are incredibly grateful to for inviting Horizons for Youth to be part of their inaugural Gala last month. It was a beautiful evening celebrating community, connection, and the incredible impact that happens when we come together to support youth.

Thank you for your partnership and for believing in the young people we serve. We are so grateful to be on this journey together and can’t wait to see what the future brings!

10/05/2026

A big thank you to Generation Capital for helping make our Horizons For Youth Fun Day possible! With your generous support, our youth enjoyed a day filled with a BBQ, delicious gourmet cookies, an ice cream truck, and, most importantly, plenty of fun and laughter.

We are incredibly grateful for your continued support of our mission and your commitment to helping our youth thrive. At Horizons For Youth, we believe that supporting young people means more than meeting their basic needs, it’s also about creating opportunities to build confidence, community, and joyful memories. Thank you, Generation Capital, for helping our youth simply have fun and enjoy being kids!

09/30/2026

Today, we honour the children who never returned home, the Survivors of residential schools, their families, and Indigenous communities who continue to carry the impacts of these institutions across generations. For Indigenous youth, the legacy of residential schools and colonial policies continues to shape experiences of identity, belonging, family, and access to safe and supportive spaces.

At Horizons for Youth, we believe every young person deserves to feel safe, valued, connected, and supported. Today, we recognize the importance of listening, learning, and taking meaningful action toward reconciliation. Every child matters. Every young person deserves to belong.

09/25/2026

A huge thank you to for spending time with us at Horizons for Youth this week and absolutely transforming our backyard space! From giving our BBQ a much-needed clean, to raking up the yard and adding a fresh coat of paint to our picnic tables, your team went above and beyond to help make our outdoor space look beautiful. These thoughtful improvements make such a difference for the young people who call our shelter home, creating a welcoming space where they can relax, connect, and enjoy some time outdoors. Thank you for helping us make our backyard a place our youth can enjoy and feel proud of!

09/11/2026

WHAT AN ADVENTURE! A HUGE shoutout and THANK YOU to the Bell Let’s Talk Community Mental Health Fund for helping make an incredible experience possible for our youth! Earlier this month, 12 of our youth packed their bags and headed to beautiful Muskoka for an unforgettable 3-night stay at Camp Olympia! And WOW… did they ever make the most of it!
🧗‍♀️ Conquering the rock wall
🪢 Soaring on the zip line
🚣‍♂️ Facing fears in the canoe
💪 Building confidence
💚 Connecting with one another
🧠 Taking part in meaningful mental health & wellness activities
Our Mental Health & Wellness Worker was also able to join the trip, giving our youth the opportunity to participate in group activities focused on mental wellness, connection, confidence, and self-care. There were definitely some nerves, lots of laughs, BIG accomplishments, and plenty of “I DID IT!” moments! We are SO proud of our youth for stepping outside their comfort zones, supporting each other, trying new things, and showing just how brave and capable they are! Thank you, Bell Let’s Talk, for investing in our youth and helping us create opportunities where mental health, connection, confidence, and adventure can all come together. Here’s to more adventures, more memories, and more moments of “I can do this!”

08/27/2026

Meet Sam: After arriving in Canada as a refugee, Sam faced an uncertain future. With support and a safe place to turn, he was able to continue his education and pursue his goal of becoming a mechanic. We can’t wait to see where his journey takes him!

08/24/2026

Meet Gem: With determination and the support of our community, Gem overcame significant challenges to finish high school and is now working toward her dream of becoming a teacher. We’re so proud of her journey and excited for all that’s ahead!

08/21/2026

A huge thank you to for their amazing donation of fully loaded backpacks for our youth! Your generosity is helping us get many of our young people ready and excited for back-to-school. We truly appreciate your kindness and support of our community!

08/18/2026

Help Us Make The Bridge House a Home! We’re preparing our new transitional home for youth and are looking for essential household items to help create a warm, comfortable and welcoming space.
We are currently in need of new or gently used:
3 twin-size (single) beds and mattresses
3 sets of twin-size sheets and comforters
3 bedside tables
1 sofa and/or loveseat
Tableware (cups, mugs, plates and bowls)
Pots & pans
Cutlery
Thank you, as always, for helping us create not just a house, but a home for youth who deserve a safe and supportive place to begin their next chapter.

08/14/2026

For every young person who comes through our doors, home means more than four walls. It means safety, stability, belonging, and knowing there is someone in your corner. At Horizons for Youth, we’re proud to help young people build a future they can call their own.

Address

422 Gilbert Avenue
Toronto, ON
M6E4X3

Telephone

(416) 781- 9898

Website

http://horizonsforyouth.org/

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