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		Organization / Program Name(s)	Located In	Description (Brief)
211 North America, Find Location		211 North America, Find Location	USA	Free, confidential service that helps people across North America find the local resources they need
2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations		2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations	Toronto Downtown Central	Support, referrals, advocacy * HIV/AIDS education and prevention including distribution of male and female condoms, lubricant and Aboriginal resource material * needle exchange and harm reduction mate ... [More]
Abrigo Centre		Abrigo Centre	Toronto Downtown West	Multiservice agency * liaison with Portuguese-speaking communities Community development -- information and referral, assistance with forms * youth programs including school outreach workshops * settl ... [More]
African Community Services of Peel		African Community Services of Peel	Brampton	Settlement, integration, education and social services for newcomers Violence and Abuse Prevention Programs Culturally sensitive and language specific services for women within the African Canadian co ... [More]
Alliance for South Asian AIDS Prevention		Alliance for South Asian AIDS Prevention	Toronto Downtown Central	Health promotion workshops, including customized workshops on HIV/AIDS prevention, anti-homophobia * support for individuals living with HIV, including peer counselling, information and referral, form ... [More]
Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Halton Office		Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton, Halton Office	Burlington	Provides education, support and resources to persons with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and to their families * supports research * maintains local support groups * strives to end the pers ... [More]
Alzheimer Society Peel		Alzheimer Society Peel	Mississauga	Programs and services including adult day programs, respite, counselling, support groups and caregiver support * wandering person registry/Safely Home Program * public education Adult day program -- s ... [More]
Asian Community AIDS Services		Asian Community AIDS Services	Toronto Downtown Central	HIV/AIDS education * support programs include buddy and practical assistance, treatment information, confidential individual counselling, referrals, case management, peer support group * outreach to y ... [More]
ASK		ASK	Oakville	The program provides an opportunity for parents to ask questions about their child's development * no appointment is necessary Consultations with professionals from community agencies are in the follo ... [More]
Asperger's Society of Ontario		Asperger's Society of Ontario	Toronto Downtown North	Provides support as well as educational information for people with Asperger's Syndrome and their families * goals include enhancing public and professional awareness around Asperger's Syndrome, inclu ... [More]
Assaulted Women's Helpline		Assaulted Women's Helpline	Ontario	Telephone crisis counselling, emotional support, information and referrals to emergency shelters, legal information and community services, as well as culturally appropriate resources for abused women ... [More]
Beginnings Family Services		Beginnings Family Services	Hamilton Central	A faith-based agency providing pregnancy counselling and adoption services as well as infertility counselling and embryo donation services to clients.
Birthright of Milton		Birthright of Milton	Milton	Provides caring, non-judgmental, and completely confidential support to pregnant girls and women throughout an unplanned pregnancy, offering alternatives to abortion Services include: * friendship and ... [More]
Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention		Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention	Toronto Downtown Central	HIV/AIDS education, prevention and support, including information on HIV and STI (sexually transmitted infections) risk, sexual health and healthy relationships * community workshops and forums, outre ... [More]
Brain Injury Services		Brain Injury Services	Hamilton Central	A community-based rehabilitation service for individuals who have sustained an acquired brain injury (ABI). * Publicly-funded services (service funded through the healthcare system) are offered direct ... [More]
Bridging the Gap		Bridging the Gap	Burlington	Provides case management support to youth ages 16-24 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in: * finding Ontario Works * food * alternative education * work * housing * counselling * financial m ... [More]
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Ontario Business Centre		Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, Ontario Business Centre	North York Central	Federal housing agency * mortgage loan insurance * information on buying a home, renting a home, home renovations, co-operative housing * housing policy and research
Canada. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, National Office		Canada. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, National Office	Ottawa	Canada’s national housing agency * helps enhance the quality, affordability and choice of housing * works to enhance housing finance options * assists those who cannot afford housing in the private ma ... [More]
Canada. Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety		Canada. Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety	Hamilton Central	Advances workplace health and safety by providing information, training, education, and management systems that support health and safety programs and the prevention of injury and illness. Safety Info ... [More]
Canada. Canadian Human Rights Commission		Canada. Canadian Human Rights Commission	Ottawa	Administers the Canadian Human Rights Act which prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, fam ... [More]
Canada. Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, Gatineau - Wellington St, Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement		Canada. Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, Gatineau - Wellington St, Indian Residential Schools Settlement Agreement	Gatineau	Programs include: Residential School Information Line, 1-866-879-4913 -- Mon-Sun 8 am-11 pm * basic information about IAP, ADR and CEP programs * will mail out application kits * confirms receipt of I ... [More]
Canada. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Hamilton Citizenship Office, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada		Canada. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Hamilton Citizenship Office, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada	Hamilton Central	Processes refugee claimants, clients finalized for permanent residence, permanent residence cards, and citizenship tests, interviews and ceremonies. In-person help by appointment only. Once applicatio ... [More]
Canada. Innovation, Science and Economic Development, Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy, Ontario Region		Canada. Innovation, Science and Economic Development, Office of the Superintendent of Bankruptcy, Ontario Region	Toronto Downtown Central	Licenses and regulates the insolvency profession * supervises the administration of estates in bankruptcy, commercial reorganizations, consumer proposals and receiverships * maintains a public record ... [More]
Canada. Office of the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime		Canada. Office of the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime	Ottawa (City of)	* Facilitates access of victims to existing federal programs and services by providing them with information and referrals * Addresses complaints of victims about compliance with the provisions of the ... [More]
Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada, Ottawa, Veterans Services		Canada. Veterans Affairs Canada, Ottawa, Veterans Services	Ottawa	Counsels and advises Veterans and their dependents concerning entitlement under Veteran's Legislation. * accepts and initiates applications for Veterans' benefits including health care applications, S ... [More]
Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network (The)		Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network (The)	Vancouver	Not-for-profit coalition of individuals and organizations which provides leadership, support and advocacy for Aboriginal people in Canada living with and affected by the human immunodeficiency virus ( ... [More]
Canadian Cancer Society, Halton Community Office, Cancer Support Services		Canadian Cancer Society, Halton Community Office, Cancer Support Services	Burlington	Major services: Cancer support * matches cancer patients and their caregivers with volunteers who have been through the same experiences * service available in English, French and many other languages ... [More]
Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture		Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture	Toronto Downtown Central	Medical, mental health and social care Mental health program -- supportive counselling with referral to additional services as appropriate * group programs and drop in * mutual support groups for men, ... [More]
Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture, Mississauga Office		Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture, Mississauga Office	Mississauga	Mental health program * supportive counselling with referral to additional services as appropriate * group programs and drop in * mutual support groups for men, women, children and youth * crisis inte ... [More]
Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking, Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline		Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking, Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline	Toronto	Confidential phone line connecting victims and survivors with social services, local emergency, transition, long-term supports and services, law enforcement * victim-centered approach * also receives ... [More]
Canadian Hearing Society, Hamilton Central - Regional Office		Canadian Hearing Society, Hamilton Central - Regional Office	Hamilton Central	Provider of services, products, and information that remove barriers to communication, advance hearing health, and promote equity for people who are culturally Deaf, oral deaf, deafened and hard of he ... [More]
Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials		Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials	Toronto Downtown North	National clearinghouse * information and referral for individuals and organizations on the recognition of academic and occupational credentials for working and studying in Canada and abroad * provides ... [More]
Canadian Labour Congress, Ontario Regional Office		Canadian Labour Congress, Ontario Regional Office	North York East	Members include international unions, provincial organizations, provincial federations of labour, chartered unions, labour councils * assists in organizing new unions * information and referral Perman ... [More]
Canadian Mental Health Association, Halton Region Branch Head Office - Oakville, Mental Health Services		Canadian Mental Health Association, Halton Region Branch Head Office - Oakville, Mental Health Services	Oakville	Programs and services include: Case Management * helps people manage symptoms in positive ways, get the right care, find a place to live, make healthy choices, and connect to others who can help Infor ... [More]
Cancer Assistance Program		Cancer Assistance Program	Hamilton Mountain East	A community-based, not-for-profit organization offering free services for individuals and families affected by cancer, living in the greater region of Hamilton and surrounding communities or who are a ... [More]
Care Connections of Halton Hills		Care Connections of Halton Hills	Halton Hills	Community hub of service agencies collaborating to offer easier access to integrated health and social services and maximize the client-centred care experience for Halton Hills residents Participating ... [More]
Catholic Family Services of Hamilton, Dundas - 56 Governor's Rd - Hamilton/Halton Gatekeepers Program, Hamilton/Halton Gatekeepers Program		Catholic Family Services of Hamilton, Dundas - 56 Governor's Rd - Hamilton/Halton Gatekeepers Program, Hamilton/Halton Gatekeepers Program	Dundas	Works in conjunction with health and social service community partners, to identify seniors living in severe self-neglect, known as “Diogenes Syndrome”. This service is intended to increase access to ... [More]
CATIE (Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange)		CATIE (Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange)	Toronto Downtown Central	Free, confidential source of information related to the prevention, treatment, care and support for people living with and vulnerable to HIV and hepatitis C * information provided through an inquiry s ... [More]
Central Registry - Mississauga Halton LHIN, Food Support Programs		Central Registry - Mississauga Halton LHIN, Food Support Programs	Oakville	Centralized intake to connect to local food delivery programs and resources Meals on Wheels:  Offers menu of choices to suit everyone's dietary needs * hot or frozen meals delivered by volunteers ... [More]
Centre for Education & Training, Oakville Location, Newcomer Information Centre		Centre for Education & Training, Oakville Location, Newcomer Information Centre	Oakville	* information and referral to community and government programs and services * information sessions for newcomers and internationally trained professionals by external guest speakers * free Commission ... [More]
Centre for Skills Development		Centre for Skills Development	Burlington	Personal workforce development services and specialized education programs include: Employment Services * include a range of career and employment-related programs and services, most of which are offe ... [More]
Centre for Skills Development, Burlington - Appleby Line, English as a Second Language and Immigrant Services		Centre for Skills Development, Burlington - Appleby Line, English as a Second Language and Immigrant Services	Burlington	The Settlement program (formerly Immigrant and Settlement and Adaptation Program) provides services to enable immigrants and refugees to integrate into Canadian society. They include orientation progr ... [More]
Centre for Skills Development, Burlington - South Service Rd, English as a Second Language and Immigrant Services		Centre for Skills Development, Burlington - South Service Rd, English as a Second Language and Immigrant Services	Burlington	Settlement program (formerly Immigrant and Settlement and Adaptation Program): * services to enable immigrants and refugees to integrate into Canadian society including orientation programs, language ... [More]
Centre for Skills Development, Milton - 550 Ontario St S, English as a Second Language and Immigrant Services		Centre for Skills Development, Milton - 550 Ontario St S, English as a Second Language and Immigrant Services	Milton	The Settlement program (formerly Immigrant and Settlement and Adaptation Program) provides services to enable immigrants and refugees to integrate into Canadian society. They include orientation progr ... [More]
Centre for Skills Development, Oakville - Abbeywood Dr, English as a Second Language and Immigrant Services		Centre for Skills Development, Oakville - Abbeywood Dr, English as a Second Language and Immigrant Services	Oakville	The Settlement program (formerly Immigrant and Settlement and Adaptation Program) provides services to enable immigrants and refugees to integrate into Canadian society. They include orientation progr ... [More]
Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development		Centre of Excellence for Early Childhood Development	Montréal	Identifies and disseminates the best scientific and international knowledge on the social and emotional development of young children, encourages leading-edge research, provides governments and servic ... [More]
Chinese Association of Mississauga		Chinese Association of Mississauga	Mississauga	Information and referral to community services Settlement information for immigrants and refugees (including GARs) * orientation sessions * job search help * housing help * information about health an ... [More]
CNIB, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Hamilton East - West Region		CNIB, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Hamilton East - West Region	Hamilton East	Provides community-based support, knowledge and a national voice to ensure Canadians who are blind or partially sighted have the confidence, skills and opportunities to fully participate in life. Visi ... [More]
Community Information Partners Peel Database, Online Service		Community Information Partners Peel Database, Online Service	Mississauga	Information on social, health, community and government services available in Peel Region * resources in early learning and child care, special needs services and French language services
ConnexOntario		ConnexOntario	London	Provides free and confidential health services information and referral for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental illness or gambling * helpline available Services and Programs: ... [More]
ConnexOntario, Helpline		ConnexOntario, Helpline	London	Telephone service providing confidential information about addiction, mental health and problem gambling resources in Ontario, including how to access them Web chat with information and referral speci ... [More]
ConnexOntario, mindyourmind		ConnexOntario, mindyourmind	London	Youth mental health and engagement program that works in partnership with youth, emerging adults and the professionals who serve them to co-develop innovative tools and resources * resources are desig ... [More]
Covenant House Toronto		Covenant House Toronto	Toronto Downtown Central	Crisis intervention centre * residential, non-residential and community support services * education * pastoral ministry * runaway prevention program * day program * community youth meal programs Comm ... [More]
Deaf Literacy Initiative		Deaf Literacy Initiative	Georgetown	Literacy and Basic skills Regional support organization for adult literacy programs * professional development * public awareness and community education * promotion of action on literacy * training ... [More]
Developmental Services Ontario Central West Region, Halton Office - Milton		Developmental Services Ontario Central West Region, Halton Office - Milton	Milton	The Halton office is the contact point for families/individuals who are interested in accessing: * residential services and supports * caregiver respite * community participation supports (with social ... [More]
Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area		Ethiopian Association in the Greater Toronto Area	Toronto Downtown East	Reception, information and referral for the community HIV/AIDS Prevention and Education Community Program -- one-on-one HIV/AIDS and STI (sexually transmitted infections) education * youth volunteer t ... [More]
Family Supports Institute Ontario		Family Supports Institute Ontario	Toronto Downtown West	Information and referral on family resource programs * consultation to individual programs * assistance in starting programs * professional development and training * public education * network develo ... [More]
Fem'aide : Francophone helpline for women affected by violence		Fem'aide : Francophone helpline for women affected by violence	Ontario	Crisis intervention, support and referral to community agencies * educational workshops * confidential calls
Findhelp Information Services		Findhelp Information Services	Toronto Downtown North	Comprehensive information and referral services * 211 and contact centre services * website and database development * consultation and training * partnership and standards development Customer Servic ... [More]
First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Helpline, Telephone and On-line Chat Services, Mental Health Helpline and On-line Chat Counselling Services		First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Helpline, Telephone and On-line Chat Services, Mental Health Helpline and On-line Chat Counselling Services	Ontario	* Operates a mental health telephone helpline for Indigenous people * Provides on-line chat counselling * Provides immediate, culturally relevant crisis counselling support * Refers callers to additi ... [More]
FrancoQueer		FrancoQueer	Toronto Downtown Central	Information and referral Carrefour des Immigrants FrancoQueer (CIF) -- settlement and integration services for francophone LGBTQIA newcomers * Information and orientation workshops -- information, dis ... [More]
Georgetown and District Ministerial Association, No Physical Address, Community Unity Halton Hills		Georgetown and District Ministerial Association, No Physical Address, Community Unity Halton Hills	Halton Hills	The Georgetown and District Ministerial Association operates Community Unity Halton Hills, a combined effort of Georgetown churches to assist families in need whatever their beliefs. Community Unity p ... [More]
Good Shepherd Centres, Transitional Housing and Support Program		Good Shepherd Centres, Transitional Housing and Support Program	Hamilton West	A program for women (and their children) who are survivors of violence and abuse, support workers will assist women in accessing services required to establish violence and abuse-free lives in their c ... [More]
Good2Talk		Good2Talk	Toronto Downtown Central	Telephone counselling * mental health and addiction information, professional counselling, and referral on a wide range of services on and off campus * anonymous and confidential Partnership of Kids H ... [More]
Halton Children's Aid Society, Burlington Office		Halton Children's Aid Society, Burlington Office	Burlington	Services include: Child protection * mandated by the Child, Youth and Family Services Act to protect children from abuse and neglect * provide emergency after hours service for children/youth who are ... [More]
Halton Children's Aid Society, Milton Office		Halton Children's Aid Society, Milton Office	Milton	A non-profit agency responsible for the safety and protection of children, mandated by the Child and Family Services Act. Services include: Child protection * mandated by the Child and Family Services ... [More]
Halton Information Providers, Oakville Public Library		Halton Information Providers, Oakville Public Library	Oakville	The primary purpose of each centre is to: * provide free and confidential information to connect people to the social and community services and programs available in Halton * jointly maintain the pub ... [More]
Halton Regional Police Service, Victim Services Unit		Halton Regional Police Service, Victim Services Unit	Oakville	This unit provides emotional support and community referrals to victims of crime and tragedy throughout Halton Region. * volunteers are equipped to respond to crisis situations and are available 24 ho ... [More]
Halton. Halton Region Health Department, HaltonParents/Family Health Information Line		Halton. Halton Region Health Department, HaltonParents/Family Health Information Line	Oakville	Connect directly with a Public Health Nurse or Child Development Staff about any health issue from thinking about pregnancy to raising teenagers: * teen behaviour and communication * child and youth h ... [More]
Hamilton General Hospital, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Care Centre (SA/DVCC)		Hamilton General Hospital, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Care Centre (SA/DVCC)	Hamilton Central	Provides specialized healthcare for adolescents, women, individuals who are transgender, and men who have experienced sexual assault and/or domestic violence.
Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Local Health Integration Network, Burlington - Elizabeth St, Home and Community Care		Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant Local Health Integration Network, Burlington - Elizabeth St, Home and Community Care	Burlington	Plan, integrate, and fund local health care * deliver and coordinate health care support at home, at school, or in the community * care coordinators work with people in the community or leaving hospit ... [More]
Hamilton Regional Indian Centre, Hamilton East - 34 Ottawa St		Hamilton Regional Indian Centre, Hamilton East - 34 Ottawa St	Hamilton East	Provides culturally sensitive programs and services for the betterment of the local Native population. Programs include: * Aboriginal Alternative Secondary School Program (ASSP) * Strengthening Hamilt ... [More]
Hemophilia Ontario, No Physical Address, Hemophilia Ontario Central West Region		Hemophilia Ontario, No Physical Address, Hemophilia Ontario Central West Region	Hamilton Central	Provides programs and services to improve the health and quality of life of all people with inherited bleeding disorders, and supports work to discover cures. A national voluntary health charity.
HMC Connections, Burlington Office		HMC Connections, Burlington Office	Burlington	Community Settlement program provides services to enable newcomers to integrate into Canadian society through the delivery of orientation programs, citizenship workshops, language and skills training ... [More]
HMC Connections, Milton Office		HMC Connections, Milton Office	Milton	Services offered: Counselling and settlement services * Assistance with basic needs * Information about getting Health Card and Social Insurance Number * Help in finding affordable housing and financi ... [More]
HMC Connections, North Oakville Office		HMC Connections, North Oakville Office	Oakville	Helps newcomers settle and integrate into a community that is welcoming and inclusive Programs include: * Settlement Services * Employment Supports * Community Connections * Language Instruction for N ... [More]
HMC Connections, Settlement Services		HMC Connections, Settlement Services	Oakville	The program offers assistance in accessing a wide range of settlement services including: * orientation programs, language and skills training to help facilitate employment and programs to welcome new ... [More]
How to Find - Indigenous Resources, Halton		How to Find - Indigenous Resources, Halton	Halton Region	Listed below are resources available to indigenous people living in Halton: 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations Aboriginal Legal Services Assembly of First Nations Canada Mortgage and Housing: First ... [More]
How to Find - Newcomer to Canada (Immigrant / Refugee) Services, Halton		How to Find - Newcomer to Canada (Immigrant / Refugee) Services, Halton	Halton Region	This listing gives an overview of services to assist newcomers to Canada, and is an index to related listings in this directory INFORMATION AND REFERRAL FOR NEWCOMERS 1. Halton Newcomer Portal www.wel ... [More]
Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada. Central Region		Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada. Central Region	Toronto Downtown Central	Refugee Protection Division -- panel determines refugee claims * claimants may be represented by legal counsel * if determined eligible by Canada Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada or Canad ... [More]
INCommunities, 211 Central South Region Contact Centre		INCommunities, 211 Central South Region Contact Centre	St Catharines	Confidential information and referral service * trained specialists assess caller needs and offer referral and advocacy to assist persons in accessing appropriate health, social, government, community ... [More]
Indus Community Services, Mississauga Head Office - Hurontario Suite 206, Family Services		Indus Community Services, Mississauga Head Office - Hurontario Suite 206, Family Services	Mississauga	Family Services Child, Youth and Parenting Supportive counselling for parents and families dealing with cultural and inter-generational conflict * provides positive parenting strategies and helps fami ... [More]
Information Burlington, Burlington Public Library, Central Branch		Information Burlington, Burlington Public Library, Central Branch	Burlington	A free service of the Burlington Public Library that provides personalized, confidential information and referral about human and community services available for seniors, adults, youth and children r ... [More]
Information Halton Hills, Halton Hills Public Library		Information Halton Hills, Halton Hills Public Library	Halton Hills	Major Services: * operates a free and confidential telephone information and referral service providing individuals and organizations with current information on services available for residents of Ha ... [More]
Information Milton, Milton Public Library - Beaty Branch		Information Milton, Milton Public Library - Beaty Branch	Milton	One of the five Halton Information Providers that maintain the Halton Community Services Directory of community services and organizations * brochures for community services are available at both Milt ... [More]
Information Oakville, Oakville Central Library		Information Oakville, Oakville Central Library	Oakville	Major Services: * operates a free and confidential telephone information and referral service providing individuals and organizations with current information on services available for Oakville reside ... [More]
International Railroad for Queer Refugees		International Railroad for Queer Refugees	Toronto Downtown Central	Support to refugee claimants in Canada and abroad * legal, crisis intervention and emotional support * weekly support group * Network of Iranian Queer HIV/AIDS Program, info@niqha.net -- education and ... [More]
Interval House of Hamilton		Interval House of Hamilton	Hamilton Mountain West	A transition house and emergency shelter specifically for abused women and their children. All services are confidential and include meals, emergency clothing, personal needs, counselling services. Fr ... [More]
Interval House of Hamilton, Waterdown - 17 Main St, Flamborough Women's Resource Centre		Interval House of Hamilton, Waterdown - 17 Main St, Flamborough Women's Resource Centre	Waterdown	Provides support services for women including information and referrals, individual counselling, legal advocacy and support, women's groups, transitional support for abuse, employment counseling, and ... [More]
Iranian Women's Organization of Ontario		Iranian Women's Organization of Ontario	North York East	Settlement services for Farsi speakers * support group * counselling * information and referral * English conversation class * seniors program * quarterly women's mobile health clinic, by appointment ... [More]
John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area, Community Services		John Howard Society of Hamilton, Burlington & Area, Community Services	Hamilton East	Promotes and fosters a safer and healthier community through the provision of a continuum of community based services. Programs include: Community Education Program Crisis Intervention and Reintegrati ... [More]
John Howard Society of Peel, Halton and Dufferin, Milton Office, Community Services		John Howard Society of Peel, Halton and Dufferin, Milton Office, Community Services	Milton	Staff assist individuals experiencing employment, mental health, addiction, relationship, parenting or self management problems through direct service or referrals to appropriate agencies. Services in ... [More]
Juravinski Hospital, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Care Centre		Juravinski Hospital, Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Care Centre	Hamilton Mountain East	Provides specialized healthcare for adolescents, women, individuals who are transgender, and men who have experienced sexual assault and/or domestic violence. Hospital staff will not report to the pol ... [More]
Kidney Foundation of Canada, Ontario Branch		Kidney Foundation of Canada, Ontario Branch	Mississauga	Through a network of chapters, units and community groups, provides kidney patients and their families with education and emotional support KIDNEY CONNECT Peer Support program * online patient discuss ... [More]
Kids Help Phone		Kids Help Phone	Toronto Downtown Central	Telephone, text and online (live chat) counselling, information and referral on a wide range of topics * anonymous and confidential * chat available through computer devices (desktop, laptop, tablet), ... [More]
Labour Community Services of Peel		Labour Community Services of Peel	Brampton	Helps individuals access their employment rights, human rights, income benefits and government programs like EI, WSIB, CPP, ODSP and OW Protection provided through issue identification, early interven ... [More]
Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line		Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line	Toronto Downtown Central	Peer support by telephone, email, text and instant messaging (chat) * information and referral * anonymous and confidential * Youth Line Blog * referral database of LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans) yout ... [More]
LifeLine Canada Foundation (The), No physical address		LifeLine Canada Foundation (The), No physical address	British Columbia	Non-profit organization committed to positive mental health and suicide prevention in Canada and Worldwide. The website acts as a portal through which an extensive amount of support, guidance, interve ... [More]
Links2Care, Acton, Community Social Services Programs		Links2Care, Acton, Community Social Services Programs	Acton	A charitable, not-for-profit, multi-service agency whose services help adults with permanent disabilities and seniors live independently and safely in their homes * volunteer opportunities available C ... [More]
Links2Care, Oakville, Community Social Services Programs		Links2Care, Oakville, Community Social Services Programs	Oakville	A charitable, not for profit, multi-service agency whose services help adults with a permanent disability and older adults live independently and safely in their homes * volunteer opportunities availa ... [More]
Links2Care, Oakville, Community Navigation		Links2Care, Oakville, Community Navigation	Oakville	Provides support for older adults or adults with disabilities who may be at risk due to a critical or impending change in their life situation such as an upcoming eviction, facing homelessness, loss o ... [More]
Métis Nation of Ontario, Ottawa - Slater St		Métis Nation of Ontario, Ottawa - Slater St	Ottawa	Support and development of self-government institutions of Métis people Variety of services offered for the following areas: healing and wellness, education, labour market development, housing, Duty t ... [More]
Métis Nation of Ontario, Ottawa - Slater St, Healing and Wellness Branch - Victim Services Program		Métis Nation of Ontario, Ottawa - Slater St, Healing and Wellness Branch - Victim Services Program	Ottawa	Culturally relevant victim services * advocacy * access to cultural supports and community groups and circles to support healing * referrals to relevant community agencies and programs, and to psychia ... [More]
Missing Children Society of Canada		Missing Children Society of Canada	Calgary	* supports all families of missing and abducted children * has an in-house team of former police investigators who work with federal and municipal police departments as well as international police in ... [More]
Mississauga Halton Central Intake Program		Mississauga Halton Central Intake Program	Oakville	Central location that receives, triages, and directs referrals to Diabetes Education Programs (DEPs), foot care services, addictions and mental health services through one-Link, and Hip & Knee Rap ... [More]
Mississauga Halton Central Intake Program, Hip and Knee Rapid Access Clinics		Mississauga Halton Central Intake Program, Hip and Knee Rapid Access Clinics	Oakville	Central intake for patients with moderate to severe hip, knee arthritis * provides patients with an assessment by an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) within 4 weeks of when the completed referral is r ... [More]
Mississauga Halton Central Intake Program, Low Back Pain Rapid Access Clinics		Mississauga Halton Central Intake Program, Low Back Pain Rapid Access Clinics	Oakville	Central intake for patients with low back pain * provides patients with an assessment by an Advanced Practice Provider within 4 weeks of when the completed referral is received by the Central Intake P ... [More]
Mississauga Halton Central Intake Program, one-Link - Addictions and Mental Health Services Referral		Mississauga Halton Central Intake Program, one-Link - Addictions and Mental Health Services Referral	Oakville	A single point of access for referrals to 10 Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network funded Addiction and Mental Health Service Providers: * ADAPT (Halton Alcohol Drug and Gambli ... [More]
Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network, Milton Office, Home and Community Care		Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network, Milton Office, Home and Community Care	Milton	Access to health care support at home, at school or in the community * care coordinators work with people in the community or leaving hospital to determine what help is needed and arrange for care * c ... [More]
Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) - Home and Community Care, Etobicoke Office		Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) - Home and Community Care, Etobicoke Office	Etobicoke Central	Arranges in-home or school-based health and social services, and placement in long term care homes * service coordination * information and referral for related community services In-home services -- ... [More]
Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) - Home and Community Care, Mississauga Office		Mississauga Halton Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) - Home and Community Care, Mississauga Office	Mississauga	Arranges in-home or school-based health and social services, and placement in long term care homes * service coordination * information and referral for related community services In-home services -- ... [More]
Mississauga Halton Palliative Care Network		Mississauga Halton Palliative Care Network	Mississauga	The Mississauga Halton Palliative Care Network provides patients and their caregivers with access to local information, support services and resources for palliative care assistance Palliative care is ... [More]
Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Social and Health Services		Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Social and Health Services	New Credit	Disease prevention and health promotion * providing a wide range of health and social services to the community Programs offered: Home support/long term care * personal support, light housekeeping and ... [More]
Muscular Dystrophy Canada - Ontario and Nunavut Regional Office		Muscular Dystrophy Canada - Ontario and Nunavut Regional Office	Toronto Downtown North	Education and support services to persons who have a neuromuscular disorder and are registered with Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) * information and referrals about the nature and management of neuro ... [More]
Muslim Community Services, Mississauga West		Muslim Community Services, Mississauga West	Mississauga	Offers a wide range of services and learning opportunities to newcomers to facilitate their settlement and integration into Canada Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) i ... [More]
National Eating Disorder Information Centre		National Eating Disorder Information Centre	Toronto Downtown Central	National resource for information on eating disorders and weight preoccupation * telephone helpline provides information and referrals to treatment and support * resource library and printed materials ... [More]
Native Canadian Centre of Toronto		Native Canadian Centre of Toronto	Toronto Downtown North	Senior's program -- outreach to Indigenous seniors and people with disabilities * social safety visits and reassurance check * congregate dining * friendly visiting * In-Home personal support -- pers ... [More]
Native Women's Resource Centre of Toronto, Community Programs		Native Women's Resource Centre of Toronto, Community Programs	Toronto Downtown Central	Crisis intervention * information and referral * urban orientation * community outreach * food programs Aboriginal Healthy Babies Healthy Children -- home visits for families with children birth-6 yea ... [More]
Oasis Centre des Femmes, Brampton Satellite Office		Oasis Centre des Femmes, Brampton Satellite Office	Brampton	Abuse issues, sexual assault and incest services -- individual counselling * support and accompaniment * transitional support Awareness and prevention of violence against women -- school and communit ... [More]
Ontario Aboriginal HIV/AIDS Strategy		Ontario Aboriginal HIV/AIDS Strategy	Toronto Downtown North	Advocates for Indigenous Canadians with HIV/AIDS * HIV/AIDS education and training to Indigenous organizations * health promotion and outreach services * referrals and assistance in obtaining services
Ontario Association for Families of Children with Communication Disorders, Woodstock Head Office Location - Mailing Address		Ontario Association for Families of Children with Communication Disorders, Woodstock Head Office Location - Mailing Address	Woodstock	Seeks to provide information, education and support to families of children and youth with communication disorders and with speech and language barriers * chapters are run by parent volunteers and hav ... [More]
Ontario Society of Senior Citizens' Organizations		Ontario Society of Senior Citizens' Organizations	North York Central	Information and referral * counselling * community outreach * computer training programs Public education programs on elder abuse awareness and prevention, loneliness and social isolation, cancer scre ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility		Ontario. Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility	Toronto Downtown Central	Information and referral on a wide range of seniors issues; policy and program development geared to seniors Publishes the free Guide to Programs and Services for Seniors in Ontario , available online ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, Private and International Adoption		Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, Private and International Adoption	Toronto Downtown Central	Information and referral on private, international and other adoptions
Ontario. Ministry of Education		Ontario. Ministry of Education	Toronto Downtown Central	Public Inquiries Office -- information on services and publications * general information on public and private schools Child care services -- see separate entry, Ontario, Ministry of Education, Toro ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of Health, No physical address, Sexual Health Infoline Ontario/The Mainline		Ontario. Ministry of Health, No physical address, Sexual Health Infoline Ontario/The Mainline	Toronto Downtown	Province-wide free anonymous counselling, information and referrals to sexual health clinics and community agencies on HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, birth control options, sexual orientat ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of Health, No physical address, Telehealth Ontario		Ontario. Ministry of Health, No physical address, Telehealth Ontario	Toronto Downtown Central	Free, confidential access to registered nurses trained to help people decide about appropriate options for care * provides health advice or general health information on topics including: * breastfeed ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, Ontario. Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities		Ontario. Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, Ontario. Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities	Toronto Downtown Central	Public Inquiries Office -- information on universities, colleges, and private career colleges * also information on apprenticeship programs, trade certification, and general information on financial ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, Global Experience Ontario		Ontario. Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development, Global Experience Ontario	Toronto Downtown Central	Employment information and resources for regulated non-health professions and skilled trades Information and referrals on licensing and certification, regulatory bodies and registration processes, cre ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Peterborough - Mailing Address, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Information Centre		Ontario. Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Peterborough - Mailing Address, Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry Information Centre	Peterborough	Not a walk-in customer service counter Provides free information by phone, teletype and email to the public about Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry's programs and services. Topics of interest ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General, Support Services for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse Program		Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General, Support Services for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse Program	Ontario	Information and referral to community support services to meet long term needs including crisis and follow-up services Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General, Hamilton Central, Victim/Witness Assistance Program		Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General, Hamilton Central, Victim/Witness Assistance Program	Hamilton Central	Information, assistance and support to increase participation in the criminal court process * case-specific information (court dates, bail conditions) * trial preparation * liaise with Crown Attorneys ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General. Victim Support Line		Ontario. Ministry of the Attorney General. Victim Support Line	Ontario	Victim Support Line -- information and referrals for victims of crime, to supports and services that are available in your community Victim Notification System -- access to information on changes in ... [More]
Ontario. Office of the Worker Adviser, Mississauga Office		Ontario. Office of the Worker Adviser, Mississauga Office	Mississauga	Advocacy * summary advice and representation through all stages of the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board claims process or the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal * information on polic ... [More]
Parkinson Canada		Parkinson Canada	North York	Develops educational material on Parkinson's disease and atypical parkinsonisms, (including continuing professional education programs) working with medical advisory committee * conducts national educ ... [More]
PCHS, Mississauga Head Office		PCHS, Mississauga Head Office	Mississauga	Seniors and high risk seniors services (to assist in aging at home) * health promotion (diabetes education, tobacco prevention, healthy eating, cancer, etc) * domestic violence support and assistance ... [More]
Peel-Halton-Dufferin Adult Learning Network, Literacy and Basic Skills		Peel-Halton-Dufferin Adult Learning Network, Literacy and Basic Skills	Mississauga	Literacy and Basic Skills -- Support organization representing literacy programs * information on and referral to literacy programs * literacy assessments * public awareness and education * resource ... [More]
RedReach, No physical address, web-based		RedReach, No physical address, web-based	Hamilton West	Online job-board specifically for youth employment. It helps match youth to jobs by analyzing their resume and matching them with employment opportunities that fit their past experience. It also allow ... [More]
Salvation Army (The), Wellington / Waterloo / Halton Regions, Correctional and Justice Services		Salvation Army (The), Wellington / Waterloo / Halton Regions, Correctional and Justice Services	Guelph	Services offered in the Provincial Court House, Guelph, include: * client specific and family counselling * court procedure and correctional support * needed clothing or transportation for those relea ... [More]
Scarleteen, No physical address		Scarleteen, No physical address	USA	Independent, grassroots sexuality and relationships education and support organization and website. Services include: * Online static content * Interactive services * Referrals * Outreach * Mentoring ... [More]
Schizophrenia Society of Ontario, Oakville Office		Schizophrenia Society of Ontario, Oakville Office	Oakville	Offers family support and education to families and friends of those living with schizophrenia in the community Services include: * confidential small group meetings (group called IDEAS) held monthly ... [More]
Schizophrenia Society of Ontario, Online and Telephone Service, Ask the Expert		Schizophrenia Society of Ontario, Online and Telephone Service, Ask the Expert	Hamilton	Assists individuals and families living with schizophrenia and psychosis across Ontario through web and telephone support. Ask the Expert * trained mental health counselors provide customized, support ... [More]
Sensity Deafblind and Sensory Support Network of Canada, Paris - Main St, Headquarters		Sensity Deafblind and Sensory Support Network of Canada, Paris - Main St, Headquarters	Paris	Headquarters centrally located in Paris, Ontario with program locations across the province Delivers meaningful experiences for people who are deafblind, so they are empowered to make their own choice ... [More]
Serena Canada		Serena Canada	Ottawa	Fertility awareness and family-planning information * natural family planning * promotes an understanding of fertility using the symptothermal test for ovulation * helps people trying to achieve a pre ... [More]
Service Canada, Guelph, Service Canada Centre		Service Canada, Guelph, Service Canada Centre	Guelph	Programs and services include * Internet access * labour market information * information and referral on Employment Insurance, Social Insurance Numbers, Canada Pension Plan, CPP Disability, CPP Survi ... [More]
Service Canada, Canada. Service Canada		Service Canada, Canada. Service Canada	Ontario	One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services * labour market information * information and referral on Employment Insurance, Social Insurance Numbers, Canada Pension Pla ... [More]
Service Canada, Oakville Centre		Service Canada, Oakville Centre	Oakville	One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services includes: All Canadians * apprenticeship grants * benefits finder * job bank * labour market information * passport applicat ... [More]
Service Canada, Burlington Centre		Service Canada, Burlington Centre	Burlington	One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services includes: All Canadians * apprenticeship grants * benefits finder * job bank * labour market information * passport applicat ... [More]
Service Canada, Georgetown Centre		Service Canada, Georgetown Centre	Georgetown	One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services includes: All Canadians * apprenticeship grants * benefits finder * job bank * labour market information * passport applicat ... [More]
Service Canada, Milton Centre		Service Canada, Milton Centre	Milton	One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services includes: All Canadians * apprenticeship grants * benefits finder * job bank * labour market information * passport applicat ... [More]
Service Canada, Mississauga Service Canada Centre		Service Canada, Mississauga Service Canada Centre	Mississauga	One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services * labour market information * information and referral on Employment Insurance, Social Insurance Numbers, Canada Pension Pla ... [More]
Service Canada, Waterdown - Flamborough Location		Service Canada, Waterdown - Flamborough Location	Waterdown	One-stop service delivery for a wide range of federal programs and services. Internet access and assistance locating and applying for government programs including Employment Insurance, Social Insuran ... [More]
Silent Voice Canada		Silent Voice Canada	Toronto Downtown North	American Sign Language instruction for families with a deaf member * sign language summer day camp for deaf children and hearing children with a deaf family member * recreation program for deaf childr ... [More]
Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, Hamilton Area Office		Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, Hamilton Area Office	Hamilton Central	Assist persons with spinal cord injuries (SCI) and other physical disabilities to achieve independence, self-reliance and full community participation.
Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, Mississauga Halton, Service and Advocacy		Spinal Cord Injury Ontario, Mississauga Halton, Service and Advocacy	North York Central	Assists people with spinal cord injury (injuries) and other physical disabilities achieve independence, self-reliance and community participation  * Information Services  - Information on to ... [More]
St. Joseph's Home Care, Falls Prevention Safety at Home		St. Joseph's Home Care, Falls Prevention Safety at Home	Hamilton Mountain Central	Provides home assessments and recommendations at no cost to help seniors remain safe and independent in their homes, and falls prevention education program to seniors and caregivers. Safety at Home (S ... [More]
St. Leonard's Society of Hamilton (The)		St. Leonard's Society of Hamilton (The)	Hamilton Central	Works in and with the community to reduce the effects of crime by assisting in the integration of offenders, and those at risk of offending, in society.
The Halton Resource Connection, Centralized Intake Line		The Halton Resource Connection, Centralized Intake Line	Milton	Centralized Intake line: * supports Licensed Child Care Programs - help to find the right service * provides access to Quality First, Program Support Services Team (PSST), In Centre Support and ErinOa ... [More]
The Halton Resource Connection, Child Care Directory and Information Line		The Halton Resource Connection, Child Care Directory and Information Line	Milton	A service of The Halton Resource Connection (THRC), a non profit organization operated in partnership with Milton Community Resource Centre and Halton Region. CCDIL will assist families in locating li ... [More]
Threads of Life - Association for Workplace Tragedy Family Support		Threads of Life - Association for Workplace Tragedy Family Support	London	Charity that helps families affected by a workplace fatality, life-altering injury or occupational disease * speaker's bureau * resources and information * forums for family members * peer support gro ... [More]
Toronto Military Family Resource Centre		Toronto Military Family Resource Centre	North York West	Information and referral * community integration * counselling and crisis support * stress management * deployment support * personal development including second language training and employment assi ... [More]
Tourette Canada, Hamilton, Halton and Niagara Region Chapter		Tourette Canada, Hamilton, Halton and Niagara Region Chapter	Burlington	A volunteer organization dedicated to helping individuals with Tourette Syndrome, their families and other interested parties by gathering and distributing information, promoting local self-help and p ... [More]
Tourette Canada		Tourette Canada	Mississauga	Charitable organization for individuals with Tourette Syndrome and their families * information, referral and resources * online or group support for patients and families * public outreach includes: ... [More]
Welcome to Oakville		Welcome to Oakville	Oakville	Arts and History Oakville Centre for the Performing Arts Oakville Galleries Theatre Sheridan Oakville Museum Oakville Historical Society Bronte Historical Society Trafalgar Township Historical Societ ... [More]
Wellwood, Juravinski House		Wellwood, Juravinski House	Hamilton Mountain West	A community-based resource centre providing free supportive care programs that answer the informational, emotional and spiritual needs of people living with cancer or caring for someone with cancer. P ... [More]
Wellwood, Juravinski Hospital, O'Connor-O'Connell Family Cancer Support Centre		Wellwood, Juravinski Hospital, O'Connor-O'Connell Family Cancer Support Centre	Hamilton Mountain Central	Provides information, programs, and peer support to people who have received a diagnosis of cancer, and their loved ones, caregivers, and healthcare providers. Programs include: Gynecological Cancer S ... [More]
YMCA of Greater Toronto, Next Stop Canada Pre-Arrival Settlement Services		YMCA of Greater Toronto, Next Stop Canada Pre-Arrival Settlement Services	Toronto Downtown North	Next Stop Canada -- online pre-arrival settlement information and orientation about life in Canada * referrals to pre- and post-arrival services * information on topics such as settlement, education, ... [More]