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Provides a spiritual home for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities and for all who choose to join and practice of the gospel of Jesus Christ in worship, prayer, social action, education, fellowship
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COVID19 Office closed for in-person service; virtual access available for counselling and support groups, and telephone counselling also available; call, email or visit JACS website for information
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Individual, group and family counselling services for substance abuse issues, including case management, confidential telephone information and treatment referrals, counselling for teens in crisis, and support groups
Sex and love addiction virtual intensive outpatient program for people who identify as men
Support Groups
Variety of self help groups, including 12 step meetings (see website for daily schedule)
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Individual, group and family counselling services for substance abuse issues, including case management, confidential telephone information and treatment referrals, counselling for teens in crisis, and support groups
- annual recovery retreat
- resource centre for addiction education, awareness and recovery
- outreach to schools, camps, youth groups
Sex and love addiction virtual intensive outpatient program for people who identify as men
Support Groups
Variety of self help groups, including 12 step meetings (see website for daily schedule)
- Couples in Recovery
- Fostering Wellness
- Guided Meditation
- Here to Help
- Men's Support Group
- Orthodox Women's Support Group
- Rainbow Group
- Time for a Change
- Women's Support Group
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A collective voice for immigrant serving agencies and to coordinate response to shared needs and concerns
Positive Spaces Initiative, www.positivespaces.ca -- website with information and resources to help agencies better serve LGBTQIA+ newcomers (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, two-spirit, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, pansexual, genderqueer)
Accessibility Initiative (AI), www.ocasi.org/accessibility-workshops -- training for settlement sector employees to better serve immigrants with disabilities
Allies in Refugee Integration (ARI), ocasi.org/allies-refugee-integration - aims to increase and strengthen collaboration between settlement service providers and refugee sponsorship groups in Ontario
SettleNet.org, settlenet.org/ -- bilingual National Settlement Sector Community of Practice (CoP) where settlement sector staff, leaders and those in related fields can learn, share, connect and collaborate
- advisory and resource body for community service agencies, government and other stakeholders in regard to matters of immigrant services
- stimulates and conducts research for the sector
- information exchange among member agencies
Positive Spaces Initiative, www.positivespaces.ca -- website with information and resources to help agencies better serve LGBTQIA+ newcomers (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, two-spirit, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, pansexual, genderqueer)
Accessibility Initiative (AI), www.ocasi.org/accessibility-workshops -- training for settlement sector employees to better serve immigrants with disabilities
Allies in Refugee Integration (ARI), ocasi.org/allies-refugee-integration - aims to increase and strengthen collaboration between settlement service providers and refugee sponsorship groups in Ontario
SettleNet.org, settlenet.org/ -- bilingual National Settlement Sector Community of Practice (CoP) where settlement sector staff, leaders and those in related fields can learn, share, connect and collaborate
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CAMH Support and Information Services
Office: 416-535-8501 press 2Toll Free: 1-800-463-2338
Crisis: 416-535-8501 ext 36885
Office: 416-599-1448
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COVID19 For information on masking, safety measures, and specific programs and services, call 416-535-8501 or visit CAMH website
Mental health and addiction assessment and treatment hospital, including education, training and research
Clinical and community-based programs (visit website for full listing of programs, services and locations):
Addiction Medicine Service
Client/Patient Relations, 416-535-8501 ext 32028
Family Resource Centre, 416-535-8501 ext 33202
Patient and Family Learning Space (PFLS)
Information on CAMH programs and community-based services; access to mental health, addiction and recovery resources, pamphlets, books, guides, memoirs, workshops, webinars and clinics; visit online event calendar
Information Centre, 416-535-8501 press 1, Ontario only 1-800-463-6273 (English; French), info@camh.ca
Library, 416-535-8501 ext 36991, library@camh.ca
Mental health and addiction assessment and treatment hospital, including education, training and research
Clinical and community-based programs (visit website for full listing of programs, services and locations):
Addiction Medicine Service
- assessment, pharmacotherapy for substance dependence
- maintenance therapies
- concomitant pain and addiction treatment
- contact COMPASS 416-535-8501 ext 36019 (see separate listing)
- outpatient program includes integrated concurrent treatment
- General Education Development (GED), recovery and family programs * psychiatrist referral required
- comprehensive assessment for individuals seeking hormone treatment and/or sex reassignment surgery
- assessment wait-time approximately 10 months
- outpatient assessment, treatment and follow-up for mood and anxiety disorders, trauma and addictions
Client/Patient Relations, 416-535-8501 ext 32028
Family Resource Centre, 416-535-8501 ext 33202
Patient and Family Learning Space (PFLS)
Information on CAMH programs and community-based services; access to mental health, addiction and recovery resources, pamphlets, books, guides, memoirs, workshops, webinars and clinics; visit online event calendar
Information Centre, 416-535-8501 press 1, Ontario only 1-800-463-6273 (English; French), info@camh.ca
Library, 416-535-8501 ext 36991, library@camh.ca
- access by appointment only
- information or requests by telephone or email available
- online mental health and addiction resource, includes information, tools, toolkits, videos and podcasts
- hosts partner websites
- education and support for 8 regional offices
- clinical outreach services include Ontario Psychiatric Outreach Program (OPOP), 416-535-8501 ext 32157 and Northern Psychiatric Outreach Program (NPOP-C), 416-535-8501 ext 34484
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Sexual Health Infoline Ontario / The Mainline
Sexual Health Infoline Ontario: 1-800-668-2437 The Mainline: 1-800-686-7544
416-392-2437
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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 orientation and gender issues
The Mainline - Telephone information about harm reduction, injection drug use and needle exchange programs
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Carrefour des Immigrants FrancoQueer (CIF)
- settlement and integration services
- information, orientation and reference
- information and orientation workshops
- help with refugee application process and follow up
- discussion groups and peer support, including matching with someone already settled
- social integration activities to adapt to Canadian life
- psychosocial support and crisis counselling
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Canada's organization of Roman Catholics who are concerned about the church's sexual theology, particularly as it pertains to gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender persons
Operates local chapters in several Canadian cities where members come together for worship and social activities; our newsletter brings members news and editorials of interest to gay and lesbian Catholics
- collaborates with other Catholic organizations seeking reform in our church's leadership and teachings, and works within and without the Church to promote the full personhood of those who belong to sexual minorities
- believes our loving relationships are intrinsically good, and worthy of recognition as marriage in civil law as well as in the eyes of God
Operates local chapters in several Canadian cities where members come together for worship and social activities; our newsletter brings members news and editorials of interest to gay and lesbian Catholics
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Text and Chat YouthLine
Support: 647-694-4275Office: 416-962-2232
Office: 1-888-687-9688
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COVID19 Peer support by chat and text Mon-Fri, Sun 4 pm-9:30 pm EST, visit YouthLine website for details; not a crisis service
Anonymous, confidential peer support by email, text and chat, on issues of concern to 2SLGBTQ+ youth such as anti-oppression, anti-racism, sex and consent, STIs, HIV, self-care, mental health
Anonymous, confidential peer support by email, text and chat, on issues of concern to 2SLGBTQ+ youth such as anti-oppression, anti-racism, sex and consent, STIs, HIV, self-care, mental health
- information and referral
- referral database of 2SLGBTQ+ youth services
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Website which provides sexual health information and resources that are up-to-date, reliable and youth-oriented
* aims to provide an inclusive, non-judgmental, queer-oriented space where youth can find sexual health information that is applicable and relevant to their lives
* large variety of topics and information, including gender identity and sexual orientation, puberty, consent, and different types of sex
* find out more about sexually transmitted infections, contraception, healthy relationships and self-esteem
* content does not include medical advice
* aims to provide an inclusive, non-judgmental, queer-oriented space where youth can find sexual health information that is applicable and relevant to their lives
* large variety of topics and information, including gender identity and sexual orientation, puberty, consent, and different types of sex
* find out more about sexually transmitted infections, contraception, healthy relationships and self-esteem
* content does not include medical advice
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Promotes diversity in gender identity, gender expression, and romantic and/or sexual orientation through services via:
- education
- advocacy
- workshops and presentations
- professional development
- scholarships
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Programs for children and youth from Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and/or Queer (2SLGBTQ+) identities, families and communities
Camp Ten Oaks: week-long, sleep away summer camp for children and youth 8-17 years old from 2SLGBTQ+ identities, families and communities * two, one week-long sessions run annually with one outside of Kingston, ON and the other outside of London, ON
Camp Lifting Leaves: A weekend sleep away camp for children and youth (aged 12-21) involved with Children's Aid Societies or Indigenous Well Being Agencies, from 2SLGBTQ+ identities, families, and communities
Families in TRANSition: A 10-week program for families of newly out trans and gender diverse young people. Caregivers and youth meet separately to learn how to navigate systems and build community with one another.
Shaping Parenthood: A 2SLGBTQ+ Ottawa Parenting Series: An ongoing series of workshops aiming to empower 2SLGBTQ+ communities in their family planning, providing them with knowledge of systems, practices, and resources available to make a family their way.
Camp Ten Oaks: week-long, sleep away summer camp for children and youth 8-17 years old from 2SLGBTQ+ identities, families and communities * two, one week-long sessions run annually with one outside of Kingston, ON and the other outside of London, ON
Camp Lifting Leaves: A weekend sleep away camp for children and youth (aged 12-21) involved with Children's Aid Societies or Indigenous Well Being Agencies, from 2SLGBTQ+ identities, families, and communities
Families in TRANSition: A 10-week program for families of newly out trans and gender diverse young people. Caregivers and youth meet separately to learn how to navigate systems and build community with one another.
Shaping Parenthood: A 2SLGBTQ+ Ottawa Parenting Series: An ongoing series of workshops aiming to empower 2SLGBTQ+ communities in their family planning, providing them with knowledge of systems, practices, and resources available to make a family their way.
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Coalition advocating for a ban on conversion therapy
- promote awareness around conversion practices in Canada
- advocate for development of legislation against conversion therapy
- researches effects and potential support systems for survivors
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Confidential information and support service for individuals concerned with sexual orientation and gender identity issues
Acts of Homophobia Registry
- service offered through telephone, text, chat, and email
- offers awareness campaigns, conferences and workshops
- volunteer opportunities
Acts of Homophobia Registry
- tool to report a homophobic act
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