SUPPORTS
The Family Camera Network team & its partner institutions cannot officially endorse these services or institutions, but we are happy to provide you with information about the support that is available. Use the links to access more information on each agency or service (each link opens a new window). Please be advised that some of the information here may change. Many of these services and institutions are based in Toronto and/or Ontario. If you are participating in this project and would like help finding resources in your area, please contact us.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORTS
CRISIS SERVICES (Toronto & Surrounding Area)
Toronto Police Mobile Crisis Intervention Teams – Toronto Police Services
Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Care Centre – Women’s College Hospital for women, men, and trans people who are victims/survivors of sexual assault and domestic/intimate partner violence
WALK-IN COUNSELLING CENTRES (Toronto)
Family Service Toronto for people 18+ years of age
East Metro Youth Services for children & youth up to age 24
Oolagen for youth 13-18 & their families
Youthlink for ages 12-21
DISTRESS LINES
Good2Talk for post-secondary students
Kids Help Phone for youth up to 20 years of age
Your Life Counts (Online Support)
INFORMATION & SUPPORT LINES (Ontario)
SUPPORTS FOR IMMIGRANTS & NEWCOMERS
Banner Image (top of page): Albums collected at the Royal Ontario Museum (J. Orpana, 2016).