How to get help
Whether you just need someone to talk to or have nowhere else to go, we are always here for you. If you are between 16-24 years of age and need help, please reach out to us.
Resources and links
Here are some more resources that may help you in a time of need. Feel free to reach out to the Our Place team with any questions.
Help Lines / Resources:
Canadian Mental Health Association of Peel (CMHA) Quick Guide
905-278-9036
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline
1-833-900-1010
Peel Works – Needle Exchange Program
647-225-1623
Lesbian Gay Bi Trans Youth Line: Telephone and online support, information and referral.
4169629688 or 1-800-268-9688
Peel Regional Police – Vice Unit
905-453-3311 ext. 3555
Youth Drop-in Centers
Eclypse Youth
905-790-7707
The Dam
905-826-6558
Housing
Peel Youth Village – Transitional Housing
905-791-5576
CERA Centre for Equality Rights in Accommodation (Assists people or groups facing discrimination in housing)
1-800-263-1139
Housing / Programs
Peel Works – Needle Exchange Program
647-225-1623
Peel Addiction Assessment and Referral Centre (PARRC)
905-629-1007
Withdrawal Management Centre
905-456-3500
Associated Youth Services of Peel
Canadian Mental Health Association Peel Branch
905-451-2123 or 1-877-451-2123
MOYO Health and Community Services
Telehealth
Registered nurses provide information and referral on health-related issues. No health card required.
1-866-7970000
Financial Aid
Ontario Works: To apply for financial assistance.
Ontario Human Rights Commission
416-3269511 or 1-800-387-9080
Legal Aid Ontario: For eligibility criteria and list of offices.
416-979-1446 or 1-800-668-8258
Outreach Referral
Outreach Referral Form
Birch Place – Transitional Housing Application Form
Transitional Housing Application Form
Workshops
Success Stories
Nothing makes us prouder than knowing we’ve made a difference in a young person’s life. Here are some of the success stories Our Place.
We had a guest staying at the shelter for several months before we were able to find suitable accommodations.…
As a young person struggling with addictions and homelessness for much…
