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.
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 and 24 years of age and need help, please reach out to us and we will connect you with the right program or support service that suits your needs.
Call: 905-238-1383 (press 0)
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
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…
