This is a growing list of local and Ontario-based non-profit resources connected to mental health, housing, food, youth support, Black community care, and advocacy.

It is not complete, but it is a place to begin.

Please contact each organization directly to confirm services, eligibility, location, and availability.

 

Mental Health & Black Community Care

 

Across Boundaries
Mental health and addiction services for racialized and Black communities in the Greater Toronto Area.

Visit Across Boundaries:
https://acrossboundaries.ca/
 

 

AMANI / TAIBU Community Health Centre
Culturally affirming mental health and substance-use support for Black youth across the GTA.

Website:
https://taibuchc.ca/en/amani/
 

 

Wanasah
A non-profit mental health agency serving Black youth and families, especially connected to Regent Park and nearby communities.

Website:
https://wanasah.ca/
 

 

Black Youth Helpline
A non-profit helpline and support service for youth and families.

Website:
https://blackyouth.ca/
 

 

Housing & Shelter Support

 

City of Toronto — Housing & Shelter
Information on emergency shelter, housing services, rental supports, homelessness resources, and affordable housing.

Website:
https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/housing-shelter/
 

 

WoodGreen Community Services
Provides housing, employment, newcomer, youth, senior, and community support services.

Website:
https://www.woodgreen.org/
 

 

Covenant House Toronto
Supports youth who are homeless, trafficked, or at risk.

Website:
https://covenanthousetoronto.ca/
 

 

REST Centres
A Black-led, BIPOC-serving charitable organization focused on youth homelessness in Peel Region.

Website:
https://www.restcentres.org/
 

 

Food & Basic Needs

 

The Stop Community Food Centre
Offers emergency food access and social service programs connected to food insecurity, poverty, and community support.

Website:
https://www.thestop.org/

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Visit The Stop

Toronto Central Healthline — Food Banks Directory
A searchable list of food banks and emergency grocery supports in Toronto Central.

Website:
https://www.torontocentralhealthline.ca/listservices.aspx?id=10572

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Education, Advocacy & Youth Support

 

Parents of Black Children

An Ontario organization focused on supporting Black children, families, and students while addressing anti-Black racism in education.

Website:
https://parentsofblackchildren.org/
 

 

Harriet Tubman Community Organization — Black Youth Mentorship Program
Offers mentorship spaces where Black youth can discuss racism, Islamophobia, homophobia, ableism, and other challenges.

Website:
https://hcci.ca/black-youth-mentorship/
 

 

Closing Note

 

This list will grow as Grandma Knows Best grows.