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As the most established and extensive community #mentalhealth organization in Canada, the Canadian Mental Health Association promotes mental health for all and supports the resilience and recovery of those experiencing mental illness. CMHA envisions a Canada where mental health is a universal human right. En tant qu’organisme communautaire du secteur de la #santémentale le plus vaste et le mieux établi au Canada, l’ACSM fait la promotion de la santé mentale pour tous et toutes et soutient la résilience et le rétablissement des personnes qui ont un trouble mental. Notre vision est celle d’un Canada où la santé mentale est un droit universel de la personne.

Everyone deserves a chance to shine. That’s why the YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to promoting equity and boosting well-being across the GTA — but as a charity, we don’t do it alone. When many think of the Y, a charity may not be the first thing that comes to mind — but our ability to ignite the potential in people and spark change for the better is only made possible by the loyalty of our participants, the generosity of our donors, and the dedication of our volunteers and staff. Thanks to the breadth, quality, and inclusive nature of the services and programs we offer across our network of 500+ locations in the GTA, we attract a diverse and dynamic mix of participants and will never turn anyone away due to their financial circumstances. Many participate for life and many more choose to give back when they have the means, so that others can benefit from experiences like their own — experiences that can only be found at the Y. Our focus on well-being means we help people thrive not only physically, but mentally and socially as well. We offer volunteering opportunities; safe spaces for teens; child care; camps; career guidance; employment services; support for immigrants; and a range of other services essential for individuals and communities to shine their brightest. No matter your needs or stage of life, when you join the Y community, you get to be part of something special. Over our 170-year history, we’ve adapted to meet our communities’ most urgent needs. Today, these needs include mental health supports, affordable housing, accessible child care, help navigating our precarious labour market, and community for isolated older adults. By offering a safe destination where anyone can grow, lead, and give back, the Y has become both a beacon of inspiration and a trusted anchor of support driven by our knowledgeable, friendly, and caring volunteers and staff.

Kids Help Phone (KHP) is Canada’s only free, national, 24/7, multilingual and confidential e-mental health service for youth to get help and Feel Out Loud. Kids Help Phone Foundation inspires generosity and raises funds across Canada to deliver on KHP’s promise to youth. Together, KHP and KHP Foundation unlock the hope young people need to thrive in their world by scaling access to support, advancing equity and accelerating innovation so youth can always Feel Out Loud and get trustworthy help for any feeling or issue, big or small. Help means everything at KidsHelpPhone.ca. If you’re seeking wellness support, you can contact KHP any time, day or night. Text 686868. Call 1-800-668-6868. Visit KidsHelpPhone.ca. For urgent help in cases of immediate danger, you can contact 911 or the emergency / community services nearest your area right away.