reachOUT is a creative, inclusive & accessible program for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, two-spirit, gender nonconforming and queer (LGBTTGNCQ) people in the Greater Toronto Area. In particular, we recognize the needs of youth and adults who experience multiple oppressions and work to create spaces with and for people who are traditionally excluded from mainstream services, including people of colour, trans, two-spirit and gender nonconforming people, and disabled people. We are committed to social justice, community building, education and advocacy to increase access, visibility and to strengthen our communities. As part of equitable representation, our staff team reflects the diversity of our queer, trans, two-spirit and gender non-conforming communities with the majority of our team members identifying as Black, Indigenous and people of colour. We offer:
•Individual and family counselling for youth 12-18
•Consultation and training to service providers and external agencies
•Accessible workshops
•Drop-in groups
•Outreach services
•Advocacy
•Arts programming
•Sports and recreational activities

THIS SERVICE IS NON-QUEER, TRANS & LGBTQ SPECIFIC

The Regional Warm Line, a pre-crisis, mental health service, is here to help. Each night, 365 days a year, peer support workers are available to answer your call and support people facing lived experiences of mental health challenges/illness. When you need to talk, give us a call!

The Service Provider Directory lists health and social service providers as well as programs that have expressed a commitment to providing competent and welcoming care to LGBT2SQ people in Ontario. This directory has been created for information purposes only. RHO is not able to screen the service providers listed in this directory and we cannot make any guarantees about the quality of their services. By using the RHO Provider Directory, you agree to our Terms of Use.

This group provides a safe space for youth aged 12 to 25 to connect with other youth of the LGBT2SQ+ community on a monthly basis. Hosted by our Peer Support Workers assisted by a partner clinician, youth can enjoy games, activities and a place to hang out.

*THIS SERVICE IS NOT 2SLGBTQ+ SPECIFIC*

Sexual Assault Centre Kingston is a not-for-profit organization providing free, confidential, non-judgmental support for all survivors 12+ regardless of gender or identity of recent and/or historic sexual violence in Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington (KFL&A) since 1978.

THIS RESOURCE IS NOT 2SLGBTQ SPECIFIC

SACHA supports survivors of sexual assault while working to end violence in our community.

SACHA’s Programs are:
24 Hour Support Line
Counselling and Advocacy
Diverse Communities Outreach
Public Education

Egale offers a variety of workshops to school boards, educators, and students alike! We offer two fully-funded streams for our sessions: Safer Schools and Draw the Line.

Safer school sessions range from understanding the LGBTQI2S acronym, gender fluidity, capacity building, consent, and more. Our Draw the Line workshops focus on transphobia, rape culture, and intersectionality. Our facilitators integrate lecture-style speeches, videos, activities, interactive games and discussion to ensure a well-rounded and in-depth understanding of the content. Egale hopes, through our workshops, to create a more inclusive, safer, and educated community.

Please contact our Safer Schools team at saferschools@egale.ca to book a free workshop for your school today!

Supporting Altnerative Youth (SAY) OutLoud is an alternative youth group that offers a warm, inviting and safe place in the community for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, inter-sex, two spirited, queer, questioning youth and their allies.

It’s a great place for support and to build new friendships and more. Members range in age from 14 to members in their mid twenties. Most are students in or around the Quinte area. So come meet with us on Tuesday evenings and see what you think. Refreshments and snack is provided. Parents are welcome to come support their youth to attend as well.

SAY OutLoud hosts weekly support meetings to discuss life’s challenges and benefits. Through these meetings, lasting friendships have been formed and barriers have been broken down. Some of the activities include, check-in, movies, games, events, group discussions and lots of laughter. We also offer youth a resource to find out about other support services and community events. Dating, relationships, coming out, education, spirituality, homophobia, the future, family, drugs, alcohol, mental health, bullying and AIDS are some of the many issues we continue to discuss.

School’sOUT! has a whole new look! Thanks to grants though Canada Summer Jobs, we have 3 summer employees working with us this summer. Windsor Pride Community will be hosting a series of educational and fun workshops offered to 2SLGBTQIA youth groups and 2SLBGTQIA-friendly groups (participants aged 13-25) in the Windsor and Essex-County areas to help empower & support youth. The focus is on improving knowledge and skills in…

Advocacy // amplify your voice, target a specific audience for your cause, being a good ally, public speaking tips, and using inclusive language

Community Building // the importance of networking, accessibility, building a successful movement, dealing with burn out, and resources

Digital Collaboration // using social media outreach, hashtags, gaining media recognition, and graphic design basics

… and so much more. We welcome requested topics and focused training.

THIS SERVICE IS NON QUEER, TRANS & LGBTQ SPECIFIC

We provide one on one counselling, client advocacy and groups for victims/survivors of Sexual Violence free of charge to all genders.

We also have a 24 hour Crisis Line: 807-344-4502