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If it is an emergency and you need immediate assistance, call 9-1-1.

Catholic Agencies

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Toronto (CCAT)

CCAT member agencies offer assistance in a variety of areas to serve the people within the boundaries of the Archdiocese of Toronto. These areas include children and youth, recent immigrants, people with disabilities, seniors, young parents, and the homeless.

HopeLine

For information on palliative care resources available to you within the boundaries of the Archdiocese of Toronto, call the HopeLine at 416-619-5700.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

To request assistance with food, clothing, furniture or other needs, contact your local parish to determine if there is a Society of St. Vincent de Paul conference active in your area. Parishes sometimes have dedicated phone numbers for their conferences listed in their bulletins.  

Good Shepherd Ministries

If you are currently homeless and in need of food, shelter, clothing, non-emergency healthcare or a place to stay while awaiting addiction treatment, go to the Good Shepherd Ministries at 412 Queen St. East or call 416-869-3619.

Public Resources

The following are resources from public entities. Inclusion does not imply endorsement of all views expressed, which may differ from Catholic teaching.

Suicide Crisis Help

If you or a loved one are considering suicide, call or text 9-8-8.

Mental Health Helpline: 1-866-531-2600 or visit www.connexontario.ca

Emergency Shelter

If you are in need of emergency housing, call the intake line of your location.

If you are at risk of eviction, each region has its own eviction prevention program.

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If none of the above resources are suitable for your need, call/text 2-1-1 or go online for information about public assistance available in your area.