YMCA of Greater Toronto

Contact Information:

151 City Centre Drive, Suite 800

Mississauga, ON, L5B 1M7

Canada

Phone: 905-276-9329 ext. 31216

Fax: 905-276-9327

Website:

http://www.ymcagta.org/ysap [1]

Geography served:

Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon, Toronto, Scarborough, North York

Target population:

Serves youth (14-24yrs) who use substances

Services provided:

YSAP does not have concurrent disorders specific programs, but co-occurring mental health issues are welcomed.

Language capabilities:

English

Organization description:

The Youth Substance Abuse Program (YSAP) is a non-residential program developed to meet the needs of young people aged 14-24 who are looking for support with substance use and misuse issues. YSAP is a free and confidential community based counselling and education program that works from a harm reduction philosophy. YSAP offers a range of harm reduction materials to participants and is able to provide sanitized injection and piercing equipment to registered clients. YSAP also offers free workshops for youth, parents, guardians, role models, professionals and other community agencies/organizations that influence and work with youth.

Who can refer:

Self referrals are welcome

How to access:

Call the phone number listed above
Voice mailbox is confidential; expect call back within 24-48 hours on business days