Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario
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Crisis: 905-568-1068
Office: 905-568-8800
Short Description
On-site early intervention and crisis intervention, needs assessment, safety planning, referrals to community services, enhanced support for vulnerable victims, assistance with applications to VQRP+
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+)
Assistance with emergency expenses related to the incident, including home safety, accommodation, meals, transportation, basic necessities, dependent care costs, counselling, traditional Indigenous health services, cellular phones, vision care, dental care, aids for victims with disabilities, interpretation services, crime scene cleanup, government/medical documents and funeral expenses
South Asian Family Enrichment (SAFE)
Outreach, support and educational awareness on family violence issues
Victim Quick Response Program+ (VQRP+)
Assistance with emergency expenses related to the incident, including home safety, accommodation, meals, transportation, basic necessities, dependent care costs, counselling, traditional Indigenous health services, cellular phones, vision care, dental care, aids for victims with disabilities, interpretation services, crime scene cleanup, government/medical documents and funeral expenses
- additional assistance for victims of human trafficking includes storage locker, tattoo removal, and treatment at a recovery facility
- no direct reimbursement to victims for support listed above
- financial support also available for victims who sustained serious physical injuries during a crime and for parents of child homicide victims and spouses of homicide victims
South Asian Family Enrichment (SAFE)
Outreach, support and educational awareness on family violence issues
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PCHS Brampton
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Office: 905-677-0889
50 Sunny Meadow Blvd, Unit 201
Brampton, ON, L6R 0Y7
Brampton, ON, L6R 0Y7
Short Description
COVID19 Contact for information on in-person services; some service by telephone and Zoom
Culturally appropriate mental health, addiction, violence prevention, settlement, geriatric, youth and family services, and community and leadership development in South Asian communities, including volunteer opportunities and student placements
Seniors and High Risk Seniors Services
Supportive services to assist in aging at home
Sahara Mental Health Program
Culturally and linguistically appropriate support for clients 16 years or over dealing with mental health challenges
Sahara Addiction Program
Culturally appropriate service to individuals and family members struggling with substance abuse
Settlement Services
Newcomer integration assistance, including information and referral, and information on training and skills development
Sahara Geriatric Program
Community support for seniors 55 years and older, including case management, referrals, crisis management, caregiver support and counselling
Better Families Program
Support, groups, mentoring, and referrals for youth 13-24 years and their parents in addressing issues related to healthy interactions between families and communities
Community Development and Social Enterprise
Leadership and community development, and civic engagement for youth and adults in South Asian communities in Malton
Culturally appropriate mental health, addiction, violence prevention, settlement, geriatric, youth and family services, and community and leadership development in South Asian communities, including volunteer opportunities and student placements
Seniors and High Risk Seniors Services
Supportive services to assist in aging at home
- health promotion (diabetes education, tobacco prevention, healthy eating, cancer)
- domestic violence support and assistance
- women's and men's group programs
- group programs for youth and children
- parenting programs
- food bank services for abused women
- translation services
- resource development
- diversity training
Sahara Mental Health Program
Culturally and linguistically appropriate support for clients 16 years or over dealing with mental health challenges
- short term and long term case management
- early psychosis intervention for youth and adults 14-35 years
- supportive counselling to clients and family members
- concurrent disorder support group
- mobile community support group
Sahara Addiction Program
Culturally appropriate service to individuals and family members struggling with substance abuse
- case management
- addictions day program
- groups for men and women
- relapse prevention group
- coping skills for family members
- peer support program
- Sahara Opioid Addiction Program, including case management and prevention support group (collaboration with Home and Community Care Support Services Central West)
Settlement Services
Newcomer integration assistance, including information and referral, and information on training and skills development
- orientation sessions including Canadian laws and norms
- assistance in filling out government forms
- attestation of documents
- translation/interpretation services
- supportive counselling
Sahara Geriatric Program
Community support for seniors 55 years and older, including case management, referrals, crisis management, caregiver support and counselling
- Integrated Seniors Team (IST) Program in partnership with Peel Senior Link and Supportive Housing in Peel
- Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) Day Program for caregivers of adults with cognitive impairments such as dementia
- education, assessments and capacity development in partnership with other community agencies
- Senior Caregivers Support Day Program, including separate and combined groups for women and men
Better Families Program
Support, groups, mentoring, and referrals for youth 13-24 years and their parents in addressing issues related to healthy interactions between families and communities
Community Development and Social Enterprise
Leadership and community development, and civic engagement for youth and adults in South Asian communities in Malton
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Muslim Community Services, Brampton Head Office
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Office: 905-790-1910
Temporary Office, 40 Peel Centre Dr, Suite 209
Brampton, ON, L6T 0E2
Brampton, ON, L6T 0E2
Short Description
This office has moved temporarily to 40 Peel Centre Dr, Unit 209, Brampton until March, 2024
Services and learning opportunities for newcomers to facilitate their settlement and integration into Canada
Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English and French, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry; childminding may be available for attendees - LINC classes virtual only until this office moves to permanent site
Settlement and Integration Services
Services and learning opportunities for newcomers to facilitate their settlement and integration into Canada
Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English and French, upon assessment by Achēv -- see separate entry; childminding may be available for attendees - LINC classes virtual only until this office moves to permanent site
Settlement and Integration Services
- orientation, information
- translation and interpretation
- job board, job placement; resume preparation and assistance; interview and job search techniques
- counselling; support for children exposed to family violence
- information and referral
- violence prevention education
- cultural and linguistic support; peer support
- guest speakers on topics of interest
- recreational and social activities
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Office: 905-792-0821
Crisis: 1-800-810-0180
10 Gillingham Dr, Suite 305
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Short Description
Not accepting new clients at this time; wait list full
Psychotherapy services including crisis intervention, individual, couple and family counselling, therapeutic groups and psycho-educational workshops, community support and outreach
Sexual assault centre
Clinical intervention by regulated health professionals; provincially designated Sexual Assault Centre (SAC) for Peel Region
Enhanced Wellness Program (EWP)
Outreach program includes stabilization, case management and system navigation, and support to meet basic and other needs before intensive trauma work
Hope On-Site
Serves youth, people who are homeless, sex workers and other at-risk populations
Sexual violence prevention and resiliency building programs in elementary and secondary schools across Peel Region
Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario
Psychotherapy services including crisis intervention, individual, couple and family counselling, therapeutic groups and psycho-educational workshops, community support and outreach
Sexual assault centre
Clinical intervention by regulated health professionals; provincially designated Sexual Assault Centre (SAC) for Peel Region
Enhanced Wellness Program (EWP)
Outreach program includes stabilization, case management and system navigation, and support to meet basic and other needs before intensive trauma work
Hope On-Site
Serves youth, people who are homeless, sex workers and other at-risk populations
- coping skills
- social inclusion
- harm reduction supplies
- care kits
- healthy sexuality clinic
Sexual violence prevention and resiliency building programs in elementary and secondary schools across Peel Region
Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario
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Newcomer Settlement Program
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Office: 905-460-9514
Alternate Office: 647-553-9514
10 Gillingham Dr, Suite 308
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Short Description
Newcomer Settlement Program
- needs assessment
- orientation and workshops on topics such as housing, employment, accessing government services
- information and referral,
- assistance filling government forms
- interpretation and translation
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Mental Health and Community Wellness
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Office: 905-460-9514
10 Gillingham Dr, Suite 308
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Short Description
Health and Wellness -- workshops and group sessions on healthy eating and physical activity
Mental Health and Wellness -- for members of the African/Black community who are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing mental health challenges
- mental health awareness through public education
- supportive counselling
- information and referral
- practical support and advocacy in accessing services
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Violence Against Women Program
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Office: 905-460-9514
10 Gillingham Dr, Suite 308
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Short Description
Violence and Abuse Prevention Programs
- culturally sensitive and language specific services for women within the African Canadian community
- support groups and supportive individual counselling
- information and referral to appropriate community resources such as Legal Aid, clinical counselling, affordable housing or shelters
- violence prevention and public education
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Family Program
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Office: 905-460-9514
10 Gillingham Dr, Suite 308
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Brampton, ON, L6X 5A5
Short Description
Youth Development -- for Black/African Canadian youth
Winter clothing items needed; to make a donation or for more information email Jeff Msangi: [email protected]
- Youth Leadership Development Program: arts, heritage, mentoring and community engagement activities; youth and community safety activities
- One for One Peer Youth Mentoring Program
- Enhanced Youth Outreach Program (EYOW): short-term counselling and support, referrals
- co-op and summer employment opportunities
- mental and physical wellness information sessions
- recreational activities
- opportunity to meet with virtual mentor; computer/technology literacy training
- information and referral to community resources
- group support and information sessions
- group sessions on parenting issues
- recreational activities such as field trips and barbeques
- volunteer and community engagement opportunities
- After School Homework Club -- one-on-one or small group homework help for elementary school students provided by provided by youth/young adult volunteers
- summer and March break day camps
Winter clothing items needed; to make a donation or for more information email Jeff Msangi: [email protected]
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Brampton Multicultural Community Centre, Brampton - Queen Street Branch
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Office: 905-790-8482
263 Queen St E, Unit 10
Brampton, ON, L6W 4K6
Brampton, ON, L6W 4K6
Short Description
COVID19 -- open for in-person, virtual, telephone and email services Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5 pm; no appointment needed
Neighbourhood multi-service agency
Pathways to Settlement: client-centred program to facilitate newcomers' integration and participation in Canadian society
Information and Awareness Services: helps newcomers settle including information and orientation on issues such as:
Community Connections in School: in partnership with Peel District School Board, the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) facilitates the adaptation of newly-arrived newcomers to school and community life by providing support services typically needed by newcomers in their first year in Canada, focusing on information, orientation, advocacy, referral and access to services
Community Connections in Library: in partnership with Brampton Library and IRCC; programs include group information sessions including workshops for seniors and English conversation circles
Volunteer Management Program -- offers volunteer opportunities to newcomers, seniors and youth; bilingual/multilingual volunteers are assets as they help clients with language barriers; volunteering will provide opportunities to:
Crisis Counselling: provides support and guidance during a crisis working on achieving stability, increasing empowerment and safety of community members via one-on-one and group sessions
Youth Crisis Counselling: provides mental health supports, crisis intervention to youth 12-21 years who are experiencing school, emotional, and/or behavioural challenges
Seniors Program -- helps seniors enhance their knowledge and skills on various topics of interest, and engages them in activities such as social interactions and outings to to Canadian cultural sites; reduces isolation by bringing older adults together in a safe environment.
Neighbourhood multi-service agency
Pathways to Settlement: client-centred program to facilitate newcomers' integration and participation in Canadian society
Information and Awareness Services: helps newcomers settle including information and orientation on issues such as:
- immigration, health, education and housing
- translation and interpretation
- form filling;
- referrals to government and community resources ; monthly information seminars
- supportive counselling for individuals and families;
- provides needs assessment and customized action plan on career planning
- facilitates workshops on Canadian workplace culture, resume writing, interview skills, pre-employment training and networking events
- one-on-one job search coaching and mentoring
- post-post-program follow-up and support, and job leads
- access to computers, printers, telephones, fax machines, photocopiers, Internet
Community Connections in School: in partnership with Peel District School Board, the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) facilitates the adaptation of newly-arrived newcomers to school and community life by providing support services typically needed by newcomers in their first year in Canada, focusing on information, orientation, advocacy, referral and access to services
Community Connections in Library: in partnership with Brampton Library and IRCC; programs include group information sessions including workshops for seniors and English conversation circles
Volunteer Management Program -- offers volunteer opportunities to newcomers, seniors and youth; bilingual/multilingual volunteers are assets as they help clients with language barriers; volunteering will provide opportunities to:
- job-shadow and learn about the Canadian work environment
- work with clients in a settlement based environment learning about the process of the initial intake and assessment
- assist with prepping and facilitation, job search and resume writing
- learn about completing Service Canada and Service Ontario forms for clients
- organize and assist in fundraisers and other events
Crisis Counselling: provides support and guidance during a crisis working on achieving stability, increasing empowerment and safety of community members via one-on-one and group sessions
Youth Crisis Counselling: provides mental health supports, crisis intervention to youth 12-21 years who are experiencing school, emotional, and/or behavioural challenges
Seniors Program -- helps seniors enhance their knowledge and skills on various topics of interest, and engages them in activities such as social interactions and outings to to Canadian cultural sites; reduces isolation by bringing older adults together in a safe environment.
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ECLYPSE Youth Centres
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Office: 905 790-7707
60 West Dr, Unit 101
Brampton, ON, L6T 3T6
Brampton, ON, L6T 3T6
Short Description
Counselling and support services for youth and their families
Youth Arts Against Violence: Modern Batik Art Workshops
Promotes youth self-esteem and self-confidence, and highlights the positive aspects of youth to the community
ECLYPSE Youth Resource Centre (Experiential Centre Lighting Youths' Paths Supporting Expression)
ECLYPSE Youth Drop-In Centre (Bramalea)
363 Howden Blvd, Room 204, Brampton
Phone 905-790-7707
Open Mon-Thu 3 pm-6:30 pm, Fri 1 pm-5 pm
ECLYPSE Youth Drop-In Centre (Central Brampton)
9 Ardglen Dr, Lower Level, Brampton
Phone 905-866-6900
Open Mon-Thu 3 pm-6:30 pm, Fri 1 pm-5 pm
ECLYPSE Youth Drop-In Centre (Malton)
Malton Youth Wellness Hub, 3540 Morning Star Dr, Mississauga
Phone 647-564-2714
Open Tue-Thu 3 pm-6:30 pm
ECLYPSE After School Program
Includes physical activity, healthy eating and nutrition, and wellness/ life skills development
Youth Arts Against Violence: Modern Batik Art Workshops
Promotes youth self-esteem and self-confidence, and highlights the positive aspects of youth to the community
- youth-led network uses artistic expression to promote non-violence and deal with violence in youth lives and their communities
ECLYPSE Youth Resource Centre (Experiential Centre Lighting Youths' Paths Supporting Expression)
- multi-service youth drop-in centre for 12-24 year olds living in Peel
- partnership of local community agencies
- for information contact [email protected]
- 3 locations (see below)
ECLYPSE Youth Drop-In Centre (Bramalea)
363 Howden Blvd, Room 204, Brampton
Phone 905-790-7707
Open Mon-Thu 3 pm-6:30 pm, Fri 1 pm-5 pm
ECLYPSE Youth Drop-In Centre (Central Brampton)
9 Ardglen Dr, Lower Level, Brampton
Phone 905-866-6900
Open Mon-Thu 3 pm-6:30 pm, Fri 1 pm-5 pm
ECLYPSE Youth Drop-In Centre (Malton)
Malton Youth Wellness Hub, 3540 Morning Star Dr, Mississauga
Phone 647-564-2714
Open Tue-Thu 3 pm-6:30 pm
ECLYPSE After School Program
Includes physical activity, healthy eating and nutrition, and wellness/ life skills development
- for grades 3-5, 3 times per week
- free
- for program information, hours and locations in Malton, visit website
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CONNECT Walk-In Counselling Clinic (Brampton)
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Office: 905-450-1608 ext 101
Honourable William G Davis Centre for Families, 60 West Dr, Ste 201
Brampton, ON, L6T 3T6
Brampton, ON, L6T 3T6
Short Description
Individual, couples and family counselling, including assessment, service planning, referrals
- individuals seeking counselling for themselves and their children are asked to attend first session alone
- child care available
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CFSPD Counselling and Support Services (Brampton)
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Office: 905-450-1608 ext 112
Honourable William G Davis Centre for Families, 60 West Dr, Ste 201
Brampton, ON, L6T 3T6
Brampton, ON, L6T 3T6
Short Description
COVID19 Support available remotely, call 905-450-1608 ext 112; telephone and virtual psychotherapy, emotional support, crisis intervention, safety planning, risk assessment, and information and referrals
Counselling and Support for Individuals, Couples and Families
Counselling, educational programs, and support in dealing with a variety of issues, including relationships and family problems, parenting, depression, anxiety, job loss, separation, divorce and new relationships, sexual abuse and childhood trauma, life transitions
Partner Assault Response
12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict
Walk-In Counselling Clinics in Brampton and Mississauga (see separate listings)
Partner in Safe Centre of Peel
Coordinated access to services and supports, including system navigation and wraparound services (see separate listing)
Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario
Counselling and Support for Individuals, Couples and Families
Counselling, educational programs, and support in dealing with a variety of issues, including relationships and family problems, parenting, depression, anxiety, job loss, separation, divorce and new relationships, sexual abuse and childhood trauma, life transitions
- Violence Against Women Program
- counselling for male survivors of sexual abuse
- social reform, public education and advocacy
Partner Assault Response
12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict
- support available to victims/partners of offender including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender's progress
Walk-In Counselling Clinics in Brampton and Mississauga (see separate listings)
Partner in Safe Centre of Peel
Coordinated access to services and supports, including system navigation and wraparound services (see separate listing)
Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario
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Catholic Crosscultural Services, Brampton Office
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Office: 905-457-7740
164 Queen St E, Suite 306
Brampton, ON, L6V 1B4
Brampton, ON, L6V 1B4
Short Description
Settlement Services
Assessment and action planning, information and referral, supportive counselling, community outreach, education and workshops
Diversity and Inclusion
Youth Wellness Services
Youth Services
Financial Literacy Services
Employment Access for Newcomer Women - to empower newcomer women to establish fulfilling careers in the Canadian workforce
Women Support Services - confidential counselling services for newcomer women and their children who have, or are, experiencing domestic abuse
Newcomer Mental Health Program - culturally appropriate counselling in Hindi, Arabic, English for newcomer individuals, couples and families
Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment from Achev, Language Assessment Centre (LAC), see separate entry
Family Literacy Program - language and age appropriate family reading resources through a lending library
Assessment and action planning, information and referral, supportive counselling, community outreach, education and workshops
- support with finding housing, accessing child care, health care and other community and social services
- help completing government forms and applications
- seasonal income tax clinic
- connection with community and volunteer opportunities
- monthly Service Canada clinics to assist with OAS, GIS, CPP, CPP disability and survival benefits
- free citizenship preparation sessions
- free Oath Commissioning/Notary Public Services
Diversity and Inclusion
- newcomers learn of rights and responsibilities as community members, impacts of discrimination and biases, Canadian values and enhance inclusive decision-making skills.
Youth Wellness Services
- cultivates wellness among newcomer youth, 13-25 years, by facilitating access to services and fostering engagement
- group activities teach healthy coping mechanisms, resilience, self-esteem, leadership development and creative self-expression
Youth Services
- hosts annual "Youth Lead" events to celebrate talent
- fosters academic support including homework assistance and leadership abilities
- coordinates activities to facilitate access to employment support service services, mentorship opportunities and volunteer roles for newcomer and refugee youth
Financial Literacy Services
- newcomers are assisted to build skills and tools needed to take control of their financial lives
- through weekly guided sessions newcomers understand financial literacy concepts in addition to the connection between income and careers, and how student loans work
- workshops covering job search preparation and strategies, labour market information, workplace culture, resume, cover letter and interview preparation, career information and networking opportunities
- one-on-one services to support developing action plans to reach employment goals
- provides resources and referrals for employment needs
Employment Access for Newcomer Women - to empower newcomer women to establish fulfilling careers in the Canadian workforce
- soft skills development; job market insights; cultural adaptation
- interview preparation; resume building; career progression
- community and support
- job placement - 2 weeks, minimum 18 hours' following the workshop participants can take part in the placement program to put newly acquired skills into practice
Women Support Services - confidential counselling services for newcomer women and their children who have, or are, experiencing domestic abuse
- individual or group sessions
- short-term, goal focused counselling including the development of transition and safety strategies and information on rights and options
- crisis and support counselling to assist individuals seeking immediate assistance
- linking women to appropriate services in the community that address legal, housing, financial and long term counselling needs
Newcomer Mental Health Program - culturally appropriate counselling in Hindi, Arabic, English for newcomer individuals, couples and families
- support and tools to manage the challenges of stress, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, parenting, family conflict, trauma and other life transitions through individual counselling and educational workshops
Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment from Achev, Language Assessment Centre (LAC), see separate entry
- LINC classes running online and in-person
- day and evening classes available
Family Literacy Program - language and age appropriate family reading resources through a lending library
- activities to encourage and reinforce family language learning
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SACHSS Mental Health Services
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Crisis: 988
Crisis: 437-254-2794
Crisis: 647-523-6380
Crisis: 416-863-0511
Crisis: 289-277-4770
247 Main St N
Brampton, ON, L6X 1N3
Brampton, ON, L6X 1N3
Short Description
Health education and promotion, mental health treatment and counselling, violence prevention, outreach and awareness
- diabetes, hypertension, heart disease prevention programs
- court mandated treatment including individual and group counselling for impaired driving, violence, anger management
- HIV/AIDS support and counselling, and sexual health promotion
- LGBTQ health and welfare programs
- education, recreation and support programs for seniors
- education and life skills programs for women and youth
- counselling, support and housing help for individuals who are homeless
SACHSS Suicide Prevention Helpline, 988
Partner in 24/7 national suicide prevention and mental health support helpline; call or text Mon-Sun 24 hours
SACHSS Distress Helpline, 437-254-2794, 647-523-6380, 416-863-0511
Telephone support for emotional or mental health issues, including depression
Mental Health and Addiction Programs
Family program includes individual, group and family counselling, stress management, addiction management
- support for families affected by a loved one's substance use and mental health issues
- prevention supports
Partner Assault Response (PAR)
12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict; supports for victims/partners of offenders, including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender's progress
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Office: 905-455-6789
BAC Community Support Line: 647-812-8545
Goodison Building, 36 Queen St E, Lower Level
Brampton, ON, L6V 1A2
Brampton, ON, L6V 1A2
Short Description
Provides a range of culturally appropriate services to various client groups to allow them to make positive changes in their lives
Community Services
Volunteer Opportunities
Community Services
- confidential, culturally appropriate support line, see separate listing
- seasonal tax clinic
- tutoring program
- social programs
- summer camp
- youth counselling
- business mentorship - for youth 16-24 who aspired to manage their own business
- advocacy for issues with school
- support for substance abuse issues
- individual counselling, support groups
- for Violence Against Women (VAW) services including court accompaniment, see separate listing
- individual counselling, anger management
- monthly speaker forum
- family counselling
- support groups, parenting skill support
Volunteer Opportunities
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Office: 905-455-0160
24 Queen St E, Suite 700
Brampton, ON, L6V 1A3
Brampton, ON, L6V 1A3
Short Description
Community legal clinic
- deals primarily with tenant issues, Ontario Works, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Employment and immigration
- may provide representation
- referrals
- community education
- funded by Legal Aid Ontario
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24/7 Helpline Peel (English)
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Crisis: 905-459-7777
Crisis: 1-877-298-5444
TTY: 905-278-4890
Office: 289-569-1200
Short Description
For support call Crisis Line 905-459-7777 (Brampton, Mississauga), 1-877-298-5444 (Caledon) Mon-Sun 24 hours, or send text to 45645 Mon-Sun 4 pm-12 midnight
Telephone response to persons in need of immediate emotional support, crisis intervention or suicide prevention, including links to other emergency services or professional help as appropriate; support available on a variety of issues
Telephone response to persons in need of immediate emotional support, crisis intervention or suicide prevention, including links to other emergency services or professional help as appropriate; support available on a variety of issues
- emotional distress
- marginalization and/or social isolation
- family violence
- mental health crisis
- risk of suicide
- addictions
- mental and physical health concerns
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Multilingual Distress Lines
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Office: 289-569-1200
Crisis: 905-459-7777
Toll Free: 1-877-298-5444
Short Description
Multilingual telephone response to persons in need of immediate emotional support, crisis intervention or suicide prevention, with support on a wide range of issues, including (but not limited to):
- interpersonal relationships, including parenting
- stress or anxiety related to health or mental health
- depression or sadness
- loss and grief
- isolation and loneliness
- assault and abuse
- financial stress, work issues or job loss
- settlement, integration or relocation issues
- separation and divorce
- sexual orientation, gender identity or coming out issues
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Emergency Youth Shelter (Brampton)
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Office: 905-238-1383
Crisis: 905-238-1383
3458 Queen St E
Brampton, ON, L6S 0A1
Brampton, ON, L6S 0A1
Short Description
Emergency shelter, including
- basic needs
- counselling
- case management
- goal planning
- well-being and emotional supports
- connections to resources and programming
- crisis counselling
- case management
- referrals to ongoing clinical support and counselling
- access to resource room
- capacity 40
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Office: 905-450-4844
Credit River Métis Community Council: 905-450-4844 ext 301
350 Rutherford Rd S, Unit 305, Plaza 2
Brampton, ON, L6W 4N6
Brampton, ON, L6W 4N6
Short Description
Services and programs
Healing and Wellness -- mental health and addictions services, gaming and gambling awareness, Healthy Babies Healthy Children, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, diabetes awareness
Employment and Training -- K-12 education initiatives, post-secondary education, employment programs, educational and cultural camps, Métis languages initiatives
Community Wellbeing -- educational activities for children and youth and their families
Healing and Wellness -- mental health and addictions services, gaming and gambling awareness, Healthy Babies Healthy Children, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, diabetes awareness
Employment and Training -- K-12 education initiatives, post-secondary education, employment programs, educational and cultural camps, Métis languages initiatives
Community Wellbeing -- educational activities for children and youth and their families
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Office: 647-338-1709
2 County Court Blvd, Unit 400, Room 462
Brampton, ON, L6W 3W8
Brampton, ON, L6W 3W8
Short Description
Counselling for individuals or groups including sex offenders,
Works with Peel Children's Aid Society to provide counselling to children and families by referral (offered at office or in home setting)
- covering issues such as marital issues, addictions or alcohol, anger-management, children and family issues, domestic or youth violence
- grief counselling
- settlement issues -- assists at office or by referral
Works with Peel Children's Aid Society to provide counselling to children and families by referral (offered at office or in home setting)
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Family Law Service Centre, Peel
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Office: 905-453-1723
2 County Court Blvd, Suite 100A
Brampton, ON, L6W 3W8
Brampton, ON, L6W 3W8
Short Description
Family Law Services
- document preparation with referral only
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Peel York District Legal Aid Office
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Office: 905-595-3660
2 County Court Blvd, Suite 100B
Brampton, ON, L6W 3W8
Brampton, ON, L6W 3W8
Short Description
Legal Aid Certificate application office
see main record for Legal Aid Ontario for details
see main record for Legal Aid Ontario for details
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Victim / Witness Assistance Program, Peel
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Office: 905-456-4797
7755 Hurontario St
Brampton, ON, L6W 4S8
Brampton, ON, L6W 4S8
Short Description
Provides information and assistance to support participation in and understanding of the criminal court process
- services begin once police have laid charges and continue until the court case is over
- information about victims' rights, the criminal justice process and their specific case (e.g., court dates)
- needs assessment and referrals to community agencies
- crisis intervention, emotional support, victim advocacy
- facilitates victim's input and liaises with Crown Attorneys, police, regarding bail, safety, resolution of charges, release conditions, publication bans, testimonial aids trial preparation and court orientation
- information and support on Victim Impact Statements, Statement on Restitution
- facilitates access to court orders, such as bail conditions, probation orders, peace bonds
- debriefing and follow-up support
- travel arrangements and expenses
- language interpretation
- real-time captioning or other equipment for victims with disabilities
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Duty Counsel Office, Brampton (Family / Criminal)
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Criminal Duty Counsel: 905-595-3659
Family Duty Counsel: 905-595-2593
A. Grenville & William Davis Courthouse, 7755 Hurontario St, Room 112
Brampton, ON, L6W 4T1
Brampton, ON, L6W 4T1
Short Description
Criminal and Family law services
- Legal Aid Certificate application office
- See main record for Legal Aid Ontario for details
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