Food Support Centre by YFS
Food Bank
The York Federation of Students provides free non-perishable food and basic needs items.
Society for the Living Relief Organization
Food Bank
The SLRO is one of Toronto’s oldest community food banks that provides non perishable items. They are location at the Oakdale Community Centre, 350 Grand Ravine Drive (Saturdays 10am to 12 noon), and at the Jane/Shepard Public Library (Thursdays 12:30pm to 2:30pm).
Contact 416-746-0388
City of Toronto
Shelters
The following resource can locate a shelter near your location. Shelters can provide mental health services, referrals, a place to stay, and food.
Osgoode Hall Legal Services
Legal Aid
Osgoode Hall Law School at York University provides assistance to low income individuals in the City of Toronto and York University students.
An initial phone interview will determine if you are eligible for CLASP services.
Contact: York University, Osgoode Hall Law School, Ignat Kaneff Building 4700 Keele St., Toronto, ON M3J 1P3.
Telephone: 416-736-5029.
HOUSE Canada and others
Housing Associations
HOUSE Canada and associated housing associations have a mission to create quality and affordable housing for post-secondary students.
Click the links to learn more.