Phone and online supports and information.
Friends of Ruby
Friends of Ruby is dedicated to the progressive well-being of 2SLGBQTIA+ youth (aged 16-29) through mental health services, social services and housing.
Available: counselling supports, drop-in services (downtown Toronto) and programming, case management and practical support, and housing.
Justice Trans
Website offering legal information about transgender rights across Canada, fostering an environment where transgender Canadians are increasingly aware of their legal rights in the face of an ever-changing legal environment.
Egale
Egale’s mission is to improve the lives of 2SLGBTQI people in Canada and to enhance the global response to 2SLGBTQI issues.
Available: resources, research information, education, awareness and legal advocacy.
Trans Lifeline
Toll-free hotline is staffed by trans people for trans people. Trans Lifeline volunteers are ready to respond to whatever support needs members of the trans community might have.
Phone: 1-877-330-6366
Native Youth Sexual Health Network
NYSHN is an organization by and for Indigenous youth that works across issues of sexual and reproductive health, rights and justice.
It is an LGBTQ-affirming space that offers resources such as a free ‘Two Spirit Resources Directory,’ ‘Healthy Sexuality & Fighting Homophobia and Transphobia’ the first national campaign for First Nations youth to fight homophobia and transphobia, as well as a ‘Two Spirit & Indigenous LGBTQQIA Mentors, Elders & Grandparents Support Circle.’
LGBT Youth Line
Live chat hours are from 4:00pm – 9:30pm EST, Sunday to Friday.
Confidential, Non-judgmental & Informed 2SLGBTQ+ Peer Support.
2SLGBTQ+ youth-led organization that affirms and supports the experiences of youth (29 and under) across Ontario.
Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA)
CCLA actively stands up to power by fighting against rights violations, abuse of police powers, inequality, and discrimination. We stand for freedom, equality, and a better future for all people in Canada.
CCLA has published a Know Your Rights Guide to educate students about 2SLGTBQI+ rights in schools. This resource helps students, allies, and teachers better understand rights under the Charter, human rights laws, and Ontario’s Education Act, and how to take positive action toward making schools more safe and inclusive.
