For 100 years, FST has helped individuals and families face life challenges through counselling, community development & advocacy.

355 Church St., Toronto, M5B 0B2,ON
Joined November 2009
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On June 16, celebrate #pride2026 with us! Join Hard Feelings, David Kelley Services & Family Service Toronto for an afternoon of creativity, including button-making, friendship bracelets, card writing, and more. We will have snacks, art supplies and music. lnkd.in/eQikHPWM
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📣NEW REPORT📣 The 2024 National Report Card, “Ending Child Poverty: The Time Is Now,” is out now. The report is an urgent call to action, putting forward 50+ recommendations for #endingpoverty in Canada, once and for all. Read it now: campaign2000.ca/ending-child… #TimeIsNow #cdnpoli
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Please join us for “Localizing the SDGs:  Community Perspectives and Knowledge Sharing,” an official virtual side event of the United Nations High Level Political Forum 2024. Date: Tuesday, July 9, 2024 Time: 8:00am- 9:30am EDT Zoom Registration Link: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
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PM @JustinTrudeau promised regularization this spring. Parliament could go on holiday on June 6, and regularization has STILL NOT been decided on. SEND A NEW EMAIL! Tell the PM: Don't back down! Reject racism & exploitation. Ensure equality and fairness migrantrights.ca/take-action…
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We could all use a little more compassion, whether it’s at work, at school, or in our day-to-day lives. Access our free resources on how to integrate compassion in your community at cmha.ca/mental-health-week/t… #CompassionConnects #MentalHealthWeek
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When was the last time you prioritized yourself? Practicing self-compassion means approaching ourselves with the same kindness we extend to our family and friends. It’s about acknowledging that everyone experiences challenges, as this is simply part of being human. Download our free resource on self-compassion at ow.ly/zPCx50RxVbZ #CompassionConnects #MentalHealthWeek
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#MentalHealthWeek is here and your voice matters! This year's theme "Healing through Compassion" calls us to show kindness towards ourselves and others. Get involved at mentalhealthweek.ca #CompassionConnects
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Replying to @amautiit
@amautiit the Nunavut Inuit Women’s Association (NIWA) unveiled its first ever annual Child Poverty Report Card, revealing the harsh realities faced by Nunavut’s most vulnerable populations. Read the Report Card in English and Inuktitut here: campaign2000.ca/nunavut-inui…
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📣NEW RELEASE! The 2023 National Update on Child and Family Poverty, “Unprecedented Progress on Poverty Reduction Being Undone” is out now. ⏩Read the report for over 30+ recommendations to end #poverty in Canada: tinyurl.com/campaign2000repo… #EndingPovertyIsPossible #cdnpoli
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On June 8, join our Queer Existence & Resistance collaborative art event at 355 Church street. Everyone is invited to celebrate the unique and diverse identities of the LGBTQ+ community. Learn more: familyservicetoronto.org/our… #Pride2023 #QueerExistenceandResistance
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We are excited to launch our #ShowUpTOcampaign endorsed by more than 45 organizations across the city! This election, we are calling on all mayoral candidates to show up for a better #Toronto! 🌟 Check out our campaign & take the pledge to show up at showupto.ca
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📢Register today for @Campaign2000 @publicjustice & @CWP_CSP’s three-part virtual roundtable series on #poverty & #humanrights on June 14, 15 & 16. Connect with orgs + individuals dedicated to #endingpoverty from across the country! tinyurl.com/humanrightsround… #cdnpoli #Agenda2030
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Ontarians are struggling to access the care they need, having to navigate complex systems of #MentalHealth and social supports. #SocialWorkers are here to help, #MobilizingMentalHealth access in schools, hospitals, long-term care, community agencies & more oasw.org/SocialWorkWeek
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♀️ This #InternationalWomensDay, we are calling attention to alarming new data on women's #MentalHealth from our recent poll. When 2 in 3 women age 18-35 say they are living with a mental health condition, we should all sit up and take notice. More at oasw.org/SocialWorkWeek?#Pol…
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To #EmbraceEquity means believing we don't all start from the same place so treating everyone the same isn't fair. #IWD2023 #EmbraceEquity pose is a symbol of unity, forging change for #women worldwide 👉🏽bit.ly/IWD2023 (Artwork: S. Chong Malaysia) #InternationalWomensDay
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Show your support for the people in Iran by cutting a lock of hair. Post the video using #HopefulHairForIran and tag @ywcatoronto and @ywcavan. For more ways to get involved, visit hopefulhair.com
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📢 Cutting one’s hair is a powerful act of protest in Iran. As a symbol of solidarity we cut ours to stand with the women of Iran. Learn how you can take action & protect their human rights and freedoms: hopefulhair.com #HopefulHairForIran #WomenLifeFreedom
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📢NEW RELEASE! The 2022 National Report Card, “Pandemic Lessons: Ending Child and Family Poverty is Possible” is out now. Read the report for over 50 recommendations to end poverty and realize a just future for all: bit.ly/3DWq4WN #EndingPovertyIsPossible #cdnpoli
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Community, government and social services are here for Canadians. The 211 helpline is the easiest way to find the right services to help you. Dial 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca.
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With inflation driving up the cost of nearly everything, many people are feeling the pinch. If you need help accessing temporary financial assistance dial 2-1-1 or visit 211ontario.ca. #HelpStartsHere #211DayCanada
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