Gerstein Crisis Centre
For: Adults aged 16 and older in the City of Toronto who are dealing with mental health and/or substance use issues...
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 416-929-5200Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
Health & care in Toronto
We found 34 places in Toronto and the cities around it.
41 more serve all of Canada. They are on the Canada-wide list.
Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program at Toronto Public Health dental clinics
You likely qualify if: Seniors aged 65 or older; Low income (the Province sets the limits); Free TPH care: Toronto,...
ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
Distress Centres of Greater Toronto (408-HELP line)
For: Anyone in Toronto and the GTA who is in emotional distress or crisis; seniors over 55 living in Toronto...
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 416-408-4357Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
Meals on Wheels in Toronto (find your local program)
For: Seniors, and adults who live with a disability, have a long-term illness, are recovering from surgery or...
Ongoing.
Call 2-1-1Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
SickKids - High School Volunteer Program
You likely qualify if: Enrolled in high school; Age 16 or older by the first day of the program; Free to volunteer...
Call 416-813-1500Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
University of Toronto Students' Union (UTSU)
Call 416-978-4911Send to someone who needs thisChecked on September 30, 2026
Scarborough Health Network - Volunteer Services (Summer Pathfinder for high-school students)
You likely qualify if: In high school; Ages 15 or older; Available to volunteer in July and August.
Call 416-438-2911Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Community Health Centres in Toronto: health care for people without OHIP (including the Access Alliance Non-Insured Clinic)
You likely qualify if: People without OHIP making Ontario their home; Clinic: immigrants and refugees in Toronto;...
Non-Insured Clinic: no walk-ins.
Call 416-324-9380Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
Scarborough Food Security Initiative (Feed Scarborough)
For: Anyone who needs help with food (the food bank page says it serves anyone, no appointment needed); home...
Call 416-936-3975Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Toronto Metropolitan Students' Union (TMSU)
Call 416-979-5255Send to someone who needs thisChecked on September 30, 2026
Adult Day Programs at City of Toronto long-term care homes
You likely qualify if: Valid Ontario health card; Caregiver needs regular respite; Can take own medication and bear...
Call 416-397-7020Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
Healthy Babies Healthy Children (Toronto Public Health): free home visits in pregnancy and the early years
You likely qualify if: Living in Toronto; Pregnant, or parenting a child 3 or younger; The child's legal guardian.
Open all year.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 416-338-7600Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
Toronto Public Health immunization clinics (free vaccines by appointment)
You likely qualify if: Students JK to grade 12 in Toronto; Children under 5; Other groups listed on the booking page.
Clinics are by appointment.
Call 416-338-7600Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
Legal Aid Ontario - Community Legal Clinics
You likely qualify if: Low income; Live in Ontario.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 416-979-1446Send to someone who needs thisChecked on September 30, 2026
Scarborough Women's Centre free counselling
You likely qualify if: Women; Want to leave or recover from abuse, or make a life change.
Call 416-439-7111Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
Streets to Homes street outreach (City of Toronto)
You likely qualify if: Age 16 or older; Homeless and sleeping outside in Toronto.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 311Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
Supportive Housing Program for Seniors (City of Toronto)
You likely qualify if: Age 59 or older; Tenant in a designated City building; Need help with personal care or housework.
Call 416-397-0586Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
Toronto Central Healthline
Call 416-506-9888Send to someone who needs thisChecked on September 30, 2026
Toronto Public Health sexual health clinics (free, no health card needed)
You likely qualify if: Everyone, at any age; No health card or referral needed.
Appointments are needed at the 4 clinics.
Call 416-338-1234Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
Unity Health Toronto - Student Volunteers (St. Michael's, St. Joseph's, Providence)
You likely qualify if: Age 14 or older; Lived in Canada at least 12 months (St. Michael's).
Call 416-360-4000Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
COSTI Violence Against Women program (counselling and safety planning)
You likely qualify if: Woman or child facing abuse; Live in the GTA or York Region.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 416-244-7714Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
Drop-in programs for people who are homeless (City of Toronto map)
You likely qualify if: Homeless or at risk of homelessness; In Toronto.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 311Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
Ontario Works: monthly money plus dental, special diet, newborn, child care, LEAP, job, medical travel and guide dog help
You likely qualify if: Not enough money for basic living costs; Live in Toronto with status in Canada; Aged 18 or...
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Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 1-888-999-1142Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Sistering 24/7 Drop-In for women and gender-diverse people (Toronto)
You likely qualify if: Woman or gender-diverse adult; No referral needed.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 416-926-9762Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
Toronto Community Crisis Service (TCCS), reached through 211
You likely qualify if: Toronto residents aged 16 or older; In a mental health crisis, or need support.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 211Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
Toronto Seniors Helpline
For: Seniors in Toronto who need health or home supports, a friendly check-in call, or help in a crisis.
Call 416-217-2077Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry patient clinics (reduced-fee dental care)
You likely qualify if: Needs dental care; Care is given by supervised students; Children's clinic takes ages 1 to 18.
Call 416-864-8000Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
Eye See Eye Learn (free eye exam and glasses for kindergarten children in Ontario)
You likely qualify if: Child in Junior or Senior Kindergarten; Lives in Ontario.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Open the official pageSend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
Homemakers and Nurses Services Program (City of Toronto)
You likely qualify if: Age 18 or older, living in Toronto; Limited income and savings; Lasting disability or health...
Call 416-392-8579Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
Low-cost dental clinics in Toronto (City of Toronto list)
You likely qualify if: Toronto resident; Rules differ by clinic.
Find a clinicSend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 6, 2026
Toronto Hardship Fund: help paying for eyeglasses, medical items, emergency dental work and medication
You likely qualify if: Live in Toronto; Low income; On Ontario Works or ODSP: ask your caseworker.
Call 416-338-8888Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Government of Canada Benefits Finder (Canada Child Benefit, GST/HST credit and other supports)
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Find a clinicSend to someone who needs thisChecked on September 30, 2026
Not on this list? Call 2-1-1 or text 2-1-1, any time, in more than 150 languages. It is free, and real people answer. 211ontario.ca
Which ones have closed?
These have closed for now. Many open again every year, so ask them when the next round opens. The way to reach each one is right there.
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital - Teen volunteers (client programs)
You likely qualify if: Teens and adults; Minimum age 15 to 17, by role; School-year volunteers: 3 hours a week.
Closed on October 2, 2026
See detailsChecked on October 2, 2026
North York General Hospital - High School Volunteer Program (ages 14 to 17)
You likely qualify if: Students aged 14 to 17; Or older, full-time in high school.
Closed right now
See detailsChecked on October 5, 2026
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