_id OBJECTID AGENCY_NAME ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS NEIGHBOURHOOD OFFICE_PHONE EMAIL WEBSITE ELIGIBILITY DESCRIPTION_SERVICE APPLICATION LANGUAGES ACCESSIBILITY HOURS LEGAL_STATUS DATE_UPDATED ADDRESS_POINT_ID X Y LONGITUDE LATITUDE ADDRESS_FULL MUNICIPALITY POSTAL_CODE geometry
1 75 Centre for Community Learning & Development Parliament Street Library, 269 Gerrard St E, 2nd Fl, Toronto, ON M5A 2G3 Moss Park, 73 416-968-6989 ext 104 admin@tccld.org "www.tccld.org" English-speaking adults * varies by program Adult education, training and development * college preparation * training for volunteer tutors * public awareness * may assist with TTC and child care costs * community radio Call or drop in to make an appointment with an Assessment Counsellor English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator - call to arrange for elevator key ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-06-04T04:00:00 4014968 269 Gerrard St E former Toronto M5A 2G3 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3679546858488, 43.6618297331715]}"
2 76 Independent Learning Centre TVO, 2180 Yonge St, Ground Fl, Toronto, ON M4T 2T1 Yonge-Eglinton, 100 English 416-484-2704 ; French 416-484-2722 ilc@tvo.org "www.ilc.org" "Secondary school, online distance education courses in English or French, independent study * English as a Second Language (ESL) * accommodation for students with disabilities * assistance by telephone, fax or email * academic upgrading * GED testing for high school equivalency, adults 18 years and older
Managed by TVOntario" English ; French Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door Office -- Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm * Phone Lines -- Mon-Fri 11 am-1 pm, 2 pm-4 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-02-05T05:00:00 11272587 2180 Yonge St former Toronto M4S 2B9 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3982471384521, 43.7046384671636]}"
3 77 PTP -- Adult Learning and Employment Programs 5415 Dundas St W, Ste 200, Toronto, ON M9B 1B5 Islington-City Centre West, 14 416-239-7309 barbm@ptp.ca "www.ptp.ca" Unemployed men and women 19 years and older Adult upgrading, employment planning and job search support * see branch records for details Call for appointment English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-08-28T04:00:00 8087266 5415 Dundas St W Etobicoke M9B 1B5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.5412901930194, 43.63396461279291]}"
4 78 YWCA Toronto 3090 Kingston Rd, 3rd Fl, Toronto, ON M1M 1P2 Cliffcrest, 123 416-269-0090 ywcatrainingcentre@ywcatoronto.org "www.ywcatoronto.org" Open to all women "Individualized training, job coaching, computer workshops * offered in-class or through e-learning * General Educational Development (GED) * business communication workshops * links clients to jobs * contact for more course information
Services to employers -- recruitment and employment preparation * internships and job placements * links to jobs and consulting services" Call or email to register English Wheelchair accessible building, some doors not automated * barrier free washrooms * elevator with lowered buttons * designated parking Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-07-25T04:00:00 4228722 3090 Kingston Rd Scarborough M1M 1P2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.2315480345766, 43.7263091045825]}"
5 79 Seneca College 1 York Gate Blvd, 2nd Fl, Toronto, ON M3N 3A1 Black Creek, 24 416-491-5050 ext 44746 bebena.demian@senecacollege.ca "www.senecacollege.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence
Academic Upgrading
Helps individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into postsecondary education, apprenticeship training or employment" Call for information and to arrange pre-assessment English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-10-16T04:00:00 11297202 1 York Gate Blvd North York M3N 3A1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.5194393493309, 43.758498548546]}"
6 188 Dixon Hall Neighbourhood Services 489 Queen St E, Unit 300, Toronto, ON M5A 1V1 Moss Park, 73 416-956-4949 esc.info@dixonhall.org "www.dixonhall.org" Primarily serves adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence * must have facility in English or French and literacy skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum "Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * maintains four delivery streams including Aboriginal, Francophone, Deaf and Anglophone
Also academic upgrading that helps individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into postsecondary education, apprenticeship training or employment" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door Mon-Fri 9:30 am-4 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-06-25T04:00:00 4015021 489 Queen St E former Toronto M5A 1V1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3585727323113, 43.6567220568618]}"
7 189 PTP -- Adult Learning and Employment Programs 815 Danforth Ave, Ste 201, Toronto, ON M4J 1L2 Danforth Village-Toronto, 66 416-510-3266 vickyj@ptp.ca "www.ptp.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door ; Street parking - not designated Literacy and Basic Skills -- Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * Academic Upgrading -- Mon-Wed 5:30 pm-8:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-08-28T04:00:00 7569237 815 Danforth Ave former Toronto M4J 1L2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3409712694603, 43.6794389537811]}"
8 190 PTP -- Adult Learning and Employment Programs 5415 Dundas St W, Ste 200, Toronto, ON M9B 1B5 Islington-City Centre West, 14 416-239-7309 annemariew@ptp.ca "www.ptp.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services that help learners transition to their goals of employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-08-28T04:00:00 8087266 5415 Dundas St W Etobicoke M9B 1B5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.5412901930194, 43.63396461279291]}"
9 191 Centre for Community Learning & Development Parliament Street Library, 269 Gerrard St E, 2nd Fl, Toronto, ON M5A 2G3 Moss Park, 73 416-968-6989 admin@tccld.org "www.tccld.org" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call or drop in to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Office -- Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * programs -- Mon-Fri 9:30 am-3:30 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-07-08T04:00:00 4014968 269 Gerrard St E former Toronto M5A 2G3 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3679546858488, 43.6618297331715]}"
10 192 Parkdale Project Read 1209 King St W, Unit 2, Toronto, ON M6K 1G2 South Parkdale, 85 416-531-6308 info@parkdaleprojectread.org "www.parkdaleprojectread.org" Ontario residents 16 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Community Literacy Program -- Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * Literacy Through Hip Hop -- after school program for children and youth 8-13 years
Also academic upgrading services that help individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into college-based postsecondary education and training programs (such as apprenticeship) * partnership with George Brown College" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Street parking Mon-Thu 10 am-9 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 12353183 1209 King St W former Toronto M6K 1G2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4268297408699, 43.6388565490334]}"
11 193 Street Haven at the Crossroads Adelaide Resource Centre for Women, 67 Adelaide St E, 3rd Fl, Toronto, ON M5C 1K6 Church-Yonge Corridor, 75 416-392-9230 thelearningcentre@streethaven.com "www.streethaven.com" Women 19 years and older, who are homeless or precariously housed, marginalized or socially isolated, and who may have experienced challenges related to mental health, trauma or addiction, and who want to improve their literacy and numeracy skills * must have sufficient English language skills to benefit fully from instruction, and literacy skills below Grade 12 Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call for appointment English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Elevator to third floor Mon-Fri 9 pm-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2016-01-05T05:00:00 8313241 67 Adelaide St E former Toronto M5C 1K6 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3751832564414, 43.6508956684072]}"
12 194 Toronto Public Library 2793 Keele St, Toronto, ON M3M 2G3 Lansing-Westgate, 38 416-395-5724 tnatale@torontopubliclibrary.ca "torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Mon-Tue 12:30 pm-8:30 pm, Wed 9 am-5 pm, Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 11585136 2793 Keele St North York M3M 2G3 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4820597190436, 43.7289330109917]}"
13 195 Toronto Catholic District School Board St Leonard Adult Education Centre, 100 Ravel Rd, Toronto, ON M2H 1S9 Bayview Woods-Steeles, 49 416-397-6072 contact.adulted@tcdsb.org "www.tcdsb.org/adulted" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence
Program Locations
Francis Libermann Catholic Secondary School, 4640 Finch Ave E
Learning Enrichment Foundation, 116 Industry St
Norfinch Centre, 45 Norfinch Dr
St Jane Frances School, 2745 Jane St
St Leonard Adult Education Centre, 100 Ravel Rd" Call to arrange an interview/assessment English Not Accessible ; Accessibility at program locations vary -- call for details Office -- Mon-Fri 9 am-2:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-08-12T04:00:00 13315640 100 Ravel Rd North York M2H 1S9 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.367340385707, 43.7919518364679]}"
14 196 CNIB, Toronto Region 1929 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M4G 3E8 Bridle Path-Sunnybrook-York Mills, 41 416-486-2500 alice.burton@cnib.ca "www.cnib.ca" Deafblind Ontario residents 19 years and older whose literacy skills are below Grade 12, and who are proficient enough to benefit fully from the language of instruction Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services that help learners transition to their goals of employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-06-24T04:00:00 7632534 1929 Bayview Ave North York M4G 3E8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3775239948021, 43.7173309693322]}"
15 197 Native Women's Resource Centre of Toronto 191 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2E5 Moss Park, 73 416-963-9963 literacy@nwrct.ca "www.nwrct.ca" Primarily serves adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence * must have facility in English or French and literacy skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum "Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * maintains four delivery streams including Aboriginal, Francophone, Deaf and Anglophone
Also academic upgrading services that help individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into college-based postsecondary education and training programs (such as apprenticeship)" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance - side entrance with lift -- call for details ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; street parking Mon-Fri 10 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-05-12T04:00:00 7673032 191 Gerrard St E former Toronto M5A 2E5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.372470929454, 43.660726237345]}"
16 198 Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre 439 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2B1 Moss Park, 73 416-360-4350 cdo@councilfire.ca "www.councilfire.ca" Primarily serves adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence * must have facility in English or French and literacy skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum "Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * maintains four delivery streams including Aboriginal, Francophone, Deaf and Anglophone
Also academic upgrading services that help individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into college-based postsecondary education and training programs (such as apprenticeship)" Call to arrange interview English ; Cree ; Micmac ; Ojibway ; Oneida Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-09-24T04:00:00 7650863 439 Dundas St E former Toronto M5A 2B1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3662916895423, 43.659211991522]}"
17 199 Canadian Hearing Society 271 Spadina Rd, 3rd Fl, Toronto, ON M5R 2V3 Casa Loma, 96 416-928-2500 wfl@chs.ca "www.chs.ca" Culturally deaf, oral deaf, deafened and hard of hearing adults 18 years and older who are Ontario residents whose literacy skills are below Grade 12, and who are proficient enough in ASL and English to benefit fully from the program Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services that help learners transition to their goals of employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English ; American Sign Language (ASL) Easy access to elevator ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance ; Designated parking in underground parking lot close to elevators Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-05-05T04:00:00 870336 271 Spadina Rd former Toronto M5R 2V3 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4076688700583, 43.6771853279985]}"
18 200 Labour Education Centre Ontario Federation of Labour, 15 Gervais Dr, Ste 100, Toronto, ON M3C 1Y8 Banbury-Don Mills, 42 416-537-6532 info@laboureducation.org "www.laboureducation.org" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call 416-537-6532 ext 2204 to arrange interview or drop in English Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance - ramp from sidewalk ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; Agency on main floor Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit 2016-01-06T05:00:00 519679 15 Gervais Dr North York M3C 1Y8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3358655986042, 43.722142818772]}"
19 201 LAMP Community Health Centre 185 Fifth St, Toronto, ON M8V 2Z5 New Toronto, 18 416-252-9701 ext 243 learning@lampchc.org "www.lampchc.org" Persons 19-65 years * primarily serves adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence * must have facility in English and literacy skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Thu 9 am-9 pm, Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-12-12T05:00:00 1001336 185 Fifth St Etobicoke M8V 2Z5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.5034306601732, 43.603564728631]}"
20 216 Toronto Public Library 1745 Eglinton Ave W, Toronto, ON M6E 2H4 Oakwood Village, 107 416-394-1054 tnorouzi@torontopubliclibrary.ca "www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy/" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Tue 12:30 pm-8:30 pm, Wed 10 am-6 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 8649764 1745 Eglinton Ave W York M6E 2H4 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4472464011258, 43.6960307392784]}"
21 202 Davenport Perth Neighbourhood and Community Health Centre 1900 Davenport Rd, Toronto, ON M6N 1B7 Weston-Pellam Park, 91 416-656-8025 ext 421 or 420 info@dpnchc.ca "www.dpnchc.com" Primarily serves adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence * must have facility in English and literacy skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum Literacy and Basic Skills -- literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator - lowered buttons with braille features ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door Programs -- Mon-Thu 1 pm-3 pm or 7 pm-9 pm based on available space and client need (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-10-06T04:00:00 2216185 1900 Davenport Rd former Toronto M6N 1B7 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4548585931816, 43.6709200141219]}"
22 203 Seneca College 1750 Finch Ave E, Toronto, ON M2J 2X5 Don Valley Village, 47 416-491-5050 ext 26620 "www.senecacollege.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence
Also academic upgrading that helps individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into postsecondary education, apprenticeship training or employment" Call for information or to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated parking Office -- Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-06-03T04:00:00 515776 1750 Finch Ave E North York M2J 2X5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3489876442641, 43.7957808076358]}"
23 204 Toronto District School Board Bickford Centre, 777 Bloor St W, Rm 214B, Toronto, ON M6G 1L6 Palmerston-Little Italy, 80 416-393-1995 upgrading@tdsb.on.ca "www.upgrademyskills.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * program offered at several locations * funded by Employment Ontario" Call to register for information session English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance - including Montrose Ave entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-02-09T05:00:00 772989 777 Bloor St W former Toronto M6G 1L6 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4198340161091, 43.6624299848934]}"
24 205 Toronto District School Board Pharmacy Adult Learning Centre, 1641 Pharmacy Ave, Toronto, ON M1R 2L2 Beechborough-Greenbrook, 112 416-396-6904 upgrading@tdsb.on.ca "www.upgrademyskills.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * program offered at several locations * funded by Employment Ontario" Call to register for information session English Unknown Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-02-09T05:00:00 373500 1641 Pharmacy Ave Scarborough M1R 2L2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.313002607885, 43.7673772800379]}"
25 206 Seneca College 3660 Midland Ave, Toronto, ON M1V 0B8 Milliken, 130 416-293-3722 ext 261 "www.senecacollege.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence
Also academic upgrading that helps individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into postsecondary education, apprenticeship training or employment" Call for information or to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated parking Mon-Thu 8:30 am-7:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-06-03T04:00:00 10747544 3660 Midland Ave Scarborough M1V 0B8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.2926356068854, 43.81352620453761]}"
26 207 Corbrook 581 Trethewey Dr, Toronto, ON M6M 4B8 Brookhaven-Amesbury, 30 416-245-5565 info@corbrook.com "www.corbrook.com" Adults 18-60 years with a developmental disability * some services available to adults with other disabilities on a fee-for-service basis -- call for details * Day respite -- teens 14-18 years "Training, employment services and supported community activities -- employment counselling and placement * transition to work program * job search workshops * job skills training * workplace supports * adult literacy and learning skills * goal setting * information and referral to community and social services
Day respite for teens -- arts, recreation and skills development" "Call for information * for most services, clients must apply through Developmental Services Ontario, 1-855-372-3858 (1-855-DS-ADULT)" English ; American Sign Language (ASL) ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Hindi ; Italian ; Polish ; Portuguese ; Urdu Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated parking Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:15 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-05-26T04:00:00 11461984 581 Trethewey Dr North York M6M 4B8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4922316890318, 43.6964354645934]}"
27 215 Toronto Public Library 30 Sewells Rd, Toronto, ON M1B 3G5 Malvern, 132 416-396-3668 shantarambharose@torontopubliclibrary.ca "torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Designated parking Wed 10 am-6 pm, Thu 12:30 pm-8:30 pm, Fri 10 am-6 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 384412 30 Sewell's Rd Scarborough M1B 3G5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.2163862372284, 43.8085677057494]}"
28 208 Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre 439 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2B1 Moss Park, 73 416-360-4350 cdo@councilfire.ca "www.councilfire.ca" Aboriginal people, including First Nations, Inuit and Metis "Aboriginal community service centre * assistance with emergency problems * focus on Native cultural and spiritual awareness
Meal Program -- lunch Monday-Sunday 12 noon-12:30 pm * supper Monday-Thursday 4 pm-4:30 pm
Health -- long term care support services
Counselling unit -- information, counselling and referral * self-help groups
Gathering place -- drop-in * social programs and events * crafts and hobby groups
Child and Family -- parenting group * prenatal nutrition program * community kitchen
Youth -- individual support * nutrition and healthy lifestyles workshops
Education Sector -- academic upgrading * basic computer training and Microsoft Office Specialist certification * carpentry pre-apprenticeship program" Drop in or call English ; Cree ; Micmac ; Ojibway ; Oneida Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * some evening and weekend programs (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-12-05T05:00:00 7650863 439 Dundas St E former Toronto M5A 2B1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3662916895423, 43.659211991522]}"
29 209 Frontier College 35 Jackes Ave, Toronto, ON M4T 1E2 Rosedale-Moore Park, 98 416-923-3591 information@frontiercollege.ca "www.frontiercollege.ca" Children, youth and adults who have trouble with reading and writing "Literacy programs for children, youth and adults
Independent Studies -- for adults 18 years and older with cognitive or developmental disabilities * literacy, numeracy and basic computer skills * to help increase self-confidence and independence * to help student achieve goals related to further education, employment or life opportunities * small group and one to one instruction
Training provided for all program volunteers" Call for information English ; French - (by appointment) Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Non-powered swing door at entrance Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-02-12T05:00:00 825331 35 Jackes Ave former Toronto M4T 1E2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3907602726941, 43.6851859712139]}"
30 210 George Brown College St James Campus, Building A, 200 King St E, Rm 534E, Toronto, ON M5A 3W8 Moss Park, 73 Reception 416-415-5000 ext 2458 ; Information sessions 416-415-5000 ext 2315 transitions@georgebrown.ca "www.georgebrown.ca/A107-2013-2014" Youth and adults 19-65 years who are dealing with addiction or mental health issues Supported education program -- 3 semesters * focus on interpersonal skills, problem solving, career and vocational exploration and planning * college credit courses include English, computer skills, as well as a range of mandatory and elective courses * individual supportive counselling and follow-up * participants may achieve an Ontario College Certificate upon successful completion of the program -- call for details Self referrals accepted * submit completed referral form and Personal Information Agreement, available on website * attend information session and complete English literacy writing assessment * intake January, May or September -- contact 416-415-5000 ext 2315 for next information session date and location English Designated parking at entrance - also street parking ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm * information sessions -- call for details (50) Non Profit 2015-06-02T04:00:00 828085 200 King St E former Toronto M5A 3W8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3701856618948, 43.651100464233]}"
31 211 Toronto Public Library 1515 Albion Rd, Toronto, ON M9V 1B2 Mount Olive-Silverstone-Jamestown, 2 416-394-5173 shantarambharose@torontopubliclibrary.ca "www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy/" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Mon 12:30 pm-8:30 pm, Tue 10 am-6 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 982435 1515 Albion Rd Etobicoke M9V 1B2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.5841682141778, 43.7398528744664]}"
32 212 Toronto Public Library 888 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON M3C 1P6 Banbury-Don Mills, 42 416-395-5849 dcox@torontopubliclibrary.ca "torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Tue 12:30 pm-8:30 pm, Thu 10 am-6 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 535891 888 Lawrence Ave E North York M3C 1P6 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3474755394278, 43.7366195824926]}"
33 213 Centre for Addiction and Mental Health 1709 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6N 1J2 Weston-Pellam Park, 91 416-535-8501 ext 77300 "www.camh.ca" Young adults experiencing early signs of psychosis First Episode LEARN -- includes General Education Development (GED), recovery and family programs Psychiatrist referral -- form available online * must have a psychiatrist and case manager English ; Access to trained interpreters available for French and other languages Wheelchair accessible main entrance, assistance needed with door Administration -- Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * programs -- call for details (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-02-25T05:00:00 8731237 1709 St Clair Ave W former Toronto M6N 1J2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4595701091836, 43.674020349142]}"
34 214 Toronto Public Library 35 Fairview Mall Dr, Toronto, ON M2J 4S4 Don Valley Village, 47 416-395-5765 dcox@torontopubliclibrary.ca "torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Mon 12:30 pm-8:30 pm, Wed 10 am-6 pm, Fri 10 am-6 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 514036 35 Fairview Mall Dr North York M2J 4S4 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3467821795805, 43.7791102394129]}"
35 217 Toronto Public Library 5120 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M2N 5N9 Lansing-Westgate, 38 416-395-5554 astudzinska@torontopubliclibrary.ca "torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Mon 9 am-5 pm, Tue 12:30 pm-8:30 pm, Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 3841976 5120 Yonge St North York M2N 5N9 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4141004069662, 43.7682042587784]}"
36 218 Toronto Public Library 1785 Finch Ave W, Toronto, ON M3N 1M6 Black Creek, 24 416-395-0810 tnatale@torontopubliclibrary.ca "torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Thu 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 516002 1785 Finch Ave W North York M3N 1M6 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.5073591941676, 43.75896488518741]}"
37 219 Toronto Public Library 170 Memorial Park Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 2K5 Danforth Village-East York, 59 416-396-3852 astudzinska@torontopubliclibrary.ca "torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence" Call to arrange interview English Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator - braille ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door Wed 12:30 pm-8:30 pm, Thu 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 7846745 170 Memorial Park Ave East York M4J 2K5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.32971338018892, 43.6921382936961]}"
38 220 JVS Toronto 74 Tycos Dr, Toronto, ON M6B 1V9 Yorkdale-Glen Park, 31 416-787-1151 services@jvstoronto.org "www.jvstoronto.org" "Most programs and services open to all
Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC) -- Unemployed youth 16-29 years, not currently attending school * must be available Mon-Fri 9:30 am-4:30 pm
YouthReach -- Youth 18-30 years, on probation, parole or bail, not in school and looking for work
Integrated Work Experience Strategy (IWES) Bridge to Work Program -- Arrived in Canada no more than 3 years ago * Permanent resident with postsecondary education and eligible to work in Canada * unemployed or underemployed internationally educated professionals * postsecondary education with minimum 2 to 3 years work experience in IT/ICT * must have Canadian Language Benchmark Level 7-8 in each section of the Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment * see website for application procedures" "Ontario Employment Services (OES) -- program offered at these Toronto locations -- see separate entries:
Toronto Centre, 111 Wellesley St
Toronto North, 1280 Finch Ave W
Jane-Finch Mall, 1911 Finch Ave W
Scarborough, 2868 Ellesmere Rd
Visiting office located at the Bathurst-Finch Hub, 550 Finch Ave W, North York * 416-633-1240
Markham office located at 3780 14th Ave, Suite 110, Markham * 905-470-9675
Employment Support for Newcomers -- mentoring * matches internationally trained professionals and trades people with professionals in their field
Integrated Work Experience Strategy (IWES) Bridge to Work Program -- 6 week full time classes including Workplace Culture, Workplace Communication, interactive workshops, resume preparation, job search and interview skills, support groups, networking and mentoring
Employment Support for Persons with Disabilities -- vocational counselling and employment planning * employment preparation services with community-based work trials and job placement * job coaching and job maintenance * self employment workshop * group programs to enhance personal and vocational growth * focus on Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) Employment Supports Program clients
Specialized Assessments -- psychovocational assessments for adults * psychoeducational assessments for children * assessments for gifted programs * diagnosis of learning problems in children, teens and adults * remediation for adults with learning problems * emotional intelligence testing * vocational evaluations for employment, training and educational potential
Cogmed Working Memory Training Program -- 5 week intensive program for children, youth and adults who have been diagnosed with working memory deficits, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD) and some learning disabilities
Toronto Youth Job Corps (TYJC) -- Full time program of 5 weeks paid employment preparation and hands-on community project; paid job placement of 16-24 weeks
YouthReach -- Employment counselling * referrals to community resources * resume writing and job search assistance * caseworkers can meet clients at any convenient location" Call or email English ; American Sign Language (ASL) ; Bulgarian ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Farsi ; Hebrew ; Hindi ; Italian ; Polish ; Punjabi ; Russian ; Spanish ; Turkish ; Urdu ; Yiddish Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms and elevator * street parking close to entrance Mon-Thu 9 am-5 pm, Fri 9 am-4 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-07-09T04:00:00 570702 74 Tycos Dr North York M6B 1V9 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.456129211814, 43.7054721572879]}"
39 221 East York Learning Experience 266 Donlands Ave, Toronto, ON M4J 5B1 Danforth Village-East York, 59 416-425-2666 eyle@idirect.com "eyle.toronto.on.ca" Adult residents of catchment area who are 18 years and older with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms Mon 2:30 pm-9 pm, Tue 9 am-9 pm, Wed-Thu 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-06-09T04:00:00 6208932 266 Donlands Ave East York M4J 5B1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3419050751284, 43.689647693704]}"
40 222 Toronto Catholic District School Board Catholic Education Centre, 80 Sheppard Ave E, Toronto, ON M2N 6E8 Willowdale East, 51 416-222-8282 ext 5314 ; Admissions 416-222-8282 ext 5320 ; Adult Education Programs 416-222-8282 ext 5348 webmaster@tcdsb.org "www.tcdsb.org" Elementary level -- Roman Catholic children and children of Roman Catholic parents * secondary level open to all "Full academic program in a Roman Catholic environment * kindergarten through grade 12 * single gender and coeducational secondary schools * Catholic family life education * Adult Education * Advance Placement Program * alternative education programs * French as a second language and Immersion * International Baccalaureate Program * Specialist High Skills Major programming * Dual Credit * School Within a College * Ontario Youth Apprenticeship * special education programs for exceptional children * schools specializing in arts, technology and media * support services
Adult Education -- adult upgrading centres * English as a Second Language (ESL) classes -- see website for locations * Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry * Enhanced Language Training (ELT) * citizenship and international language classes
Support Services -- child care centres, after school programs, caregiver and child drop-ins and parenting centres at some schools -- call 416-222-8282 ext 2475 for information * nutrition programs, home instruction, social work, psychological and psychiatric services, guidance counselling, program for persons who are deaf or hard of hearing, reading, speech and language correction, community liaison, chaplaincy and peer ministry programs, interpreter services and transportation for persons with physical disabilities after school literacy clubs * Comprehensive Literacy -- remedial literacy instruction for children up to Grade 3 * Orientation Centre -- placement centre for new Canadian secondary school students, call 416-393-5500 for appointment * individual schools listed in the telephone directory under Toronto Catholic District School Board" "Contact nearest Catholic school for appointment * contact admissions department if appropriate documentation lacking -- proof of citizenship/landed immigrant status, residency, and (elementary students only) baptism into Roman Catholic faith * visit soar.tcdsb.org for application form" English ; French - (school programs) ; Interpreters in other languages available upon request Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * accessible elevators * designated and street parking close to entrance Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:45 pm * after hours -- answering service, emergency calls responded to immediately (50) Non Profit 2015-07-08T04:00:00 5200663 80 Sheppard Ave E North York M2N 6E8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4080959749568, 43.7628440940644]}"
41 223 Native Child and Family Services of Toronto 30 College St, Toronto, ON M5G 1K2 Bay Street Corridor, 76 416-969-8510 info@nativechild.org "www.nativechild.org" "Aboriginal people, including First Nations, Inuit and Mtis * children in need of protection under the Child and Family Services Act
PAR program -- offenders 18 years and older, ordered by the court to attend the program in response to a criminal charge involving domestic violence" "Child protection services * family violence treatment and prevention including child sexual abuse * individual and family counselling * programs for women in abusive relationships * member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario * children's mental health program * recruitment, education and support for foster and adoptive parents * addiction and mental health case management * early intervention/care planning * aftercare
Partner Assault Response (PAR) -- 12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict * victims/partners of the offender provided with support including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offenders progress
Prevention and Support Programs -- family support and development * parenting circles * community kitchen * clothing bank
Youth Programs -- drop-in for youth 16-24 years * outreach * counselling * support * transitional housing * substance abuse prevention * HIV prevention * social, recreation and cultural activities
Educational Programs -- Aboriginal Ontario Early Years Centre -- local lead agency for Ontario Early Years Centres * education and support for families with children birth-6 years * summer day camp and residential camp * GED program at Native Learning Centre (83 Alexander Street, tel. 416-393-0358) and Scarborough office -- for youth 18-20 years
See branch records for additional information" "Drop in or call
PAR program -- call to schedule an intake/assessment meeting" English ; Ojibway ; interpreters for other Native languages Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * evening appointments and programs (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2016-01-28T05:00:00 7762663 30 College St former Toronto M5G 1K2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3845543724299, 43.6613333748017]}"
42 224 Alpha-Toronto 90 Richmond St E, Ste 302, Toronto, ON M5C 1P1 Church-Yonge Corridor, 75 416-542-1574 alphatoronto@bellnet.ca "www.alpha-toronto.ca" Francophone adults without a high school diploma, including those receiving social assistance through Ontario Works Group programs in community locations * form filling for people who cannot read or write * Bibliothque Marie Luce-LeBlanc * basic skills employment network * outreach, information and referral * FBO-ACE college preparation program (in collaboration with Collge Boral) * collaboration with francophone community colleges, school boards and employment programs * literacy programs -- see branch record Referral or self referral French Not Accessible Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30 (50) Non Profit 2015-03-13T04:00:00 13505295 90 Richmond St E former Toronto M5C 1P1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3746228534956, 43.6528740216826]}"
43 225 Alexandra Park Neighbourhood Learning Centre Scadding Court Community Centre, 707 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M5T 2W6 Kensington-Chinatown, 78 416-591-7384 info@apnlc.org "www.apnlc.org" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange intake/assessment. English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * wheelchair lift to lower level Mon-Fri 9 am-8 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-03-16T04:00:00 796653 707 Dundas St W former Toronto M5T 2W6 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.404893894284, 43.6517857045587]}"
44 226 PTP -- Adult Learning and Employment Programs 815 Danforth Ave, Ste 201, Toronto, ON M4J 1L2 Danforth Village-Toronto, 66 416-510-3266 vickyj@ptp.ca "www.ptp.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older * must be able to communicate in English Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * academic upgrading services * GED (high school equivalency) preparation * helps individuals develop necessary skills for entry into college-based postsecondary education or training programs such as apprenticeship * one-to-one or small group instruction * may assist with TTC costs * in partnership with Seneca College Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door ; Street parking - not designated Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-08-11T04:00:00 7569237 815 Danforth Ave former Toronto M4J 1L2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3409712694603, 43.6794389537811]}"
45 227 Toronto City Mission 2610 Birchmount Rd, Toronto, ON M1W 2P5 Tam O'Shanter-Sullivan, 118 416-922-6223 info@torontocitymission.com "www.torontocitymission.com" Persons in catchment areas who are financially challenged After school programs for children and youth in various locations * summer camps for children and families * March break, summer day camps for elementary school children * tutoring, homework assistance * GED prep course for mothers * teen leadership programs Call for details English Not all locations wheelchair accessible -- call for details Office -- Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm * program hours vary (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-10-21T04:00:00 308647 2610 Birchmount Rd Scarborough M1W 2P5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.303023841729, 43.7907604262273]}"
46 228 York West Active Living Centre 1901 Weston Rd, Toronto, ON M9N 3P5 Weston, 113 416-245-4395 info@ywalc.ca "www.ywalc.ca" Adults 55 years and older Community based resource centre * social and recreational programs * foot care * arthritis clinic * hearing clinic * diabetes clinic * income tax clinic * fitness classes * information and referral -- pensions, health, food * lunch program * Good Food Box distribution -- see separate entry for FoodShare * Caribbean Cultural Program * low vision and blind support groups and counselling * YMCA literacy program * participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry * Muslim social group * beauty clinic * volunteer opportunities Drop in and speak with staff English ; Italian ; Spanish Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated parking Office Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm * program times vary (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-12-02T05:00:00 11226756 1901 Weston Rd York M9N 3P5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.515990059799, 43.7005804761155]}"
47 229 Corbrook 931 Progress Ave, Units 1-3, Toronto, ON M1G 3V5 Woburn, 137 416-431-9000 info@corbrook.com "www.corbrook.com" Adults 18-60 years with a developmental disability * some services available to adults with other disabilities on a fee-for-service basis -- call for details * Day respite -- teens 14-18 years "Training, employment services and supported community activities -- employment counselling and placement * transition to work program * job search workshops * job skills training * workplace supports * adult literacy and learning skills * goal setting * information and referral to community and social services
REVEL -- recreational and skills-building activities
Day respite for teens -- arts, recreation and skills development
Centennial College Food Packaging and Processing Certificate -- in-class theoretical training at Centennial College * practical skills training at Corbrook * coop placements" "Call for information * for most services, clients must apply through Developmental Services Ontario, 1-855-372-3858 (1-855-DS-ADULT)" English ; Chinese (Cantonese) ; Chinese (Mandarin) ; Farsi ; Polish ; Portuguese ; Punjabi ; Urdu Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated parking Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:15 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-05-26T04:00:00 13503976 931 Progress Ave Scarborough M1G 3V5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.2304292126706, 43.7837272494807]}"
48 236 Toronto Public Library 20 Covington Rd, Toronto, ON M6A 3C1 Englemount-Lawrence, 32 416-395-5424 tnorouzi@torontopubliclibrary.ca "www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/adult-literacy/" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Thu-Fri 10 am-6 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-02T05:00:00 10851792 20 Covington Rd North York M6A 3C1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4322078190403, 43.7207939336403]}"
49 230 Community MicroSkills Development Centre 21 Panorama Crt, Ste 2202, Toronto, ON M9V 3S6 Mount Olive-Silverstone-Jamestown, 2 416-247-7181 ext 2901 admin@microskills.ca "www.microskills.ca" "Ontario Employment Services:
Self-service information and resources -- anyone, including people with jobs, those who are under-employed, people looking for work, students, apprentices, internationally trained individuals, employers
Assisted services (such as supported job search, job matching and placement, job retention services) -- people who are unemployed and out of school
Employers can get help in identifying their human resource skill requirements, matching of position/workplace needs to participants' skills, capabilities, interests and experience, and support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support success and retention
Women's Services -- Immigrant, refugee, and racial minority women with little or no work experience or whose credentials are not recognized * underemployed women or those with limited or no income * single mothers on social assistance * women who have been out of the workforce * women who have experienced violence" "Ontario Employment Services -- Comprehensive employment and job search services * assessment of skills, interests and experience * job search strategies, including resume preparation * information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities * on-the-job training, work experience * help in maintaining employment * information and referral to other employment and community services
Second Career Program -- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers
Women's Services -- Employment Services, including bridging and outreach programs for women needing pre-employment supports before entering the labour market * career planning and job skills * upgrading for English, basic math and computer skills * life skills * volunteer opportunities * programs can be customized and delivered off-site with community partners on request * Individual and group counselling for women experiencing violence
Newcomer Services -- Settlement services for newcomers, immigrants and refugees * needs assessment, counselling, workshops, information and referral * English language training including LINC and ELT * employment and skills training * Job Search Workshop * Bridge to Work Program for internationally trained individuals * assistance with form filling, interpretation, translation
Community Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST Program) -- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks * trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development" "Call or drop in * for general information on Employment Ontario services call the toll-free Employment Ontario Contact Centre at 1-800-387-5656 (TTY 1-866-533-6339) or visit www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/employmentontario/" English Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-09-23T04:00:00 2984824 21 Panorama Crt Etobicoke M9V 4E3 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.5815258930918, 43.7463026115399]}"
50 231 YMCA of Greater Toronto 4580 Dufferin St, 2nd Fl, Toronto, ON M3H 5Y2 York University Heights, 27 416-635-9622 ext 201 "www.ymcagta.org" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence
Also academic upgrading that helps individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into postsecondary education, apprenticeship training or employment
Small group instruction, one-to-one tutoring, computer-based training, including distance E-Learning * ongoing intake" Call for information and to arrange an interview/assessment English Easy access to elevator ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door Mon, Wed 9 am-8 pm * Tue, Thu 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-07-30T04:00:00 5468267 4580 Dufferin St North York M3H 5Y2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4676820212076, 43.769682273965]}"
51 232 Native Child and Family Services of Toronto 156/156A Galloway Rd, Toronto, ON M1E 1X2 West Hill, 136 416-969-8510 info@nativechild.org "www.nativechild.org" Aboriginal people, including First Nations, Inuit and Metis * self-identified Native "Culturally-based programming with focus on community capacity building, empowerment and self-determination * sweat lodge ceremonies * Ojibway language classes * visiting elders * drop-in services
Children and Youth Programs -- after school programming * social and recreational activities * breakfast program * traditional dance * Young Warriors Club * homework club * summer camp * girls group * youth drop in * high school equivalency (GED) for youth 18-20 years
Parent and Family Programs -- addictions counselling * individual and family counselling * case management * Strengthening Families support group * housing workers * community kitchen * parenting skills classes" Drop in or call English ; Ojibway ; interpreters for other Native languages Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * some evening and weekend programs (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-08-22T04:00:00 336726 156 Galloway Rd Scarborough M1E 1X2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.1950571455083, 43.7621994967718]}"
52 233 Frontier College 35 Jackes Ave, Toronto, ON M4T 1E2 Rosedale-Moore Park, 98 416-923-3591 information@frontiercollege.ca "www.frontiercollege.ca" Youth 19-29 years who are out of school, at risk, street-involved or homeless, and Ontario residents with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills -- Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence
Also GED (high school equivalency) preparation course and computer skills training available" Call to arrange interview English Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Non-powered swing door at entrance Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-10-30T04:00:00 825331 35 Jackes Ave former Toronto M4T 1E2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3907602726941, 43.6851859712139]}"
53 234 West Neighbourhood House 1033 King St W, Toronto, ON M6K 3N3 Niagara, 82 416-848-7980 info@westnh.org "www.westnh.org/adults/index.php" Adult Learning -- persons 19 years and older, grade 12 education or less * Financial Advocacy and Problem Solving -- adults with low incomes and their families "Adult Learning Programs -- General Educational Development (GED) high school equivalency preparation * part time program, days or evenings
Financial Empowerment and Problem Solving (FEPS) -- 416-848-7980 ext 313 * information, referral and advocacy -- social assistance, income tax, credit, debt, financial services, savings, assets * public education * policy development
Book Nook -- book collection provided in partnership with Toronto Public Library * staffed by volunteers
Toronto Youth Job Corps -- see separate entry Toronto. Toronto Youth Job Corps" Call, drop in or visit the website English ; Spanish - FAPS program only ; Tamil - FAPS program only Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * Adult Learning -- Mon-Thu 9 am-9 pm, Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-01-09T05:00:00 14239173 1033 King St W former Toronto M6K 3N3 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4163920285256, 43.6409682799767]}"
54 235 Parkdale Project Read 1209 King St W, Unit 2, Toronto, ON M6K 1G2 South Parkdale, 85 416-531-6308 info@parkdaleprojectread.org "www.parkdaleprojectread.org" Persons 18 years and older who are fluent in English Literacy and numeracy training * individual and small group tutoring * training for volunteer tutors * vocational and academic upgrading counselling and referral * computer and math groups Appointments preferred English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features - assistance needed with door ; Street parking near entrance Mon-Thu 10 am-9 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-04-16T04:00:00 12353183 1209 King St W former Toronto M6K 1G2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4268297408699, 43.6388565490334]}"
55 237 Centre for Community Learning & Development 540 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2B3 Regent Park, 72 647-349-2244 "www.tccld.org" Residents of Regent Park, St James Town and Moss Park "Adult education, training and development * college preparation * community engagement * information and referral * health and wellness programs * Immigrant Women Integration Program (IWIP) and Literacy and Basic Skills -- see separate entries
Youth Empowering Parents (YEP) -- 12 week training program * newcomer youth teach adult newcomers basic English and computer skills" Call to register for courses, workshops and events English Wheelchair accessible including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * no designated parking Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-10-08T04:00:00 20235104 540 Dundas St E former Toronto M5A 2B3 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3633359251192, 43.6602097337096]}"
56 238 Collge Boral Alpha-Toronto, 90 Richmond St E, Ste 302, Toronto, ON M5C 1P1 Church-Yonge Corridor, 75 416-542-1574 alphatoronto@bellnet.ca "www.bdaa.ca/alpha/" Primarily serves Francophone adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence * must have facility in English or French and literacy skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum "Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * maintains four delivery streams including Aboriginal, Francophone, Deaf and Anglophone
ACE, a college certificate program that provides the equivalent of Grade 12, and is currently recognized by employers wishing to hire, by colleges for the purposes of admission, and by the Apprenticeship Office for admission into apprenticeship programs" Call to arrange interview French ; French - Designated Agency under the French Language Services Act Not Accessible Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30 (50) Non Profit 2015-03-16T04:00:00 13505295 90 Richmond St E former Toronto M5C 1P1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3746228534956, 43.6528740216826]}"
57 239 SPOT Art and Technology Centre Toronto Public Library, Malvern Branch, 30 Sewells Rd, Toronto, ON M1B 3G5 Malvern, 132 info@malvernspot.ca "www.malvernspot.ca" Youth and young adults 13-25 years "Youth centre * leadership, literacy, computer access * health and mental health education * youth lounge, recreation and social opportunities * performance space and recording studio * ProTech Media Centre -- multimedia computer lab * programming may vary -- email for details
Partnership of Toronto Public Library, City of Toronto (see separate entries) and local community agencies" Email or visit website for information English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Designated parking Mon-Fri 3 pm-8:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-09-29T04:00:00 384412 30 Sewell's Rd Scarborough M1B 3G5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.2163862372284, 43.8085677057494]}"
58 241 Dixon Hall Neighbourhood Services 449 Carlaw Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 3H9 North Riverdale, 68 416-956-4949 ext 201 haris.blentic@dixonhall.org "www.dixonhall.org" Youth, aboriginal people, or women who are underemployed or not working and not attending school Carpentry and home renovation paid training * academic upgrading * job skills * employment support * life skills training Call for information English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-06-26T04:00:00 14190782 449 Carlaw Ave former Toronto M4K 3H9 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3427502068894, 43.6682946990321]}"
59 242 Frontier College 1200 Markham Rd, Ste 525, Toronto, ON M1H 2Y9 Woburn, 137 647-258-8976 aparkin@frontiercollege.ca "www.frontiercollege.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * virtual tutoring options available Call to arrange interview English Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Administration -- Mon-Thu 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-07-14T04:00:00 4498793 1200 Markham Rd Scarborough M1H 3C3 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.232117555141, 43.7766098499215]}"
60 247 Alpha-Toronto 90 Richmond St E, Ste 302, Toronto, ON M5C 1P1 Church-Yonge Corridor, 75 416-542-1574 alphatoronto@bellnet.ca "www.alpha-toronto.ca" Primarily serves Francophone adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence * must have facility in English or French and literacy skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum "Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * maintains four delivery streams including Aboriginal, Francophone, Deaf and Anglophone
Also academic upgrading services that help individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into college-based postsecondary education and training programs (such as apprenticeship)" Call to arrange interview French Not Accessible Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30 (50) Non Profit 2015-03-13T04:00:00 13505295 90 Richmond St E former Toronto M5C 1P1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3746228534956, 43.6528740216826]}"
61 243 Afghan Women's Organization 789 Don Mills Rd, Ste 700, Toronto, ON M3C 1T5 Flemingdon Park, 44 416-588-3585 awo@afghanwomen.org "www.afghanwomen.org" Open to all * focus on Afghan community, particularly women, their families, refugees and people who have experienced war or persecution "Settlement services for immigrants and refugees * needs assessment * information and referral * advocacy * orientation * sponsorship of refugees * translation and interpretation * escort * assistance in finding housing * health workshops * mental health -- support groups, counselling, crisis intervention * heritage language classes * skills upgrading * adult literacy classes * seniors program * youth program
Job Search Workshops (JSW) -- for new immigrants and Convention refugees, legally entitled to work in Canada * 3 or 4 day job search techniques workshops, covering labour market information, access to trades and professions, resume preparation, networking * extensive individual assistance
Community Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST Program) -- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks * trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
Community development including Afghan Women's Catering Group * Afghan Sewing Circle * media and overseas projects * Settlement Program, formerly Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program
Also Mississauga office 905-279-3679" Call or drop in English ; Arabic ; Dari ; Farsi ; Pashto ; Uzbek Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * street parking close to entrance Mon-Tue, Thu-Fri 9 am-5 pm, Wed 9 am-7 pm, Sat 9:30 am-4:30 pm * some evening and weekend programs (50) Non Profit 2015-10-14T04:00:00 13497588 789 Don Mills Rd North York M3C 1T5 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3375187452367, 43.7185903714138]}"
62 244 Afghan Women's Organization 2555 Eglinton Ave E, Ste 211, Toronto, ON M1K 5J1 Kennedy Park, 124 416-266-1777 awo@afghanwomen.org "www.afghanwomen.org" Newcomers with a focus on women, their families, refugees and people who have experienced war or persecution "Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program -- needs assessment * information and referral * advocacy * orientation * sponsorship of refugees * translation and interpretation * escort * assistance in finding housing * health workshops * heritage language classes * skills upgrading * adult literacy classes * seniors program * youth program * Homework Club with individual assistance and group work * citizenship test preparation classes
Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry * childminding available * day or evening, full-time and part-time classes
Community Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST Program) -- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks * trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
Financial Literacy Project -- one month certificate course * individual counselling and orientation sessions
Family Support and mental health services -- parenting sessions * mental health -- support groups, counselling, crisis intervention * Womens Circle
Community development including Afghan Women's Catering Group * Afghan Sewing Circle * media and overseas projects" English ; Dari ; Pashto ; Urdu ; Uzbek Wheelchair accessible -- call for details * parking lot at rear Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm * some evening and weekend programs (50) Non Profit 2015-10-14T04:00:00 330704 2555 Eglinton Ave E Scarborough M1K 5J1 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.2573315668825, 43.7343464427622]}"
63 245 Afghan Women's Organization 747 Don Mills Rd, Bsmt, Toronto, ON M3C 1T2 Flemingdon Park, 44 416-422-2225 awo@afghanwomen.org "www.afghanwomen.org" Newcomers with a focus on women, their families, refugees and people who have experienced war or persecution "Immigrant Settlement and Adaptation Program -- needs assessment * information and referral * advocacy * orientation * sponsorship of refugees * translation and interpretation * escort * assistance in finding housing * health workshops * heritage language classes * skills upgrading * adult literacy classes * seniors program * youth program * Homework Club with individual assistance and group work * citizenship test preparation classes
Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry * childminding available * day or evening classes
Community Connections Mentorship Program (formerly HOST Program) -- group activities for newly arrived immigrants and refugees of all ages to help orient them to their new community and establish social and professional networks * trained and experienced volunteer mentors assist, with focus on citizenship and civic engagement or skills and career development
Financial Literacy Project -- one month certificate course * individual counselling and orientation sessions
Family Support and mental health services -- parenting sessions * mental health -- support groups, counselling, crisis intervention * Womens Circle
Community development including Afghan Women's Catering Group * Afghan Sewing Circle * media and overseas projects" English ; Dari ; Farsi ; Pashto ; Uzbek Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-10-14T04:00:00 507985 747 Don Mills Rd North York M3C 1T2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.33559802310221, 43.713545553586]}"
64 246 Centennial College 941 Progress Ave, Toronto, ON M1G 3T8 Woburn, 137 416-289-5000 ext 2500 "www.centennialcollege.ca/advancement/" Varies according to program -- see branch records for details Range of employment and upgrading programs -- see branch records for services Varies according to program -- see branch records for details English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * braille and tone elevator Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2012-07-13T04:00:00 13503978 941 Progress Ave Scarborough M1G 3T8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.2270264219067, 43.7852646605478]}"
65 248 Alexandra Park Neighbourhood Learning Centre Scadding Court Community Centre, 707 Dundas St W, Rm 2, Toronto, ON M5T 2W6 Kensington-Chinatown, 78 416-591-7384 info@apnlc.org "www.apnlc.org" Adults 19 years and older Academic Upgrading Program -- adult basic education, literacy and numeracy * one-to-one tutoring and small group learning Call for intake information English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * wheelchair lift to lower level Mon-Thu 9:30 am-8 pm, Fri 9:30 am to 5:30 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-06-04T04:00:00 796653 707 Dundas St W former Toronto M5T 2W6 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.404893894284, 43.6517857045587]}"
66 249 Somali Women and Children's Support Network Kingsview Village Public School, 1 York Rd, Toronto, ON M9R 3C8 Kingsview Village-The Westway, 6 416-241-6594 somaliwomen@bellnet.ca "www.somaliwomenandchildrensupportnetwork.com" Open to all members of the surrounding community Social, education and health related activities or support groups * ESL and literacy classes * employment program for immigrant women including sewing classes, computer classes * workshops * free child minding when parents are in programs and workshops Call to register English ; Somali Not Accessible Mon-Thu 9 am-4 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-09-11T04:00:00 1045581 1 York Rd Etobicoke M9R 3C8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.5507891278971, 43.6978666584909]}"
67 250 Toronto District School Board Head Office, 5050 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M2N 5N8 Lansing-Westgate, 38 416-397-3000; Reception 416-395-8155 "www.tdsb.on.ca" "Academic, commercial and technical, day and night, credit and general interest classes * after school programs, child care, food programs * adult education and services * Alternative Schools programs * English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy, citizenship and heritage language classes * French immersion * International Baccalaureate * special education including education programs for children and youth 14-21 years with developmental disabilities * support services
Adult Education and Services -- academic upgrading * day schools * Pre-Apprenticeship Program -- child development practitioner 416-393-0958 * employment centres and Ontario Works programs * ESL resource centres * Enhanced Language Training (ELT) * participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry * Literacy and Basic Skills (LBS) * newcomer services * reception centres for immigrants and refugees -- see separate entries
Alternative Schools Program -- flexible learning environments to meet students needs, Alternative Schools List * culturally focused schools include Africentric Alternative Elementary School 416-395-5251, First Nations School of Toronto 416-393-0555, Triangle Program LGBTQ Secondary School 416-393-8443
Metropolitan Toronto School for the Deaf -- elementary school that operates completely in American Sign Language (ASL)
Support Services -- guidance counselling * home instruction * homework help through Independent Learning Centre (ILC) see separate entry * interpreting services for families and schools * psychiatry * psychology * reading and speech correction * social work * transportation for persons with physical disabilities * Parenting and Family Literacy Centres, 416-394-2067 * Welcoming Communities for TDSB Newcomer Youth and Kids -- see separate entry * youth alienation programs include advocacy, housing project for students in dire need, outreach to youth in community agencies and shelters * all services may not be available in all locations
e-Learning -- www.tdsb.on.ca/elearning * day school program * secondary credit courses offered through the Internet * partnership with Ministry of Education
Next Steps Employment Centre -- also offered at Mississauga East (905-896-2233), Mississauga West (905-814-8406) and Vaughan 905-851-6651 * for Toronto locations see separate entries
For more information see branch listings" English Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Wheelchair access from North York Civic Centre Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-02-09T05:00:00 7130408 5050 Yonge St North York M2N 5N8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4134194857239, 43.7670485971463]}"
68 251 West Neighbourhood House 248 Ossington Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 3A2 Trinity-Bellwoods, 81 416-539-9000 literacy@westnh.org "www.westnh.org/programs-and-resources/adults/learning-programs/adult-literacy-program/" Primarily serves adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence * must have facility in English or French and literacy skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * maintains four delivery streams including Aboriginal, Francophone, Deaf and Anglophone
Academic Upgrading Program
Helps individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into postsecondary education, apprenticeship training or employment * small classroom instruction * in partnership with George Brown College" Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall Mon-Thu 9 am-9 pm, Fri 9 am-5 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-11-26T05:00:00 7552886 248 Ossington Ave former Toronto M6J 3A2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4212098225742, 43.6497730874438]}"
69 252 Centennial College Ashtonbee Campus, 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Toronto, ON M1L 4N4 Wexford-Maryvale, 119 416-289-5000 ext 7022 jboatswain@centennialcollege.ca "www.centennialcollege.ca" Primarily serves adult learners wanting to improve their literacy and numeracy skills to achieve goals of further education and training, employment or increased independence * must have facility in English or French and literacy skills below Grade 12 of the Ontario Curriculum Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, post-secondary education or independence * maintains four delivery streams including Aboriginal, Francophone, Deaf and Anglophone Call to arrange interview English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * braille and tone elevator * gender inclusive washrooms Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm * Classes Mon-Thu 6:30-9:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2016-02-18T05:00:00 11048263 75 Ashtonbee Rd Scarborough M1L 4N4 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.2897867296388, 43.7307013783081]}"
70 253 Humber College Humber North Campus, 205 Humber College Blvd, LRC Building, 5th Fl, Toronto, ON M9W 5L7 West Humber-Clairville, 1 416-675-6622 ext 74842 academicupgrading@humber.ca "www.humber.ca/liberalarts/programs/academic-upgrading" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence
Also academic upgrading that helps individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into postsecondary education, apprenticeship training or employment * English, mathematics, biology, chemistry, computer fundamentals and Skills for Success courses" Attend information and assessment session * appointment required -- call, email or drop in to register English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; Designated parking Office -- Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm * classes -- Mon-Fri 9 am-3:20 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-12-08T05:00:00 12387605 205 Humber College Blvd Etobicoke M9W 5L7 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.60683986273861, 43.7291665492499]}"
71 254 George Brown College St James Campus, 200 King St E, Rm 524A, Toronto, ON M5A 3W8 Moss Park, 73 416-415-5000 ext 3560 upgradinginfo@georgebrown.ca "www.georgebrown.ca/upgrading" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence
Also academic upgrading that helps individuals develop the necessary skills for entry into postsecondary education or apprenticeship training" Call for available information session dates English Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features Office -- Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm (50) Non Profit 2016-01-20T05:00:00 828085 200 King St E former Toronto M5A 3W8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3701856618948, 43.651100464233]}"
72 255 Society for the Living 274 Eddystone Ave, Toronto, ON M3N 1H7 Glenfield-Jane Heights, 25 416-746-0388 societyfortheliving@yahoo.com "" Open to all "Food Bank -- member of North York Harvest Food Bank
Clothing, household goods and appliances * newcomer settlement program -- orientation, English as a Second Language (ESL), employment readiness * job search workshops * computer training * youth employment program * advocacy * literacy * counselling * parenting seminars * charity of the Apostles Revelation Society (ARS)" Call for appointment English ; French ; Ewe ; Spanish ; Twi Wheelchair accessible - call for details Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm * food bank -- Thu, Sun 9 am-11 am (by appointment), Sat 3 pm-5 pm (drop in) * closed Saturday before holiday Monday (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-11-05T05:00:00 14070038 274 Eddystone Ave North York M3N 1H7 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.52247336924822, 43.7478348121379]}"
73 256 Bob Rumball Centre for the Deaf 2395 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON M2L 1A2 Bridle Path-Sunnybrook-York Mills, 41 416-449-9651 cnelson@bobrumball.org "www.bobrumball.org" Deaf adults 18 years and older who are Ontario residents, whose literacy skills are below Grade 12, and who are proficient enough in ASL and English to benefit fully from the program Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence Call to arrange interview English ; American Sign Language (ASL) Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Elevator with braille and voice/tone features ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features ; W Full and part time programs -- call for hours (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-05-08T04:00:00 487624 2395 Bayview Ave North York M2L 1A2 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3805232529851, 43.7347414362206]}"
74 257 Toronto District School Board Burnhamthorpe Collegiate Adult Learning Centre, 500 The East Mall, Toronto, ON M9B 2C4 Dovercourt-Wallace Emerson-Junction, 93 416-394-3809 upgrading@tdsb.on.ca "www.upgrademyskills.ca" Ontario residents 19 years and older, with literacy skills below Grade 12 * must be able to communicate in English "Literacy and Basic Skills
Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services to assist in transitioning to employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence * program offered at several locations * funded by Employment Ontario" Call to register for information session and arrange interview English Unknown Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-02-09T05:00:00 6765660 500 The East Mall Etobicoke M9B 2C4 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.561838406512, 43.6496211027246]}"
75 258 Centennial College Ashtonbee Campus, 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Toronto, ON M1L 4N4 Wexford-Maryvale, 119 416-289-5000 ext 7022 jboatswain@centennialcollege.ca "www.centennialcollege.ca/advancement" Adults 19 years and older Basic academic upgrading for college entrance, employment or apprenticeship programs * courses include English, mathematics, computer skills, chemistry, biology and career development/employability skills * may assist with TTC costs Assessment test required * call to book an appointment English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * braille and tone elevator * gender inclusive washrooms Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm * Classes Mon-Thu 6:30-9:30 pm (50) Non Profit 2016-02-18T05:00:00 11048263 75 Ashtonbee Rd Scarborough M1L 4N4 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.2897867296388, 43.7307013783081]}"
76 259 Learning Enrichment Foundation 116 Industry St, Toronto, ON M6M 4L8 Beechborough-Greenbrook, 112 416-769-0830 pamelagr@lefca.org "www.lefca.org" Landed immigrants, Convention refugees or Permanent residents * must be 18 years or older Participates in LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) in English, upon assessment by YMCA of Greater Toronto -- see separate entry * transportation and child care available for eligible clients * computer lab * adult literacy and numeracy classes * resume and interview preparation * job search strategies Register in person * no appointment necessary * immigration documents or permanent resident card required English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated parking Office -- Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm * Classes -- Mon-Fri 9 am-2:30 pm * afternoon, early evening and Saturday hours -- enquire (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2015-02-02T05:00:00 14072410 116 Industry St North York M6M 4L8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.4930915294055, 43.694140118753]}"
77 260 George Brown College St James Campus, 200 King St E, Rm 581C, Toronto, ON M5A 3W8 Moss Park, 73 416-415-5000 ext 2958 dbradley@georgebrown.ca "www.georgebrown.ca/deafupgrading" Deaf and/or hard of hearing users of American Sign Language who are Ontario residents 19 years and older and whose literacy skills are below Grade 12, and who are proficient enough in ASL and basic English to benefit fully from the program "Literacy and Basic Skills -- Literacy, numeracy and essential skills services that help learners transition to their goals of employment, apprenticeship, secondary-school credit, postsecondary education or independence
Deaf Learn Now -- online instruction in American Sign Language" Email to set up an appointment for an assessment of ASL and English skills English - written ; American Sign Language (ASL) Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated and street parking close to entrance September-June -- Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm (50) Non Profit 2015-05-01T04:00:00 828085 200 King St E former Toronto M5A 3W8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.3701856618948, 43.651100464233]}"
78 261 Pines Adult Day Centre 4130 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, ON M1E 2R8 West Hill, 136 416-284-7397 info@pinesadultdaycentre.com "www.pinesadultdaycentre.com" Persons over 21 years who are developmentally disabled Day program with emphasis on daily living skills, social skills, community inclusion, literacy, numeracy, physical activities, and computer literacy Call for appointment English Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washroom * also chair lift and elevator run by key * designated parking Mon-Fri 9 am-3:30 pm (50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity 2014-05-16T04:00:00 354563 4130 Lawrence Ave E Scarborough M1E 2R8 "{""type"": ""Point"", ""coordinates"": [-79.1926951401823, 43.7686278935022]}"