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HOMELESSNESS

Experiencing chronic homelessness (Barrie):
**57% (2018)

Experiencing episodic homelessness (Simcoe County):
**21% (2018)

* Percentage is calculated out of the homeless population number obtained from observation, survey and agency utilization data for the night of April 24, 2018 (Simcoe County = 697).

** Percentage is calculated out of the unique homeless survey participants (excluding dependents) for the night of April 24, 2018 (Simcoe County = 488, Barrie=260).

HOUSING

SOCIAL ASSISTANCE

INDIGENOUS DATA

Simcoe: Percentage of Aboriginal households in core housing need:
17.3% (2016)

Barrie: Percentage of Aboriginal households in core housing need:
20.2% (2016)

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Experiencing chronic homelessness (Barrie): **57% (2018) Experiencing episodic homelessness (Simcoe County): **21% (2018) * Percentage is calculated out of the homeless population number obtained from observation, survey and agency utilization data for the night of April 24, 2018 (Simcoe County = 697).

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Youth Programs - Black Queer Youth Collective

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Black Queer Youth Collective 2021 Summer Programming Now Available! Register Here

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Support Groups

HIV/AIDS Support

Harm Reduction

Trans, Non-Binary, Gender Non-Conforming Affirming Programming and Services

CAYR Community Connections offers a number of dynamic support and social groups for all ages. There are specific groups for youth and seniors as well as unique events which promote community and connection.

In addition to promoting greater connections and networking within the community, CAYR Programs also include Harm Reduction supplies and education, Support for those living with HIV and for folxs hesitant to access traditional public health services and much more!

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What is Pflag?

Pflag is York Region's LGBTQ2 support, resource and education network - bringing together all members of the community. We are a volunteer-led local registered charity servicing one of the fastest growing and multicultural regions nationwide.

Every day, our compassionate volunteers are contacted by frightened adolescents and by angry, fearful or confused parents and family members from all walks of life who have questions or concerns about sexual orientation or gender identity. Our dedicated volunteers are there for those in need when it seems no one else is!

FIND OUT WHY PRIDE IS IMPORTANT

coffee night

listen. share. connect.

Our Coffee Nights are a safe space where members of the LGBTQ2 community, their friends, family or allies can come together. This is a place to seek support if you have questions or concerns about sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, or a place you can make new friends or connect with old ones.

Coffee Night Support Meeting
15145 Yonge Street - Magna Room
Starts at 7:15PM
Second Monday of every month
In Partnership with: Aurora Public Library
Coffee, snacks and social gathering to follow.
Whether you're a LGBTQ2 person who is "coming out" to your family and friends, or a parent who has just learned that your child is gay or trans, Pflag is here for you. No matter where you are on your journey, we can help.

*You do not have to register in advance for in person meetings. ASL interpreting is available with advance notice. Please contact us to make arrangements. Location is wheelchair accessible.
Our COVID-19 Response
All of our Coffee Night services have shifted to an online format for the foreseeable future. For more information on our Coffee Nights and how to sign up, feel free to visit the link at the top of our page.

Stay Informed

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Donate

Pflag York Region is a local registered charity, run entirely by volunteers. We rely on your donations to offer much-needed services to LGBTQ2 youth and their friends and family.
This includes our telephone support line, monthly support meetings, public education
campaigns and presentations in schools, workplaces and community settings

Make a one-time or monthly donation. Thank you for your support.

Get Involved

Whether it's becoming a long-term member or a short-term volunteer, there are many ways to get involved with Pflag. Help inspire change in the community!

Stand Proud York Region Charity Gala Roaring 20s

We are excited to announce the return of the Stand Proud York Region Charity Gala benefiting LGBTQ2+ support, resources, and education in York Region. Join us for a night of dinner, dancing and drag! Last year, thanks to the support of our sponsors and money raised from ticket sales; and our live and silent auction we were able to support the expansion of our coffee nights to Aurora. With your support, we also launched our Have Your Say Campaign - a province-wide. Buy your tickets before they sell-out!

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Support Groups

Professional Counselling Services

Individual Counselling

Group Counselling

Family Services of York Region (FSYR) offers a number of counselling programs. Some services are free and others are offered on a sliding scale. Current programs include group counselling for people who identify as trans, supports for families and individuals who are coming out or are navigating other challenges related to their queer identities.

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CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION (CMHA) GENDER AFFIRMING CLINIC

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CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION (CMHA) GENDER AFFIRMING CLINIC

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Currently operating remotely during the pandemic, the Gender Affirming Health Clinic seeks to assist queer folks looking to better connect with services and assist in their journey of navigating their gender identity. Intake meetings occur twice month on the dates listed in the poster above.

After an initial intake interview, you can get connected with counselling services and referrals to doctors, endocrinologists and other affirming service providers. The initial intake and some services are free, additional services and referrals to assist with your journey may require a cost.

However, the clinic and their staff are incredibly well connected and easily direct you to the best and most affordable services in the region.

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BindersOUT is a grassroots program formed in 2016 to give transmasculine people and other trans folx access to affordable (and safe!) chest binding. We are currently based in Toronto, Ontario.We prioritize making binders accessible at local drop-ins and support groups, including those geared towards youth & teens, trans folx of colour, and trans folx struggling with homelessness or finances.

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With our Coffee Night Support Meetings, LGBTQ2 folxs, parents, family, friends and allies often share challenges they are currently facing. Whether you’re a LGBTQ2 person who is “coming out” to your family and friends, or a parent who has just learned that your child is gay or trans, Pflag is here for you. No matter where you are on your journey, we can help.

At these meetings you can share as much or a little as you like, but know that you are entering a supportive, confidential and anonymous peer to peer support space with others who have faced similar challenges.

Coffee Night Support Meeting – Aurora
15145 Yonge Street – Magna Room
Starts at 7:15PM
Second Monday of every month
In Partnership with: Aurora Public Library

(in-person meetings are suspended until further notice)

COFFEE NIGHT CHATS

Fourth Wednesday of each month

Our Coffee Night Let’s Chat Series features presentations and interviews from the community’s movers and shakers.

These events are held on a ZOOM Webinar. ZOOM Webinars allow participants to engage with speakers through a chat and Q&A section while allowing us to record the event for repeat views without capturing your personal information like your name and image.

Check out our previous Coffee Night Chat events:

COFFEE NIGHT CHATS SEASON 1

ANONYMOUS SUPPORT LINE & SUPPORT EMAIL

We know in person and online meetings are not for everyone. Thats why we have our support phone line and email available for anyone in need. With your support line you can leave your name and number in our voicemail inbox. Additionally, we can correspond over email at support@pflagyork.ca.

Whichever method you choose, our volunteers will follow-up with you within 48 hours with our response

Anonymnous Phone Line: 1-866-YR-PFLAG (977-3524)

Support Email: support@pflagyork.ca

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Youth Line provides service for youth, by youth that affirms the experiences and aspirations of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, transgender, 2-spirited, queer and questioning youth in Ontario.

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Connecting York Region's gay residents and resources - offers an event calendar, resource directory, social networking, news, information, discussion and more.

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Legal Advocacy

Follow legal issues

Legal advocacy is how we ensure the research, education, and awareness work we do is lasting. Our legal advocacy work helps to make explicit that 2SLGBTQI experiences are reflected in policy at all levels of government and beyond.

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Egale is Canada's leading organization for 2SLGBTQI people and issues. We improve and save lives through research, education, awareness, and by advocating for human rights and equality in Canada and around the world.

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