About Us

A safe haven…

Thank you for all being there, for guiding me and for letting me know that I was able to accomplish more than what I believed I could. The work you guys do is incredible and you change more lives than you will ever know.” Nichole, 16 years later, 2009

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Who We Serve

The youth we serve come from across the Greater Toronto Area and from every economic and cultural background. YWS is located in the Jamestown area of North Etobicoke, a United Way Toronto designated priority neighbourhood.

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Board of Directors

The shelter is governed by a 12-member volunteer board of directors consisting of community and corporate representatives with diverse professional skills and abilities.

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Awards and Partnerships

YWS is proud to be a sister agency with Youth Emergency Shelter Society (YESS) in Edmonton Alberta. This partnership facilitates the sharing of best practices and learnings in the areas of client services, funds development and facilities management.