Yonge Street Mission

06/17/2026

Every Thursday: Join the YSM Trauma Informed Art Therapy Group, from 3:00-4:30 pm. Ages 18+.

What is art therapy? Art therapy combines the process of art making and psychotherapy to help individuals explore and express thoughts and emotions in a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment.

Register anytime throughout the season! To register, email [email protected] or call (416) 355-3568.

06/17/2026

Can a lone child make a difference in their community? Long-time YSM volunteer and donor, John Fenton, proved the answer is yes!

When just 11 years old, John first visited YSM with his father. That experience sparked a lifelong commitment to helping neighbours in need.

Over the next 79 years, John raised well more than $250,000 for YSM, while also volunteering countless hours and inspiring many others through his generosity.

Today, his legacy lives on through our John Fenton Junior Fundraisers program, which helps children aged 8-12 learn how to make a difference in their communities through simple fundraising and collection drive activities.

Whether you're a teacher, parent, children's pastor or community organizer, our free resources can help inspire the next generation of changemakers!

Learn more: ysm.ca/junior-fundraisers/

06/16/2026

A huge thank you to the team from Oxford Properties Group for spending the day volunteering at our Double Take YSM thrift store!

From organizing our book section and sorting fabric for our Upcycling Studio's community market, to processing clothing donations behind the scenes, the team jumped in wherever help was needed. According to Sharon, our Double Take Manager, they were incredibly efficient and made a big impact in just a few hours.

We're grateful for partners like Oxford Properties who help keep Double Take running smoothly while supporting programs to create opportunities for youth and adults in our community.

06/15/2026

Family life can be meaningful and complicated.

Whether you’re navigating strained relationships, caring for vulnerable loved ones or managing the realities of a blended family, estate planning can feel overwhelming.

Join us for Planning Through Complexity, a free webinar hosted by our partners at Advisors with Purpose. Together, we’ll explore practical and compassionate approaches to planning through challenging family dynamics with wisdom and grace.

📅 June 16, 2026
🕗 8:00 pm

Register here: https://calendly.com/awpwebinar/june-16-2026

06/15/2026

Did you know 62% of YSM's donors have been supporting us for more than 10 years? We certainly can't do what we do without you! THANK YOU to all for helping us move community members from surviving to thriving.

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

Toronto is preparing to welcome the world this summer!

As our city hosts FIFA World Cup events, YSM will continue to support people experiencing poverty, homelessness and social isolation, ensuring access to food, essential supplies and care throughout the season.

We recognize that major events can bring both opportunity and added pressure on vulnerable communities. Our commitment remains the same: to be present, responsive and ready to help. Because a welcoming city is one that cares for everyone.

06/12/2026

Only 14 of Toronto’s 158 neighbourhoods have adequate childcare coverage and nearly all are in affluent downtown and mid-town communities.

At YSM, we believe every child deserves access to education, support and opportunity, regardless of their postal code.

Through our Cornerstone Family Services team, we support families navigating poverty with daycare programs, academic tutoring, computer and robotics classes, STEM-focused camps, scholarships and more.

By investing in children and families today, we’re helping build stronger futures for tomorrow.

06/11/2026

Conflict is a part of life but it doesn't have to divide us.

Join us on June 23 from 6:00-7:30 pm for Working Together Through Differences: Conflict Resolution for Communities, an interactive workshop led by YSM's Community Development Specialists. Learn practical strategies for navigating difficult conversations, managing conflict, and building stronger relationships.

Admission is free, registration required: https://heyor.ca/1F167n

06/11/2026

Ending poverty requires more than programs. It requires systems change. Through initiatives like , we’re bringing together:

✔️ Employers
✔️ Policy experts
✔️ People with lived experience

Together, we’re building solutions that address root causes of poverty, rather than just symptoms.

To learn more about what we do, visit www.ysm.ca