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Elspeth Heyworth Centre for Women - Toronto

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2350 Finch Ave W, Unit D
Toronto, ON
M9M 2C7
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416-663-2978
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Office - Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm
Food bank: walk-in Thu only (seniors 12noon-1 pm, general population 1 pm-4 pm), for service on other days, call: Mon-Fri 9:30am-5pm
Last update: Apr 24, 2026: Suggest an edit
Application
Call or walk in

Eligibility / Target Population
Newcomers, immigrant and refugee women, vulnerable women and their families
Connect Young - children and youth 10-17 years
Residency Requirements: Steeles Ave W (north) to Wilson Ave (south), Islington Ave (west) to Dufferin St (east) ; senior and youth services -- City of Vaughan

Fees
Free

Contacts
Yougeita Jagdesh - Program Manager
647-500-2978 * yougeita@ehcw.ca

Languages
English ; Hindi ; Nepali ; Punjabi ; Spanish ; Turkish

Language Notes
Interpretive Services

Area Served
North York ; Etobicoke and area

Accessibility
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Accessibility Note
Fully accessible - Street parking ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features

Description of Services:
Food Bank - call to register, also distribution of personal care items, diapers, washable masks, baby food and cereal, accepting donations
Domestic Violence - coordinate pro bono virtual services with lawyers; online support and counselling via phone calls, emails and video; assistance with EI applications
Senior Programs - virtual fitness sessions, technology training
For general inquiries: info@ehcw.ca or dibya@ehcw.ca
For settlement services and support with applications: blanca@ehcw.ca
For domestic abuse and counselling, support for youth, women and families: nazli@ehcw.ca
For programs and virtual exercise for seniors: yougeita@ehcw.ca; kelia@ehcw.ca
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Newcomer Settlement Services - in groups or individually
  • needs assessment
  • orientation and overview of community and government services
  • information and referral and to other service providers
  • assistance in form completion and interpretation
Employment Programs including resume and cover letter writing, job search training, interview skills and mock interviews
Reduce Abuse and Freedom from Violence Projects
  • counselling services for families
  • group sessions and workshops at various locations
Connect Young - anti-human trafficking program, group therapy/support and workshop series
Clothing Bank, Food - call ahead to confirm food availability; member of North York Harvest, and support from Brands for Canada
Aging at Home - recreational, cultural and educational services for seniors
Neighborhood Pod - connection with community through community leaders
Youth Summer Programs - recreational activities, leadership development, intergenerational activities for computer skills and gardening

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