YSAP
YSAP is a confidential, community based self-referral program offering FREE services to young people, 14-24, who are using substances.
Free, confidential, one-on-one substance use counselling at the Y.
If you are looking for support with substance use and misuse problems or know someone who is, we can help. Our services are free and confidential, and our counsellors are available to support youth with substance use issues, options and awareness to make healthier choices and practice safer use.
An environment of trust and the support you need to get healthy.
If you are looking for support with substance use and misuse or know someone who is, we can help. Our services are free and confidential and our counsellors are available to support youth with substance use issues, options to make healthier choices and reduce risk.
- Individual counselling for 14-24 year olds
- Person centered and strength based approach
- Practices from a Harm Reduction philosophy*
- Assessment – GAIN Q3
- Harm Reduction supply distribution (substance testing kits and equipment for safer use)
- Educational workshops on substances, substance use and harm reduction
Harm Reduction
YSAP works from a harm reduction perspective, which recognizes and values that everyone has the right to make their own decisions about their lives. It is about mutual respect and collaboration to reduce the risks and harms associated with substances, substance use and any other behaviors. YSAP supports, encourages, and empowers young people to develop their own substance use goals and to make informed decisions for themselves. YSAP is a self-referral program. Please contact us if you think you would like to talk to someone. Sometimes it may be hard to ask for help and its okay to have someone you trust help you connect with us. Call us today at 416-473-7407 or request a counsellor online.
YSAP Connect Group
YSAP provides free, confidential 1:1 counselling support to youth 16–24 who use substances. We work from a harm reduction philosophy and provide harm reduction materials. With the YSAP connect group, you will gain:
- Self-Care: Explore what self-care means to you and learn diverse approaches.
- Peer Support: Build peer connections and a supportive community.
- Coping Skills: Develop practical coping skills.
- Psycho-Education: Expand understanding through psycho-education.
- Build Creativity: Express artistic creativity alongside self-discovery.
Virtual on Zoom - Every other Wednesday, 3:30pm – 5:00pm
To register, email bronte.sg@ymcagta.org or call/text (437) 249-8301
Download the YSAP Connect Group flyer (PDF).
Contact us at (416) 473-7407 or request a counselor online if you need support. We are here to help.
Brampton Central Park Dr. YMCA Child Care Centre
9996 Kennedy Road
Brampton, ON
L6V 0A1
Mississauga YMCA Employment and Community Services
55 City Centre Drive, Suite 100
Mississauga, ON
L5B 1M3
Scarborough Centre YMCA
230 Town Centre Court
Scarborough, ON
M1P 4Y7
The Wagner Green YMCA (formerly Vanauley Street YMCA)
7 Vanauley Street
Toronto, ON
M5T 2V9
North York YMCA Employment and Immigrant Services
4580 Dufferin Street, Suite 200
North York, ON
M3H 5Y2
To learn more about YMCA Youth programs call 416-928-9622 or contact us at memberservices@ymcagta.org
YMCA Service Agreement (PDF)
Interested in YSAP?
If you are looking for support with substance use or know someone who is, we can help. Our services are free and confidential and our counsellors are available to support individuals, 14-24 years old, with their substance use and achieving their goals. You can also call us at (416) 473-7407.