National consultation begins on accessible Canada
August 19, 2016
The federal government is inviting the public to take part in a national conversation to discuss what accessibility means to them and to share their vision of an accessible Canada. The national consultation process will assist in the development of planned accessibility legislation to promote equality of opportunity and increase the inclusion and participation of Canadians… Continue reading National consultation begins on accessible Canada
Ministry offers special focus groups
July 21, 2016
Are you receiving service from one of our Developmental Services programs? If yes, please participate in the Ministry of Community and Social Services focus groups with individuals and families who receive ministry-funded services and supports. We want to better understand what things in life you would like developmental services to help you or your family… Continue reading Ministry offers special focus groups
It’s unanimous!
July 19, 2016
Canada’s low-income families will keep the full Canada Child Benefit (CCB). All provinces and territories responded to Campaign 2000’s call for no clawbacks! They will support full CCB for families receiving income assistance. See Campaign 2000 infographic. Read more on CBC news: New Canada Child Benefit program payments start today Canada child benefit seen as… Continue reading It’s unanimous!
FST releases 2015-2016 Annual Report
June 16, 2016
Family Service Toronto held on June 15 its Annual General Meeting and Volunteer Appreciation at our Sterling Rd. office. The event was attended by board members, staff, and volunteers. Copies of our annual audited financial statements and 2015-16 Annual Report were distributed and are now available for download or online reading through our website. This… Continue reading FST releases 2015-2016 Annual Report
FST joins city in celebrating Pride Month
June 14, 2016
Toronto is hosting Canada’s first-ever Pride Month and we invite our friends and community members to celebrate with us as we recognize our LGBTQ communities. Share your dreams and hopes and participate in creating a beautiful art piece this Friday, June 17 from 3 to 7 p.m. at 128A Sterling Road in the city’s west… Continue reading FST joins city in celebrating Pride Month
FST salutes two Spanish-speaking seniors
June 8, 2016
Edith Bustamante, left and Susana Tuccilo are members of an Hispanic seniors group at Family Service Toronto. They both make a difference in their community by meeting with the elderly and speaking about elder abuse prevention.
Family Service Toronto celebrates seniors
June 1, 2016
June is Seniors’ Month in Ontario and Family Service Toronto celebrates the work of our Seniors and Caregivers Service unit and the contributions that all seniors make every day in communities across the province. Each week this month, we’ll recognize the work of one or more of seniors who actively participate in our programs. This… Continue reading Family Service Toronto celebrates seniors
Welcome to FST 5.0!
May 2, 2016
You’ve arrived. Yes, this is Family Service Toronto. And we’re glad you’re here. And we’re so pleased to show off our new online presence and redesigned website. It features improved language translation and an increased profile for our social media sites including Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube as well as a new mobile Instagram presence for… Continue reading Welcome to FST 5.0!
The 2016 Census is coming
April 14, 2016
Canada’s next census will be conducted in May 2016. Early in May, census packages will be delivered to households across Canada, providing residents with the information they need to complete their questionnaire online or on paper. Completed questionnaires will provide valuable information that will be used by all levels of government to make decisions about… Continue reading The 2016 Census is coming
FST marks Transgender Day of Remembrance
January 13, 2016
November 20 marks Transgender Day of Remembrance – a memorial in which we remember lives lost to transphobic and transmisogynist violence. Trans lives and particularly the lives of trans women of colour and sex workers are disproportionately at risk due to transphobic and transmisogynist violence. Family Service Toronto and our David Kelley LGBTQ & HIV/Aids… Continue reading FST marks Transgender Day of Remembrance