We give youth a chance to recreate their lives in an environment where they are
engaged, then challenged and nurtured to take control of their own destiny. CTYS
was one of the first centers of its kind in Ontario, focusing specifically on the
psycho-social needs of children and youth.
There are five overarching programs at CTYS:
If you would like to know more about CTYS, our services and programs, please use
the program menu on the left of this site or contact us directly at 416-924-2100.
What's happening at CTYS?
CTYS would like to thank the ONTARIO TRILLIUM FOUNDATION for their generous support of the merging of our offices at 65 Wellesley!
Y-Gap Trans Youth at School Guide
Y-Gap Trans Youth at Work Guide
YGAP Trans Youth Health & Social Services Guide
Teen activist takes aim at mental illness stigma : Toronto Star
Transceptance and CTYS Partner
to enhance services for the families of trans youth.
"Transgender Defender": CTYS' FIT Guide a 24 Hours Coverstory
Job Openings
NEW OUTLOOK COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM
PUBLICATIONS
AUGUST 2009
Y-Gap Work, School, Health & Social Services Community Bulletins
Click the links below to access the bulletins:
TRANSforming Care Service Provider Guide
Trans Youth Health & Social Services Guide
UPCOMING AND ONGOING GROUPS
For more information about a group:
contact Lisa Marajh at 416-924-2100 ext 245 or lisa.marajh@ctys.org
PRIDE & PREJUDICE
BOYOBOY
A biweekly, drop-in workshop series for younger gay/bi/queer/trans guys. Through discussion of arts & culture, history & current events, guest speakers, music, video & film clips, creative & interactive activities, the BOBC looks to address issues of identity, sex, love, relationships and gender. Always entertaining and educational, each workshop focuses on a specific topic or theme.
The BOBC meets every second & fourth Tuesday of each month from 7-9pm. Raffle draw each night; pizza & TTC tokens provided. Bring a friend, check us out- and prepare to expand your mind! For more information contact david.yeh@ctys.org.
For more information check out our BOYOBOY FAQ SHEET
ANGER MANAGEMENT
Crossroads Boys Group
A 12-week counseling and peer support group for boys between 13-18 years of age. This is a small intimate forum consisting of 8-10 group members. The group is designed for young men to share and talk about managing anger and other strong emotions. This group may include young men who have experienced conflict with the law, school suspensions, and recognize a need for support in controlling their emotions. The program utilizes a CBT model (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) to address some of the myths associated with anger, identify triggers, practice self talk and help reduce stress.
For more info on when the next Crossroads Boys Group will be running click here.
Connect Girls Group
A 12-week counseling and peer support group for girls age 13-18. This is a small intimate forum consisting of 8-10 group members. The group is designed for young women to share and talk about healthy relationships and managing anger in their lives. This group may include young women who have experienced conflict with the law, school suspensions, and recognizing a need for support in controlling their emotions. The focus of discussion will be about myths about anger, recognizing triggers, and using self talk to help reduce conflict.
For more info on when the next Connect Girls Group will be running click here.
Boy Zone
A 12-week counseling and peer support group for co-ed youth age 12-15. This is a small and intimate forum of about 6-8 group members designed for youth to share and talk about their anxiety and feelings of depression in a safe and welcoming place. The focus of discussion will be on increasing confidence and self-esteem, and earning tools and strategies each week to reduce stress and help manage anxious feelings.
For more info on when the next Boy Zone Group will be running click here.
