Housing and homelessness in Toronto, Ontario
Friends of Ruby - Housing
Offered by Friends of Ruby
In short
Opening at the end of 2020, the Friends of Ruby Home is a custom-built transitional house for LGBTQI2S youth (aged 16-29) in Toronto.
- Hours
- Tuesday to Friday 1:30pm - 4:30pm
- Who it is for
- Youth, 2SLGBTQI+ people; Youth, 2SLGBTQQIA+, Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Food to eat, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Help with drinking or drugs, Help with my mental health, Being who I am, A fresh start
- Where
- 489 Queen St E LL01, Toronto, ON M5A 1V1
- How to reach
- Contact through Friends of Ruby: (416) 359-0237 · info@friendsofruby.ca · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
Opening at the end of 2020, the Friends of Ruby Home is a custom-built transitional house for LGBTQI2S youth (aged 16-29) in Toronto. Founded by Egale Canada, before Friends of Ruby became an independent charity, the facility was brought to life with the support of the Daniels Corporation.
The innovative design created by Yabu Pushelberg (interiors) and Sustainable grew from a comprehensive consultation process with LGBTQI2S youth from the community, whose thoughts and feedback were incorporated into the final building.
Space for 33 youths
Rooms for couples
Pet friendly
Rooftop patio
In-house programs
Life-skills workshops
Community connected
Who can use it?
LGBTQI2S youth (aged 16-29)
When is it open?
Friends of Ruby - Housing is open Tuesday to Friday 1:30pm - 4:30pm.
How do I get in touch?
Call (416) 359-0237, email info@friendsofruby.ca, or use the website.
Listed in Toronto, Ontario.
489 Queen St E LL01, Toronto, ON M5A 1V1
489 Queen St E LL01, Toronto, ON M5A 1V1Toronto, Ontario
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