Office Phone |
416-322-8387 |
E-Mail |
sctoronto@mdsc.ca |
Website |
vetstransitions.ca/toronto |
Social Media |
Facebook: www.facebook.com/VetsTransitions
Twitter: twitter.com/VetsTransitions |
Primary Contact |
Shelley Russell, Site Coordinator |
Alternate Contact |
Cristina Lopes, Clerical Support Worker |
Legal Status |
(50) Non Profit ; (51) Registered Charity |
Description (Service) |
Personal and professional skills development program * 7-week program -- capacity 10 participants per class * employment and skills development, mental health knowledge, self-awareness, and coping strategies * individual support and guidance * ongoing peer support network |
Hours |
Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm |
Areas Served |
Ontario |
Boundaries |
Ontario |
Eligibility |
Ages: 18 year(s) - 65 year(s) Veterans experiencing obstacles reintegrating into civilian life after serving in the Canadian Armed Forces or RCMP, who self-identify as having a permanent physical or mental impairment that restricts his or her ability to perform daily activities, and require assistance to prepare for, obtain and keep employment or self-employment * must be ineligible for assistance under Employment Insurance (EI) Benefits or similar provincial programs, and legally entitled to work in Canada -- must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or granted refugee status |
Application |
Self referral or referral through Veterans Affairs Canada case worker, community organizations, service providers, organizations and support groups serving veterans, mental health organizations, and/or health care providers |
Languages |
English ; French - Website, Publications |
Fees |
None |
Located In Community |
Toronto Downtown North |
Address & Map |
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Intersection |
Yonge St and Eglinton Ave E |
Physical Access |
Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Easy access to elevator ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Parking lot - access on Roehampton Ave |
HCSD Main Heading |
Disabilities ; Employment / Training ; Mental Health / Addictions |
HCSD Sub Heading |
Disabilities Employment Program Resources ; Disabilities Employment Programs ; Mental Health Employment Programs ; Mental Health Employment Resources |
Service Categories |
Veteran Employment Programs ~ Mental Illness/Emotional Disabilities ; Veteran Employment Programs ~ People With Disabilities ; Veteran Reintegration Counselling |