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One Project at a Time

by YWS | 4 days ago | 40 Year Anniversary, Youth4Youth | 0 Comments

One Project at a Time At Youth Without Shelter, we believe that creating lasting change begins with awareness - and sometimes, that awareness starts in a classroom. This spring, a group of York University students partnered with YWS as part of a social enterprise...

A Journey Home

by YWS | 1 month ago | 40 Year Anniversary | 0 Comments

Every young person's journey is unique, but one thing remains true: meaningful support can change the course of a life. This youth's story is a powerful example of what can happen when a young person is met with safety, stability, and opportunities to grow. Over the...

RiseUp Youth Artist

by YWS | 1 month ago | RiseUp | 0 Comments

YWS Youth Artist Spotlight “The reason I made this artwork as an evolution process is because of everything I've gone through throughout the entire year of 2025. It was extremely difficult to be alone for the first time at 16. I was so scared, I felt alone. I thought...

May 2026 Community Newsletter

by YWS | 2 months ago | YWS Newsletters | 0 Comments

Meet Renier

by YWS | 2 months ago | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

We’re so excited to share this feature on Renier, an incredible artist we’ve had the privilege of working with over the past few years, originally connected to us through Arts Etobicoke. In May 2026, Renier joined us to help bring new life to one of the most...

OPENING DOORS SINCE 1986

by YWS | 3 months ago | 40 Year Anniversary | 0 Comments

OPENING DOORS SINCE 1986 This year, we proudly celebrate 40 years of opening doors of opportunity to youth in need. For four decades, YWS has been a place of safety, support, and opportunity for young people in our community. Our work has always been guided by the...

Reimagining Our Service Model

by YWS | 3 months ago | News | 0 Comments

Evolving to Better Support Youth: What’s Changing at YWS At Youth Without Shelter, change has always been driven by one thing: the needs of the youth we serve. As those needs evolve, so do we. Starting April 1, 2026, we are introducing a series of thoughtful changes...

2026-2031 Strategic Plan

by YWS | 3 months ago | News | 0 Comments

Our new Strategic Plan outlines the path forward for Youth Without Shelter and the priorities guiding our work in the years ahead. Grounded in the voices of youth and informed by the insights of staff, partners, and our community, this plan reflects both where we have...

Youth4Youth: Op-ed by Anthony

by YWS | 4 months ago | Uncategorized, Youth4Youth | 0 Comments

Youth Homelessness in Canada: A Crisis We Often Ignore Written by Anthony Zinchenko Anthony is a high school student passionate about raising awareness about youth homelessness and supporting organizations like Youth Without Shelter (YWS). He is the author of the blog...