Temporary shelter for women and children
Address: 302 Victoria Street, Kingston ON K7L 3Z1Hours:Open 24/7
Phone:613-545-9640
Help with finding affordable housing and applying the Social Housing Registry eviction prevention services. Help obtaining and securely storing ID.
Address: 540 Montreal Street, Kingston, ON K7K 3J2Hours:Summer: Mon-Fri 8:30am - 2:00pm, Winter: Mon-Fri 8:00am - 2:00pm, Sat/Sun 8:00am - 1:00pm
Phone:613-531-3779
The John Howard Society of Kingston & District supports individuals and families affected by the criminal justice system through reintegration counseling and support, employment services, residential services, institutional support and other community services.
Address: 771 Montreal Street, Kingston, ON K7K 3J6Hours:Mon - Fri: 8:30-4:30
Phone:613-542-7373
Temporary shelter for women alone or with their children. Priority is given to those who have experienced violence or are at risk of violence.
Address: Kingston Interval House, P.O. Box 21042, Kingston ON K7L 5P5Phone:613-546-1833 Crisis Line: 1-800-267-9445
Tipi Moza helps members of the Aboriginal community navigate the social welfare system and gain culturally appropriate and affordable housing the in Kingston area.
Address: 993 Princess Street, Kingston, ON K7L 1H3Phone:613-547-1134
EatRight Ontario wants to help you improve your health and quality of life through healthy eating. This service provides easy-to-use nutrition information to help you make healthier food choices.
Hours:9am-5pm Monday - Friday. Evening hours Tuesday and Thursday until 9pm
Phone:1-877-510-510-2
Restaurant style meal for $1. Kids under 10 free with adult.
Address: 629 Princess St, Kingston, ON K7L 1E2, CanadaHours:Mon-Fri 3:30pm - 5:15pm
Phone:613-546-0320
Mon-Fri 10am-3pm
Provides groceries, appointment needed. Call before 2:00pm to order.
Address: 140 Hickson Avenue, Kingston ON K7K 2N6Hours:Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (closed 12:00pm-1:00pm)
Phone:613-544-4534
Groceries for qualifying individuals, appointment needed. Bring ID, income expense statements.
Address: 342 Patrick Street, Kingston ON K7K 6R6Hours:Tue/Thu/Sat 2:30pm - 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm - 6:30pm
Phone:613-548-4411
Groceries for qualifying individuals. ID, income, and expense statements needed. By appointment only.
Address: 183 Weller Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 5T7Hours:Tue-Fri 11:30am - 3:30pm
Phone:613-541-3947
Free hot meal program and clothing exchange for those in need
Address: 66 Wright Crescent, Kingston ON K7L 4T9Hours:Tues 4:00pm-5:00pm (doors open at 3:30pm)
Phone:613-536-5798
Free hot meal. Use Clergy Street entrance.
Address: 130 Clergy Street, Kingston ON K7K 3S3Hours:Sept-June, Sunday 4:45pm (doors open at 4:30pm)
Phone:613-546-6316
Sat 11:15am (doors open at 10:15am)
Phone:613-548-3868
Free meal and sandwiches.
Address: 137 Queen Street, Kingston, ON K7K 1A8Hours:Thurs. 4:30pm-6:30pm
Phone:613-542-5870
Emergency groceries available once per month, diapers and formula occasionally available, identification needed.
Address: 85 Stephen Street, Kingston ON K7K 2C5Hours:September-June Mon-Fri 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, July-August (emergencies only) Tues 9:00am-12:00pm
Phone:613-546-3333
Free hot meal served at 11:30am.
Address: 85 Stephen Street, Kingston ON K7K 2C5Hours:September-June Mon-Fri 9:00am-1:00pm
Phone:613-544-9967
Free used clothing, soup and snacks.
Address: 540 Palace Road, Kingston, ON K7L 4T7Hours:September - June: Mon & Thurs 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Phone:613-546-2143
Low cost clothing, bedding, dishes, household items, and books
Address: 670 Front Road, Kingston ON K7M 6T5Hours:Sept.-June: Mon-Fri 10:00am-3:30pm; July: Mon, Wed, & Fri 10:00am-2:00pm; Aug: closed
Phone:613-389-4367
Low cost used clothing, furniture, and household items.
Address: 277 Bath Road, Kingston ON K7M 2X6Hours:Mon/Wed/Sat 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Thurs/Fri 9:30 am - 8:00 pm
Phone:613-544-4396
Low-cost clothing, furniture, and household items.
Address: 472 Division Street, Kingston, ON K7K 4B1Hours:Mon. - Sat.: 10:00am - 5:30pm
Phone:613-531-5002
Free clothing.
Address: 66 Wright Crescent, Kingston ON K7L 4T9Hours:Sep-Dec, Feb-Jun Tues 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Phone:613-536-5798
Free clothing, books and toys
Address: 85 Stephen Street, Kingston ON K7K 2C5Hours:Sept - June Mon- Fri 9:00 am -1:00 pm July - August Tues 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Phone:613-546-3333
Services for those with mental health and/or addiction issues in Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington. Clients can be referred or self-refer.
Address: 385 Princess Street, Kingston, ON K7L 1B9Hours:Mon-Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm
Phone:613-544-1356
The Adult Eating Disorders Program (AEDP) is run out of Hotel Dieu Hospital (HDH) in Kingston, Ontario. This program currently runs part-time and offers outpatient treatment to individuals over the age of 18 with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa or Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders.
Address: 166 Brock Street, Kingston, ON K7L 3E2Phone:613-544-3400 ext. 2506
CMHA's Kingston Branch is a community-based voluntary organization dedicated to restoring, enhancing and promoting the mental and emotional well-being of all individuals.
Address: 400 Elliot Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 6M9Phone:613-549-7098
Short-term, non-medical treatment service for men and women who want to detoxify from alcohol and/or other drugs, who are waiting for intake into a treatment program, or who are in danger of a relapse. Walk-ins or telephone crisis response is also provided. There is no fees, and your stay is voluntary.
Hours:Open 24/7
Phone:613-549-6461
K3C Community Counselling Centres offers a variety of quality counselling services and support to improve social and emotional well-being and encourage individual and family strengths.
Address: 417 Bagot Street, Kingston, ON K7K 3C1Hours:Monday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.
613-549-7850
Harm reduction health centre. Provides health services to people that are excluded from mainstream health care services.
Address: 115 Barrack Street, Kingston, ON K7K 1G2Hours:Mon- Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sat - Sun 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Phone:613-549-1440
8 to 12 week alcohol and drug rehabilitation program which is a voluntary 8 to 12 week residential program for males aged 18 and over. Men must undergo detoxification prior to entering the program. Health care professionals who would like to refer a male to Kingston Harbour Light must complete the Alcohol Drug Assessment Tool (ADAT) for their patient so that his eligibility for the program can be determined.
Address: 562 Princess Street, Kingston ON K7L 1C7Hours:4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Phone:613-546-2333
Services Indigenous and under-resourced populations in Kingston and provides services to ensure the healing and wellness of the community through four programs:
613-549-1674
Offers autism and mental health services to children and youth in KFL&A.
Address: 31 Hyperion Court, Kingston, ON K7K 7G3Phone:613-546-1422, ext. 1
Provides inpatient care across five units (total of 120 beds) in the areas of:
613-546-1101
Counselling, support, and education for women who are pregnant and/or parenting a child under the age of 6 and who have been/are currently experiencing a problem with opioids (oxycodone, Percocet®, heroin, Dilaudid®, morphine) or receiving methadone treatment.
Address: 263 Weller Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 2V4Phone:613-766-1101
Toll Free: 1-855-766-1101
The Adult Eating Disorders Program (AEDP) is run out of Hotel Dieu Hospital (HDH) in Kingston, Ontario. This program currently runs part-time and offers outpatient treatment to individuals over the age of 18 with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa or Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders.
Address: 166 Brock Street Kingston, ON K7L 5G2Phone:613-544-3400 ext. 2506
Monday to Friday from 9am-12pm and 1pm-5pm
Phone:613-545-9809
Provides comfort, support, and companionship to people with a life-limiting illness, their caregivers and fmailies, and those who are affected by grief or loss through a variety of services and programs such as In-home Care, Day Wellness, Caregiver Support, Grief & Bereavement Support and Volunteer Services.
Address: 36 Barrie Street, Kingston, ON K7L 3J7Hours:Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Phone:613-542-5013
This website and mobile app help patients find health care where and when they need it, and with a provider who speaks their language.
The Weeneebayko Patient Services branch of Hotel Dieu Hospital is eligible to all First Nations who are referred by the Weeneebayko Area Health Authority. Services include food and accommodation for patients of the Weeneebayko area, counselling, interpreters and transportation to and from Kingston.
Phone:613-544-3310
Harm reduction health centre. Provide health services to people that are excluded from mainstream healthcare services.
Address: 115 Barrack Street, Kingston, ON K7K 1G2Hours:Mon-Fri 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sat-Sun 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Phone:613-549-1440
Dental care for low income families who have access to any form of dental coverage.
Address: 263 Weller Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 2V4Hours:Tue 5-8pm Wed 8:30am-5 pm Fri 8am-4:30pm
Phone:613-507-6064
A public health nurse connects callers to community resources and answers prenatal, breastfeeding, parenting, infant, and child health questions.
Address: 221 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston, ON K7M 1V5Phone:613-549-1154
Toll Free: 1-800-267-7875 ext. 1555
Free flu shots to KFL&A area residents.
Address: 221 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston ON K7M 1V5Hours:Sept - June Tue/Thu 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Phone:613-549-1232
Confidential and non-judgemental sexual health services.
Address: 221 Portsmouth Avenue, Kingston ON K7M 1V5Hours:Mon/Tues/Thurs 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Multi-service, multi-site Community Health Centre that provides a variety of health services for people in the KFL&A region.
Address: Address: 263 Weller Avenue, Kingston ON K7K 2V4 Hours:Mon/Thu 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tue- Wed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Phone:613-542-2949
All forms of medical treatment for people in the KFL&A area. 24 hour emergency admission.
Address: 76 Stuart Street, Kingston ON K7L 2V7Hours:24 hour emergency admission
Aims to promote, enoucrage, and support citizens to be active on a regular basis.
Services Indigenous and under-resourced populations in Kingston and provides services to ensure the healing and wellness of the community through four programs:
Phone:
613-798-1488
Offers home care, personal support, classes and community programs for Canadians of all ages. Services provided include assisted living for seniors, Meals on Wheels, respite care, home help, foot care, transportation, exercise and fall prevention programs and stroke support programs. Self-referrals are accepted.
Address: 1469 Princess Street, Kingston, ON K7M 3E9Hours:8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday
Phone:613-634-0130
The Alzheimer Society of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox and Addington has multiple, innovative interventions to enhance the quality of life of individuals with dementia.
Address: 400 Elliot Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 6M9Hours:Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Phone:613-544-3078
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Phone:(613) 507-7896
Better Beginnings for Kingston Children (BBKC) offers programs and supports for families with children from 0-5 years living in North Kingston. Programs include prenatal education and support, home visiting, parent-child support groups, parenting programs, and school readiness programs and all services are free.
Address: 888-900 Montreal St, Kingston, ON K7K, CanadaActivities, after-school programs, and camps for children and youth.
Address: 1300 Bath Road, Kingston, ON K7M 4X4Phone:613-507-3306
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Phone:(613) 544-1927
The Child Care Subsidy is a program offered by the City that helps with the cost of licensed childcare if you are the parent, foster parent or legal guardian of a child from birth to 12 years of age and are a resident of the City of Kingston or the County of Frontenac.
Address: 362 Montreal St, Kingston, ON K7K 3H5, CanadaPhone:613-546-2695, ext. 4825
Monday to Friday from 9am-12pm and 1pm-5pm
Phone:613-545-9809
Provides comfort, support, and companionship to people with a life-limiting illness, their caregivers and fmailies, and those who are affected by grief or loss through a variety of services and programs such as In-home Care, Day Wellness, Caregiver Support, Grief & Bereavement Support and Volunteer Services.
Address: 36 Barrie Street, Kingston, ON K7L 3J7Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Phone:613-542-5013
Immigrant Services Kingston and Area (ISKA) is dedicated to helping and supporting immigrants, refugees, and other newcomers in adjusting to their new community in Kingston, Ontario.
Address: 263 Weller Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 2V4Hours:Mon-Fri: 8:30am – 4:30pm, closed from noon-1pm for lunch
Phone:613-544-4661
K3C Community Counselling Centres offers a variety of quality counselling services and support to improve social and emotional well-being and encourage individual and family strengths.
Address: 417 Bagot Street, Kingston, ON K7K 3C1Hours:Monday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
613-549-7850
Run by a group of youth who help research, create resources, and support LGBT youth. They spread knowledge to our guests about mental health and LGBT issues.
Address: 400 Elliott Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 6M9Hours:
Thursdays 4:30-6:30
Phone:613-549-7027
The OEYC is a place address=' WHERE you can get answers to parenting questions; get child development information; get information about programs and services in your community; communicate with early years professionals; and attend free workshops geared towards parents.
Address: Bayridge Site - 1066 Hudson Drive, Kingston ON K7M 5K8 and Woodbine Site - 930 Woodbine Road K7P 2X4Phone:613-384-1231(Bayridge Site) or 613-384-5051 (Woodbine Site)
Offers autism and mental health services for children and youth in KFL&A.
Address: 31 Hyperion Court, Kingston ON K7K 7G3Phone:613-546-1422, ext. 1
PROkids links Kingston children and youth aged 0-18 lacking sufficient financial resources with partnering sport, culture, arts and recreation organizations. We help with program registration fees, assist with the child's equipment and transportation as needed, and raise money to ensure all qualified children and youth receive financial support.
Address: 380-396 Bagot St, Kingston, ON K7K 5V1, CanadaHours:Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 pm
Phone:613-546-4291 ext. 1718
Supervised child access for family members experiencing a conflict in custody and access.
Address: 342 PatricK Street, Kingston, ON K7K 6R6Hours:816 Centennial Dr: Wednesday 1:00pm - 6:00pm, Friday 3:00pm - 7:00pm 342 Patrick St: Saturday 9:00am - 4:00pm, Sunday 1:00 - 4:00pm Family Tracing: Tues-Fri 9:30am - 4:00pm
Phone:816 Centennial Dr: 613-542-8533, 342 Patrick St: 613-542-8533, Family Tracing: 613-548-1600
Counselling, information, referral, advocacy services for survivors of sexualized violence.
Address: 400 Elliott Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 6M9Hours:Mon-Fri 9:00am - 4:00pm
Phone:613-544-6424
<span style="\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;" font-size:15px\"="">Weekly social support group that is open to everyone between the ages of 19 to 25, focuses on mental health and LGBTQ issues. Participants discuss topics important to and chosen by them, and host social events and activities to help build lasting friendships.
Address: 400 Elliott Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 6M9Hours:Fridays 5:30-7:30
Phone:613-549-7027
Provides a neutral, safe, and child-focused setting where visits and exchanges can take place.
Address: 342 Patrick Street, Kingston, ON K7K 6R6Phone:613-542-8533
TransFamily Kingston is a diverse group of people who identify as transgender, and family members or friends who are living with, or supporting, a transgender person on their journey.
Mental health support, disability benefits, financial support, and referrals to social welfare for Veterans and their families.
Address: 61 Hyperion Court, Kingston, ON K7K 7K7Hours:Mon-Fri: 8:30-4:30
Phone:1-866-522-2122
The John Howard Society of Kingston & District supports individuals and families affected by the criminal justice system through reintegration counseling and support, employment services, residential services, institutional support and other community services.
Address: 771 Montreal Street, Kingston, ON K7K 3J6Hours:Mon-Fr: 8:30-4:30
Phone:613-542-7373
Family Court Support service.
Address: 417 Bagot Street, Kingston, ON K7K 3C1Hours:Monday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
613-549-7850
Legal advice and representation to low-income individuals.
Address: 345 Bagot Street, Kingston, ON K7K 6T8Hours:Mon-Thurs 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Fri 1:00 - 4:30 pm
Phone:613-541-0777
Queen‘s Legal Aid (QLA) provides legal advice and representation to full-time students at Queen’s University and low-income residents of the Kingston area.
Address: 303 Bagot St, Kingston, ON K7K, CanadaPhone:613-533-2102
Legal advice and assistance. Last Tuesday of each month,
Address: 183 Weller Ave, Kingston, ON K7K 5T7Hours:Last Tuesday of each month, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Phone:613-541-3947
Immigrant Services Kingston and Area (ISKA) is dedicated to helping and supporting immigrants, refugees, and other newcomers in adjusting to their new community in Kingston, Ontario.
Address: 263 Weller Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 2V4Hours:Mon-Fri: 8:30am – 4:30pm, closed from noon-1pm for lunch
Phone:613-544-4661
Services Indigenous and under-resourced populations in Kingston and provides services to ensure the healing and wellness of the community through four programs:
613-549-1674
Adult drop-in centre. Coffee, snacks, safe space. Goal to build community among those lost in Kingston's inner city.
Address: 666 Princess Street, Kingston, ON K7L 1E5Hours:Mon / Weds / Thurs 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Phone:613-888-0927
Week<span style="\"font-family:helvetica" neue,helvetica,arial,sans-serif\"="">ly social support group that is open to everyone between the ages of 19 to 25, focuses on mental health and LGBTQ issues. Participants discuss topics important to and chosen by them, and host social events and activities to help build lasting friendships.
Address: 400 Elliott Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 6M9Hours:
Fridays 5:30-7:30
Phone:613-549-7027
Open arts studio. Provides opportunities to create art and relationships with those who struggle with issues of brokenness and poverty.
Address: 130 Clergy Street, Kingston, ON K7K 3S3Hours:Wednesday 10:00am - 1:00pm at Martha's Table, Tues/Thurs 10:00am - 2:00pm at St. Andrew's
Offers employment services to French-Canadian job-seekers.
Address: 760 Highway 15, Kingston ON K7L 0C3Hours:Monday 8:30am - 6:00pm, Tuesday-Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am - 3:00pm
Phone:(613) 546-7863
Provides temporary financial assistance while individuals look for work.
Phone:1-800-529-3742
Helps individuals looking for work get training, build skills, and find a job.
Address: 299 Concession Street, Kingston, ON K7K 2B9Hours:Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm
Phone:613-545-2455
The John Howard Society of Kingston & District supports individuals and families affected by the criminal justice system through reintegration counseling and support, employment services, residential services, institutional support and other community services.
Address: 771 Montreal Street, Kingston, K7K 3J6Hours:Mon-Fri: 8:30-4:30
Phone:613-542-7373
Aboriginal Employment and Training Services.
Address: 920 Princess Street 3rd floor, Kingston, ON K7L 1H1Hours:Mon-Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm
Phone:613-536-7054
Resources and guidance to help job-seekers find work.
Phone:613-546-2695
Free Literacy training for adults and families, grade 12 equivalency courses.
Address: 859 Princess St and 183 Weller AveHours:859 Princess St: Mon/Wed/Thu 8:30am - 4:30pm, Tues 8:30am - 9:00pm, Fri 8:30am - 12:00pm 183 Weller Ave: Mon.Wed 9:00am - 12:00pm
Phone:613-547-2012
Free English as a Second Language classes.
Address: 16 Bath Rd, Kingston, ON K7L 1C4, CanadaHours:Mon-Thu 8:30am - 4:30pm
Phone:613-547-2255
Free English as a Second Language classes, employment skills, and further education skills for adult learners.
Address: 158 Patrick St. Hours:Mon-Fri 8:00am - 3:30pm
Phone:613-544-3361
English as a second language, employment and further education skills for adult learners.
Address: 1440 Princess St, Kingston, ON K7M Hours:Mon-Fri 8:00am - 3:30pm
Phone:613-544-3361
March of Dimes Employment Services helps hundreds of people with disabilities achieve greater independence by providing job training and finding them employment.
Address: 920 Princess Street, Kingston, ON K7L 1H1Hours:Mon-Fri 8:30am - 4:00pm
Phone:613-549-4141
Eligible students in Grade 9-10 can apply to receive support to stay in school and succeed.
Address: 263 Weller Ave., Kingston ON, K7K 2V4Hours:Mon-Fri 9:00am - 4:30pm
Phone:613-507-7107
Help and information for job seekers in the north end of Kingston.
Address: 900 Montreal Street, Kingston ON K7K 3J9Hours:Mon.-Wed. 9:00am-4:30pm, Thurs. 9:00am-6:00pm, Fri. 9:00am-4:00pm
Phone:613-542-7373 (press 2)
Provides temporary financial assistance while individuals look for work.
Phone:1-800-529-3742
This program offers practical advice, information referral, and connects those in need with resources in the community.
Address: 263 Weller Avenue, Kingston, ON K7K 2V4Phone:613-767-8591
A new program beginning in 2016 will reduce the electricity bills of low-income customers.
help@OntarioElectricitySupport.ca
8:00am – 9:00pm
Phone:1-855-831-8151 / 1-800-855-1155 (TTY to TTY)
Provides temporary financial help to those most in need in Kingston and County of Frontenac while they are trying to find work.
Phone:613-546-2695, ext. 4980
Prior and current year returns. Appointment needed.
Address: 342 Patrick Street, Kingston, ON K7K 6R6Hours:Hours change depending on time of year. Click the link below for full details.
Phone:613-548-4411
A list of helpful resources for understanding poverty.
August 12th, 2015These educational walking tours, developed by Masters of Public Health students at Queen’s University, aim to improve knowledge of the determinants of health and show how these determinants impact the health of Kingston residents. Each walking tour focuses on a different determinant of health. The audio for the walking tours can be downloaded as an MP3 file and the accompanying guides can be printed and taken along on the walking tours.
August 12th, 2015