Resources for Community Members
To develop this toolkit we reached out to and relied on many groups working to create inclusive communities.
Some are local, others have provincial, national, or international audiences. Some provide direct services or community connection, others advocate for systemic change or advise decision-makers.
As you deepen your understanding of intersectionality, different identities, and service sectors where the effects of hate are particularly dangerous, review these resource lists to gain new tools and perspectives.
Please email us if you have additions or corrections for this list.
- The 519: https://www.the519.org/
- The 519 is committed to supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ communities through a variety of services, resources, programs, workshops, and more.
- Hamilton Trans Health Coalition: https://hamiltontranshealth.ca/
- The Hamilton Trans Health Coalition advocates for gender-affirming care to trans, gender-diverse, and non-binary people in Hamilton.
- Hamilton Queer & Trans Youth Collaborative: https://aidsnetwork.ca/queer-trans-youth-collaborative/
- The Queer and Trans Youth Collaborative works towards ensuring that workplaces are safe and affirming for young 2SLGBTQIA+ people.
- HCLC Trans ID Clinic: https://hamiltonjustice.ca/en/2021/01/14/trans-id-virtual-clinics-next-dates/
- HCLC’s Trans ID Clinic supports trans, gender-diverse and non-binary people in changing their names and/or gender markers.
- HCLC Queer Justice Project: https://hamiltonjustice.ca/en/community-justice/queer-justice/
- The Queer Justice Project addresses legal needs of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Hamilton.
- McMaster’s Pride Community Centre: https://msumcmaster.ca/service/pcc/
- The Pride Community Centre at McMaster offers educational programs, peer support services, community groups, and events to support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community at McMaster.
- Mohawk Pride: https://twitter.com/pridemohawk?lang=en
- Mohawk Pride aims to increase visibility and awareness of 2SLGBTQIA+ students at Mohawk College.
- Spectrum Hamilton: https://spectrumhamilton.ca/
- Spectrum Hamilton provides resources and information about faith, health, law, and parenting for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- Rainbow Health Ontario: https://www.rainbowhealthontario.ca/
- Rainbow Health Ontario creates opportunities for the healthcare system to better serve 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
- Queer and Trans Health Collective: https://ourhealthyeg.ca/
- The Queer and Trans Health Collective empowers the 2SLGBTQIA+ community through programs that promote equitable access to healthcare.
- JusticeTrans: https://justicetrans.org/en/
- JusticeTrans offers justice and legal information for Two Spirit, Trans, Non-Binary, and Gender Non-Conforming communities across Canada.
- Compass Community Health, Community Health Promotion: https://compassch.org/programs-services/community-health-promotion
- Compass Community Health offers Two-Spirit and LGBTQ+ Support through various programs, including trans ID clinics, peer support programs, cognitive behavioural therapy coping skills groups, and more.
- Trans PULSE Canada: https://transpulsecanada.ca/
- Trans PULSE Canada is a community-based survey of the health and well-being of trans and non-binary people in Canada.
- SPECTRUM Trans and Gender Diverse Mental Health, Wellness and Suicide Prevention Toolkit: https://www.ourspectrum.com/2021/10/18/spectrum-trans-and-gender-diverse-mental-health-wellness-and-suicide-prevention-toolkit/
- This SPECTRUM toolkit focuses on mental health promotion and suicide prevention for transgender identifying folks.
- Free Mom Hugs: https://freemomhugsso.ca/
- Free Mom Hugs consists of 2SLGBTQIA+ community members, parents, friends, and allies that offer unconditional support for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- Black Legal Action Centre: https://www.blacklegalactioncentre.ca/
- The Black Legal Action Centre offers legal services for members of Ontario’s Black communities.
- Hamilton Black History Council: https://www.hbhc.ca/
- The Hamilton Black History Council promotes, celebrates, and honours the history of Black people in Hamilton.
- Afro-Canadian Caribbean Association of Hamilton: https://www.blackhamilton.ca/communityorganizations/acca
- The Afro-Canadian Caribbean Association of Hamilton provides services for the African-Canadian Caribbean community, including after school programs, tutoring, employment search, counseling events, and more.
- Cameroonian Association of Hamilton: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067648819305
- The Cameroonian Association of Hamilton hosts events, activities, and initiatives to engage with the Cameroonian community in Hamilton.
- Congolese Community of Hamilton: https://amitiecanado-congolaise.cfsites.org/
- The Congolese Community of Hamilton offers a variety of programs and services for members of the Congolese community.
- Somali Community In Hamilton: https://www.somalihamilton.ca/
- The Somali Community in Hamilton provides access to sports, recreation, mentorship and programs that promote community engagement and personal growth.
- Nigerian Canadian Association: http://ncahamilton.ca/home.aspx
- The Nigerian Canadian Association offers a variety of activities and events for members of the Nigerian community.
- Ghana Association of Hamilton: https://hamiltonghana.com/
- The Ghana Association of Hamilton offers events and outreach activities for members of the Ghanaian community in Hamilton.
- Haitian Association of Hamilton Ontario: https://www.facebook.com/haitian.hamilton/
- The Haitian Association of Hamilton Ontario celebrates the Haitian community through events and activities.
- The Reverend John C Holland Awards: https://www.johnhollandawards.com/
- The Reverend John C Holland Awards offer post-secondary education scholarships for Black youth and celebrate academic achievements and excellence in the Black community.
- HCLC Black Justice Project: https://hamiltonjustice.ca/en/community-justice/black-justice/
- The Black Justice Project provides culturally competent legal services for Black community members.
- Graduation Coach Program for Black Students: https://www.hwdsb.on.ca/blog/graduation-coach-summer-2022-video/
- The Graduation Coach Program for Black Students supports Black students by helping them successfully transition into their chosen post-secondary pathway.
- Greater Hamilton Health Network: https://greaterhamiltonhealthnetwork.ca/
- The Greater Hamilton Health Network connects community members with healthcare services and medical providers in Hamilton.
- National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health: https://nccdh.ca/
- The National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health advances social determinants of health and health equity through policy.
- Youth Wellness Centre: https://www.stjoes.ca/hospital-services/mental-health-addiction-services/mental-health-services/youth-wellness-centre
- The Youth Wellness Centre at St. Joseph’s Healthcare offers expert mental health and substance use care for youth aged 17-25 (no referrals needed).
- Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre: http://hucchc.com/
- THe Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre offers primary healthcare, community health, harm reduction services, mental health and addictions counseling, meal programs, and more.
- Compass Community Health Centre: https://compassch.org/
- The Compass Community Health Centre provides a wide variety of health-related programs and services, including access to family doctors, mental wellness programs, community programs, and more.
- Centre de Santé: https://www.cschn.ca/
- Centre de Santé is a community health center that offers primary health services, violence prevention programs, and community services for Hamilton’s Francophone population.
- Refuge: Hamilton Centre for Newcomer Health: https://newcomerhealth.ca/
- Refuge: Hamilton Centre for Newcomer Health provides healthcare services to Hamilton’s new immigrant and refugee population. The Centre addresses needs that are specific to the newcomer population and reduces barriers to healthcare.
- Hamilton Immigration Partnership Council: https://hamiltonimmigration.ca/
- The Hamilton Immigration Partnership Council aims to create a seamless settlement experience for immigrants in Hamilton.
- Immigrants Working Centre: https://iwchamilton.ca/
- The Immigrants Working Centre offers settlement supports, employment services, English language classes, and more for newcomers to Hamilton.
- Wesley – Newcomer Services: http://www.wesley.ca/
- Wesley offers a variety of services, including resettlement and settlement supports and temporary accommodation for refugees.
- YMCA – Immigrant Settlement Services: https://www.ymcahbb.ca
- YMCA – Immigrant Settlement Services supports newcomers through programs, services, and supports, including language assessments and referrals, mentorship matches, and more.
- YWCA – Immigration and Settlement Services: https://www.ywcahamilton.org/join/
- YWCA – Immigration and Settlement Services provides employment counseling, mentorship, and workshops for newcomers.
- Centre de santé communautaire Hamilton-Niagara: http://www.cschn.ca/
- Centre de santé communautaire offers information and referrals for Francophone newcomers, housing help, and job search supports.
- Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre: http://www.hucchc.com/
- Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre provides primary care, community health programs, and immigrant & refugee support services.
- Refuge: Hamilton Centre for Newcomer Health: https://www.newcomerhealth.ca/
- Refuge: Hamilton Centre for Newcomer Health offers primary care, mental health counseling, transition services, and more for all newcomers.
- Compass Community Health: https://compassch.org/
- Compass Community Health offers primary care, health-related resources, mental health counseling, recreation, and education support to all members of the Hamilton community.
- Collège Boréal Hamilton – Access Centre: https://www.collegeboreal.ca/en/our-campus/our-locations/access-centres-hamilton
- Collège Boréal Hamilton provides French and English language training, bridging programs for internationally trained Francophone professionals, and more for newcomers.
- Mohawk College – Free Programs for Newcomers: http://www.mohawkcollege.ca/newcomers
- Mohawk College offers English language classes, workplace preparation, mentorship opportunities, and more for newcomers.
- Hamilton Public Library: https://www.hpl.ca/
- The Hamilton Public Library provides online tutoring, seniors’ online classes, and more for all newcomers.
- Empowerment Squared: https://empowermentsquared.org/
- Empowerment Squared provides mentorship, professional skills development, sports and recreation programs, and more for all newcomers and racialized people.
- Circle of Friends for Newcomers: https://www.circleoffriends.ca/
- Circle of Friends for Newcomers offers English language classes for permanent residents and refugees.
- Care Centre for Internationally Educated Nurses: https://care4nurses.org/
- Care Centre for Internationally Educated Nurses supports internationally educated nurses throughout the process of becoming a registered nurse in Canada.
- Micah House: https://www.micahhouse.ca/
- Micah House offers temporary accommodation, settlement counseling, and more for refugees.
- Open Homes Hamilton: https://www.iafr.ca/open-homes-hamilton.html
- Open Homes Hamilton offers temporary accommodation, settlement counseling, and more for refugees.
- Refuge: Hamilton Centre for Newcomer Health: https://newcomerhealth.ca/
- Refuge: Hamilton Centre for Newcomer Health provides healthcare services to Hamilton’s new immigrant and refugee population. The Centre addresses needs that are specific to the newcomer population and reduces barriers to healthcare.
- Aboriginal Legal Services of Toronto: https://www.aboriginallegal.ca/
- Aboriginal Legal Services addresses the legal needs of Indigenous people living in the Greater Toronto Area.
- Brantford Regional Indigenous Support Centre: https://ofifc.org/friendship-centre/brantford-regional-indigenous-support-centre/
- The Brantford Regional Indigenous Support Centre provides advocacy, social, cultural, and educational programming to the Urban Indigenous Community in the Brantford region.
- Circle of Beads: The Indigenous Consultation Circle
- Circle of Beads is a table of Indigenous people and Indigenous-led agencies that work together to respond to anti-Indigenous discrimination. Circle of Beads creates a space for Indigenous community members to come forward and describe racism in their lives. The Circle aims to address this discrimination and ensure that community members are connected to support systems and resources. To learn more about Circle of Beads, please email lyndon.george@hclc.clcj.ca or adavis@hric.ca.
- Native Women’s Centre: https://www.nativewomenscentre.com/
- The Native Women’s Centre provides safe, emergency shelter for all women, regardless of age, ancestry, culture, place of origin, or sexual orientation with or without children, who are experiencing crisis.
- HCLC Indigenous Justice Initiative: YEN:TENE https://hamiltonjustice.ca/en/community-justice/indigenous-justice/
- YEN:TENE improves access to justice for Indigenous people in Hamilton and in surrounding communities.
- Hamilton Regional Indian Centre: https://www.hric.ca/
- The Hamilton Regional Indian Centre works towards providing urban Indigenous people with tools to achieve a balanced, holistic lifestyle.
- De dwa da dehs nye>s (Aboriginal Health Centre): https://aboriginalhealthcentre.com/
- De dwa da dehs nye>s improves the health and wellbeing of Indigenous people through its services and programs.
- Metis Women’s Circle: https://metiswomenscircle.ca/
- The Metis Women’s Circle works to build community among urban Indigenous women and their families.
- Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg (Niwasa Aboriginal Education Programs): https://niwasa.ca/
- Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg provides educational programs and services rooted in Indigenous culture and language.
- Native Youth Advancement with Education Hamilton (NYA:WEH): https://www.hwcdsb.ca/learn/firstnationmetisinuit/53–NYAWEH—Native-Youth-Advancement-With-Education-Hamilton
- NYA:WEH provides culturally based educational and personal support programs for Indigenous youth in Hamilton’s secondary school system.
- Sisters in Spirit: https://www.facebook.com/sistersinspirit1/
- Sisters in Spirit advocates for missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people.
- Mohawk College Aboriginal Education and Student Services: https://www.mohawkcollege.ca/indigenous-students
- Mohawk College Aboriginal Education and Student Services provides programs and services to support Indigenous students at Mohawk.
- McMaster Indigenous Student Services: https://indigservices.mcmaster.ca/
- McMaster Indigenous Student Services offers various supports and opportunities for Indigenous learners at McMaster.
- Hamilton Jewish Federation: https://www.jewishhamilton.org/
- Hamilton Jewish Federation is committed to building a safe and inclusive Jewish community and offers programs for Jewish people to celebrate Jewish culture, values, and traditions.
- Hamilton Jewish Family Services: https://hamiltonjfs.ca/
- Hamilton Jewish Family Services provides a wide range of social services to support Hamilton’s Jewish community.
- Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs: https://www.cija.ca/
- The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs uses advocacy to protect the quality of Jewish life in Canada.
- The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance: https://www.holocaustremembrance.com/
- The International Holocaust Remembrance aims to advance Holocaust education, research, and remembrance.
- Aboriginal Legal Services: https://www.aboriginallegal.ca/
- Aboriginal Legal Services addresses the legal needs of Indigenous people living in the Greater Toronto Area.
- Black Legal Action Centre: https://www.blacklegalactioncentre.ca/
- The Black Legal Action Centre offers legal services for members of Ontario’s Black communities.
- Hamilton Community Legal Clinic: https://hamiltonjustice.ca/en/
- The Hamilton Community Legal Clinic provides legal services to low-income individuals and communities to promote access to justice.
- Human Rights Legal Support Centre: https://hrlsc.on.ca/
- The Human Rights Legal Support Centre offers legal advice and services to help people claim and protect their human rights.
- Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario: https://tribunalsontario.ca/hrto/
- Aboriginal Legal Services: https://www.aboriginallegal.ca/
- The Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario resolves claims of discrimination and harassment brought under the Human Rights Code.
- Ontario Human Rights Commission: https://www.ohrc.on.ca/en
- The Ontario Human Rights Commission promotes and protects human rights in Ontario to create an inclusive society where everyone belongs.
- Canadian Human Rights Commission: https://www.chrc-ccdp.gc.ca/en
- The Canadian Human Rights Commission helps ensure that everyone in Canada is treated fairly, no matter who they are. The Commission represents public interest and holds the Government of Canada accountable on human rights matters.
- Canadian Human Rights Tribunal: https://www.chrt-tcdp.gc.ca/index-en.html
- The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal hears cases related to discrimination at the federal level. The tribunal emphasizes that all Canadians have the right to equality, equal opportunity, fair treatment and an environment free from discrimination.
- Mishka Social Services: https://mishkasocialservices.org/
- Mishka Social Services aims to bridge the gap between current services in Hamilton and the Muslim community through its various programs.
- Muslim Association of Hamilton: https://hamiltonmosque.com/
- The Muslim Association of Hamilton is a charitable organization that provides religious, educational, and social services for Hamilton’s Muslim community.
- Muslim Link: https://muslimlink.ca/directory/hamilton/muslim-services/masjids-musallahs/all?cf43[0]=hamilton
- Muslim Link is a resource that provides the contact information of various Islamic centers, mosques, and additional supports for the Muslim community.
- Islamic School of Hamilton: https://www.ishcanada.com/default.aspx
- The Islamic School of Hamilton is a non-profit private school that teaches its students the Ontario curriculum, in addition to Quran, Arabic, French, and Islamic Studies.
- Nisa Homes: https://nisahomes.com/
- Nisa Homes is a women’s shelter that provides culturally appropriate care for Muslim women. It is a charity that offers support services for women, with or without children, who are fleeing domestic violence, poverty, or seeking asylum.
- Sexual Assault Centre Hamilton and Area (SACHA): https://sacha.ca/
- The Sexual Assault Centre Hamilton and Area provides a wide variety of services for survivors of sexual violence, including a 24 hour support line, counselling, chat supports, and more.
- Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Care Centre: https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/areas-of-care/emergency-care/sexual-assault-domestic-violence/
- The Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Care Centre provides compassionate and confidential healthcare for people who have experienced sexual assault and/or domestic violence.
- THRIVE Child and Youth Trauma Services: https://thrivechildandyouth.ca/about-thrive/
- THRIVE Child and Youth Trauma Services promotes the safe and healthy development of children. It offers services and programs for young survivors of sexual abuse.
- Building Resilience and Confronting Risk in the COVID-19 Era: A Parents and Caregivers Guide to Online Radicalization: https://www.splcenter.org/sites/default/files/splc_peril_covid_parents_guide_jan_2021_1.pdf
- This guide supports parents and caregivers to prevent youth radicalization to extremism.
- Conversations for Parents and Caregivers to Keep Kids Safe from Hate Movements: https://www.antihate.school/conversations_parents_caregivers_kids_safe_hate_movements
- This resource helps parents and caregivers keep kids safe from hate movements.
- Canadian Race Relations Foundation: https://www.crrf-fcrr.ca/en/
- The Canadian Race Relations Foundation is dedicated to eliminating racism and all forms of racial discrimination in Canada.
- Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion: https://hcci.ca/
- The Hamilton Centre for Civic Inclusion aims to create an inclusive and welcoming city for all through its initiatives.
- Hamilton Anti-Racism Resource Centre: https://www.harrc.ca/
- The Hamilton Anti-Racism Resource Centre is committed to advancing education about racism and discrimination through its workshops, programs, events, and support services.
- Canadian Anti-Hate Network: https://www.antihate.ca/
- The Canadian Anti-Hate Network monitors, researches, and counters hate groups in Canada by providing education and information.
- Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton: https://www.sprc.hamilton.on.ca/
- The Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton works with community members to provide research that informs policies and decision-making. It also facilitates community programs centered on poverty reduction, housing security, equity, and inclusion.
- Racism Mapping Project: https://www.surreylip.ca/our-projects/racism-mapping-project/#1620163584810-3f289be0-0896
- The Racism Mapping Project is a platform that allows people who have experienced hate to report and share their experiences anonymously.
- Hamilton Anti-Racism Resource Centre – Hate Reporting Form: https://www.harrc.ca/reporting-form
- This hate reporting form allows community members to report their experiences of racism or hate.
- HARRC x HCCI x McMaster – Community Online Hate Reporting: wesupporthamilton.ca
- This community-based hate reporting tool allows community members to report their experiences of hate and to access supports and resources.
- Hamilton Police Service – Online Reporting of Hate Motivated Crime or Hate Bias Incidents: https://hamiltonpolice.on.ca/report-crime/online-reporting/report-hate-crime-online
- The Hamilton Police Service offers a hate reporting tool where community members, if they feel comfortable, can report their experiences of hate.
- Disability Justice Network of Ontario: https://www.djno.ca/
- The Disability Justice Network of Ontario aims to build a just and accessible Ontario, where all people with disabilities can thrive.
- Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP): https://hamiltonjustice.ca/en/services/ontario-disability-support-program/
- The Ontario Disability Support Program helps people with disabilities who are in financial need pay for living expenses, like food and housing.
- Adults in Motion: https://adultsinmotion.org/hamilton/
- Adults in Motion offers a wide variety of day and virtual programs for adults with disabilities.
- March of Dimes Canada: https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca
- March of Dimes Canada is a charity that champions equity and empowers people with disabilities through its programs and services.
- L’Arche Hamilton: https://www.larchehamilton.org/
- L’Arche Hamilton offers permanent homes and day programs for people with intellectual disabilities.
- Community Living Hamilton: https://communitylivinghamilton.com/
- Community Living Hamilton provides a wide range of programs and services for people with disabilities, including community activities, employment services, workshops, and more.
- Rygiel Supports for Community Living: https://rygiel.ca/
- Rygiel Supports for Community Living supports people with disabilities through its full-time residential services, respite services, and day supports.