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A drop-in for homeless and at-risk youth, located at 1247 Wyandotte E. Windsor. Mon to Sat 4pm-9pm You can contact us at [email protected]

The WYC aims to meet the immediate needs of homeless and at risk of being homeless youth; food, clothing, personal hygiene, assistance navigating agencies, information about shelter plus a safe and nurturing environment. Basically, this is a friendly place where “kids” can feel comfortable and where they can get help.

11/03/2026

A conversation can change a perspective. A community can change a life - https://downtownmission.akaraisin.com/ui/benchtalks2026

Bench Talks is a 24-hour awareness and fundraising event hosted by the Downtown Mission of Windsor, bringing together community leaders, businesses, artists, volunteers, speakers, donors, and residents to learn, connect, and take action on homelessness, housing insecurity, food insecurity, mental health, and youth homelessness in Windsor-Essex.

Ashley Marchand, Director of Youth Services and Administration and Jordyne Rose, Manager of Youth Services from the Windsor Youth Centre (WYC), a program of the Windsor Downtown Mission - DTM will be shining the spotlight on youth homelessness from 8pm-9pm followed by a vigil for those we have lost.

Join us November 5, 2026 starting at 11am until November 6, 2026 at 11am as we turn every hour into an opportunity for impact. Come check out the other amazing speakers who will be present throughout the entire event and help spread awareness and raise funds for a crucial community service.

Can’t attend in person? Subscribe to the Downtown Mission YouTube channel through the link below and watch us live throughout the event!

http://www.youtube.com/

Look forward to seeing you all there!

11/03/2026

Our November calendar is here! ☕️🧣🍂🤎

Join us for a month filled with fun activities from our Financial Literacy Program with John Howard Society, UP2U offering free haircuts or GSA with movie night.

Stay tuned for the Youth ID clinic and Legal Info Clinic coming up this month!

We’re open Monday-Saturday from 4-9pm, we can’t wait to see you!

11/03/2026

🚨Crime Prevention Week! 🚨

Join us at the Windsor Youth Centre for an afternoon of conversation, connection, and learning!

We’ll be welcoming guests from St. Leonard's House-Windsor to share their personal journeys and experiences, and explore the importance of making positive choices and building healthy connections.

Come out, connect, listen, and be part of the conversation! 💬

10/30/2026

✔️ ITEMS WE ACCEPT ✔️
❌ ITEMS WE DO NOT ❌

While we're always thankful for community support, limited storage space make it difficult to accept some all items.

Not sure if we will accept an item? Give us a call! (226 674 0006)

10/28/2026

A big thank you to this amazing group for coming out to the WYC to cook and serve dinner for our youth!

We’re so grateful for your time, kindness, and support. It means so much to have people in our community who are willing to show up and give back. Thank you for sharing a meal with our youth and helping make the WYC a welcoming space for everyone!

10/26/2026

Thank you Emmanuel United Church!

We can't say it enough. The ongoing generosity from your team is so appreciated. We look forward to these incredible meals: scalloped potatoes, roasted ham, fresh salad! Yummy!

Thank you for preparing another wonderful dinner for us all. We left no crumbs!

10/26/2026

Thank you again Tecumseh United Church!

The meal prepared by your team was absolutely delicious. The WYC loves spaghetti and meatballs, and apple crisp and ice cream for dessert can't be beat! Thank you for putting in the time and effort to make us all a home cooked meal. We can't say thank you enough for the ongoing care.

10/24/2026

Happy Halloween from our WYC GSA group! 🧡🎃

This week we carved these cute and spooky pumpkins for Halloween!

Join us Fridays @ 5:30pm for GSA programing 🏳️‍🌈

10/22/2026

⚖️ LEGAL INFO CLINIC AT THE WYC! ⚖️

Have questions about your rights or need help navigating a legal matter? We’ve got you!

Join us next week at the Windsor Youth Centre for our Legal Info Clinic in collaboration with Pro Bono Students Canada (PBSC).

📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Windsor Youth Centre

This is an opportunity to ask questions, access legal information, and connect with resources.

10/19/2026

Join us TODAY at 5:30 PM at the Windsor Youth Centre for our Youth Financial Literacy Program in partnership with the John Howard Society!

💰READY TO LEVEL UP YOUR FINANCE SKILLS?💰

The Windsor Youth Centre is excited to offer the Youth Financial Literacy Independence Program (FLIP)!

In partnership with the John Howard Society of Windsor-Essex, this FREE 6-week program will help youth build confidence and practical skills when it comes to managing money. 💸

📅 Mondays | October 19 - November 23
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Windsor Youth Centre

📩 Interested in joining? Contact the Windsor Youth Centre for more information!

Address

Windsor, ON

Telephone

+12266740006

Website

https://www.downtownmission.com/what-we-do/the-windsor-youth-centre/

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