Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre - Bloor West Men's Shelter and Community Drop In

Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre (CONC) is a multi-service agency in West Downtown Toronto providing essential and innovative services for vulnerable community members. The Bloor West Men's Shelter provides overnight shelter for men who are homeless, street-oriented and facing mental health challenges, substance use issues, unemployment and other barriers to maintaining adequate housing. The Community Drop-In Program participants are challenged by significant barriers to stability and autonomy, including recent immigration, physical & mental health issues, substance abuse, isolation, trauma, and involvement in the justice system. Many Drop-In participants are seeking to develop the skills and supports they need to take steps out of poverty, including literacy, financial literacy, healthy coping strategies and positive relationships with peers and family.