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Organization:
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Ve'ahavta
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Phone Numbers:
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416-964-7698
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Crisis:
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416-964-5572
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Address:
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4100 Chesswood Dr Unit 1
Toronto, ON
M3J 2B9
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Location:
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Cross streets: Dufferin St and Finch Ave
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Accessibility Notes:
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Wheelchair accessible building, assistance needed with main entrance; barrier free washrooms
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Hours:
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Office Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Street Outreach (MJRH): Mon-Sat 6 pm-11 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Marni Herskovits - VP of Programs
416-964-7698 ext 217 * marni.herskovits@veahavta.org
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Service Description:
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Ve'ahavta Skills Academy (VSA) - a free virtual pre-employment program that focuses on skills training and career support- 9 week paid program includes up to 6 months of Case Management support to set goals and create action plans for success
- online workshops 3 days per week focused on pre-employment and life skills
- one-on-one support from an Employment Specialist to help participants work toward employment goals
Life Stabilization Program (LSP) - free 3-month program providing individualized support for people navigating poverty, mental health challenges, and other complex barriers- one-on-one case management to identify goals and build achievable action plans
- weekly peer support groups to strengthen connections to the community
Recipe for Success Internship - free 3-month paid internship in Ve'ahavta's commercial kitchen- participants work two shifts per week preparing nutritious meals for the community
- Food Handler certification and First Aid/CPR certification
- up to 6 months of Case Management support to set goals and create action plans for success
- one-on-one support from an Employment Specialist to help participants work toward employment goals
Upper Shelf Inventory Management Internship - free 3-month paid internship in Ve'ahavta's warehouse focused on logistics and inventory management- participants work two shifts per week learning to receive, sort, and track inventory using a database system
- includes ladder safety, manual materials handling, WHMIS, and First Aid/CPR
- up to 6 months of Case Management support to set goals and create action plans for success
- one-on-one support from an Employment Specialist to help participants work toward employment goals
Mobile Jewish Response to Homelessness (MJRH) - Street Outreach Vans:- mobile street outreach program delivering essential supplies and support to people experiencing homelessness across the city
- one outreach van operates 5 shifts per week downtown, with a second van operating 5 shifts per week in North York and Scarborough
- distributes food, clothing, hygiene supplies, and harm reduction kits
- outreach workers also provide referrals and connections to additional supports and services
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Street Outreach Vans: no application necessary
All other programs: apply online at https://veahavta.tfaforms.net/106 or contact our Recruitment and Intake Coordinator at programs@veahavta.org or 416-964-7698 ext 230
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals who have experienced poverty, marginalization or homelessness
Service area: East to West: Jane St to Morningside Ave, North to South: Steeles Ave W to Lake Ontario
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Toronto
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Last Updated:
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4/28/2026
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=133885
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