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The Latest at YES

Taylor’s Story; Leaving his tent behind

When Taylor found himself sleeping outside last winter, he wasn’t totally surprised. He was grateful for his friend who was… Continue reading

Posted on: September 10, 2024 in Client Stories, YES Stories, Current News

Sophia’s story; When the switch flipped

Before, if you were on Brock St. and heard someone yelling and causing a ruckus at the YES Shelter, it… Continue reading

Posted on: February 26, 2024 in YES Stories, Success Story

Insight Series: Human Trafficking

Written by YES Summer Student, Alex Hooke-Wood Human trafficking, unfortunately, is a common problem throughout the world, in Canada, and… Continue reading

Posted on: October 17, 2023 in YES Stories, Insight Series, Current News

Cameron’s Story – Rising out of youth homelessness

When we first met Cameron, he was kind of in shock. He and his mom always had a rocky relationship,… Continue reading

Posted on: October 10, 2023 in YES Stories, Current News, Client Stories, Success Story

Working towards Truth and Reconciliation at YES

Land Acknowledgement The YES Shelter for Youth and Families respectfully acknowledges the sacred land that we meet on, and its… Continue reading

Posted on: September 28, 2023 in Events, YES Stories, Current News