Access Services
How to Reach Us
2017 Weston Rd. Toronto, ON
(416) 241-9898
Mon, Wed, Thurs 9:30 am - 4:00pm
Tues 9:30am - 7:30pm
Fri, Sat 9:30am - 2:30m
Weston King Neighbourhood Centre (WKNC)
Mount Dennis Neighbourhood Centre (MDNC)
TEMPORARILY CLOSED
For urgent help outside of operating hours, there are resources for you below.
In case of emergencies please call 911.
To be connected to any number of Toronto services please call 211 or visit 211toronto.ca.
For Street Outreach call 311.
Shelter central intake can be reached at (416) 338-4766 or 1-(877) 338-3398.
Out of the Cold information about active sites is kept at outofthecold.org.
Services Available to You
Experienced advocates are available to help you navigate systems such as housing, income, and health.
IMPORTANT UPDATE:
Current COVID-19 Information:
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Due to the current COVID-19 Pandemic, for the safety of all participants, volunteers and staff, there have been several changes to regular service.
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Our programming will continue to adapt based on best practices provided by Ontario Health.
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All meals will still be served to the Community. They will have an option for take-out or dine-in. Take-out is available if you bring your own container.
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Those choosing to dine-in are encouraged to wear a mask when not seated and to follow the social distancing guidelines.
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Harm Reduction services are still available but in an adjusted format.
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To-go harm reduction kits have been prepared for those who need them and will be provided in discrete bags.
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Other services are operating in an adjusted format as well.
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For any questions please call our locations for the most up-to-date information.
Calendar of Events and Meal Services
Prepared Meals
We offer free meal services. No registration is required for these meals and there is no catchment area for service users – everyone is welcome! We are open on holidays!
WKNC Provides Meals:
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Every Monday we offer breakfast from 10:00 am-11:00 am and lunch from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm.
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Every Tuesday we offer a take-out only breakfast from 10:00 am-11:00 am and a take-out only community dinner from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm.
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Every Wednesday we offer breakfast from 10:00 am-11:00 am and lunch from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm.
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Every Thursday we offer breakfast from 10:00 am-11:00 am and lunch from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm.
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Every Friday we serve a brunch from 11:00 am-12:00 pm
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Every Saturday we offer breakfast from 10:00 am-11:00 am and lunch from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm.
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If you are living in the Weston or Mount Dennis area and need food or know someone who does, please contact North York Harvest Food Bank at (416) 635-7771 ext. 0.
Grocery Giveaway
Our WKNC location provides free nutritious groceries on a weekly basis. They include all of the needed food groups and are curated to include only the best quality items.
WKNC Provides Groceries:
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Every Tuesday from 12:00pm-1:00pm.
If you are unable to reach our Weston King location and need food bank assistance please contact North York Harvest Food Bank at (416) 635-7771 ext. 0.
Systems Navigation
and Advocacy
We have an experienced systems navigator and advocacy worker on site. Some of the services offered include assistance with finding housing in the GTA, understanding tenant rights, applying for subsidized housing, system navigation, and any advocacy assistance you may need. Services by appointment and drop-in basis Tuesday through Saturday.
Make an Appointment at WKNC:
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To make an appointment with our housing worker, please contact us at bryand@wknc.ca or call us at our number, (416) 241-9898 ex. 102.
To access a local housing list of open rooms/units, please visit East York East Toronto Family Resources
For urgent help through a warming centre or shelter, you can find information about active sites at outofthecold.org. Central intake can also be reached at (416) 338-4766 or 1-(877) 338-3398.
Harm Reduction
We are committed to providing an accepting and judgment-free zone. Both of our locations offer access to hygienic supplies, safe-use kits, condoms, and can connect you with a harm reduction counsellor. We also have Naloxone overdose kits on location in case of emergencies. Supplies are available anytime the centre is open, and available outside when the centre is closed. Any harm reduction supplies will be provided in a discrete bag.
WKNC Hours of Operation:
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Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
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Tuesday from 9:30 am - 7:30 pm
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Friday, Saturday 9:30 am - 2:30 pm
MDNC Hours of Operation:
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TEMPORARILY CLOSED
WKNC: (416)241-9898
Additional Services
Laundry & Shower Services
WKNC location offers free laundry and shower services to participants. You would have access to our laundry room or to one of our shower rooms. Showers are only able to be used by one person at a time and are separated by floor to ceiling drywall for privacy. Please call us at our number, (416) 241-9898, or stop by the centre, to make an appointment. Emergency showers/laundry is available pending availability.
Make an Appointment at WKNC:
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Appointment slots are available on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm
Phone Services
The ability to make important phone calls is available at WKNC during hours of operation. If you are looking to use this service please approach a staff member on site and provide the reason for your call.
Printing and Faxing Services
The ability to print or fax important documents is available at WKNC during hours of operation. If you are looking to use this service please approach a staff member on-site and let us know why you need the service.
Referals
WKNC works with other community service agencies to provide a wide array of services. If there is a service needed that we don’t offer, we will happily connect you with the appropriate organization that can meet your needs.