Program focus: Communication Skills, Community, Multimedia, Skill Development, Socializing, Youth, Youth Engagement more…
Studio 2 Multimedia Program supports youth in the development of multimedia skills, as well as social skills, with an emphasis on media literacy, employability skills and mental health.
Our program uses various industry standard software and hardware to help youth design a variety of media projects. Youth are engaged under the supervision and guidance of professionals and Strides Toronto staff. Projects youth can work on include film and documentaries, print, photography, portfolio development, and music/audio recording. Programming is delivered through one-on-one sessions, group workshops and facilitated workshops in the community and/or school.
If you’re using a desktop or laptop computer click on this link to enter this virtual gallery and listen to some amazing beats produced by participants of the Studio 2 multimedia beat-making program. Enjoy! https://www.artsteps.com/view/64512d4142302b7377f0b2f8?currentUser

If you’re using a desktop or laptop computer click on this link to enter this virtual gallery and listen to some amazing beats produced by participants of the Studio 2 multimedia beat-making program. Enjoy! https://www.artsteps.com/view/64512d4142302b7377f0b2f8?currentUser
Posted @withregram • @thezone_stridesto Join us in The Zone this February as we celebrate Black History Month💚💛❤️
Mondays – Honouring Black History through food. Learn about and cook traditional Somalian, Kenyan and Jamaican dishes.
Wednesday February 1st and 8th – Learn about Black History while making a community quilt.
Friday February 10th – Black History games night
Friday February 24th – Black History movie night
📲 dm us if you have any questions!
#BlackHistoryMonth #YouthEngagement

Posted @withregram • @thezone_stridesto Join us in The Zone this February as we celebrate Black History Month💚💛❤️
Mondays – Honouring Black History through food. Learn about and cook traditional Somalian, Kenyan and Jamaican dishes.
Wednesday February 1st and 8th – Learn about Black History while making a community quilt.
Friday February 10th – Black History games night
Friday February 24th – Black History movie night
📲 dm us if you have any questions!
#BlackHistoryMonth #YouthEngagement
Posted @withrepost • @thezone_stridesto Join us on Wednesday December 21st from 3-6pm for the Zone’s 2022 holiday party.
Wear your tacky holiday attire and drop in for games, prizes and some delicious food.
This is a free event for youth 12-25 years old.

Posted @withrepost • @thezone_stridesto Join us on Wednesday December 21st from 3-6pm for the Zone’s 2022 holiday party.
Wear your tacky holiday attire and drop in for games, prizes and some delicious food.
This is a free event for youth 12-25 years old.
Posted @withrepost • @mo_thesocialyow Hi everyone! The Zone is hosting their annual Holiday Food Drive and donations will be collected between November 14-December 9th.
Some items that are high in demand:
– rice
– canned vegetables
– canned fruit
– coconut milk
– beans
– peanut butter
– canned meat
– pasta sauces
Etc.
Donate today!!

Posted @withrepost • @mo_thesocialyow Hi everyone! The Zone is hosting their annual Holiday Food Drive and donations will be collected between November 14-December 9th.
Some items that are high in demand:
– rice
– canned vegetables
– canned fruit
– coconut milk
– beans
– peanut butter
– canned meat
– pasta sauces
Etc.
Donate today!!
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Program focus: Abuse, Employment, Housing, Legal, LGBT, Mental Health, Multimedia, School, Sex Work, Trauma more…

Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) is an initiative that aims to bring the right services to youth (and their families) at the right time and in the right place.
We provide youth aged 12 – 25 with a range of services to address needs related to mental health, substance use, primary care, education, employment, housing, and other social services. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where youth can access support, connect with peers, and engage in activities that promote wellness.
When you first get connected to our Youth Wellness Hub, we will help you identify which service is the best fit for your needs.
Meet our integrated care team:
- Nurse Practitioner
Our Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and transitional clinical care related to physical, mental and sexual health. They can support you with clarifying a diagnosis, creating treatment plans, prescribing and managing medication and making referrals to specialized health services. - Care Navigation
Care navigators will work with you to set and achieve goals in areas such as health, mental health, employment, education, housing, and more. They will also help you to navigate social service and healthcare systems to find the best options for you. - Counselling
Therapists are available to help you explore your emotions, gain insights into your behaviours and thoughts and provide helpful strategies that you can implement in your daily life. Whether you want to talk about anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, coping with trauma or managing stress, our counsellors will listen and support you in enhancing your emotional well-being. - Peer Support
Peer support workers provide support, guidance and understanding through their shared experience of navigating mental health services. Peer support is offered in both individual and group settings. - Harm Reduction
If you need support reducing harm and improving well-being in relation to substance use, counsellors are available to provide you with guidance and tools to help you navigate through life while making safer and informed decisions.
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Program focus: Abuse, Employment, Housing, Legal, LGBT, Mental Health, Multimedia, School, Sex Work, Trauma more…

Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) is an initiative that aims to bring the right services to youth (and their families) at the right time and in the right place.
We provide youth aged 12 – 25 with a range of services to address needs related to mental health, substance use, primary care, education, employment, housing, and other social services. We aim to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where youth can access support, connect with peers, and engage in activities that promote wellness.
When you first get connected to our Youth Wellness Hub, we will help you identify which service is the best fit for your needs.
Meet our integrated care team:
- Nurse Practitioner
Our Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and transitional clinical care related to physical, mental and sexual health. They can support you with clarifying a diagnosis, creating treatment plans, prescribing and managing medication and making referrals to specialized health services. - Care Navigation
Care navigators will work with you to set and achieve goals in areas such as health, mental health, employment, education, housing, and more. They will also help you to navigate social service and healthcare systems to find the best options for you. - Counselling
Therapists are available to help you explore your emotions, gain insights into your behaviours and thoughts and provide helpful strategies that you can implement in your daily life. Whether you want to talk about anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, coping with trauma or managing stress, our counsellors will listen and support you in enhancing your emotional well-being. - Peer Support
Peer support workers provide support, guidance and understanding through their shared experience of navigating mental health services. Peer support is offered in both individual and group settings. - Harm Reduction
If you need support reducing harm and improving well-being in relation to substance use, counsellors are available to provide you with guidance and tools to help you navigate through life while making safer and informed decisions.
Program focus: LGBT, Multimedia, Socializing
The Zone Youth Space is a place where youth can come to create, connect, learn and inspire!
Created in partnership with Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation, The Zone Youth Spaces provides a dedicated space for youth, consistent staff, and programming tailored to a variety of youth interests.
The Zone Youth Space offers free programming 6 days a week, that includes after-school youth drop in, employment and leadership workshops, homework help, multimedia programming, and more. The space is equipped with video games, board games, a pool table, foosball, computers, and free WiFi.
For more information, contact Lindsay Wheelans at lindsay.wheelans@stridestoronto.ca
Get In Touch with The Zone on Instagram