Best Buddies Canada

Record #: MET4700
Last Modified: 11 Oct 2024
Last Full Update: 29 Aug 2024

Contact Information

Office Phone 416-531-0003
Toll Free Phone 1-888-779-0061
Fax 416-531-0325
E-Mail info@bestbuddies.ca
Website www.bestbuddies.ca
Social Media Facebook Facebook, Instagram Instagram, X (Twitter) X (Twitter), YouTube YouTube

Site Information

Located In Community Toronto
Address & Map
2 Sheppard Ave E
20th Floor
Toronto, ON
Canada M2N 5Y7
 
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Intersection Islington Ave and Bloor St W
Mailing Address 2 Sheppard Ave E 
20th Floor 
Toronto, ON 
Canada M2N 5Y7
Physical Access Program activities take place at various locations in the community -- call for accessibility details

Agency Information

Legal Status (50) Non Profit

Description and Service Details

Description (Service) Matches students with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • creates one-to-one friendships in participating high schools, universities and colleges
  • inclusive group activities in participating elementary schools
  • virtual programs available
  • works in conjunction with community agencies
Hours Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm
Areas Served Ontario
Eligibility Students with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities who complete the screening process and meet matching criteria
Application Online application
Languages English, French
Fees No fee to participate in program, but there may be nominal fees for certain activities

Categories and Classification

Youth Main Categories Disabilities
Youth Sub-Categories Health & Developmental Disabilities
Service Categories Buddy Programs ~ Intellectual Disabilities

Agency Overview


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