SOLIDARITY WITH TRANS CHILDREN & YOUTH ACROSS ONTARIO
Published on September 1, 2023Planned Parenthood Toronto, Planned Parenthood Ottawa, and SHORE Centre unite in support of trans children and youth across the province ONTARIO (September 1, 2023) – Planned Parenthood Toronto, Planned Parenthood Ottawa, and SHORE Centre (Waterloo Region) unite in response to recent comments made by Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce regarding a possible mandate for school boards […]
Planned Parenthood Toronto Stands for Health Care for All!
Published on April 12, 2023Planned Parenthood Toronto stands with our communities and is strongly against the recent move to end the life-saving expansion of hospital care to uninsured persons by the Ontario Ministry of Health. Launched in March 2020, the ‘Physicians and Hospital Services for Uninsured Persons Program’ has been transformational for both the healthcare system and residents without OHIP. The […]
PPT stands with Black communities mourning the racist, white supremacist mass shootings at Tops Friendly Market in Buffalo, NY
Published on May 16, 2022There are many Black-led organizations in Buffalo responding to this tragedy through care for the Black community in Buffalo at this time. If, to show your solidarity at this time, you would like to donate, please consider giving to Black Love Resists in the Rust https://blackloveresistsintherust.org/ or Rooted in Love https://www.feedbuffalo.org/”
Roe V Wade: PPT Stands in Solidarity!
Published on May 5, 2022he PPT Board of Directors and leadership are deeply in solidarity with the incredible organizing happening by reproductive justice and pro-choice activists on the ground in the US as Roe v. Wade is closer than ever to being repealed by the US Supreme Court.
Planned Parenthood Toronto on Roe v. Wade Press Release
Published on May 3, 2022In rage and solidarity, Planned Parenthood Toronto (PPT) stands with the people of the United States as Roe v. Wade, is set to be repealed by the US Supreme Court.
national day for truth and reconciliation
Published on September 27, 2021This year, PPT will be marking September 30th as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
we can help you get your COVID-19 vaccine
Published on September 8, 2021As part of our work with the Mid-West Toronto OHT, we can now help PPT clients get their COVID-19 vaccine at CAMH.
statement on discovery of unmarked Indigenous graves at former residential school sites
Published on June 24, 2021Like many others, we’re mourning all the victims of residential schools, and those who have lost their lives to the violence of settler colonialism.
PPT’s new equity statement
Published on June 9, 2021Our board of directors and management team are excited to share our new Equity Statment that speaks to PPT’s values, commitment, and vision regarding equity.
‘touchless’ medical abortions at PPT
Published on May 1, 2021at PPT, we’re offering medical abortion by telemedicine Before booking with a clinician you’ll speak with a peer educator about your options. We can help you figure out all the options available to you, and book your appointments if you decide a telemedicine medical abortion makes sense for you. You’ll have a phone or video […]
become a member of ppt
Published on April 26, 2021Choice needs supporting. Members of PPT are kept up to date about what we’re up to, and are able to vote in our annual general meeting. Maybe most importantly, it represents your commitment to sexual and reproductive health & rights. Get involved, support PPT, become a member.
announcement from the board: welcoming PPT’s new executive director
Published on April 19, 2021Following a comprehensive search, we are pleased to announce the appointment of a new Executive Director.
the implant
Published on March 23, 2021The implant is a small plastic rod containing one hormone that a clinician places under the skin of your upper arm.
COVID-19 vaccine FAQ’s
Published on March 19, 2021With Ontario’s roll out underway, we’ve rounded up a few reliable resources, answered some FAQs and put together the TLDR on COVID-19 vaccines.
Black Youth Mental Health Initiative
Published on March 2, 2021We’ve teamed up with Dr. Roberta Timothy and Dr. Mercedes Umana of Continuing Healing Consultants to launch the Black Youth Mental Health Initiative.
Anti-Black Racism and Current Events
Published on June 1, 2020Anti-Black Racism and Current Events Black Lives Matter. Planned Parenthood Toronto stands alongside and in support of Toronto’s Black communities, and Black communities everywhere, following the heightened presence of anti-Black violence in our news feeds, our community, and in communities across Canada and the US. Your fight for justice is our fight for justice: we […]
IUDs in COVID-19
Published on May 19, 2020IUDs in COVID-19 During COVID-19 a lot of things are different. We’re getting tons of questions about IUDs, so here’s a quick guide to what PPT is doing about IUD care right now. Are you doing IUD insertions? Yes! We had paused insertions earlier this year in the first lockdown, but as of right now […]
OTN + Virtual Visits
Published on April 17, 2020A lot is changing around how we visit with clients because of social distancing and prioritizing your safety. In an effort to limit non-essential travel, we’re bringing PPT to you! Using the Ontario Telemedicine Network (or OTN for short) we can still chat with you about your healthcare needs in a secure and convenient way through a virtual visit.
COVID-19: what you need to know
Published on March 5, 2020COVID-19: what you need to know Please note: the most recent update to this post is June 12th, 2020. We’re receiving daily updates from the Ministry of Health, and are following their guidelines to help prevent the spread of Novel Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. This means there have been some changes to our services […]
join the ppt board
Published on March 29, 2019Call for Board Members Are you interested in sexual health and youth wellbeing? Are you pro-choice? Do you have 6-10 hours to volunteer each month? Planned Parenthood Toronto (PPT) is a fully accredited community health centre that provides primary health care services to youth 13 to 29 years as well as health promotion programming, education, […]
call for participants: quality improvement focus group
Published on February 28, 2019call for participants: quality improvement focus group Are you a current PPT client? Have your voice heard. Your input, opinions, and experience will help us understand how we’re doing and how we can serve you better. Take part in an upcoming focus group: Wednesday, March 20th from 6:00pm-8:00pm You’ll get TTC tokens, a $20 honorarium, […]
We want your ideas for LGBTQ* Youth Projects
Published on August 16, 2018We want your ideas for LGBTQ* Youth Projects The LGBTQ Youth Initiative is looking to support initiatives, activities, and/or projects by and for 2SLGBTQ youth in Toronto. Some examples of activities include making something (such as a video, pamphlet, comic, or poster), facilitating a workshop, hosting a discussion, organizing an event, planning an action, etc. […]
join us at the 2017 choice awards
Published on May 31, 2017join us at the 2017 choice awards It’s time again for our favourite time of year: the time where we get to honour the people in our community supporting, expanding, and redefining choice. Join us this year on June 14th 2017 as we hold our annual AGM and follow it up with the 2017 Choice […]
supporting newcomer access project sexual health activity book
Published on April 6, 2017supporting newcomer access project sexual health activity book This sexual health activity book was created as part of the Supporting Newcomer Access Project (SNAP) at Planned Parenthood Toronto. The ideas and images for this book were created and made by SNAP volunteers during our 2015-2016 cycle of the program. We wanted learning about sex and […]
free hiv/aids workshops for youth, by youth
Published on February 2, 2017free hiv/aids workshops for youth, by youth Our youth HIV/AIDS project is hosting a series of free workshops for youth and by youth. If you’ve ever had questions about HIV/AIDS, the impact it has on people, the myths surrounding it, or how you can do more to fight the stigma, check out the poster and […]
ppt holiday hours
Published on December 22, 2016ppt holiday hours We’ll be closed for a few days over the holidays, so if you’ll be visiting us soon make sure you know when. No real big surprises though. PPT Holiday Hours: Saturday, December 24: Normal Saturday sexual health drop-in (10:00 – 2:00) Sunday, December 25: Closed Monday, December 26: Closed (in lieu of […]
youth sexual health needs infographic
Published on November 14, 2016Youth Sexual Health Needs Infographic – from Planned Parenthood Toronto – click here to download in pdf
volunteer with snap
Published on September 9, 2016volunteer with snap The Supporting Newcomer Access Project (SNAP): Peer-Based Sexual Health Education for Newcomer Youth Are you a newcomer* to Canada who is between the ages of 16 and 29? Do you want to give back to your community by being a Peer Educator and youth leader? Are you interested in fighting the […]
more iud capacity at ppt
Published on August 30, 2016more iud capacity at ppt IUDs at PPT – now more than ever Thinking about getting an IUD? Want to know the difference between IUDs and other types of contraception? Not sure what the process is of getting an IUD? Tried to make an appointment at PPT to get one but you were told we […]
volunteer with teenhealthsource
Published on August 22, 2016volunteer with teenhealthsource PPT’s Teen Programming is looking for teen volunteers (ages 16-19) to join our amazing volunteer team! The application form is attached and available at teenhealthsource.com/blog/volunteer. Planned Parenthood Toronto’s Teen Health Source offers teens unique ways to get reliable information about sexual health. Peer volunteers provide information on sexual and reproductive health directly […]
join the 2016 race to end hiv stigma from peak
Published onjoin the 2016 race to end hiv stigma from peak P.E.A.K. (Prevention, Engagement, Action, Knowledge) presents the Race to End HIV Stigma. Team up with a partner and fight HIV stigma along with other youth 13-29 from across the GTA in a team-based Amazing Race where you can discover services and resources, meet people, have […]
what i wish i knew about dating when i was younger
Published on August 16, 2016what i wish i knew about dating when i was younger Dating and sexuality can be hard to navigate at any age, but they can be especially hard when you’re first starting out and still figuring out what you are (or aren’t) into. So, we reached out to 22 dating experts, bloggers & matchmakers to […]
reframed: a project of the lgbtq youth initiative (free film screenings – click for schedule)
Published on July 29, 2016reframed: a project of the lgbtq youth initiative (free film screenings – click for schedule) we asked, you told us: you want low-pressure spaces to connect, to see your identities and experiences represented, and to learn more about your communities. welcome to reframed: a series of free film screenings and discussions for lgbtq youth, happening […]
introducing the brand new teenhealthsource.com!
Published on May 31, 2016introducing the brand new teenhealthsource.com! Have you seen the newly revamped and redesigned TeenHealthSource.com? A Quick Recap: Teen Health Source has been a program of Planned Parenthood Toronto for over 20 years! We’re a sexual health information service run for and by youth. Whether teens need info about birth control, sexually transmitted infections, healthy relationships, […]
applications wanted for our board of directors
Published on May 27, 2016applications wanted for our board of directors Call for Board Members Do you care about the health and well-being of youth? Are you concerned about sexual health issues? Are you pro-choice? Do you have 6-10 hours to volunteer each month? Planned Parenthood Toronto (PPT) is a fully accredited community health centre that provides primary health […]
trans and nonbinary youth inclusivity in sexual health – guidelines for educators and service providers
Published on April 29, 2016trans and nonbinary youth inclusivity in sexual health – guidelines for educators and service providers The results of an exciting research project from PPT are finally here. We partnered with a group of trans and nonbinary youth to develop some guidelines for service providers and educators to help them better serve trans and nonbinary youth. […]
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