Toronto Public Library expands social, crisis support program amid growing need for mental health services | Unpublished
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Author: Vanessa Tiberio
Publication Date: September 16, 2025 - 07:23

Toronto Public Library expands social, crisis support program amid growing need for mental health services

September 16, 2025

As Toronto’s libraries increasingly find themselves on the front lines of the city’s homelessness and mental health crisis, a program that aims to help some of the most vulnerable people is expanding to more branches.

Social and crisis support services are now available in 12 Toronto Public Library locations across the city, in an effort to meet growing demand and reach people who may otherwise go without support in a welcoming public space.



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