The Community, Health, Empowerment & Wellness (CHEW) Project is a community-based initiative located on Treaty 6 territory. CHEW provides a safe environment and free frontline support for 2SLGBTQ+ youth and emerging adults aged 29 and below who face barriers. These barriers include mental health, poverty, houselessness, substance use, sexual health, oppression, and more. CHEW is run in partnership with YESS and Boyle Street Community Services.
Some services offered at CHEW include counseling, crisis intervention, Indigenous Peer Support, and drop-in for basic needs and support.
*Hours are subject to change. If you need support outside of these hours, please call or text the Distress Line at 780-482-4357 (HELP) or visit the Rainbow Pages.
heure du Pacifique (TUC-7)