For a more substantial list of supports, please see our National Support List.
For information, toolkits, and media suggestions, please see our Young Caregiver Library.
The organizations below may also provide support or refer you to a relevant support as a young carer.
Young Caregivers Association®, Ontario
Provides recreation and clinical services, resources, and information for young caregivers and families.
AMI-Quebec, Quebec
Provides individual support, workshops, recreation activities, and information and resources to young carers and families.
Starlings Community, Alberta
Provides resources, programs, and opportunities for young people supporting parents with substance use.
Young Caregivers Connect, Virtual
A resource and information hub for young caregivers, supported by the Ontario Caregivers Organization.
Lorenzo's House, Virtual
A global, virtual organization that provide free, virtual programs: MATCH one-on-one carer-to-carer connection with peers who understand, CLUBS virtual spaces to share common stories, exchange insights and find community, SUMMIT worldwide virtual youth-led event designed to educate, advocate & empower.
The organizations below may also provide support or refer you to a relevant support as a caregiver.
The Council is not a crisis support.
If you need immediate support, please call the caregiver helpline: 1-833-416-2273 (CARE). If you or someone you support is experiencing distress, please call or text 9-8-8 or call your local emergency services.
Here is a list of other helplines to support you.