YWCA Housing Services

We provide housing solutions by offering safe shelter, permanent affordable housing and transitional living for women and non-binary individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness, fleeing violent situations, or in need of temporary housing.

Gender Based Violence Support Services

Everyone deserves to feel safe. We work to end violence against women, girls and Two-Spirit LGBTQIA+ people through our advocacy and offer life-changing and life-saving supports to survivors.

Skills Development & Training

With the support of our stakeholders and community, we’re breaking down barriers to achieve women’s economic equality.

Children's Services

As the second-largest provider of child care in the country, child care is a cornerstone of advocacy for YWCAs across Canada.

Youth Programs

Our youth programs centers amplifies the voices of young women, non-binary, and gender-fluid youth in Hamilton. We're empowering young individuals to use their voice - to take action - and to get moving and to reach their fullest potential.

Developmental Services

We believe that all persons should live in a state of dignity and share in all elements of living in their community with support and encouragement.

Health & Wellness

We’re focused on promoting the physical and emotional well-being of all Canadians.

Immigration & Settlement

YWCA Hamilton’s JOIN Program is a new immigration and settlement program designed specifically for newcomer women, youth and 2SLGBTQ+ youth.