Our crisis line is open 24/7 for anyone to call for help with any situation, emergency or not. Our live crisis chat is also available anytime.
Our service areas include Youth Engagement, Mental Health Services, Community & Housing Services, Employment Services, and Youth Justice Services throughout 21 locations across Ottawa.
We help 3,000 youth every month get from where they are to where they want to be. You can help get them there, too.
Visit our blog to read the latest news from YSB, including updates on events and programs.
We Can Help
Accessing our services:
- Head Office > 613-729-1000
- Mental Health Hub > 613-562-3004
- Employment Services > 613-236-8244
- Youth Justice > 613-738-2104
- Community Services > 613-241-7788
*Please leave a voicemail if we don’t pick up right away.
To reach our Crisis Line, call 613-260-2360 or 1-877-377-7775 (Eastern Ontario) or click here for our Online Crisis Chat.
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Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa Head Office
613-729-1000
info@ysb.ca
2675 Queensview Drive
Ottawa, Ontario K2B 8K2
24/7 Crisis Line 613-260-2360
Toll-free for Eastern Ontario
1-877-377-7775
Media
613-729-0577 ext. 50206
communications@ysb.ca
About Us
YSB helps thousands of young people address what threatens their physical, sexual, mental, and social well-being. We offer youth programming in five main service areas across multiple locations throughout Ottawa.
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Our Blog
September 4, 2024
YSB Foundation’s Rise & Thrive Premiere Breakfast
The YSB Foundation’s RISE & THRIVE premiere breakfast event empowering youth success is back! Join us for a bright, bold and inspiring morning where you’ll connect with local business and community leaders and be part of an event and movement focused on raising funds to ensure youth experiencing homelessness have access to YSB’s 2 youth […]
August 23, 2024
Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa Affirms Commitment to Inclusivity at Capital Pride Parade
Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa Affirms Commitment to Inclusivity at Capital Pride Parade At the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa (YSB), our unwavering commitment to the safety, respect, and well-being of our entire community stands at the heart of our mission. As Pride celebrations approach, we embrace this opportunity to reaffirm our steadfast allyship and […]
July 8, 2024
Join the YSB Team: Exciting Career Opportunities Await!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of youth and families in Ottawa? YSB is hiring for several positions, and we would love for you to join our dynamic team. We are committed to creating a supportive, diverse, and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive and make a meaningful impact. […]