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Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS)’ Youth Support Centre is a 24/7, single-point-of-access to immediate and low-barrier physical, mental, cultural, and emotional health supports and a safe place to stay for youth aged 15-21 who are experiencing crisis in the Edmonton Metro Area. The Youth Support Centre also host Monday to Friday Resource and Health Hubs with physical and mental health clinics and youth-supporting resources to ensure youth 15-24 get the help they need, when they need it.

Our focus is on building strong collaborations with our Youth Agency Collaboration partners to leverage what each of us does best, to create more effective processes, outcomes, and opportunities for youth.

897
Youth accessed in 2023-2024
919
Volunteer hours in 2023
100%
Youth who access have experienced trauma
Programs

Programs

If you’re a teen or young adult who has no place to go, we understand. We can help.

Based in Edmonton, Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) provides immediate and low-barrier 24/7 shelter for youth ages 15-21, and daytime programs and resources with individualized wrap-around support for youth 15-24.

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24/7 Shelter
  • 24 hours, 7 days a week
  • 780.468.7070
  • 9310 82 Avenue
Resources and Programs
  • 780.468.7070
  • 9310 82 Avenue
Get Involved

Get Involved

Donate

Your donation supports YESS programs and resources that help youth reach their goals!

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Volunteer

Together, we can support youth on their journeys towards healing. Around our buildings, in our programs, and in our community, volunteers make a difference!

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Partner

Creating a community for youth to continue on their journeys towards healing is an important part of the work we do.

Partners

Good Neighbour Commitment

Good Neighbour Commitment YESS is committed to being a good neighbour and working with the surrounding neighbourhoods to share information, address issues and explore opportunities to give back to the community.

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Updates

News & Updates

Life at YESS
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2024 Campaign | Youth Story
Natalie came to YESS when she was 15. At her young age and with a long list of unsafe and unhealthy living situations she had already experienced, Nat