Supporting the wellness, learning, and leadership of children and youth across Ontario
Alternative Child and Youth Services (ACYS) delivers group-based programs that promote wellness, nutrition education, academic support, and youth mentorship for children and youth in Ontario.
Through interactive workshops and a structured peer mentorship and youth ambassador model, ACYS builds emotional resilience, healthy lifestyle habits, academic confidence, and leadership skills in young people.
All ACYS programs are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, preventative, and designed to strengthen individual, family, and community well-being.
Supporting Children, Youth, and Families — Together
ACYS is an Ontario-based non profit organization focused on early, consistent, and strengths-based support for children, youth, and their families.
Our programs are group-based and educational, designed to support wellness, learning, and leadership development while strengthening family and community connection.
We recognize that supporting children and youth also means supporting parents and caregivers with practical tools, guidance, and access to resources.
Our Programs at a Glance
ACYS delivers preventative, group-based programs that support children, youth, and families through education, mentorship, and community connection.
Child/Youth
Wellness
Movement-based and mindfulness workshops that support emotional regulation, confidence, and mental well-being in children and youth.
Nutrition
Education
Interactive nutrition programs that help children and youth understand how food fuels the body and mind, encouraging healthy habits and informed choices.
Academic
Support
For children in grades 1-4! Homework and learning support in math and language, designed to build academic confidence and positive study habits.
Youth Mentorship/ Leadership
Older youth serve as mentors and program ambassadors, supporting younger participants while developing leadership, responsibility, and community engagement skills.
*Our Peer Mentorship Model*
Our peer mentorship model empowers youth to grow from participants into leaders.
Become an ACYS Member
Join a growing community committed to supporting youth with structure, mentorship, and positive opportunities.
ACYS Membership is currently free and gives your family:
• Priority registration for workshops
• Access to exclusive member discount codes
• Early access to new programs and events
• Invitations to member-only opportunities
When you become a member, you’re not just signing up for workshops — you’re joining a village that believes in empowering young people to grow, lead, and thrive.
Community is powerful.