ABOUT US
WHO WE ARE
LeapHaven Students Network of Ontario is a registered Canadian charity dedicated to supporting newcomers, youth, and individuals and families experiencing financial hardship. We help people overcome barriers, access opportunities, build meaningful connections, and move toward a better future.
Our programs respond to real community needs through employment readiness, skills development, educational workshops, resource navigation, basic-needs support, and community engagement.
We believe meaningful support should make a real difference. Our goal is for everyone who participates in our programs to leave with something valuable — practical knowledge, a new skill, stronger connections, essential support, or a clearer path forward.
OUR CORE VALUES
Inclusion
Everyone belongs. We welcome students from all backgrounds and experiences.
Dignity
We provide support with respect, care, and without judgment.
Integrity
We operate with honesty, transparency, and accountability.
Community
We believe students thrive better together through shared support and connection.
Empowerment
We equip students with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed independently.
OUR MISSION
To empower youth and young adults, including students and newcomers, by providing practical programs, skills development, employment readiness, educational opportunities and community support that help them overcome barriers, build confidence and move toward greater independence.
OUR VISION
A community where youth and young adults have access to the skills, support, connections and opportunities they need to reach their potential and thrive.
You Don’t Have to Figure It Out Alone
If you need support, we’re here to listen and respond.
- Simple and secure support request form
- Confidential and respectful process
- Emergency resources shared when needed
GET INVOLVED
There are many ways to be part of LeapHaven.
Whether you want to participate in a program, volunteer your time, partner with us or support our work, your involvement can help create meaningful opportunities for youth and young adults.
Volunteer With Us
Share your time, skills and experience to support our programs and community activities. Volunteer opportunities may include program support, events, mentorship, outreach, administration and other areas based on current needs.
Join a Program
Take part in workshops, training, employment-readiness activities, community programs and other learning opportunities designed to help you build skills, connect and grow.
Partner With Us
We welcome collaboration with community organizations, businesses, educational institutions, professionals and other groups that share our commitment to supporting youth and young adults.
Together, we can expand access to resources, skills, knowledge and opportunities.
Support Our Work
Your support helps us develop and deliver practical programs, training and community initiatives for the people we serve.
Individuals, businesses and organizations can support our work through financial contributions, sponsorship, in-kind support, professional expertise and other resources.
Support LeapHaven
Let’s Build Stronger Futures Together.
Every participant, volunteer, partner and supporter has a role in building stronger and more connected communities.
Learn. Connect. Grow. Thrive.