Find the Help You Need
A curated directory of trusted organizations, services, and tools available to residents of Niagara Falls and the surrounding region.
Food & Nutrition
4 resourcesFeed Ontario
Ontario's largest hunger-relief organization supporting food banks across the province.
Food Banks Canada
National network connecting food banks and hunger-relief organizations.
Niagara Nutrition Partners
Local nutrition programs and food security initiatives in the Niagara region.
211 Ontario – Food Help
Search for local food assistance programs near you across Ontario.
Housing & Shelter
4 resourcesNiagara Region Housing
Affordable housing programs and rental assistance for Niagara residents.
Landlord & Tenant Board
Ontario's official resource for tenant and landlord rights and dispute resolution.
Shelter Niagara
Emergency shelter and transitional housing services in the Niagara Falls area.
Canada Mortgage & Housing
Federal programs for affordable housing, rental assistance and homelessness prevention.
Financial Assistance
3 resourcesOntario Works
Government financial and employment assistance for Ontario residents in need.
ODSP – Ontario Disability
Income and employment support for people with disabilities in Ontario.
Service Canada – Benefits
Federal government benefits including EI, CPP, and family support programs.
Health & Wellness
5 resourcesNiagara Health
Regional hospital network providing a full range of healthcare services in Niagara.
Niagara Region Public Health
Public health programs, immunizations, and community wellness resources.
Telehealth Ontario
Free, confidential health advice from a registered nurse, available 24/7 by phone.
Drug & Alcohol Helpline
24/7 bilingual helpline providing information about substance use programs in Ontario.
Harm Reduction – Positive Living Niagara
Streetworks harm reduction services providing support without judgment for people who use substances.
Community Support
4 resources211 Ontario
Comprehensive directory of community, social, and government services across Ontario.
Volunteer Niagara
Connect with local volunteer opportunities and community organizations in Niagara.
Niagara Falls Public Library
Free programs, resources, and community support through local library branches.
Immigration Services Niagara
Settlement and support services for newcomers and immigrants in the Niagara region.
Education & Employment
4 resourcesEmployment Ontario
Free employment services including job search, training, and career planning support.
Niagara College
Post-secondary education, continuing education and apprenticeship programs in Niagara.
Brock University
University programs, continuing education and community research initiatives.
Literacy Link Niagara
Adult literacy, basic skills, and upgrading programs for Niagara residents.
Legal Aid & Rights
4 resourcesLegal Aid Ontario
Free legal assistance for low-income Ontarians including family, immigration and criminal law.
Community Legal Clinics – Niagara
Free legal advice on housing, employment, social assistance and human rights.
Ontario Human Rights Commission
Resources and support for human rights issues and discrimination complaints.
Steps to Justice
Plain-language guides on your legal rights in Ontario across many life situations.
Local Food Programs
10 resourcesProject SHARE is not affiliated with any resources provided below.
Niagara Worship Centre
Falls View BIC Church — Shepherd’s Heart Food Pantry
- • Identification + verification of income requested
Salvation Army Food Truck
Niagara Falls Community Outreach (The Soup Kitchen)
Southminster United Church
- • When transportation is cancelled for schools, both are cancelled.
The Bridge
- • No income cut-off — for anyone who could use a nutritious meal.
GROW Community Food Literacy Centre
- • Identification (for every household member) + income verification + address verification.
- • MUST become a member — call or visit the website to register.
Small Scale Farms
- • Check Facebook for daily deals on produce, meat, eggs, dairy, etc.
Grow-On-The-Go Mobile Market
Produce Market — Niagara Falls Public Library
- • See pop-up market calendar for dates.
Energy & Utilities
4 resourcesProject SHARE can help you apply for the Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) and connect you with hydro, gas, and water arrears assistance.
OESP – Ontario Electricity Support Program
Helps eligible low-income households lower their monthly electricity bills. Project SHARE assists with applications.
Reduces ongoing hydro costs each month + assists with hydro deposit waivers for eligible households.
Hydro One – Arrears Assistance
Support programs for customers with outstanding electricity bill arrears. Contact Hydro One to discuss payment plans.
Enbridge Gas – Affordability Programs
Financial assistance and arrears support for natural gas customers facing difficulty paying their bills.
Niagara Region – Water & Wastewater
Contact Niagara Region for information on water bill assistance, arrears support, and flexible payment options.
Food Savings Apps & Tools
6 resourcesThese apps can help you find discounted groceries, surplus food, and weekly deals — saving money while reducing food waste. Personally tested and recommended by our team.
Flipp
Browse store flyers and find the best local grocery deals in one place.
Too Good To Go
Purchase surplus food from restaurants and stores at reduced prices to fight food waste.
Flashfood
Get heavily discounted groceries nearing their best-before date directly from grocery stores.
Odd Bunch
Affordable produce boxes featuring "imperfect" fruits and vegetables at reduced prices.
FoodHero
Save on groceries while helping reduce food waste in your community.
r/EatCheapAndHealthy
A helpful online community for budget-friendly meal ideas and tips for eating well on a budget.
Mental Health & Crisis Support
9 resourcesYou are not alone. Asking for help takes courage, and there is no shame in it. Below is a list of free, confidential support services — available for crisis support, mental health, trauma, and culturally specific needs.
COAST – Crisis Outreach and Support Team
24/7 Niagara Crisis Line. Confidential mental health crisis support for Niagara residents.
Suicide Crisis Helpline
Canada's national suicide prevention and mental health crisis line. Available in English and French.
Niagara Sexual Assault Centre
Counselling for childhood sexual abuse, incest, sexual assault, trauma, and building confidence and self-trust.
Kids Help Phone
Free, confidential support for young people. Indigenous youth can request a culturally matched crisis responder by texting "FIRST NATIONS", "INUIT", or "METIS" to 686868.
Hope for Wellness Helpline
Culturally competent mental health counselling for Indigenous peoples across Canada.
Black Youth Helpline
Supports Black children, youth, and families nationwide. Confidential and culturally affirming support.
Veterans Affairs – Mental Health
Confidential mental health support (1–20 hours depending on need) for Canadian veterans and their families.
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline
Confidential support and referrals for survivors and those at risk of human trafficking. Available in 200+ languages.
Trans Lifeline
Peer support run by and for trans and nonbinary individuals. A safe, affirming space to talk.
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