Footprintz Program

The Footprintz program provides peer-led, culturally responsive supports for Black and racialized youth in Toronto’s Eglinton East community. Funded by the City of Toronto, the program focuses on violence intervention and prevention by helping youth build resilience, strengthen positive connections, and access meaningful opportunities. Through mentorship and community connection, Footprintz reduces the risks of violence while empowering youth to develop skills, leadership, and self-confidence.

Footprintz reaches and serves youth in the Eglinton East community by engaging young people ages 16–24 in programs that increase self-efficacy and community belonging. The program uses a peer support model to ensure youth in underserved communities have access to food, TTC fare, mentorship, and safe spaces. The ultimate goal is to support youth in developing skills that reduce violence and create lasting opportunities for success.

Program Overview

Program Goals

Footprintz is designed to:

Provide 1:1 case management tailored to individual needs
Build resiliency through transformative workshops and certified training
Offer elder supports, a youth lounge, and safe peer spaces
Create pathways to employment and community event planning
Strengthen youth leadership through the East Eglinton Youth Council
Connect youth with community resources and court supports

General Information

How the Program Works?

Youth typically participate in Footprintz for several months, depending on their personal goals. During this time, they engage regularly in workshops, certified training, mentorship, and community activities. Each participant works with program staff and peer leaders through 1:1 case management, group sessions, and safe spaces like the youth lounge. This approach helps build resilience, leadership, and a stronger sense of belonging while providing tangible supports such as food, TTC fare, and access to community resources.

Are you eligible for Footprintz Program?

Youth ages 16–24 who identify as Black or racialized and live in the Eglinton East area are eligible for Footprintz.

How to access the program?

To register or learn more, please contact:

For more information, please call us at
416-967-1773 ext. 200