Healing. Restoration. Trust.
FITCS advances anti-racism, restorative justice, and economic development for youth and communities in Toronto and across the world. We believe every young person deserves access to healing, accountability, and opportunity.
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Three flagship programs that support healing, leadership, and economic independence within our communities.
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Who We Are
Friends in Toronto Community Services (FITCS) is a community-based organization committed to restorative justice, anti-racism, and economic empowerment. For over two decades, we have supported Black, Indigenous, and racialized youth and families navigating systemic barriers, trauma, and justice involvement.
Our culturally grounded approach recognizes that healing is not one-size-fits-all. Through healing circles, mentorship, leadership development, and small business support, we meet people where they are and walk with them toward where they want to go.
FITCS was founded on the principle that communities must play an active role in resolving conflict, restoring relationships, and supporting youth to make positive life decisions. Our programs emphasize accountability, empathy, and healing while addressing social factors that contribute to violence and marginalization.
Anti-Racism
Restorative Justice
Economic Development
Human & Community Development
Youth Empowerment
What We Focus On
Anti-Racism
Black, Indigenous, and racialized youth are disproportionately impacted by systems of violence, incarceration, and exclusion. We prioritize the voices and experiences of racialized communities.
Access to Restorative Justice
FITCS expands access to restorative practices such as circles, dialogue, and community-led accountability as alternatives to punitive systems that perpetuate harm.
Economic & Community Development
True justice includes economic justice. FITCS supports opportunities that strengthen communities and holds firm to the belief that self-determination is a fundamental right.