We’re Glad You’re Ready To Be Heard.

We’re Here To Listen.

If you or someone close to you smokes, vapes, drinks alcohol, uses cannabis, and/or uses technology excessively, we’re here to help.

What Is Youth-VAST?

The Youth-VAST (Vaping, Alcohol, Substance Use, and Technology) Dependence Program is Canada’s first personalized youth addiction program that provides team-based care to address many types of addiction – including nicotine, alcohol, substances, and technology – offered by our Care Coaches either in-person or virtually.

It is 100% free, confidential and available to residents of Ontario.

If you’re ready, book now.

Not Quite Ready To Meet A Care Coach?

We hear you.

Fill out the form and we’ll send you more information about what we do.

Your submission will be kept confidential, but we’ll email or text you (pick one) more information so you can decide if Youth-VAST is right for you.

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Help That Fits You

Whatever you or someone you know may be dealing with, we can help. The Youth-VAST Dependence Program is personalized to you and your unique challenge(s) with vaping, alcohol and substance use or technology dependence.

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Vaping and Nicotine

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Alcohol and Substance Use

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Technology Dependence

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You Don’t Have To Stay Silent.

We’re here to listen.

Do you ever ask yourself:

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Am I doing it a lot?

Do I feel anxious or upset when I can’t do it?

Is it causing problems?

Is it getting in the way of school, work or sleep?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, we’re here to help. Whenever you’re ready, we’re just one click away.

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What Can You Expect From Youth-VAST?

  • You will meet (in-person or virtually) with a Care Coach who will listen and help you build a way forward to change behaviours.

  • You will get personalized treatment to manage cravings and triggers. When necessary, you will meet with a physician if medication is needed.

  • The program focuses on building resilience to avoid relapse and recover from slips should they happen.

Ready To Start?

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