Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre

Located in Ottawa the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre (DSYTC) is a non-profit, residential, and community-based agency that is dedicated to helping youth (13-21) and families across Ontario overcome substance abuse and related issues and to achieve a healthier lifestyle. With separate evidence-based programs tailored to the specific needs of young people, it is the only Centre of its kind in Eastern Ontario.

DSYTC programs and services include: comprehensive assessment, 3-month residential treatment, 3-month post-residential continuing care as well as family services (education, counselling, support). A professional referral is not required to attain services and there are no formal fees required to access DSYTC programming.