Connect with Support
If you’re going through a tough time, please know you’re not alone. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with your mental health or just need someone to talk to, there are caring people and organizations ready to help. Reaching out is a brave and important step, and support is always within reach.
Addiction & Substance Abuse
National Overdose Response Service (NORS)
A confidential overdose prevention hotline for Canadians.
CAPSA Peer Support
A peer-facilitated group offering participants a judgement-free environment in which to make progress towards their substance use health goals.
SMART Recovery
Free support meetings informed by science-based, self-empowered addiction recovery approaches.
Bullying
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety
A resource for bullying in the workplace.
Get Cyber Safe
A national public awareness campaign about cyber security and how to protect yourself from cyber bullying and other online dangers.
Disordered Eating
National Eating Disorder Information Centre
Information, resources, referrals and support to anyone in Canada affected by an eating disorder.
Domestic & Sexual Violence
Domestic Shelters
A list of shelters and resources for victims of domestic abuse organized by province and territory.
National Indigenous Circle Against Family Violence
An organization that provides Indigenous people with culturally sensitive support and resources for dealing with family violence.
Government of Canada
In-depth resources from the Ministry of Justice about family violence.
Find a Helpline
A list of helplines in Canada for victims of sexual abuse.
Race, Sexual Orientation & Gender
Canadian Human Rights Commission
Resources, emergency support services, and a list of provincial and territorial human rights agencies for discriminational and harassment matters.
pflag Canada
A list of resources and access to a supportive community for 2SLGBTQ+ people and their loved ones.
Trans Lifeline
A confidential peer support hotline for trans people.
Suicide & Self-Harm
9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Hotline
A 24/7 hotline staffed by trained responders dedicated to supporting anyone in need.
Hope for Wellness Help Line
A 24/7 hotline for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples seeking emotional support, crisis intervention or referrals to community-based services.
Victims of Crime
VictimLinkBC
VictimLinkBC is a toll-free, confidential, multilingual service available across B.C. and the Yukon 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and can be accessed by calling or texting 1-800-563-0808 or sending an email to 211-VictimLinkBC@uwbc.ca.
It provides information and referral services to all victims of crime and immediate crisis support to victims of family and sexual violence, including victims of human trafficking exploited for labour or sexual services.