What mental health services are available in Canada?

 If you or someone you know is feeling depressed or having thoughts of ending their life, this can feel frightening, confusing and isolating. It’s really important that you speak to someone about what’s going on and how you feel.

If you have questions around mental health support, some of the resources below may help. You can also make an appointment with your GP and/or reach out to one of the mental health support providers. 

Urgent Support

If you need to speak to someone urgently:  

• Call or text the Suicide Crisis Helpline on 9-8-8, 24/7, for bilingual support
• Call The Kids Help Phone on 1-800-668-6868, text CONNECT to 686868, or access the live chat 7pm to midnight (ET) here

In addition to contacting a crisis line, it’s also important to reach out to a friend or family member, if possible, to let them know you are feeling suicidal.  

If you’re in an emergency situation or need immediate assistance, go to your local emergency department or call emergency services on 911. 

Other Services

	9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline provides 24/7 crisis support. When you reach out, a trained responder will listen without judgement, provide support and understanding, and can tell you about resources that will help. Call or text 9-8-8
	Kids Help Phone provides e-mental health services 24/7 across Canada. This means that we’re here for kids, teens and young adults from coast to coast to coast. Text CONNECT to 686868, or access the live chat 7pm to midnight (ET) here. Call 1-800-668-6868
	The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) delivers community programs, services, and resources to help people living with mental illness, as well as preventing mental ill-health and promoting positive mental health and resilience.