Crisis Resources
If you are currently experiencing immediate mental health challenges and are at risk, please prioritize your safety by seeking help from the closest emergency facility or by calling 911. Your well-being is of utmost importance.
In addition, we want to provide you with additional resources that can support you or someone you know during crisis. Here you can find some helpful sources of assistance.
Mental Health Support | This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal
1-250-310-6789
Crisis Text Line | 24/7, free texting support. Text a trained crisis counsellor by sending "HOME" to 741741.
Lower Mainland and Sunshine Coast Crisis Line | 24/7 confidential support
1-866-661-3311
Vancouver Island Crisis Line | 24/7 confidential support
1-888-494-3888
Suicide Support Canada | 24/7 confidential support, if you are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including thoughts of suicide.
1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)
WAVAW Crisis and Information Line | 24/7 confidential sexual violence crisis support, More info here
1-604-255-6344 or 1-877-392-7583
KUU-US Crisis Response Service | 24/7 confidential culturally aware crisis support for Indigenous peoples in B.C.
1-800-588-8717
Kids/Youth Help Line Canada | 24/7 confidential support, available for children and youth under the age of 20 years
1-800-668-6868 or Text CONNECT to 686868
Seniors Crisis Line Canada | 24/7 confidential support, also for anyone concerned about a senior
1-604-872-1234
Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Service | 24/7, resources and support
1-800-663-1441
Access and Assessment Centre (ACC) at Vancouver General Hospital | See website for hours. Help for individuals and families access mental health and substance use services in Vancouver. Services include referral intake, on-site assessment, crisis intervention, and short-term treatment. 604-675-3700, More info here