If you or someone you know is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
For mental health support in British Columbia,
Crisis Text Line (Canada wide):
Text "CONNECT" to 686868
24 hour Crisis Phone Line (BC):
1-888-353-2273
Suicide Line (BC): 1-800-784-2433
Resources
As a first responder, there are support organizations and programs available to you.
BC Wide Indigenous Toll Free Crisis
and Support Line
Ending violence against women, children, and families in the Shuswap since 1979.
Build life skills and boost mood through a practical cognitive behavioural therapy approach.
Helpful resources and support services for
men experiencing depression.
National crisis support for residential school survivors and families.
Free connection to mental health supports for post-secondary students.
Support for police and corrections personnel with service-related psychological injuries.
Provides urgent emotional support for Survivors, families, and Indigenous communities across BC and beyond.
A free national suicide prevention and awareness app with crisis support.
Help for couples, parents, and singles to build stronger, lasting connections.
Free family support services for guidance and understanding.