Crisis support
In crisis, or having thoughts of suicide? Call or text 9-8-8
If you are feeling like you have lost hope and are struggling to cope, if you are dealing with thoughts of suicide, or if you are worried about someone else, 9-8-8 is here for you. When you reach out, a trained responder will listen without judgement, provide support and understanding, and can tell you about resources that will help.
Additional resources
Crisis Centre BC - British Columbia Mental Health & Crisis Response: 310-6789 (no area code needed)
Trans Lifeline's Hotline: peer support by trans people for our trans/questioning peers.
Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you're not in a crisis or if you're not sure you're trans.
USA (877) 565-8860 | Canada: (877) 330-6366
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In crisis? If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, call 1-800-784-2433 (1-800-SUICIDE) any time of day or night. | Crisis resources page
If you are outside the province of BC you can use a worldwide listing of suicide help lines to find support now.
Government of Canada: Mental health support
Seniors Abuse & Information Line (SAIL - Seniors First BC) is a confidential information line for older adults and those who care about them to speak to a professional intake worker about abuse, mistreatment and any issues that impact the health and well-being of older adults in B.C.
If you are calling SAIL from the Lower Mainland, please call 1-604-437-1940.
For callers located in the rest of B.C. please call toll-free 1-866-437-1940.
SAIL is available on weekdays 8 am to 8 pm, excluding statutory holidays.
Language interpretation is available.