If you are experiencing a crisis please phone Crisis Services Canada at 1.833.456.4566 or the Distress Centre Helpline at 1.416.408.HELP (4357) or text 741741. In the case of an emergency, please call 911 or proceed to your nearest hospital emergency department.
Kids helpLine
If you are a young person and are struggling with a problem big or small, please call 1.800.668.6868.
LGBT Youth Line
The LGBT Youth Line is a toll-free Ontario-wide peer-support phone line for lesbian, gay bisexual, transgender, transsexual, two-spirited, queer and questioning young people. 1.800.268.9688
Indigenous Crisis Support
Inuktitut, Cree, Ojibway, English, French. Staff trained in ASIST and have counselling backgrounds specializing in various areas such as addictions, sexual abuse, family violence, mental health, suicide, etc. 1.855.242.3310
BULLYING CANADA HOTLINE
Bullying Canada stands by those who reach out for help until we can bring an end to their bullying. For each incidence of bullying brought to our attention, we speak with bullied youth and their parents; bullies and their parents; teachers, coaches, guidance counsellors and principals; school boards; local police if a child’s life is threatened; and local social services to get youth the counselling they need to heal. This process often takes between two weeks to more than a year. Support: 1.877.352.4497
THE TREVOR PROJECT
The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. Access information preventing suicide and Trevor’s unique resources for LGBTQ youth. The Trevor LifeLine: 1.866.488.7386
Good2Talk
Good2Talk is a free, confidential helpline for post-secondary students in Ontario. By calling Good2Talk, students can receive information and referrals about services and supports for mental health, addictions and well-being on and off campus or speak anonymously with a professional counsellor. CONFIDENTIAL HELPLINE 24/7/365 DIAL 1.866.925.5454 TO TALK
THE 519
THE 519 organization responds to the evolving needs of the LGBTQ2S communities, from counselling services and queer parenting resources to coming out groups, trans programming, and senior’s support.
PFLAG CANADA
Pflag Canada is a national charitable organization, founded by parents who wished to help themselves and their family members understand and accept their LGBTQ2S children. The "coming-out" process can be a critical time for families.
WE MATTER CAMPAIGN
We Matter is a place to help indigenous youth get through hard times, whether you need support yourself or want to support someone you know.
THE LIFELINE CANADA FOUNDATION
General resources, free counselling, helpful links. The LifeLine App is the National free Suicide Prevention and Awareness App that offers access and guidance to support for those suffering in crisis and those who have suffered the devastating loss of a loved one from suicide. The LifeLine App also provides awareness education and prevention strategies to guide people in crisis all across the Globe.
ACROSS BOUNDARIES
Across Boundaries provides equitable, inclusive and holistic mental health and addiction services for racialized communities within an anti-racism, anti-Black racism and anti-oppression frameworks.
SHELTER SAFE
ShelterSafe.ca is an online resource for women and their children seeking safety from violence and abuse. The clickable map serves as a quick resource to connect women with the nearest shelter that can offer safety, hope, and support.
Sex & U
SexandU.ca takes a real-life approach to the questions and issues around sex and sexuality that matter most to Canadians. From talking about sex, to lifestyle choices, to contraception awareness and sexually transmitted infections, SexandU.ca provides accurate, credible, and up-to-date information and education on topics related to sexual and reproductive health.
LGBTQ+ Online Safety Guide
Cyberbullying; How To Stay Safe Online