Crisis Support
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or require immediate support, the following organizations provide crisis intervention, information, and emergency services throughout British Columbia.
Immediate Crisis
Emergency (911)
If you are in immediate danger or believe someone else is, call 911.
Phone: 911
Suicide Crisis Helpline
24/7 phone and text support for people experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress.
Call or Text: 988
Website: https://988.ca
BC Mental Health Support Line
24/7 emotional support, crisis intervention, and referrals to mental health services in British Columbia.
Phone: 310-6789 (no area code required)
Website: https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca
Mental Health Resources
HelpStartsHere BC
A provincial directory of mental health, substance use, and community support services across British Columbia.
Website: https://helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca
Here to Help BC
Evidence-based information and resources on mental health, substance use, and recovery.
Website: https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca
BC211
Information and referrals to community, social, health, and government services throughout British Columbia.
Phone: 211
Website: https://bc.211.ca
Specialized Supports
Kids Help Phone
24/7 confidential mental health support for children, youth, and young adults.
Phone: 1-800-668-6868
Text: CONNECT to 686868
Website: https://kidshelpphone.ca
KUU-US Crisis Response Service
24/7 culturally informed crisis support for Indigenous people in British Columbia.
Phone: 1-800-588-8717
Website: https://www.kuu-uscrisisline.com
VictimLinkBC
24/7 confidential support and information for people affected by crime, family violence, or other forms of violence.
Phone or Text: 1-800-563-0808
Website: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/justice/criminal-justice/victims-of-crime/victimlinkbc
Alcohol & Drug Information and Referral Service
Information and referrals to substance use treatment and support services throughout British Columbia.
Phone: 1-800-663-1441
Website: https://www.heretohelp.bc.ca