Provincial and Territorial Helplines and Websites

Provincial and Territorial Helplines and Websites

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This topic provides phone numbers and web addresses by province for:

  • Child abuse, elder abuse, and domestic violence resources.
  • Sexual assault (rape).
  • Suicide prevention.
  • Mental health information.
  • Drug and alcohol use problems.
  • Other health information.

Your local provincial health information line provides confidential help with:

  • Answering your health questions.
  • Assessing your symptoms.
  • Finding crisis support.
  • Finding information about resources in your community.

Many of the resources below have toll-free phone numbers and provide help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in multiple languages. In an emergency, call 911.

Canada-wide resources

  • Visit the Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention's webpage at http://suicideprevention.ca/need-help to find a suicide prevention crisis centre phone number or website in your province.
  • Kids and teens can visit http://org.kidshelpphone.ca or call 1-800-668-6868.
  • 211 is a free service that provides referrals for community, government, and social services. Dial 211 or visit the 211 webpage at http://211.ca for more information and availability.

Alberta

British Columbia

New Brunswick

Ontario

Quebec

Saskatchewan

Yukon

Other provinces and territories

Check your local phone book or provincial or territorial website.

Credits

Adaptation Date: 1/17/2023

Adapted By: HealthLink BC

Adaptation Reviewed By: HealthLink BC