Northern Health Authority – Mental Health and Addiction Services

The Northern Health Authority provides health services to 300,000 people over an area of 600,000 square kilometers in the province of British Columbia. The Northern Health Authority begins in the areas south of Kitimat, Quesnel, Wells, Valemount and covers up to the British Columbia border with the Yukon and Northwest Territories and across to the Alberta and Alaskan borders; and the Queen Charlotte Islands.

Northern Health: Mental Health & Substance Use provides a wide range of programs and services to assist persons experiencing difficulties with mental health or substance use. Each program is aimed to restore, promote, and maintain well-being. Programs are generally structured to the needs of each person through all stages of life, including youth, adult and the elderly.

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Important Phone Numbers

If you or someone you know needs help, call one of the numbers below:

9-1-1 if you are in an emergency.
8-1-1 for non-emergency information on how to access alternatives to toxic drug supply and substance use services
1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) if you are considering suicide or are concerned about someone who may be.
310Mental Health Support at 310-6789 (no area code needed) for emotional support, information and resources specific to mental health.
Kid’s Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 to speak to a professional counsellor, 24 hours a day.
Alcohol & Drug Information and Referral Service at 1-800-663-1441 (toll-free in B.C.) or 604-660-9382 (in the Lower Mainland) to find resources and support.

Featured Website

Looking for help with mental health and substance use? Start here wellbeing.gov.bc.ca

Find over 2500 service listings related to mental health and substance use supports, as well as many informational articles to support you on your pathway to wellbeing.