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Last updated: June 25th, 2026 at 1:19pm

Free, confidential support is available right now. Call, text, or chat to get help.

Do you have an emergency?

If you feel unsafe or someone has overdosed call 9-1-1 or go directly to the nearest emergency department.

Connect with someone now

Need support right now? Choose the option that works for you.

Call the Access Central Line:
1-888-885-8824
Hours: 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., 7 days a week

If you call after hours, you can leave a voicemail. Someone will call you back within 24 hours.

Talk to a crisis worker (Vancouver Island)

Call any time for free, confidential support.

Talk to someone about suicidal thoughts

Call or text for support 24/7.

Text or chat with a crisis worker (evenings)

If talking feels hard, text or chat. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily (no video).

Experiencing a mental health crisis?

Get immediate emotional support and resources.

Indigenous crisis support

Check out Kuu-us Crisis Line for culturally safe support by call, text, or chat. 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. daily

Youth mental health help

Same-day support for youth ages 12-24.

Call to talk with a health care team about your drug or alcohol use. You don’t need to know what service you need before you call.

Find urgent mental health and substance use care, including counselling, harm reduction and treatment.

Not sure which one to call?

Call 8-1-1 to talk to a health professional who can help you decide what support to use right now.