Start here for support with mental health, addictions or substance use. Learn about walk-in/phone-in access closest to you. This is your first step.
If you think it’s an emergency (overdose, chest pain, stroke, severe injury), call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest nearest emergency department.
Care Options
Reach out for support 24 hours/day. Call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line.
Call BC Mental Health & Crisis Response for emotional support, information and resources.
Talk to someone about your options. Medication may be available if it’s right for you. Call the Opioid Treatment Access Line (9-4 daily).
Learn how to respond to an opioid overdose. Free kits available.
Free, confidential mental health and wellness support for ages 12–24 and their families — in a Foundry centre or through the Foundry Virtual app.
Search free mental health supports and treatments available across BC.
Get free, real-time text alerts about toxic drugs, and share what you’re seeing in your community.
Call 8-1-1 to talk to a patient navigator about the support you might need.