Please know you’re not alone. Reaching out for help is a strength, not a weakness. The system isn’t perfect, but there are people who want to support you.
Crisis Support
If you’re experiencing an emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Department.
If you're in crisis and need to talk to someone right away, these services are available 24/7:
National Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8 (https://988.ca)
BC Mental Health & Crisis Line: Call 310-6789 (no area code needed)
If you're in Vancouver :
You can visit the Access and Assessment Centre (AAC) at Vancouver General Hospital:
Walk-in: 7:30am–9:30pm at 803 West 12th Ave, Vancouver
Call: 604-675-3700 (phones open 7:30am–10:00pm)
If you’re elsewhere in BC:
You can visit a Rapid Access Clinic in your area:
https://www.fraserhealth.ca/.../rapid-access-clinic
– More resources to come –