You are not alone.

Support is here—anytime, in your way—honouring your story, culture, and strength.

In moments of overwhelm, reaching out is courage. Below are circles of support available nationally—crisis help, Indigenous-led care, wellness tools, community connections, and practical supports—so you can find what you need fast.

If you're in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.

Crisis & Immediate Support

988 Suicide Crisis Helpline

24/7 support for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress. Available in English and French.

988

24/7

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Crisis Text Line

Text-based crisis support. Text WELLNESS to 741741 for confidential support from trained crisis counselors.

Text WELLNESS to 741741

24/7

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Hope for Wellness Helpline

Culturally sensitive support for Indigenous peoples across Canada. Available in English, French, Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.

1-855-242-3310

24/7

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Kids Help Phone

Support for young people 5-29 years old. Call, text, or use live chat for confidential support.

1-800-668-6868 or text 686868

24/7

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Trans Lifeline

Peer support hotline run by trans people for trans and questioning callers.

1-877-330-6366

7am-1am PST

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Wellness Together Canada

Free mental health and substance use support, including self-assessment tools, courses, and connection to professionals.

Online 24/7

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Indigenous-Led Support

National Indian Residential School Crisis Line

24-hour support for residential school survivors and their families.

1-866-925-4419

24/7

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Indigenous Services Canada - Mental Wellness

Information about mental wellness programs and services available to First Nations and Inuit communities.

Online resources

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Community Resources

Find Local Support

Use 211 to connect with community, social, health, and government services in your area.

211

24/7 in most regions

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Canadian Mental Health Association

Find your local CMHA branch for community-based mental health support and resources.

Varies by location

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Note: These resources are for information purposes. Echoes of Us does not provide crisis intervention directly. If you need immediate help, please contact one of the crisis lines above or call 911.