Vancouver, Victoria and Toronto

Student Support &

Well-being

Life can be unpredictable, and challenges may arise when we least expect them. For health emergencies, mental health crises, or personal safety concerns, having the right resources is crucial in Vancouver↗, Victoria↗ and Toronto↗.

Discover essential helpline services across British Columbia, providing immediate support for mental health, well-being, and safety.

Call 1-877-857-3397

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Contact Here2Talk

SSLC and VIC students studying in Vancouver and Victoria have 24/7 access to free, one-on-one mental health support through Here2Talk, which is available via phone or chat. Utilizing Here2Talk does not affect students’ ability to access existing campus counseling services.

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MindShift® CBT App

MindShift® CBT uses scientifically proven strategies based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help you learn to relax and be mindful, develop more effective ways of thinking, and use active steps to take charge of your anxiety.

Call 310-6789

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Crisis support 24/7

Get help if you or someone else is in immediate danger, or at risk of harming yourself or others. Call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room. If you or someone you know is feeling hopeless or at risk of harm, call or chat online with a crisis responder any time.

Call 1-800-563-0808

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Victim Services in B.C.

VictimLinkBC is a support program for victims of crime and trauma across B.C. and Yukon. This service is toll-free, confidential, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in different languages.

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Anxiety Canada

Anxiety Canada provides self-help information on anxiety disorders, stress, depression, panic attacks, and more. It also provides access to the MindShift app, and a dedicated section for youth.

CALL 604-684-5307

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QMunity

QMunity aims to respond to the needs of British Columbia’s queer, trans and Two-Spirit communities. The organization provides free counselling, support groups, information and referrals, and youth one-on-one peer support.

CALL 416-646-5557

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Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)

CMHA gives access to accurate information on a variety of mental health disorders, mental health quizzes, and more.

Counselling BC Directory

If you are interested in finding a registered counsellor in the community, this directory can lead you in the right direction. Search by geographic area, type of issue you are experiencing, language, and more. View profiles of counsellors across British Columbia to find the right fit for you.

CALL 604-597-0205

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DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society

DiverseCity offers newcomers to Canada (including international students living in Surrey, Langley, White Rock, and Delta) a variety of no-cost, multilingual programs and services, including counselling, citizenship preparation, and assistance with employment.

CALL 604-254-9626

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Counselling BC Directory

MOSAIC has locations throughout BC, offering settlement, language, and counselling support services to immigrants and refugees. They have a free International Student Safety Guide available on their website and offer Peer Cafes focused on increasing awareness around sexual assault.

Discover essential helpline services across Ontario providing immediate support for mental health, well-being, and safety.

Call 1-866-925-5454

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Contact Good2Talk

Good2Talk is a free, confidential and anonymous helpline that serves all students in Ontario. It offers professional counselling, mental health information and connections to local resources. The service is available 24 hours a day in both English and French.

Call: 416-408-4357

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Distress Centres Of Greater Toronto

Distress Centres of Greater Toronto provide 24-hour support, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to individuals in our community at risk and their most vulnerable.

Call: 1-877-330-3213

Chat with 211

211 Ontario

Information and referral for community, government, social and health services, including mental health resources across Ontario.

Call: 1-866-345-0224

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BounceBack®

A free cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) program that offers guided mental health self-help supports for adults and youth 15 and older.

Text: 9-8-8

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Youth Wellness Hubs

Free access to mental health services, support for substance use concerns, primary health care, social services, housing, employment, recreation and more with a network of 22 hubs across Ontario serving youth ages 12–25 in 30 communities.