Provides a confidential, 24-hour crisis line, seven days a week, for people who are suicidal, are concerned for someone who might be suicidal, or have lost someone to suicide. Connects callers to the first available network partner. Callers may also be referre...

A network of crisis lines across BC providing 24-hour emotional support and information and referral to resource options relating to mental health concerns. The phone number requires no area code when dialed from anywhere in BC.

A free, 24-hour phone and text national crisis line for individuals of all ages who are experiencing a mental health crisis and require immediate support, or who are worried about someone they know. While the focus of 988 is on suicide prevention, no one who r...

Provides a range of community support services, including individualized case management, conversational English classes, and employment support services. The Youth Development Program provides mentorship by pairing children and youth with supportive adult rol...

Provides one-on-one assistance people with disabilities to apply for, and appeal the denial of, provincial (PWD) and federal (Canada Pension Plan) disability benefits. Files back-taxes for people with provincial disability benefits and helps people with the Di...

Offers drop-in advocacy services to mental health consumers/survivors. Provides information, support, and representation to resolve income, housing, and family law problems. Assists with welfare benefits, debt issues, tenancy disputes, and child protection con...

Works to increase awareness of anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, separation anxiety disorder, and specific phobias. Provides inform...

Professional association that represents Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCC) in BC. Counsellors with the RCC designation have met specific educational and training criteria and also committed to upholding certain standards of practice. BCACC receives and inv...

Through a provincial toll-free and confidential helpline, trained volunteers offer compassionate listening, information, and referrals for individuals who are suffering from grief and bereavement. Provides training and education for professionals on related to...

Website that promotes positive mental health and provides leadership, best practices, resources, awareness, education, training, and supports for first responders such as firefighters, paramedics, and law enforcement officers. Provides a central inventory of r...

Provides continuing education opportunities and annual events for members and professionals in the funeral service field, including apprenticeship and training programs for those new to the field. Works with Consumer Protection BC to investigate inquiries and/...

A group of seven mental health and substance use organizations in BC working together to help people improve their health and well-being. Through the website at www.heretohelp.bc.ca, they provide evidence-based information, self-management skills, systems navi...

Promotes and advances the profession of psychology and represents registered psychologists in BC. Provides professional development and networking activities for members. Offers referrals to psychologists, and website has a searchable directory of member psych...

Provides support and education to families with relatives who have schizophrenia, psychosis, or any other serious mental illness. Provides programs and support for family members, including children and youth with a relative with a mental illness. Hours are 9 ...

Mental health organization that provides counselling, peer support, and public awareness across Canada. Counselling is offered to those affected by mental health issues including PTSD and suicidal thoughts/actions. It can be delivered in-person, by phone or on...

Empowers people with bipolar disorder to improve and self-manage their health and wellness. Website services include online information, webinars providing research, resources, and tools regarding quality of life; short videos on self-management strategies; in...

Provides youth with skills and support to face challenges in their lives. Website features wellness checks and personal stories that aim to end the stigma of anxiety, substance use, suicidal thoughts, and depression. Living Life to the Full for Youth is an eig...

A free mental health program based in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), designed to help people ages 13 years and over who are experiencing mild to moderate depression and anxiety. Through a series of workbooks and supported by a trained coach, BounceBack T...

Stress reduction program for youth ages 13 to 19. Offers help with stress, anxiety, anger, and/or needing emotional regulation. Program utilizes mindfulness and cognitive behavioural therapy in a group setting to teach self-regulation and coping skills. Meets ...

Anti-bullying forum offers information, help, and support to everyone involved in bullying, including the victim, perpetrator, bystanders, parents, school staff, and community. Trained volunteer support responders and counsellors work one-to-one with bullied y...

National bilingual association of Canadian certified counsellors and psychotherapists that promotes the professional contribution to mental health and well-being of Canadians. Advocates for counsellors and psychotherapists and the role they play in health care...

Facilitates access to the resources people require to maintain and improve mental health and community integration, and provides support in recovery from mental illness, substance use, and addictive behaviour. Promotes inclusion, advocacy, and research. Also p...

Facilitates access to resources required to maintain and improve mental health and community integration, build resilience, and support recovery from mental illness. Bridges is a skills-based, peer-led series of workshops for adults on mental health. Chronic D...

Provides community-based programs promoting resiliency, mental wellness, and recovery from mental illness for children, youth, adults, and seniors. Services include psychosocial rehabilitation, wellness and support groups, volunteer opportunities, business sup...

Assesses counsellors and designates them as Registered Professional Counsellors. Also provides information and referral to counsellors. Office hours are 9 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 4 pm Monday to Thursday. Nonprofit society.