Emergency Support and Resources

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or acute distress, please know that help is available immediately. Here are some useful resources

General Distress Support

For non-life-threatening distress, these resources are available:

  • 408-HELP (4357): Provides 24/7 telephone support with trained volunteer responders and professional staff.
    • GTA: 416-408-4357
    • Peel: 905-459-7777
    • Halton Region:
      • Oakville: 905-849-4541
      • Burlington: 905-681-1488
      • North Halton: 905-877-1211
    • Text & Chat Support: 647-557-6250 (Check availability: Details)
  • Community Information 24/7: Dial 2-1-1 (Translation services available)
  • Telehealth Ontario: Health advice from registered nurses
    • Toll-free: 1-866-797-0000
    • TTY: 1-866-797-0007

Specific Resources for Adults, Children, and Youth

Adults

  • Canadian Mental Health Association – COAST PROGRAM: 1-877-825-9011 (24/7) Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.
  • Peel 24-Hour Crisis Line: 905-278-9036 or Toll-Free: 1-888-811-2222
  • Oakville Distress Line: 905-849-4541

Children and Youth

  • 211 Central Crisis Line: 905-278-9036 or Toll-Free: 1-888-811-2222
  • Peel Children’s Aid Society: 905-363-6131 or Toll-Free: 1-888-700-0996
  • ROCK (Reach Out Centre for Kids): 905-878-9785
  • Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868

Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Support

  • Hope 24/7 (Peel Region): 1-800-810-0180
  • SAVIS (Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services): 905-875-1555
  • Briser le Silence (French): 1-877-336-2433
  • Native Women’s Centre: 905-664-1114

National and Text Support Lines

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 9-8-8
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

Ongoing Care and Support

We are committed to helping you feel safe, supported, and informed. For ongoing care, you can reach out to us for non-urgent matters, you can: