Mental Health
Below are information and resources about how to maintain mental health.
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Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees hires Ukrainian-Speaking Counsellor
The Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) has hired a Ukrainian-speaking psychologist and two Ukrainian-speaking students in preparation for the arrival of refugees from the current conflict. If you require services, or would like to...
PFLAG Support Line Canada
The PFLAG Canada website linked below is a great resource for parents, families and friends in need of support and education, their toll-free line is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact the toll-free phone line, email or visit the website for support. The...
BC Responsible and Problem Gambling Program
This service provides free counselling for individuals and families struggling with gambling. Links to service providers across BC can be found through the website. Contact: 1-888-795-6111 Website: https://www.bcresponsiblegambling.ca/support/services
Anti-Violence Project Trans Support Hours
The Anti-Violence Project is offering support hours specifically for trans people on Fridays from 12-2pm. The support sessions are run by a trans person and are open to students and community members, including anyone who may have been affected by events of...
Lumara Grief and Bereavement Care Society
Lumara is an organization that helps children, youth, adults, and families move through serious illness, grief, and bereavement. Offerings include individual counselling, group work, and art therapy. Subsidies are available for applicants who are low income. Location:...
4 Pillars Program
The 4 Pillars Program provides one-on-one and group support for Aboriginal children and youth ages 7-14. Location: House of Friendship, 106-5462 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan Contact: 250-748-2242 or KMcLeod@hofduncan.org Website:...
Salt Spring Island Community Counselling Program
The program allows one-on-one, short term sessions with a community counsellor to help with mental health and substance use issues. Service can be accessed through physician, community agency, RCMP, inter-agency, community or self-referral. Location: 268...
Hiiye’yu Lelum Counselling Services
The Hiiye'yu Lelum (House of Friendship) Society provides low-barrier, no-cost counselling for adults and couples in the Cowichan Valley. Areas of focus include inter-generational trauma, family dynamics, and addictions. Location: 5462 Trans Canada Highway, Duncan...
Health and Well-Being Workshops
These workshops are offered by the BC government with a new one running every few days. The sessions take place virtually as webinars. They cover a range of topics for dealing with stress and coping with mental illness. To register, you have to log in to the BC...