Mental Health
Below are information and resources about how to maintain mental health.
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CAMH Mental Health and the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health has posted several informative guides on how to best cope with the unique mental health challenges presented by the pandemic. Includes specific support for those working in health care, those currently socially isolating, and...
7 Cups of Tea Online Support Chat
7 Cups of Tea is an online, volunteer-driven service for people that need someone to listen. You can browse available listeners for people that feel comfortable with your specific concerns, or choose whoever is available in that moment for immediate support. They also...
LGBT Youthline
LGBT YouthLine is a queer, trans, two-spirit youth led organization based in Ontario that serves youth (29 years old and under). They offer a helpline that has call, text, online messaging and email options....
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project is an organization that provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25. There are phone services, online instant messaging and confidential text...
WalkAlong
WalkAlong is an online resource for young Canadians to explore their journey towards better mental health and wellbeing. Online resources include self-help exercises to help you cope and relax, a newsroom for current research and news, an online locker for private...
B.C. Schizophrenia Society
The British Columbia Schizophrenia Society is a non-profit organization that provides services to youth, families and friends of individuals with schizophrenia, psychosis, and other serious, persistent mental illness. The goal of BCSS is to improve the quality of life...
MindHealth BC mental health resources
MindHealth BC offers free online access mental health resources. Start with a self-assessment quiz to quickly locate applicable resources or search through the database manually. Resources include crisis lines, referral services, and online support groups....
Wellness Together Canada online resources
Wellness Together Canada offers free online support with one's mental health journey. These resources include self-assessment tools, self-guided courses, one on one counselling, and an online community of support. Website: https://ca.portal.gs/ Contact: for adults...
UVic SupportConnect
UVic has launched the SupportConnect program that offers free, 24/7 mental health support services for its students. Students can connect by phone or online to qualified counsellors, consultants and life coaches anywhere. Students residing in North America can call...