Need immediate support?
You matter. So does your mental health.
Reach Out
Remember, there are many people who you can turn to for support including friends, family, and others that you trust. Reaching out for support is brave. You've got this.
If your life or a friend’s life might be in danger, call 911.
Contact a Helpline
These helplines offer regular phone, text, email and live chat services for young people across Canada that are confidential, anonymous, non-judgemental and supportive.
For Youth
Kids Help Phone: Available 24/7
YouthLine: Non-crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth
Trans Lifeline: Crisis response line for trans people
Black Youth Helpline: Phone helpline for Black youth
Hope for Wellness: Counselling for Indigenous youth
Naseeha: Confidential support for young Muslims
Good2Talk: Support for post-secondary students
For Adults
Canada: National Crisis Services 1.833.456.4566 24/7 phone line.
Their website lists local crisis lines across the country as well.USA: the American Psychological Association has a list of crisis lines for mental health and abuse.
In Canada, if you want to know about resources in your area, call 211 to access a helpline that can recommend local services. You can also browse resources by region and category on their website.
Find Resources
These organizations are good places to find resources about improving mental health and finding support.
MEN&: A confidential phone and chat line for all of life’s struggles; trained counselors answer in real-time. Check out their website for blogs and resources too!
HeadsUpGuys: A resource from UBC for supporting men in their fight against depression
Jack.org: A movement empowering young leaders to revolutionize mental health in their communities
Be There: A resource designed by Jack.org to educate young people on how to best support their friends
We Matter Campaign: A place to help Indigenous youth get through challenging times
Get in Touch
We have years of experience talking with boys about mental health, so we can also provide insight and resources, or at least point you in the right direction.