To help people through the COVID-19 pandemic, Health Canada launched Wellness Together Canada — a free, 24/7 support portal in English and French for everyone in Canada to use.

This e-mental health platform is brought to you by Kids Help Phone, Stepped Care Solutions and Homewood Health — three of Canada’s leading and most innovative mental health organizations.

Still thinking about taking that step for support? Here, you can learn about other ways to get help through Kids Help Phone and Wellness Together Canada!

Are you a young person looking for support?

Below, you can explore helpful mental health resources you can use on your own without any face-to-face contact.

Read trustworthy info and tips

Discover self-guided tools and games

Access one-to-one support

Do you need help right now?

Text WELLNESS to 686868 to chat with a volunteer Crisis Responder 24/7. These Crisis Responders listen to you and help you go from a hot moment to a cool moment. Read more about our texting service.

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Prefer to call someone to talk about what’s on your mind?

Dial 1-888-668-6810 to reach a professional counsellor 24/7. Our counsellors listen to you and help you come up with next steps together. Read more about our phone service.

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Remember, if you or someone you know is in immediate danger, contact 911 or the emergency services in your area right away.

Are you an adult looking for support?

Adults can text WELLNESS to 741741 to chat with a volunteer Crisis Responder 24/7.

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Adults can also visit Wellness Together Canada’s portal to learn more about the services available for them (e.g. counselling, coaching, courses, etc.).

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