Canadian and American Support Services
Wanting support? This page includes Canadian and American mental health and substance use resources
Canadian Resources
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
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Suicide and crisis hotline information as well as general mental health resources and services
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Directory to find a local CMHA
Mental Health and Substance Use Resource Directory
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Directory of free mental health services, including online articles, e-courses, and one-on-one counselling.
IN Magazine – 2SLGBTQI+ Community Resource Directory
A national community resource directory for 2SLGBTQI+-specific programs, services, and supports. Find community resource listings and more from across Canada.
Support Services Directory
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Directory to search for suicide crisis services, suicide bereavement support, and mental health support
Online Directory of National (mostly online) Substance Use Services
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Online directory of substance use services. Most services are offered virtually.
Crisis Hotlines
Talk Suicide Canada
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24/7 Phone: 1-833-456-4566
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24/7 Phone (Quebec/en français): 1-866-277-3553
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Text (4pm-midnight ET): 45645
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24/7 Kids help phone (under 18 years): 1-800-668-6868 | text: 686868
American Resources
National Directory of Mental Health Facilities
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Access the website or PDF download.
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Affiliated website (findtreatment.org) - allows you to enter state, city, or zip code to find services near you.
National Helpline
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Treatment referral and information, 24/7)
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Phone: 1-800-662-4357
National Association of Addiction Treatment Providers - Addiction Industry Directory
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Directory link
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Can search for accredited programs across the US.
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Search using works like "meth" and "LGBT" to find related services.
Crisis Hotlines
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Trevor Lifeline: 24/7, free and confidential support by phone, text message (SMS), and online chat for LGBTQ+ young people)
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Phone: (866) 488-7386
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Text: 678678
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988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
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Phone/text: 988
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