Crisis Lines & Support

Whether you need to talk to someone right now or are looking for the right resource, help is available. All lines below are free and confidential.

If this is a life-threatening emergency, call 9-1-1 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department immediately.

National · 24/7 · Phone & Text

9-8-8

Suicide Crisis Helpline

Canada's national suicide prevention and mental health crisis line. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone or text — anywhere in Canada.

Call 9-8-8 Text

Local · 5 pm – Midnight · 365 Days

1-800-465-4442

Distress Centre Lanark, Leeds & Grenville

A local distress line available to anyone in Lanark, Leeds and Grenville who needs someone to talk to. Staffed by trained volunteers. Available 5 pm to midnight, 365 days a year.

Call 1-800-465-4442

Ontario · 24/7 · Phone

1-866-531-2600

ConnexOntario

Free, confidential health services information for anyone experiencing problems with addiction, mental illness, or gambling. Specialists available 24/7 to connect you to local services.

Call 1-866-531-2600

Youth · 24/7 · Under 29

1-800-668-6868

Kids Help Phone

Canada's only 24/7 professional counselling service for youth. Available by phone, text (text CONNECT to 686868), or online chat for young people up to age 29.

Call 1-800-668-6868 Text

Emergency · Emergency Only · 24/7

9-1-1

Emergency Services

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, experiencing a medical emergency, or is at risk of harming themselves or others — call 911 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department immediately.

Call 9-1-1

Online Resources

Additional supports available online or through community navigation.

AccessMHA

Ontario's centralized intake for mental health and addictions services. Fill out a referral or find services near you.

Crisis Services Canada

National directory of crisis intervention services, walk-in counselling, and emergency supports.

Here to Help BC (National resource)

Evidence-based mental health and substance use information for individuals, family members, and health professionals.

Looking for LLGAMH Services?

Our Centralized Intake team connects you with the right programs and services — Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Call 1-866-499-8445 Referral Info

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