If you’re in crisis or feeling suicidal, call 911 or go to your local emergency department.

Crisis Services

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

1-800-273-8255
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

24/7 lifeline that provides support for people in distress or crisis

Distress and Crisis Ontario

text SUPPORT to 258258 (2pm-2am)
https://www.dcontario.org/locations/

Visit the website for list of distress lines and centres according to region. Includes support lines for Indigenous and LGTBQ+ communities.

Crisis Services Canada

1-833-456-4566
https://www.crisisservicescanada.ca/en/call-us/

24/7 phone and text support for those who are feeling hopeless, suicidal or concerned about someone at risk.

Be Safe App

https://besafeapp.ca/

List of crisis resources by region and guidance in the creation of a safety plan. Available in Ontario, Nova Scotia and British Columbia.

Support Services

Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program

204-232-0574
https://www.manitobafarmerwellness.ca

6 free counselling sessions for farmers and their families

Hope for Wellness

https://hopeforwellness.ca/

Phone and online chat support for Indigenous communities across Canada

Good to Talk

https://good2talk.ca/ontario/

Phone, text and Facebook messenger support for college/university students.

Farmer Wellness Program

https://www.farmerwellnessprogram.ca/

Specific counties in Ontario offer four free counselling sessions for farmers.

Farm Stress Line

1-800-667-4442
http://www.farmstressline.ca/

Phone or email for support. Available in Saskatchewan.

Do More Ag

https://www.domore.ag/

Agriculture mental health advocacy and resources.

Connex Ontario

1-866-531-2600
https://www.connexontario.ca/

24/7 mental health and addiction resources

Canadian Mental Health Association

https://farmerwellnessinitiative.ca/

Website offers comprehensive list of mental health and addiction resources by region, including: Farmer Wellness Initiative

Online Resources

There are many apps and online self-guided programs designed to improve your mental wellness.

Wellness Together Canada

https://www.wellnesstogether.ca

Free online resources to help with mental health and addiction.

Virtual Hopebox

Activities, games, and other tools to help with relaxation, distraction, and balanced thinking. Download through Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

Togetherall

https://togetherall.com/

Free (to some groups and provinces) online resources and support.

Mindshift App

https://anxietycanada.com/resources/mindshift-cbt/

Uses Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) skills to help with coping, including a thought journal (to help develop healthier thoughts), grounding exercises, and deep breathing.

Kids Help Phone

https://kidshelpphone.ca/

Phone, text and online resources for children and youth 24/7. Includes Rise Up, a multilingual resource for Black youth.

Headspace App

https://www.headspace.com/

Mindfulness-based tools that are easy to use.

Calm App

https://www.calm.com/

Resources to help improve sleep and mood through practical, guided mindfulness and meditation exercises.

Bounceback

https://bouncebackbc.ca/

Free online videos and resources offered through the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) to support mental health and wellness.

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