Crisis Support Resource

If you are feeling overwhelmed, in distress, or experiencing a mental health crisis, you don’t have to go through it alone. The resources below are available to offer immediate support, care, and connection.

If You Are in Immediate Danger

If you are at risk of harming yourself or someone else, or need urgent medical attention:

• Call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department

Community-Based Crisis Support (Toronto)

If you are looking for non-police, community-led crisis support:

• Toronto Community Crisis Service (TCCS)
  Call 211 to be connected to mobile crisis support in Toronto

24/7 Crisis Lines & Immediate Support

The following services are available for support:

• 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
  Call or text 9-8-8 (Canada-wide, 24/7)

• Toronto Distress Centres
  Call 416-408-4357 (HELP)
  Text 45645 (4:00 p.m. – midnight)

• Gerstein Crisis Centre
  Call 416-929-5200 (Adults in Toronto)

• Assaulted Women’s Helpline
  Call 416-863-0511
  Toll-free: 1-866-863-0511

• Kids Help Phone (children, youth, and young adults)
  Call 1-800-668-6868
  Available in English and French

• Scarborough Health Network Crisis Line
  Call 416-495-2891 (24/7 telephone support)

• 310-COPE
  Call 1-855-310-2673

• ConnexOntario
  Call 1-866-531-2600 (mental health, addiction, and treatment navigation)

If You’re Not in Immediate Crisis

If things feel heavy but not urgent, it can still help to:

• Reach out to a trusted friend, family member, or support person

• Use grounding strategies (slow breathing, temperature change, naming what you see around you)

• Schedule a session or follow up with your care provider when possible

If you are outside of Toronto or Canada, local emergency services or crisis lines can be found by contacting your nearest hospital or searching for regional crisis supports.

You deserve care, support, and understanding especially during difficult moments. If you need help, reaching out is the first step.