Emergency & Wellness Resources
If you are in an emergency, facing a crisis, or need someone to talk to, help is available.
- visit your local emergency department or call 911
- 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8
- Hope For Wellness Helpline: Call 1-855-242-3310 (24/7 culturally knowledgeable counselors)
- Kids Help Phone (for ages 5-25) call 1-800-668-6868 or text FIRSTNATIONS, METIS, or INUIT to 686868
- Indian Residential School Crisis Line, Call:+1-866-925-4419
Find emergency response resources below.
The resources below are available for mitigation, preparedness, and recovery from emergencies and crises. This includes other organizations, grief resources, and all of our crisis support resources.
If it feels overwhelming, contact your PO for guidance on the best resources for you.
Indigenous Services Canada - Emergency Management Page
Centre for Suicide Prevention - Culturally Responsive Resources
Indigenous leader in well-being & addictions with extensive resources and training opportunities available.
Mental Health Resources - With some culturally responsive options
Mental Health Resources - Not necessarily culturally responsive
Mental Health Resources - Some culturally responsive training options available
List of Indigenous Crisis Support Resources
ISC Non-Insured Health Benefits Page can facilitate access to counselling & other health benefits for First Nations and Inuit people. If you don't have existing insurance, you may be eligible for these benefits. Client Phone: 1-800-640-0642 Provider Phone: 1-800-881-3921 Email: [email protected]
Living My Culture - Grief Resources