The Crisis Centre provides a number of 24/7 crisis lines and a youth online option, as well as providing community education to schools and organizations across BC The staff and volunteers are well-trained in dealing with suicidal callers, a variety of crisis situations and helping callers talk through their problems. There are a number of crisis centres in BC. For the one closest to you, check out the website. Any time the local centres cannot arrange volunteer coverage, the numbers connect directly into the province-wide line, so you will always be able to reach someone.
Anywhere in BC: 1 800-SUICIDE (1 800 784-2433)
Vancouver: 604 872-3311
Sunshine Coast/Sea to Sky: 1 866 661-3311
Mental Health Support Line: 310-6789 No area code needed
Seniors Distress Line: 604 872-1234
National Suicide Crisis Helpline 9-8-8
Online Chat Service for Youth: www.YouthInBC.com (Noon to 1am)
Online Chat Service for Adults: www.CrisisCentreChat.ca (Noon to 1am)
