Ontario Crisis & Mental Health Support Resources
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, support is available 24/7. Please connect with any of the following free services for immediate assistance.
Immediate National Support
If you are facing a life-threatening emergency, please act immediately.
9-1-1
Call immediately for any life-threatening emergency or acute physical danger.
9-8-8
Suicide Crisis Helpline. Call or text for free, bilingual 24/7 crisis support anywhere in Canada. 988.ca
Regional Crisis Services
Brampton & Mississauga (Peel Region)
24/7 Crisis Support Peel Dufferin (CMHA)
Offers immediate, 24-hour crisis intervention and mental health support for residents across Mississauga, Brampton and Caledon.
Victim Services of Peel
Provides 24/7 crisis line for Mississauga and Brampton residents who are victims of domestic abuse or traumatic events such as sexual assault, sudden death and armed robberies.
Toronto
Distress Centres of Greater Toronto
Offers 24/7 support for individuals experiencing acute distress or thoughts of suicide.
Gerstein Crisis Centre
Provides non-medical crisis intervention, telephone support and community mental health resources.
Provincial
Additional General Resources
Kids Help Phone
Free, 24/7 national support tailored for youth and young adults.
Connex Ontario
Provides 24/7, free, and confidential health navigation info for anyone experiencing issues with mental health, substance use or gambling.
211 Ontario
Connects you 24/7 to local community, social, government and health services across the province.