If you are experiencing a crisis or need immediate support, please do not wait for my reply. Instead, contact your local crisis services or one of the resources below.

Please note that some crisis numbers may contact law enforcement if they believe a person is in imminent danger of harming themselves or others. If you have concerns about police involvement, there are options for support that may not automatically contact police, such as the following peer support lines.

Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8

Talk Suicide Canada: 1-833-456-4566 or talksuicide.ca

Hope for Wellness Helpline (24/7, for Indigenous Peoples): 1-855-242-3310 or hopeforwellness.ca

YouthLine (peer support for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ontario):

1-800-268-9688 or youthline.ca

Kids Help Phone (national, all ages): 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868

NISA Warm Line (peer support for Northern Ontario, 6pm–12pm daily)

1-866-856-9276

Telehealth Ontario: Call 8-1-1

Consider calling* 911* or going to your nearest emergency room if you are in danger or need immediate medical attention. Your safety and well-being are very important.