Ontario & Canada Related Resources
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The resources listed below have no affiliation in any matter to Bee Kind Counselling. By clicking on the links provided you are agreeing to be directed to further external links with various supports provided for those living in Canada.
Mental Health Commission of Canada
This resource offers a free guide to assist you in the stress that COVID-19 has brought on. It is called The Working Mind COVID-19 Self-care & Resilience Guide, through this link you can download the guide to use at your own discretion.
Wellness Together Canada- COVID-19
Wellness Together Canada was created in response to an unprecedented rise in mental health and substance use concerns due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For adults, text WELLNESS to 741741, for youth text WELLNESS to 686868 and for frontline workers text WELLNESS to 741741.
CONNEX Ontario
1-866-531-2600 Free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental health and/or gambling. Available 24/7.
Hope for Wellness (Indigenous)
The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. Call the toll-free Help Line at 1-855-242-3310, 24/7 or use the chat option to connect with a counsellor online.
Life Voice LGBTQ+
Life Voice provides various LGBTQ+ related crisis lines and supports. These will give you nation-wide options of who you can call, websites you can visit, and videos you can watch if you need someone to talk to, or are in crisis.
LGBTQ+ Youthline
Ontario-wide peer-support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, two-spirited, queer and questioning young people. 647-694-4275 (chat, text and email currently available)
Kids Help Phone
Kids Help Phone is a free service for kids, teens, and young adults. If you are in need of immediate support, call 1-800-668-6868 (24/7) or Text CONNECT to 686868 or use the Facebook Live Chat option at KidsHelpPhone.ca/Messenger (7 p.m. to midnight ET)
Crisis Services Canada
If you need immediate support, call now at the toll free number 1-833-456-4566. Crisis services are available 24x7x365. This phone call will be directed to the crisis center closest to you. You will not incur long distance charges for your call.
Anxiety Canada
Servicing individuals within Canada with Anxiety related support. Also, assists individuals find anxiety related supports in their area. If you are need of immediate support, text “HELLO” to the Crisis Text Line at 686868
Bounce Back
A free self-help program aimed at assisting individuals 15 years old and up that are experiencing moderate anxiety, depression, low mood, stress or anger.
If you need further assistance finding supports and/or resources, please feel free to send us a message in chat or email and we are more than happy to assist you.
Other Resources & Articles
Mental Health Related Articles
Suicide Prevention in the Workplace - Mental Health Commission of Canada
Mental Health Apps: How to Make an Informed Choice - Mental Health Commission of Canada
Mini-guide to help employees' mental health through winter - Mental Health Commission of Canada
How Employers Can Help Women Who Are Returning To Work - Mental Health Commission of Canada
How Can I Help Someone in Mental Distress? - Mental Health Commission of Canada
Supporting youth going back to school during COVID-19 - Mental Health Commission of Canada