There is strength in seeking support.

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency please call 911.

If you or a loved one is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please know that you are not alone. Your well-being is important, and there is help available. Reach out to supportive friends, family, or professionals who can provide assistance. These are resources designed to guide you through difficult times. You matter, and help is just a conversation away.

National Resources

Mental health and suicide prevention: 988

Available November 30th, 2023, You will be able to call or text 9-8-8 from anywhere in Canada for free and be directed to the appropriate mental health crisis or suicide prevention service in your area.

Canada Suicide Prevention Service:

1-833-456-4566 (phone)
45645 (Text, 4 p.m. to midnight ET only)
crisisservicescanada.ca

In Quebec (French): Association québécoise de prévention du suicide: 1-866-APPELLE (1-866-277-3553)

Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868, live chat counselling at www.kidshelpphone.ca

Newfoundland and Labrador

Mental Health Crisis Line 24 Hour: 811

Bridge The Gap: Find mental health services in your region https://nl.bridgethegapp.ca/

Lifewise Warmline: Available in both French and English, the Warmline offers mental health support and information from trained Lifewise staff to the public 12 hours a day, seven days a week. Check out their website for hours as well as services including peer group, family and 1:1 support. https://lifewisenl.ca/

(En) 1-855-753-2560
(Fr) 1-833-753-5460

Mental Health Week 2024

On May 8, 2024, Tanya Joy had the privilege of being a guest speaker at the Community Mental Health Initiative Inc.’s event for Mental Health Week. It was a rewarding experience to share insights and contribute to such an important cause, emphasizing the significance of mental well-being in our communities. The opportunity to engage with the audience and advocate for mental health awareness was truly fulfilling.

Learn more about Mental Health Week 2024

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Spreading the word

Tanya Joy and Julie Dwyer, owner of the Center for Mindfulness, were also invited on to the VOCM Morning Show to inaugurate Mental Health Week. Together, we reflected on this year’s theme, “a call to be kind,” emphasizing the profound impact of kindness on mental well-being. Through our discussion, we aimed to inspire compassion and understanding, fostering a culture of support and empathy for those navigating mental health challenges.

Listen to the show