Mental Health Resources

Facing mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, but having the right resources can make a difference.

We’ve compiled a list of essential mental health support services designed specifically for students, helping to promote well-being and offering guidance when you need it most.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger or requires urgent medical assistance, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Here2Talk offers confidential, free counselling and referral services for all registered post-secondary students in British Columbia. Here2Talk is available 24/7 via app, phone, or online chat.

To access Here2Talk, call 1-877-857-3397 (or 1-604-642-5212 if calling from outside of Canada) or visit here2talk.ca.

A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Visit https://988.ca/, call 988, or text 988 for support.

If your safety is at risk, call 9-1-1 right away.

Jack.org is a mental health organization run by youth, for youth. They provide resources, advocacy, and support to address mental health challenges on campuses. Online resources are available anytime at https://jack.org/.

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples seeking emotional support, crisis intervention, or referrals to community-based services. Support is available in English and French and, by request, in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.

Call 1-855-242-3310 (toll-free) or connect to the online Hope for Wellness chat.

CAMH provides a wide range of mental health resources, including online tools, articles, and information on various mental health topics. Online resources are accessible 24/7 at https://www.camh.ca/.

Visit https://www.veterans.gc.ca/eng/health-support/mental-health-and-wellness for supports, online resources, and mobile apps to improve well-being for releasing and former members of the CAF or RCMP, family members and caregivers.

Get support right now from a mental health professional by calling 1-800-268-7708.

NEDIC provides information, resources, referrals and support to anyone in Canada affected by an eating disorder. Helpline hours vary, but online resources are accessible 24/7.

Call toll-free 1-866-633-4220 or visit https://nedic.ca/ for crisis support.

Mental health is a vital part of your well-being, and at Kootenay Columbia College, we care about your mental well-being.

You are not alone—support is available. Taking the first step to seek help is essential for healing and growth. By accessing the right resources, you can navigate your mental health journey with confidence and resilience.