Crisis Resources & Emergency Support
Immediate Crisis Support Available Now
If you're experiencing a mental health or addiction crisis, these resources provide immediate professional support
ART 24/7 Crisis Line
Available: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Services: Crisis counseling, same-day admission, safety planning, family support
Languages: English, French, Translation services available
Call ART Crisis Line NowCanada Suicide Prevention Service
Available: 24/7 nationwide crisis support
Services: Suicide prevention counseling, emotional support, safety planning
Languages: English, French
Call 988 NowEmergency Medical Services
When to call: Overdose, severe withdrawal, medical emergency, immediate danger
Services: Emergency medical response, hospital transport, life-saving intervention
Available: Immediate response nationwide
Call 911 for EmergencyRecognizing Crisis Warning Signs
Learn to identify when immediate professional help is needed for yourself or a loved one
Addiction Crisis Warning Signs
If you observe any of these signs, seek immediate professional help. Do not wait.
Ontario Crisis Resources
Local and provincial support services for mental health and addiction emergencies
ConnexOntario
Free, confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol, drugs, mental health, or gambling.
Call ConnexOntarioGood2Talk
Confidential support services for post-secondary students in Ontario. Professional counseling, information, and referrals.
Call Good2TalkKids Help Phone
Free, anonymous, and confidential support for young people under 30. Available by phone, text, and online chat.
Call Kids Help PhoneToronto Distress Centre
24/7 crisis support for Toronto area residents. Emotional support, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention.
Call Distress CentreGerstein Crisis Centre
Toronto's oldest crisis centre providing mobile crisis response, crisis beds, and 24/7 telephone support.
Call Gerstein CentreAssaulted Women's Helpline
Crisis support for women experiencing abuse, including substance abuse. Multilingual support available.
Call Women's HelplineCreating Your Crisis Safety Plan
A safety plan can help you cope with suicidal thoughts and urges in a healthy way
Personal Safety Plan Steps
Recognize Warning Signs
Identify thoughts, feelings, situations, or behaviors that indicate a crisis might be developing. Write these down and share with trusted people.
Internal Coping Strategies
List things you can do on your own to help yourself cope without contacting others (deep breathing, listening to music, physical exercise).
People for Distraction
Identify family members or friends you can reach out to for support and distraction during difficult times.
People for Help
List family members or friends who you can talk to about your crisis and who can help you resolve the situation.
Professional Contacts
Keep contact information for mental health professionals, addiction counselors, and crisis services easily accessible.
Remove Lethal Means
Identify ways to limit access to lethal means during a crisis (medications, weapons, substances). Ask others to help secure these items.
Overdose Prevention & Emergency Response
Critical information that can save lives during an overdose emergency
🚨 Overdose Emergency Signs
- Unconsciousness or unresponsiveness
- Slow, shallow, or absent breathing
- Blue lips, fingernails, or skin
- Cold, clammy skin
- Weak pulse or no pulse
- Gurgling or choking sounds
- Cannot be awakened with loud noises
Call 911 immediately if you suspect an overdose
⚡ Immediate Actions to Take
- Call 911 - State "overdose emergency"
- Administer naloxone if available
- Check breathing - Give rescue breathing if needed
- Recovery position - Turn on side to prevent choking
- Stay with person until help arrives
- Don't give substances to "wake them up"
🛡️ Naloxone (Narcan) Information
What it is: Life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdoses
How to get it: Available free at pharmacies, health units, and community organizations
How to use it: Spray in nose or inject into muscle - training available
Free Naloxone Training Find Naloxone Near YouSupport for Families in Crisis
When a loved one is in crisis, families need specialized support and guidance
Family Crisis Line
Specialized support for families dealing with addiction emergencies. Crisis counseling, intervention planning, and immediate guidance.
Call Family Crisis LineEmergency Intervention
Professional intervention specialists available 24/7 to help motivate a loved one to accept treatment during crisis situations.
Request Emergency InterventionAl-Anon Crisis Support
Support groups and resources for families and friends of people with alcohol problems. Online meetings available.
Call Al-AnonFamily Crisis Support Available 24/7
You don't have to face this alone. Our family crisis specialists understand the unique challenges families face during addiction emergencies.
Call Family Crisis Line: 1-855-787-2424Additional Crisis & Support Resources
Comprehensive list of crisis support services for specific populations and situations
LGBT Youth Line
Crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth dealing with addiction, mental health, and identity issues.
Indigenous Wellness Line
Culturally appropriate crisis support for Indigenous people across Canada.
Multilingual Crisis Line
Crisis support available in multiple languages for newcomers and diverse communities.
Student Crisis Support
Specialized crisis support for college and university students across Ontario.
Employee Assistance Programs
Many employers offer 24/7 crisis support through EAP services. Check with your HR department for access information.
Learn About EAP ServicesCrisis Text Line
Free, 24/7 crisis support via text message. Available across Canada in English and French.
Don't Wait - Get Help Now
If you're in crisis, every moment matters. Professional help is available right now, 24 hours a day.
🚨 Medical Emergency
Overdose, severe withdrawal, immediate danger
💜 Suicide Prevention
Thoughts of suicide, self-harm, hopelessness
🏥 ART Crisis Line
Addiction crisis, same-day admission, family support
Remember: Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You deserve support and recovery is possible.