If you or anyone you know is in a crisis situation, please use the following resources:
911 for emergency situations
988 call or text the national suicide crisis helpline is there is a suicide risk
1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) 24-hr access line for those considering suicide, or those concerned about someone at risk of suicide
310-Mental Health (310-6789) 24-hr access line for those who require emotional support, information, or help finding mental health resources in BC
1-800-588-8717 24-hr KUU-US Aboriginal crisis line
1-800-668-6868 or text 686868 Kids Help Phone’s services are available 24/7 across Canada for kids, teens, and young adults
Online Chat Service for Youth www.YouthInBC.com (Noon to 1am)
Online Chat Service for Adults www.CrisisCentreChat.ca (Noon to 1am)
See: Warning signs of suicide in children and teens
Where can I find help if it is not an emergency situation?
Your child can speak with a teacher, school counsellor, or advocate at their school.
Speak with your child’s pediatrician, family doctor, or go to a walk-in clinic, or urgent care center.
Contact Child and Youth Mental Health (CYMH) teams for mental health treatment and assessment
Intake hours: Tuesday 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Phone: 778-699-2272
Family Smart Parent Peer Support to help parents and caregivers navigate the mental health system and find resources
Foundry offers many mental, physical, and social support and services for youth aged 12-24
Kelty Eating Disorders for resources and support for those with eating disorders and disordered eating
MindMAPBC helps people find 2S/LGBTQ+ affirming mental health care
Anxiety Canada resources for helping youth with anxiety
ARC Programs is a multi-service community agency, based in Kelowna and operating in communities of the central and South Okanagan Valley, as well as the Kootenays
Phone: 250-763-2977
The Bridge Youth & Family Services Society is a not-for-profit, registered charity that has provided innovative and quality programming to the children, youth and families of the Central Okanagan since 1969.
The Central Okanagan Elizabeth Fry Society is a non-profit organization that supports and empowers those affected by sexual abuse, sexual assault, exploitation or violence in a relationship. Services are free and confidential.
YMCA of the Okanagan offers Mental Wellness groups for 13-17 year old’s, as well as many other health, fitness, leadership, and recreation programs.
Westbank First Nations offers youth programs and services for youth, ages 12 to 18, with cultural and traditional learning.
BGC Okanagan helps children build healthy, supportive relationships with caring adult role models, which in turn can positively influence the life path they choose.
HereToHelp Substance Resource Library- learn more about:
Opioids
Cannabis (marijuana)
Alcohol
Hallucinogens
Other Resources:
811 HealthLinkBC, for non-emergency information, consult with a nurse, pharmacist, or dietician.
Divisions of Family Practice– find a family doctor.
Elevation Outdoors enhances the lives of underprivileged youth via participation in specially designed outdoor sports programs.
Last updated: April 22, 2024