Population Specific Supports

24/7

Black Youth Helpline

Provides 24/7 confidential crisis support, safety planning, and referrals for women experiencing abuse or violence, available by phone and online chat across Ontario.

9am-10pm

1-855-554-HEAL (4325) | 24-Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-605-7477 | Helpline: 1-833-294-8650

info@blackyouth.ca

Boots on the Ground | Peer Support for First Responders

Boots On The Ground is an anonymous helpline providing confidential and anonymous peer support to First Responders across the province, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is a charitable organization completely run and staffed by volunteers.

24/7

1-833-677-2668

Canadian Human Trafficking Helpline

Provides 24/7 confidential support for anyone affected by human trafficking. Offers crisis assistance, safety planning, and connection to local services and law enforcement when needed.

24/7

1-833-900-1010, or chat online

Indigenous Crisis Services

Crisis and urgent mental health care services for Indigenous populations. See Indigenous Resources for more services.

Nisa Helpline (Muslim Women)

A Canadian charity focused on supporting Muslim women and children who have experienced domestic violence, homelessness or trauma, offering safe shelters, a confidential helpline, mental-health services and educational programs.

1-888-711-6472

info@nisafoundation.ca

S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Helpline

Led by trained volunteers, the help lines provide non-English-speaking individuals with confidential emotional support and referrals to community resources that can support them to address a wide range of life issues.

Mandarin Line: 1(888)-721-0596 / Ext.1 (seven days per week from 10:00am - 10:00pm), Cantonese Line: 1(888)-721-0596 / Ext.2 (seven days per week from 10:00am - 10:00pm), Korean Line: 1 (888)-721-0596 / Ext.3 (Monday - Friday: 10:00am - 8:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am - 5:00pm), Farsi-Dari Line: 1 (888)-721-0596 / Ext.4 (Monday - Friday: 10:00am - 8:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am - 5:00pm), Ukrainian Line: 1 (888)-721-0596 / Ext.5 (Monday - Friday: 10:00am - 8:00pm, Saturday - Sunday: 10:00am - 5:00pm)

Trans Lifeline

Volunteer-run peer support hotline for transgender and non-binary individuals.

1-877-330-6366

Virtual

Trans Lifeline: Peer Support Operated Helpline

A volunteer-run, peer support hotline for transgender and non-binary individuals in crisis or seeking support, offering understanding, resources, and a safe space to talk.

1-877-330-6366

VAC Assistance Service (Veterans)

Offers 24/7 free and confidential mental health support, counselling, and referral services for Veterans, former RCMP members, and their families.

24/7

1-800-268-7708

Valora Place (Women and Children)

Safe secure shelter for women who have been abused and their children, temporary accommodation, crisis/counselling support, legal consults, and free transportation to safe spaces.

45 Princess Avenue, St. Thomas

1-800-265-4305