I need help right now
What can I do if my health or safety are at an immediate risk?
Call 911 and talk to the operator for help.
What can I do if I’m thinking about suicide or worried about someone else who is thinking about suicide?
Call or text 988 for someone to talk to. Learn more about what to expect when you call 988.
What do I do if I’m in distress or crisis and need someone to talk to?
- You can call the Ottawa Distress Centre 24/7 at 613-238-3311.
- You can also call Youth Service Bureau’s 24/7 crisis line at 613-260-2360, or go to their website and click the blue bubble to chat with someone online.
- Another option is Kids Help Phone, you can text CONNECT to 686868 to have a conversation with someone by text or call 1-800-668-6868 to talk to someone over the phone.
- There is an option available 24/7 specifically for Indigenous people through Hope for Wellness. Chat with someone online or call 1-855-242-3310 to talk to someone.
Where can I talk to someone for general information about social services, programs, and community supports in Ottawa?
Call 211 and tell the operator your situation so that they can figure out the best way to help.