Community and crisis resources
In addition to supports at NIC, there are other organizations in-community that can offer help if you’re struggling.
Here2Talk
Day and night counselling support for post-secondary students
Vancouver Island Crisis Line
Crisis text and call services, run by the Vancouver Island Crisis Society
A trans-led organization that connects trans people to the community, support, and resources they need to survive and thrive.
Crisis Centre of BC
Includes the BC Suicide Prevention and Intervention Line (1-800-SUICIDE) and other
crisis resources
Kids Help Phone
A 24-7 texting service for youth
Crisis support for Indigenous students
KUU-US crisis line
A 24-hour, toll free crisis line for Indigenous people (1-800-588-8717) and other
services offered by the KUU-US Crisis Line Society.
Hope for Wellness Help Line
Online and phone counselling for Indigenous people across Canada, available 24-7.
First Nations Health Authority
Programs, services and initiatives for First Nations communities and citizens across
BC