Help & Community Resources for Students

Grades 4-7

Help and Community Resources for Students

The Stigma-Free Society is not a crisis-based outreach organization and has always focused on programs that are educational in nature. However, if you or someone you know needs help with their mental health right now, please use these support and crisis resources below.

Kids Help Phone

Canada’s only 24/7 national service offering professional counselling, information, referrals and volunteer-led, text-based support for young people.

Phone: 1-800-668-6868

Crisis Text Line: Text “DESERVE” to 686868

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Crisis Services
Canada

This nation-wide service provides crisis intervention, coping strategies, and connections to local resources.

Phone (available 24/7): 1-833-456-4566

Text (available between 4pm – 12pm EST): 45645

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Crisis Line Association of BC

The Crisis Line Association of BC (CLABC) is the provincial association representing member crisis lines from across BC.

Suicide Support Line: 1-800-784-2433

310Mental Health Support: 310-6789 (no area code)

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Child
Helpline

24-hour phone number that children can call to get help for their mental health or other challenges.

Phone: 310-1234

You do not need an area code.

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Child & Youth Mental Health Intake Clinics

At this link you will find a list of mental health intake clinics for children and youth in your area. These clinics are voluntary and free of cost.

Website: Mental Health Intake Clinics

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YouthInBC.com

Online chat available from noon to 1am in BC and the Yukon. Their website also provides links to further resources on issues including bullying, eating disorders, and self-harm.

Website: YouthInBC.com

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Youth Resource Directory

This Youth Resource Directory, created by the Government of BC and the BC Medical Association outlines resources that children can access if they need help now or they need someone to talk to. It also includes medical services, substance use services and apps, specifically for young people.

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Dolphin Kids^TM

This online educational resource harnesses the power of play to promote social and emotional learning. Programs include camps and youth-friendly counselling services. Available in English, Mandarin, Korean, and Punjabi.

Website: dolphinkids.ca

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We Matter

We Matter supports the mental health of Indigenous youth in Canada by sharing stories of hope and resilience and amplifying the voices of young Indigenous creatives. Start by watching the amazing videos on their website.

Website: wemattercampaign.org

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Sparky App

Backed by the work of leading psychiatrist Dr. Shimi Kang, the SparkyApp is a fun, kid-friendly app introducing tools to achieve greater mental health, resilience, connection, and adaptability.

Download the app on Google Play or the App Store.

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Dreamy Kid App

Dreamy Kid is a free app with meditation, visualization, and affirmations designed specifically for children. A few minutes a day is all it takes promote healthier and happier lives for children. Developed for ages 3-17.

Website: dreamykid.com

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MIND Game

This interactive trivia game focuses on mental health, stress, and coping strategies. Participants choose an avatar and navigate their way down a mountain as they learn about these topics. Available in English, French, and Punjabi.

Website: mindyourmind.ca

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