English phrases
Urgent help
I need urgent help.
Self-harm risk
I may hurt myself.
Call emergency services
Can you help me call emergency services?
Mental-health support
I need mental-health support.
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Mental-health support in Canada
Free crisis and mental-health support options for people in Canada.
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If there is immediate danger
If safety is at risk or urgent medical help is needed, call 911.
Thrive & Rise is not an emergency service. This page is here to help you find trusted support quickly.
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Quick answer for Canada
If you are looking for mental-health support in Canada, start with the emergency guidance if anyone may be in immediate danger. For non-emergency emotional or crisis support, this page lists support options such as 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline and keeps source links visible so details can be checked.
Emergency number: 911
First support route: Call or text 9-8-8
Use the source links before sharing, because support details can change.
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French phrases
Urgent help
J'ai besoin d'aide urgente.
Self-harm risk
Je risque de me faire du mal.
Call emergency services
Pouvez-vous m'aider à appeler les secours ?
Mental-health support
J'ai besoin d'un soutien en santé mentale.
These phrases are a simple translation aid, not a professional medical translation. If there is immediate danger, use the emergency number on this page.
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Support options
9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline
24/7 crisis support across Canada.
Call or text 9-8-8Government of Canada mental health support
National, provincial and territorial support information.
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Mental-health support in Canada
What emergency number should I use in Canada? +
If safety is at risk or urgent medical help is needed, call 911.
Where can I find mental-health support in Canada? +
For non-emergency support in Canada, start with the support options listed on this page. A first route to try is 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8.
Is Thrive & Rise an emergency service in Canada? +
No. Thrive & Rise is a signposting platform, not an emergency service, crisis line, medical provider or replacement for professional care. If someone may be in immediate danger, use the emergency number for Canada first.
What if I do not understand English? +
Use your browser translate option, show the language-support phrases on this page to someone nearby, or ask a trusted person to help you contact local support. The translated phrases are a simple aid, not professional medical translation.