Talk Suicide Canada is a national suicide prevention service that provides free, confidential, and bilingual support to anyone in Canada who is experiencing thoughts of suicide, emotional distress, or concern for someone else.

Talk Suicide Canada is operated by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and is part of the 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline network. It collaborates with local distress centres and mental health organizations across Canada to ensure timely and culturally appropriate support.

Services Provided

1. 24/7 Crisis Support
• Call: 1-833-456-4566 (toll-free, available 24/7)
• Text: 45645 (available daily from 4 p.m. to midnight EST)
• Support is available in English and French
2. Online Resources
• Visit talksuicide.ca for:
• Crisis chat options
• Mental health information
• Guidance on how to help someone in crisis
3. Connection to 9-8-8 Helpline
• Talk Suicide Canada is integrated into the 9-8-8 national suicide crisis line, which offers:
• 24/7/365 support
• Trauma-informed and culturally appropriate care
• Specialized support for youth and Indigenous communities