Call 911 or 988 right now.

Life-threatening emergencies, medical, fire, crime in progress.

Free 24/7 referral line for shelter, food, rent assistance, mental health.

Operated by United Way in the US; same number in most of Canada. Knows the local services in your area code.

Mental health crisis, suicidal thoughts, emotional distress.

Free, confidential, 24/7. Press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.

If you're in an unsafe home or relationship.

Text START to 88788. Also chat at thehotline.org.

Domestic and sexual violence support across Canada.

Each province has its own line — 211 can route you to the closest one.

Youth under 21 considering running away, or already on the street.

Free, confidential, 24/7. Text or chat at 1800runaway.org.

Anyone under 20 in Canada.

Free, confidential, 24/7 in English and French.

Crisis line for homeless and runaway youth.

Free, 24/7. Connects to shelter at Covenant House sites.

Trans people in crisis. Staffed by trans operators.

Free. Hours vary; check website for current coverage.

LGBTQ+ young people under 25 in crisis.

Free, confidential, 24/7. Chat at thetrevorproject.org.

Veterans and their families in crisis.

Or text 838255. Connects you with VA responders.

Veterans who are homeless or at risk.

Free, 24/7. Connects to VA resources and benefits.

Free, confidential treatment referrals for substance use and mental health.

English and Spanish. 24/7.