There are resources available all over the city that can provide you with the support you need! We’ve collected some resources across the GTA ranging from peer support to counseling! Click on the area closest to you to see what’s around. Please note: if you are at risk of hurting yourself or others, please call 911 or the Gerstein’s Crisis Centre at (416) 929-5200. The resources provided are meant to be one of several supports and is not meant to replace professional help. Due to COVID-19, majority of services take place virtually - please call or email the organization to confirm if they advertise in-person services.
Center for Accessible Learning and Counselling (CALCS)
Make an appointment with a counselor to get both personal and academic support, or book with a Peer Listener to receive peer support from students like you!
Health and Wellness Programs
Explore our programs about health and wellness - meet other students and learn about different life skills that can help you thrive in your personal, academic and professional life!
(Due to COVID-19, please call ahead to confirm they are still in-person)
Family Services York Region
Fee for counseling services are based on individual income
Newmarket 1-888-223-3999
Markham 1-866-415-9723
Richmond Hill 1-888-820-9986
Georgina 905-476-3611
York Support Services Network
If you are 16 years of age and older, are struggling with a mental health need and/or addiction, or have a dual diagnosis (mental illness and developmental disability), we can help. We offer individualized support through our case management, crisis response, and peer support services and can help you connect to community services. Toll Free 1.888.695.0070
Local 905.898.6455
Catholic Community Services of York Region
Brief, goal focused counseling for York Region residents. Walk in services available. Fee for counseling services based on client’s ability to pay 1-800-263-2075 or 905-770-7040 TTY 1-800-263-2075
Jewish Family and Child Services
Counseling support fees based on ability to pay 905-303-5838 or 24 hour line: 416-638-7800
Women’s Center of York Region
Programs, counseling and support services to women affected by abuse or financial difficulties. No fee for services 1-855-853-9270 or 905-853-9270
Chinese Family Services of Ontario
Counseling and therapy for individuals, couples, and their families who have diverse life issues. Contact (416) 979-8299 / 1-866-979-8298
Costi Family and Mental Health Services
Mental health services for families, adults, and older adults.
Canadian Mental Health Association York Region
Provide services to promote the mental health and well- being of people and their communities within York Region. No fee for services 1-866-345-0183 or 905-841-3977
Center for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
A hospital and research center that provides services for people affected by mental health and addiction issues.1-800-463-2338 or 416-535-8501
Addiction Services of York Region
Support change in the lives of individuals, their families and communities related to substance use and gambling 1-800-263-2288 ext. 322 or 905-841-7007
Vaughan Community Health Center
Provides clinical and social services for residents of Vaughan. The main focus is youth, seniors and people with mental health and addiction issues 905-303-8490
Cornerstone to Recovery
Offers programs for those struggling with substance use
Contact Tel (905) 762-1551
Mood Disorders Association of Ontario
The Mood Disorders Association of Ontario offers free support and recovery programs to people across Ontario living with depression, anxiety or bipolar disorder. We provide drop-in peer support groups, recovery programs, family and youth clinical support, early intervention for mood disorders and psychosis and online tools focused on wellness and recovery.
1-888-486-8236 or 416-486-8046
Bereaved Families of Ontario
Provides compassionate non-denominational mutual aid support for families and individuals who have lost a significant person to death
1-800-969-6904 or 905-898-6265
One Stop Shop Directory for York Region
Community agency partners in York Region have put together a "One Stop Shop Directory" for mental health, addictions and housing services.
Big White Wall
Big White Wall is an online mental health and wellbeing service offering self-help programs and creative outlets when dealing with everyday stressors and life events. The site is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Bounce Back Program
An evidenced-based program designed to help adults overcome symptoms of mild to moderate depression, low mood or stress, with or without anxiety. Delivered online or over the phone with a coach, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.
Distress Center Durham
Helpline telephone service to those in distress: volunteers trained in active listening, crisis intervention and suicide prevention techniques, emotional support, encourage caller initiative and provide referrals to community resources as necessary, confidential service, resource and referral information on suicide and related topics
(905) 430-2522, or text 258258
Wellness Together Canada
Online portal: People of all ages within Canada can access immediate, free and confidential mental health and substance use support, 24 hours, 7 days a week.
Community Care Durham
Creating Opportunities for Personal Excellence (COPE)- Community-based mental health service that offers virtual group support to adults aged 16 and older, with emotional and/or mental health concerns.
211 Ontario
Call 2-1-1 for help to find programs and services available in your area
Telehealth Ontario
Telehealth Ontario is a free, confidential telephone service you can call to get health advice or general health information from a Registered Nurse 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Contact 1-866- 797-0000 or TTY 1-866-797-0007
ConnexOntario
ConnexOntario provides free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental illness and/or gambling. Our system navigation and information service is live-answer 24/7, confidential, and free.
Contact 1-866-531-2600
Good2Talk Helpline
Connect with a counsellor 24/7, contact 1-866-925-5454
International Student Helpline with Online Supports:
1-844-451-9700
Domestic Student WeConnect Support Helpline with Online Supports:
Call or text 1-888-377-0002
Distress Centre of Durham
905-430-2522 & 1-800-452-0688
Pride Line: 1-855-87PRIDE (77433) - available 24/7
Find a Health Professional
Physician or Nurse Practitioner
Psychologist
Social Worker
Marriage & Family Therapist
Crisis Services
If you or someone you know is facing a crisis or emergency, call one of the following help lines or head to the nearest hospital emergency department
310-COPE
York Support Services Network offers the Community Crisis Response Service for persons living in York Region or South Simcoe who are having a mental health crisis, and their family or friends. Text (1-855-310-2673) and live chat available during certain times of day.
Contact 1-855-310-COPE (2673) TTY 905-722-6223
Toronto Distress Centers
416-408-HELP (4357)
Crisis Services Canada
1-833-456-4566
What’s Up Walk-In
1-866-585-MHTO (6486)
Get connected to a counselor and share your concerns.
The Peer Connection (meetup)
Across Boundaries
Across Boundaries provides support to POC through case management, peer support and more! Explore their programs related to mindfulness.
Krasman Centre
Access a variety of virtual groups related to family, substance use, peer support.
Maggie's
Maggie’s is a Toronto-based organization supporting local sex workers through various events, educational and political resources, and peer support.
LGBTQ Youthline
Call, text or chat with peer support workers about what’s on your mind, or attend different programs/workshops about mental health!
Toronto Bisexual Network
Explore various peer support groups for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks.
Stella's Place
Find various programs related to counselling, employment, talking with a family doctor, drop-in support, and social groups!
Parkdale Queen West
Find a wide variety of programs for youth, mothers, seniors, BIPOC and more at Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre.
Progress Place (warmline)
Anxious? Lonely? Depressed? Call or text this peer support line to talk with a trained peer support worker about what’s on your mind!
Black Mental Health Connections
Explore affordable therapy options and other programs available at Black Mental Health Connections.
Gerstein Center
Learn about different peer programs available online at the Gerstein Center.