Making Connections and Accessing Support

If what we need is direct or immediate support, here are some ways we can connect with people who care:

Directory of Friendship Centres

For over half a century, Friendship Centres have helped urban Indigenous people access the vital services they need to succeed in urban settings across Canada. For many Indigenous people, Friendship

A Directory of Resources Related to Mental Health

Friendship Centres offer holistic wrap-around support including mental health programs alongside broader kinship and community services. Friendship Centres can help connect you with Elders and other supportive services. Click here

Directory of Regional Resources Related to Justice

Friendship Centres offer holistic wrap-around support including access to justice programs alongside broader kinship and community services. Click here to find a Friendship Centre near you! We have compiled a

Resources Around Me

You can search for physical or virtual well-being supports (e.g. programs, services, tools, etc.) available nearest your community and across Canada using Kids Help Phone’s directory of vetted (trustworthy) resources.

Embracing Life App

The Embracing Life app is a way to help yourself feel more positive and connected. A way to reach out and support someone you’re worried about. Safety Planning Practicing Gratitude

Talking Stick App

Indigenous Peer Support / Anonymous Chats / Emergency Alerts Need to chat about something you can’t share with friends or family? Feeling stressed, anxious, worried, or alone with your thoughts?

Kids Help Phone

The professional counsellors at Kids Help Phone recognize the strengths of young people by helping them find ways to manage their own challenges. Counselling is also available over the phone