Mental Health and Addiction

Mental Health Supports are available through a variety of services across the province, designed to support individuals of all ages and backgrounds. These services provide specialized care in both hospital settings and community health facilities. In addition to traditional in-person care, there is also a range of online resources, including the Bridge the Gapp program, offering trusted information and support to Island residents. Whether you're seeking help for mood disorders, addiction issues, or need immediate assistance, there are several options to support mental wellness, including 24/7 phone lines, walk-in clinics, and group therapy programs. Services also include tailored support for adults, youth, and those wanting to support family members.

Need Help Now?

• Call the Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line at 1-833-553-6983. Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals (a registered nurse or a social worker) 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• Walk in to Open Access Counselling to speak with a trained counsellor in person. Immediate support for substance use and gambling addiction, anxiety, depression and other complex and high-risk issues is available. No appointment is necessary. See locations, hours, and phone numbers.
• Contact the Mobile Mental Health Response Service for assessment, treatment, and connection to ongoing mental health care during a time of crisis. The team of trained healthcare professionals provides in-person care when situations require more than phone-based support. This service is available via the Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line at 1-833-553-6983, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.
• The Mental Health and Addictions Emergency Department at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital provides individuals experiencing a mental health, addiction, or substance use crisis with streamlined, 24/7 access to a multi-disciplinary team of trained staff in a safe and welcoming environment specifically designed to meet their emergency/urgent care needs.

Explore the different resources and find the right support for your needs.