
Helplines
811: Individuals in Newfoundland & Labrador in need of crisis response, mental health or substance use support, or medical advice can dial “811” to be connected with a registered nurse who is also a trained crisis intervener.
Lifewise: Lifewise provides peer support services for those experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.
The Warmline can be accessed daily from 10AM-12AM by calling 1-855-753-2560 (English) or 1-833-753-5460 (French). Service is 100% confidential. You can learn more here.
Mental Health & Addictions System Navigator: (709) 752-3916 or 1-877-999-7589
Newfoundland & Labrador Smokers’ Helpline: 1-800-363-5864 or by visiting their website.
Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1-800-726-2743
Domestic Violence Help Line: 1-888-709-7090
The Government of Newfoundland & Labrador has developed a comprehensive list of helplines available across the province. You can find it here.
If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide, or are worried about someone you know, you can call or text 988 and be immediately connected with a trained responder who will listen, provide support and understanding and share resources that can help. 988 is available 24/7, 365 days a year.
To learn more about the 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline, click here.
Children and youth in need of support can text CONNECT to 686868 or call 1-800-668-6868.
KidsHelpPhone is Canada’s only 24/7 national support service offering professional counselling, information and referrals in both English and French. Service is 100% confidential. More information can be accessed here.
The Hope for Wellness Helpline is available to all Indigenous people across Canada. To access support, call 1-855-242-3310 or visit their website to access the online chat option. Experienced and culturally competent counsellors are available 24/7. Services are available in English and French, and upon request in Cree, Ojibway (Anishinaabemowin) and Inuktitut.
Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is run by trans people to support trans and questioning members of the community, and can be reached at 1-877-330-6366.
To learn more about Trans Lifeline, visit their website.
Planned Parenthood NL’s 2SLGBTQIA+ Warm Line is a peer support service run by and for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in NL. The Warm Line is open Wednesdays to Sundays from 6pm-10pm.
Folks in need of support can call or text 1-866-230-8041, or access the online chat. Learn more here.