Find help, guidance, and reliable information
across Canada.
Culturally informed care, crisis support, mental health resources and treatment.
Whether you need immediate crisis support, information on addiction and mental health, treatment and recovery options, or culturally specific care, CACCF’s resources connect you with trusted guidance and services across Canada. From 24/7 hotlines and counselling programs to Indigenous and culturally informed support, these tools help you or your loved ones find safety, understanding, and the path to recovery.
Crisis & Emergency Support
| Crisis hotlines
National and Provincial
Hope for Wellness Helpline
Indigenous Peoples
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| Emergency help
Clear guidance
e.g., “If you are in immediate danger, call 911”
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| Help by Province
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Addiction & Mental Health Information
| Educational resources
Articles, fact sheets, or links to Health Canada and CAMH Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
CAMH – Mental Health & Addiction Information
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
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| Self-assessment tools
Short quizzes or screening tools for substance use, stress, or mental health
CAMH – How to Self-Assess Compassion Fatigue
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| FAQs
About addiction, recovery, and counselling
AA – Frequently Asked Questions About A.A.
NA – Frequently Asked Questions
CAMH – Addiction FAQs
Searchable Resources
Treatment & Recovery Support
| Directory of treatment facilities
Rehab centres, detox services, and outpatient programs
211 Canada
Connects to local services including detox/rehab
Government of Canada – Find Substance Use Support
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| Your Provincial/Territorial Health Authority
Requires local search – Example: Provincial Health Authority for Addiction Services
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| Peer support groups
(AA, NA, SMART Recovery, Al-Anon)
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| Family & caregiver resources
Guides for loved ones supporting someone with addiction
Indigenous & Culturally Specific Support
| Culturally informed services
Indigenous crisis lines, First Nations health services, or culturally specific counselling programs.
Hope for Wellness Helpline
Crisis Line
First Nations Health Authority (FNHA)
Mental Health (BC Focus)
Native Counselling Services of Alberta (NCSA)
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| Multilingual resources
Key information in French and other common languages
Hope for Wellness
Offers support in Cree, Ojibway, Inuktitut, French, and English
211 Canada
Available in 150+ languages via phone
Kids Help Phone
Offers services in English and French, and additional languages upon request
Practical Resources
| Financial assistance & insurance info
Guidance on covering counselling costs
First Nations Health Benefits
Mental Wellness and Counselling Benefit
211 Canada
To find local financial/social assistance programs
Canada.ca
Federal Health Programs & Benefits
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| Workplace supports
Assistance Program (EAP) information and workers’ rights
Government of Canada
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) Mental Health Resources
Homewood Health
Major EAP provider in Canada
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| Legal/advocacy help
Tenant rights, human rights, or advocacy groups for those impacted by addiction
Legal Aid Services
Search by province/territory
Provincial/Territorial Legal Aid Website
Canadian Human Rights CommissionConcerns about discrimination/addiction
211 Canada
Connects to local legal resources
Community
| Local community resources
Food banks, shelters, housing support
211 Canada
Housing, food banks, social support
United Way Centraide Canada
Local support and resources
Food Banks Canada
Find a local food bank
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| Tools
Apps or practices for mindfulness, stress management, or relapse prevention
Headspace
Popular Mindfulness App
Calm
Popular Meditation and Sleep App
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| Events & webinars
Free public education sessions on addiction and recovery
CAMH
Upcoming Webinars & Online Tutorials
SMART Recovery – Meeting Schedule
Online Meetings/Events
Find a Counsellor
Get Free Counselling
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