National 2S/LGBTQIA+ Study Resources
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Support for transgender people by transgender people
1-877-330-6366
First Nations and Inuit Hope For Wellness
24/7 Helpline
1-855-242-3310
Free 24/7 Crisis Text Line
Text “THRIVE” to 1-313-662-8209
Youth mental health support available 24/7
1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
Late night mental health support for youth under 30
National Overdose Response Service (NORS)
24/7 anonymous, non-judgmental, overdose prevention support
Phone: 1-888-688-NORS (6677)
Online opioid overdose response/Naloxone training
NOTE: Canada’s ‘Good Samaritan Act’ act provides some legal protection for anyone experiencing or responding to a drug poisoning. If you call 911 because of a drug poisoning, you can’t be charged for possession. Please note, you can request no police presence when calling. You’re also protected from breach of conditions regarding simple possession (for example, if you’re on parole). But you should know it doesn’t protect you from outstanding warrants, producing or trafficking substances, and other illegal activities. You can find out more here.
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Edmonton-area helpline dedicated to the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community
1-844-70-BRITE
Canadian Mental Health Association 24/7 Distress Line
Edmonton region: (780) 482-HELP (4357)
Calgary region: (403) 266-1601
Rural Distress Line: 1-800-232-7288
Peer-led queer substance use and sexual health program, offered by the QTHC.
Contact the PNP team at connect@peernpeer.ca or 587-599-7290 (call or text)
Provides support to vulnerable communities, including those experiencing homelessness and substance use issues
Outreach services focus on harm reduction, connection to resources, and advocacy for marginalized individuals, particularly Indigenous peoples
tawawoutreachcollective@gmail.com or @tawaw.outreach.yeg on Instagram
Services include HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis C testing, emotional support, support groups, and referrals to other health care providers, supplies and education on safer sex practices, drug use, and overdose prevention
Calgary: Call (403)-508-2500
Medicine Hat: Call (403)-527-5882
Turning Point Red Deer & Central Alberta
Provides confidential, individualized education and supplies for safer substance use, safer sex, and safer reproductive health
Call 1-877-346-8858
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Offers support to the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community in the form of counseling, education, and programming for individuals 0-55+
Phone: (204) 474-0212 or 1 (855) 437-8523
Dial 988 or call (204) 786-8686 / Toll free 1-888-322-3019
Find harm reduction supplies and supports near you
Call (204) 981−0742
Manitoba Harm Reduction Network
Focuses on reducing the transmission of sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBIs) and supporting harm reduction practices across Manitoba
They run peer advisory councils, offer education, and create space for marginalized communities, including 2S/LGBTQIA+ individuals
Phone: (204) 783-6184
Email: hello@mhrn.ca
Community drop-in and resource center focused on harm reduction and social inclusion
Provides a safe space where people can access harm reduction resources without judgment.
Offers a MOPS (Mobile Overdose Prevention Site), a place where people can access information on harm reduction, get referrals and can use drugs in a safe, warm space where they are supervised by staff who are trained in overdose response
Phone: (204) 783-8565
Email: info@sunshinehousewpg.org
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Substance Use & Mental Health Helpline
Call 1-866-355-5550, available 24/7
ENSEMBLE (greater Moncton)
Works within the community to increase access and knowledge among target populations about HIV/AIDS; sexually transmitted infections (STIs); Hepatitis C; risk reduction; and testing
Email: general@ensemblegm.ca
Two main focuses: the education, support, and prevention of STBBIs (sexually transmitted and bloodborne infections) and harm reduction that supports safer sex and safer drug use
Phone: 1 833 561 4009
Email: info@aidsnb.com
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Peer support service run by and for 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Newfoundland and Labrador
Call or Text: 1-866-230-8041
Open every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: 6pm - 10pm
Mental Health and Addictions Systems Navigator
Central point of contact for individuals throughout the province to help you figure out next steps, find the right mental health or addiction service and get help in making connections
Phone: (709) 752-3916 or toll-free at 1-877-999-7589
Trans Support NL (St. John’s)
Aims to improve the experiences of Two Spirit, trans, non-binary, intersex, and gender diverse folks in NL through advocacy, peer support, resources, community building, and education
Provides holistic support and services for the trans community
Operated by the AIDS committee of NL
Also offers free naloxone kits and training
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Responders are registered nurses who can also assist you with concerns related to mental wellness and addictions recovery
Call 811 or 1-844-259-1793, available 24/7
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The prideHealth navigator provides affirming care navigation support (e.g., information, resources, and referrals) for youth, adults, families, and professionals via phone or email
Phone: (902) 487-0470
Email: prideHealth@nshealth.ca
Provincial Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line
Phone: 1-888-429-8167
Available 24/7
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24/7, toll-free, anonymous, confidential helpline staffed by trained volunteers
Local Phone: 867-979-3333 Toll Free: 1-800-265-3333
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Mental health and substance use support available 24/7
Phone: 1-866-531-2600
Lesbian, Gay, Bi and Trans Youthline
Offers free peer support for youth aged 26 and under
Phone: 1-800-268-9688
Ontario Harm Reduction Distribution Program
Online platform to locate the closest harm reduction supplies and supports near you
Works to improve the health and well-being of 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities across the province through training, education, and policy work
Provides resources and support for harm reduction specific to 2S/LGBTQIA+ populations
Phone: (416) 324-4100
Email: info@rainbowhealthontario.ca
Réseau ACCESS Network (Sudbury)
Supports individuals and serves the whole community wit a comprehensive and holistic approach to HIV/AIDS, Hep C, Harm Reduction, and related health issues
Phone: 1 (705) 688-0500
Visit in person at 111 rue Larch Street; Unit 101 – Back of Building (Off Medina Lane) Sudbury ON P3E 4T5
Offers various health and wellness services specifically for gay, bisexual, queer, and other men who have sex with men (MSM) in the Ottawa region
Programs focus on mental health, sexual health, substance use, and harm reduction
Phone: (613) 701-6555
Email: info@maxottawa.ca
Centretown Community Health Centre
2S/LGBTQIA+ Walk-in Counseling (Ottawa)
Provides short-term counseling for 2S/LGBTQIA+ individuals, offering support with mental health, substance use, and gender identity concernsServices are free and available on Wednesdays
Phone: (613) 233-4443
Email: info@centretownchc.org
Toronto-based organization that provides a wide range of services for the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community
Programs include counseling, legal support, housing assistance, and community-led initiatives
Email: info@the519.org
Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre (PQWCHC) (Toronto)
Offers comprehensive harm reduction services, including supervised consumption services, safer drug use supplies, naloxone distribution, overdose response training, and harm reduction education
Services also include peer support, drug checking, wound care, and links to health care, housing, and income support services
Phone: (416) 537-2455 (Parkdale Site) or (416) 703-8482 (Queen West Site)
Offers harm reduction-based outpatient services for youth aged 12 to 25 and their families in Toronto
Program includes counseling and peer support for substance use concerns and harm reduction education
Phone: (416) 537-9346
Email: breakaway@breakawaycs.ca
The Gilbert Centre (Barrie/Simcoe-Muskoka region)
Offers harm reduction services, HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C support, and community-based programming for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.
Services include harm reduction outreach, safer drug use supplies, and health education
Phone: (705) 722-6778
Email: info@gilbertcentre.ca
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Supports those living with and at risk for HIV, Hep C, and all sexually transmitted infections in PEI by offering a variety of programs and services targeted to diverse communities
PEI Queer Youth Collective is open to two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, trans, queer, questioning, and allies of 2S/LGBTQIA+ youth under 18.
Phone: 902) 566-2437
Email: info@peersalliance.ca
Mental Health and Addictions Phone Line
Calls are answered by trained mental health professionals (a registered nurse or a social worker) 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Phone: 1-833-553-6983
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Un organisme de première ligne qui, par ses services d’écoute, d’intervention et de sensibilisation, contribue au mieux-être des personnes concernées par la diversité sexuelle et la pluralité des genres
Free and confidential telephone help and referral line
Call or Text: 1 888 505-1010 / disponible 24 heures par jour
Email: aide@interligne.co
Un outil de référence visant à faciliter l’accessibilité aux services offerts et aux coordonnées des différents centres de prévention, de traitement, de réduction des méfaits, ainsi que les points de distribution de naloxone communautaire.
Reference tool designed to facilitate access to services offered and contact information for various prevention, treatment, harm reduction centers, and community naloxone distribution points
Parlez avec un intervenant 24/7, 800 265-2626 / Speak with a counselor 24/7 at 800 265-2626
Aide aux trans du Québec (ATQ)
Offre des services de soutien aux personnes transgenres au Québec, notamment des groupes de soutien par les pairs et de la défense des droits des personnes trans.
Offers support services to transgender individuals in Quebec, including peer support groups and advocacy for trans rights
Email: admin@atq1980.org
Travaille à soutenir les jeunes 2S/LGBTQIA+ à Montréal grâce à des conseils, un soutien par les pairs et la défense des droits des jeunes
Works to support 2S/LGBTQIA+ youth in Montreal through counseling, peer support, and advocacy for young people's rights
Email: questions@p10.qc.ca
Offre un soutien, des espaces sociaux et de la défense des droits pour les jeunes 2S/LGBTQIA+ à Montréal
Provides support, social spaces, and advocacy for 2S/LGBTQIA+ youth in Montreal.
Email: info@jeunesselambda.org
Offre des services de santé sexuelle, de prévention du VIH et de soutien en santé mentale pour les hommes qui ont des relations sexuelles avec des hommes au Québec
Offers sexual health services, HIV prevention, and mental health support for men who have sex with men in Quebec
Phone: (514) 521-7778
Email: communication@rezosante.org
CACTUS Montréal
Oune organisation communautaire qui offre des services de réduction des méfaits axés sur la prévention des infections transmissibles sexuellement et par le sang (ITSS) chez les personnes qui consomment des drogues, les travailleurs du sexe et les personnes trans. Leurs services comprennent des sites de consommation supervisée, l'échange de seringues, le test de drogue et le soutien pour les personnes trans.
Offers harm reduction services focused on preventing sexually transmitted and bloodborne infections (STBBIs) among drug users, sex workers, and trans individuals. Their services include supervised consumption, needle exchange, drug testing, and support for trans individuals
Phone: (514) 847-0067
Email: info@cactusmontreal.org
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Provides support services, youth housing, and education and research services through a harm reduction, culturally informed, equity-seeking, and community-based approach
Phone: (306) 665-1224
Toll Free: 833-622-7233
Email: support@outsaskatoon.ca
Province-wide non-profit organization that supports and acts as a resource network for trans-identified, genderqueer, intersex and gender non-conforming individuals, their spouses, family, friends, and allies
Email: info@transsask.ca
Prairie Harm Reduction (Saskatoon)
Provides a safe environment to drop-in with outreach support
Also provides educational programs and resources on several topics including, but not limited to, HIV, HCV, Harm Reduction, service navigation and engaging with people who use drugs, and provides Naloxone training to anyone
Support Services: (306) 242-5005
Northeast Saskatchewan Crisis Line
24/7 Hours
1-800-611-6349
Prince Albert Mobile Crisis Unit
Monday – Friday 4:00 pm – 8:00 amSaturday & Sunday - 24 hours
Phone: (306) 764-1011
Regina Mobile Crisis Services – Crisis Line
24/7 Hours
Phone: (306) 525-5333
24/7 Hours
Phone: (306) 933-6200
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Crisis Services, Distress, Suicide Prevention
2 PM to 10 PM 7 days/week 1-844-533-3030 distressline@yukon.cmha.ca
Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services
Rapid access counseling
Everyone starts with 1 appointment for rapid access counseling within 72 hours of your first call
Phone: (867) 456-3838
Phone: (867) 333-0132
Visit in person (two Yukon locations available) during drop-in hours
Queer and trans affirming organization providing harm reduction services, including needle exchange, naloxone training, as well as support for individuals living with HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, and other blood-borne pathogens
Office & Drop In Centre (Whitehorse): Call (867) 633-2437, available Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.
Outreach Van (Whitehorse): Call/text (867) 334-1647, available 7 days a week, 5:30 - 9:30 pm
CMHA Yukon - Reach Out Support Line
Volunteer-based, confidential, non-judgmental, and free support line available to individuals in distress or experiencing a crisis
Operates 24/7 and offers emotional support and guidance to those in need
Phone: 1-844-533-3030 (Toll-free)
Email: reachout@yukon.cmha.ca
SWAPY - Supporting Workers Autonomy Project Yukon
Works for and with people who trade sex, providing a peer-led support group and engaging peers in both community and community-based research
Phone: (867) 332-5541
Email: swap@yswc.ca