This course contains mature subject matter. The material includes difficult content such as child abuse, sexual assault, violence, and death. It may be emotionally triggering to some.
As we walk this learning journey together, we are likely to experience the full range of emotions that humanity affords us. This work, our reflections, and the subject topics can be triggering, challenging, saddening or uplifting, empowering and inspirational.
If at any point any of the content is negatively impacting or you feel overwhelmed, or if you would just like some support in this process, please reach out for help or support with a professional and your support network.
General Support
- You can find a comprehensive list of mental health organizations for various demographics or needs in Canada at Wellness Together Canada.
- The Government of Canada provides a selection of mental health resources and instructions for how to access various free programs across the country.
- Mental Health Research Canada provides a directory of free services and programs for Canadians, including activism and awareness programming.
- The Canadian Mental Health Association offers free services and a long list of services for different demographics and mental health needs. You may be able to access specific services for your province.
Support for Indigenous people in Canada
In addition to the resources above, these specific resources are available for Indigenous people in Canada.
- A national crisis line has been set up to provide support for former Residential School students and those affected. You can access emotional and crisis referral services by calling the 24-hour national crisis line: 1-866-925-4419.
- Within British Columbia, the KUU-US Crisis Line Society provides a First Nations and Indigenous-specific crisis line available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, toll-free from anywhere in British Columbia. The KUU-US Crisis Line can be reached toll-free at 1-800-588-8717.
- Alternatively, you can call directly into the Youth Line at 250-723-2040 or the Adult Line at 250-723-4050, or online: https://www.kuu-uscrisisline.com/.
Support for learners in the USA
- Support in the United States can be found through Mental Health America.
- Indigenous Wellness Research Institute has curated a list of Indigenous-focused mental health and wellness resources for Indigenous people in the United States.
This list of mental health services is by no means complete. If you have a suggestion for an excellent or free resource we can share with learners, please email us with "Suggestion" in the subject line. Miigwetch!