Crisis support and services

Overview

Many different forms of emergencies can occur. Get options for immediate help if you or someone else is in danger, or at risk of harming yourself or others.

24/7 support options

  • Call 911 right away if your safety is at risk by yourself or others, or visit your nearest emergency department.
  • 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
    If you are thinking about suicide, or you’re worried about someone else, call or text 988 in Canada, toll-free, any time.
  • Crisis Centre BC
    If you or someone you know is feeling hopeless or at risk of harm, call 1 800 784 2433 or chat online with a crisis responder any time.
  • Here2Talk
    Call, chat online, or use the mobile app to get free, immediate, 24/7 mental health counselling, available in various languages for post-secondary students in British Columbia. UBC students can reach out as often as needed, anytime, from anywhere in the world.
  • Campus Security
    Campus Security is available 24/7. Call 604 822 2222 if you need help, feel threatened, or notice suspicious activity.

If you’re outside of British Columbia, but in Canada

  • Call 911 right away if your safety is at risk by yourself or others, or visit your nearest emergency room.
  • 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
    If you are thinking about suicide, or you’re worried about someone else, call or text 988 in Canada, toll-free, any time.
  • Here2Talk
    Call, chat online, or use the mobile app to get free, immediate, 24/7 mental health counselling, available in various languages for post-secondary students in British Columbia. UBC students can reach out as often as needed, anytime, from anywhere in the world.

If you’re outside of Canada

  • Call your local emergency number or visit your nearest emergency room, if your safety is at risk by yourself or others. 

  • Here2Talk
    Call, chat online, or use the mobile app to get free, immediate, 24/7 mental health counselling, available in various languages for post-secondary students in British Columbia. UBC students can reach out as often as needed, anytime, from anywhere in the world.

Help a friend

If a friend is at risk of harming themselves:

Learn more about how you can support your friend if they're experiencing suicidal thoughts or struggling with their mental health.

Help for survivors of sexual assault

If you or someone you know have been sexually assaulted, the first steps you should take include ensuring the survivor's safety, getting the survivor to a safe space, and seeking medical attention. UBC's Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office (SVPRO) is here to help and listen.

Other health support options

UBC offers many free support resources and services. Answer a few questions to see the list of options specific to you.

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