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If you are at immediate risk of harm to yourself or others, you are in an emergency.

If you are in an emergency, dial 9-1-1 or go to the nearest hospital.

  • Over 19 years old? Go to QEII Emergency Department at 1799 Robie Street.
  • Under 19 years old? Go to the IWK Emergency Department on South Street (near Robie Street).

9-8-8 – Call or text 988 for trauma-informed and culturally affirming support if you are thinking of suicide or worried about someone you know 24/7/365. Speak with a trained responder in English or French.

If you need help, but are not in an emergency, contact the following resources.

  • On Campus:
    • Emergency: Call University Security at 902-420-5000
    • Non-emergency: Call University Security at 902-420-5577
  • Living in Residence: Call the Front Desk at 902-420-5591
  • In Halifax: Call the Mental Health Mobile Crisis Team at 902-429-8167

 

Non-Emergency Urgent Support

The Counselling Centre may offer urgent counselling appointments based on our team’s availability and the student’s needs. While urgent appointments are not guaranteed, you can contact the Counselling Centre to request an urgent appointment.

  • Email counselling@smu.ca with the subject line: Urgent Appointment
  • Call 902-420-5615. Leaving a voicemail? Include that you are requesting an urgent appointment.

counselling@smu.ca

The Counselling Centre at Saint Mary's University
4th Floor Student Centre, SC406
923 Robie Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3H 3C3

Phone: 902-420-5615

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