Resources

Community Mental Health and Addiction Services 
Provides mental health and addiction services, including counselling and group therapy. Self-refer to various locations across Halifax and Nova Scotia. Call 1-855-922-1122 to conduct a phone intake.  

988
Suicide prevention helpline that provides live support by phone and text to everyone in Canada 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you are thinking about suicide or worried about someone you know call or text 988.

Tranquility  
Internet based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy program that includes online modules, interactive tools and one-on-one virtual coaching (through text and/or weekly video and phone sessions) for up to 26 weeks for those with mild-moderate anxiety and depression. Visit www.tranquility.app/novascotia for more information.  

Couch of Hope  
Free counselling for individuals age 10 and up. Located at 192 Wyse Rd in Dartmouth. Call (902) 707-4414 or email intake@couchofhope.com. Visit www.couchofhope.com for more information.   

Pause Mental Health 
Pause is a free, low-barrier mental health walk-in or call-in counselling support service for individuals experiencing stress related to a variety of issues.  

• Walk-in: Tuesday & Thursday 5-8PM  2131 Gottingen St (rear entrance) and Wednesday 2-8PM designated rotating locations in HRM (call 1-800-598-5270 for details).  
• Call-in: Call 1-800-598-5270 any time and leave a message with your name and phone number, they will get back to you with an appointment time. Anyone can phone in. You do not need a health card or a mental health diagnosis.    

Good2Talk 
Free professional counselling, crisis support and information and referrals about mental health services available 24/7/365 by calling 1-833-292-3698 or texting “Good2TalkNS” to 686868. 

The Mental Health Mobile Crisis Team 
Free crisis support provided by trained responders available 24/7/365 by calling 1-902-429-8167. They also have a mobile unit that can present in person in the Halifax region between the hours of 11:00 am and 1:00 am availably depending.  

Togetherall 
Online peer community moderated by mental health professionals available 24/7 for post secondary students to access mental health support. Visit www.togetherall.com for more information. 

Peer Support (available Sept-April annually)
Free one on one drop-in support provided by trained upper year SMU students. Email peer.support@smu.ca for more information. 

2SLGBTQIA+ Wellness Ambassador (available Sept-April annually) 
A trained, upper year student who hosts wellness-based social events for the queer and trans community. They are also available for one-on-one support to discuss issues relating to sexual orientation and gender identity. Email 2SLGBTQ.wellness@smu.ca to reach them. 

Mental Health Advocates 
Free self guided modules on various mental health topics accessed via Brightspace.

2SLGBTQIA+ Wellness Ambassador (available Sept-April annually)
A trained, upper year student who hosts wellness-based social events for the queer and trans community. They are also available for one-on-one support to discuss issues relating to sexual orientation and gender identity. Email 2SLGBTQ.wellness@smu.ca to reach them.

The Youth Project
Provides support and services to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth, 25 and under, around issues of sexual orientation and gender identity. Visit www.youthproject.ns.ca for more information.

LGBT National Hotline
Peer support, information and resources for the 2SLGBTQIA+ population. Available to all ages 24/7.Call 1-888-843-4564 or visit www.lgbthotline.org for more information.

Trans Lifeline
Peer support phone service run by trans people for trans or questioning peers 24/7. Call 1-877-330-6366 or visit www.translifeline.org for more information.

The Black Student Advisor

Provides support for Black and African descended students at St. Mary's through guidance, advocacy, community building and celebrating black culture. Email blackstudent.advisor@smu.ca.

Nova Scotia Brotherhood

Free program to access a team of health care professionals who provide culturally-appropriate support, including mental health support, for men of African descent across Halifax Regional Municipality. Mental health programming includes access to Social Workers, Psychologists, Psychiatrists and navigation to community-based mental health resources, peer support groups and mental health literacy. Call 902-434-0824 or email novascotiabrotherhood@nshealth.ca for more information.

Nova Scotia Sisterhood

Province-wide, free program for Black women to access health care, including mental health care, in the community and to improve overall health and wellbeing. Call 902-399-5473 or email nssisterhood@nshealth.ca for more information.

Mindful Conversations

A bi-weekly virtual gathering on Tuesdays at 8:30pm for Black men focusing on wellness and personal development facilitated by Jude Clyke (African Nova Scotian mentor, community leader and advocate). All Black men or individuals who identify as persons of African descent are welcome to join using this link: http://us02web.zoom.us/j/85641595358?pwd=UTdabkRjTWFNY2lyam13c2Y1NDFTdz09. For more information contact Jude at clykejc@live.com.

Black Youth Helpline

The helpline serves as a point of contact to professional services from youth, families, school districts and a variety of youth serving stakeholders. Service in French and other languages available upon request. Available from 9:00 am – 10:00 pm (EST). Call 1-833-294-8650 or visit https://blackyouth.ca/.

Public Health Resources for Black People

The Health Association of African Canadians and the Association of Black Social Workers operate a province-wide toll-free number for people of African descent to call and ask questions or seek resources to support their unique needs. Call 1-855-732-1253 ext. 2 to connect.

Under “Students Who Identify as Part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community” (change Population to Community in the title)

F.L.Y. - First Love Yourself

A local organization that offers peer support to people age 19 and older in Nova Scotia who are transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender queer, bi-gender, two spirited, gender questioning. As well as their partners and loved ones. Groups/events are held at various times. Visit https://www.transhfx.com/ for more information.

The Trevor Project

Crisis counselors are trained to answer calls, chats, or texts from LGBTQ+ young people who are struggling with issues such as coming out, LGBTQ+ identity, depression, and suicide. Free, confidential and secure 24/7 service.  Call 1-866-488-7386, text ‘START’ to 678-678 or visit 24/7 Suicide Hotline for LGBTQ Youth - We’re here for you Now to chat online.

Under “Students W(capital W)ho Identify as Indigenous”

National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls - Crisis Support Line

An independent, national, toll-free support call line is available to provide support for those who require assistance. This line is available free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 1-844-413-6649.

The Indigenous Student Advisor
Provides guidance, develops community programming, and helps to bring culturally respectful prospectives to light through reconciliation initiatives, advocacy, and community-centered relationship building. Email indigenous.advisor@smu.ca. 

Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre
Provides a variety of services including housing support, harm reduction, employment and training support, health and wellness initiatives (including mental health treatment) and cultural engagement. Phone: 902-420-1576 or visit www.mynsfc.com for more information. 

Hope for Wellness Helpline
Immediate help for all Indigenous peoples across Canada 24/7/365, including counselling and crisis intervention. Call 1-855-242-3310 or chat online at hopeforwellness.ca.