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People in crisis will be able to dial 988 anywhere in Canada to be connected with trained responders 24 hours a day by phone or text message
OTTAWA - Mental Health Minister Carolyn Bennett says the government is putting $156 million over three years toward a new three-digit suicide-prevention hotline.
Free trained responders will be available to help starting at the end of November
Mental Health Minister Carolyn Bennett says the government is putting $156 million over three years toward a new three-digit suicide-prevention hotline.
In a step toward prioritizing mental health support, Canada is launching its nationwide crisis hotline, 988, on Nov.30, providing a free texting or calling service for Canadians.