ASIST is the world’s leading suicide intervention training and an empowering program that promotes a whole community response to suicide prevention.
Who We Are
The Crisis Centre of BC believes in a world where the human experience of suicide and crisis is met with compassion, respect, and understanding. We provide opportunities for connection where people are valued and supported to address crisis and suicide.
We are proud to primarily care for and serve residents living in the communities of Richmond, Vancouver, North Shore, Sea-to-Sky Corridor, Sunshine Coast, Powell River, Bella Bella and Bella Coola located within the territories of the Heiltsuk, Kitasoo-Xai’xais, Lil’wat, Musqueam, N’Quatqua, Nuxalk, Samahquam, shíshálh, Skatin, Squamish, Tla’amin, Tsleil-Waututh, Wuikinuxv, and Xa’xtsa.
We believe in a world where the human experience of suicide and crisis is met with compassion, respect, and understanding. Whatever you're going through, we’ll face it with you through our programs and services.
Learn MoreSpanning the spectrum of crisis support, suicide prevention, and postvention, we engage staff and volunteers in a variety of services and programs that educate, train, and support the strength and capacity of individuals and communities.
Learn MorePartnering with the BC Crisis Line Network, the Crisis Centre of BC is spearheading a transformative initiative to reshape mental health crisis care and suicide intervention across the province and beyond. With a focus on immediate support, trauma-informed care, and sustainable funding, their recommendations aim to revolutionize the system, creating accessible services, community-based respite facilities, and coordination for a seamless crisis response.
Learn MoreMeet the dedicated individuals driving change at the Crisis Centre of BC. From our compassionate staff providing immediate support to our visionary Board of Directors shaping the future, discover the committed faces behind our mission for a trauma-informed and equitable mental health crisis response system.
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Skillfully Responding to Distress (Training for Individuals)
This half-day session explores how to skillfully respond to and de-escalate emotional distress for a person in crisis.
safeTALK (Training for Individuals)
safeTALK is a half-day in-person training that teaches participants how to identify persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to support to help keep them safe.
Self-Care for Mental Health
For youth in grades 6 and up, this engaging workshop discusses the importance of caring for our mental health.
It’s Okay to NOT be OK!
For youth in grades 9-12. This workshop empowers participants to take a stance against the stigma, seek information and support and learn supportive communication skills.
MindFlip: Brain Science Tools for Everyday Living
Free online program for teens that provides practical and accessible knowledge and tools to support mental health and navigate life challenges.