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Vancouver, BC – Addressing equity, diversity, and inclusion gaps in suicide prevention funding is crucial to ensure that every individual, regardless of their background or experience, receives accessible and equitable support when facing mental health crisis or when having thoughts of suicide. The BC Crisis Line Network supports the Government of Canada’s recent announcement to […]

By Effie Pow At the Crisis Centre of BC, volunteers are the heartbeat of our mission. On Friday, August 11, we had a chance to express our gratitude at a vibrant and joyful Volunteer Appreciation Jamboree held at Trout Lake Park. With over 70 volunteers and staff in attendance, the event was a heartfelt celebration […]

By: Effie Pow A high rate of suicide among Canadian veterans has been a distressing, decades-long reality. The 2019 Veteran Suicide Mortality Study revealed that the risk of suicide for veterans has remained consistently higher than that of the general public over a 39-year period, with the risk being 1.4 times higher for male and […]

Our core mission is to provide help and hope to individuals facing mental health crisis, including those struggling with thoughts of suicide.  We acknowledge the complexity of mental health issues and the diverse perspectives surrounding Medical Assistance In Dying (MAiD) as an option for individuals in Canada. The Centre has not taken a position on […]

Toward Suicide-Safer Communities: BC Crisis Line Network’s Recommendations to the Federal Government In Canada, suicide is the 9th leading cause of death overall and 2nd leading cause of death for young adults. Effective suicide prevention requires looking at more than mental health because suicide stems from crisis, and crisis has many beginnings. Canadians need 24/7 […]