Free Mental Health Resources in Canada

• Alberta-Based
• British Columbia-Based
• Manitoba-Based
• Nova Scotia-Based
• Newfoundland & Labrador–Based
• Northwest Territories–Based
• Nunavut-Based
• Ontario-Based
• Quebec-Based
• Yukon-Based
• National

Alberta-Based

• Capella Centre (St. Paul Abilities Network) - Provides a range of community support services in St. Paul, Alberta, and surrounding areas for individuals with disabilities and those facing barriers, including employment services, residential support, and community inclusion programs. (Mental well-being is often a component of their holistic support).
   
• Distress Centre Calgary - Offers 24/7 crisis support, professional counselling, and referrals to Calgarians experiencing crisis or distress, via phone, chat, and text. Also provides support for issues like suicide, domestic violence, and addiction.
   
• Calgary ConnecTeen (Distress Centre Calgary's Youth Program)  - A confidential peer support service for youth in Calgary and area, run by Distress Centre Calgary. Youth can connect via phone, chat, text, or email for support on any issue they are facing.
   
• Wood's Homes - A multi-service, non-profit children’s mental health centre based in Calgary, Alberta (with services also in Lethbridge, Strathmore, and Fort McMurray), providing treatment and support for children, youth, and families facing mental health challenges through residential care, community programs, and crisis intervention.

British Columbia-Based

• Options Community Services - a non-profit organisation based in British Columbia that offers a wide range of social services to individuals and families. From housing and mental health support to employment programs and newcomer assistance, Options is dedicated to building healthier, inclusive communities through compassion, collaboration, and practical support.
   
• Crisis Centre BC (Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre of BC) - Offers 24/7 confidential, non-judgmental, free emotional support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including thoughts of suicide. Provides crisis line services for various regions in BC.
   
• NEED2 Suicide Prevention, Education & Support - Provides suicide prevention education and support services primarily for youth in Greater Victoria and across BC, including workshops, online resources, and support for those bereaved by suicide.
   
• Vancouver Island Crisis Society (VICCS) - Offers 24/7 crisis line support, as well as crisis chat and text services, for individuals on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts. Also provides community education.
   
• Chimo Community Services - Provides diverse community services in Richmond and South Delta, BC, including crisis lines, counselling for various issues (e.g., substance use, problem gambling), support for newcomers, and help for victims of violence.
   
• Crisis Line Association of BC (CLABC) - An association representing crisis lines across British Columbia. Their website often serves as a directory to find local crisis lines and provides information about crisis intervention and suicide prevention in BC.
   
• Telecare Distress Lines of Greater Vancouver - Provides confidential, anonymous, and non-judgmental telephone listening and referral services for individuals experiencing loneliness, distress, or crisis in the Greater Vancouver area and beyond.
   
• Stepping Stones Community Services Society - Provides support services in Langley, BC, and surrounding areas for youth and young adults experiencing or at risk of homelessness, often including mental health support, life skills training, and housing assistance.

Manitoba-Based

• Reason To Live - A Canadian initiative focused on suicide prevention, offering stories of hope, resources, and support for individuals struggling with suicidal thoughts and those who support them. 
   
• Trauma-Informed Care Canada - A Canadian resource hub providing education, training, and information on trauma-informed practices, aiming to support professionals, organisations, and individuals in understanding and responding to trauma effectively.
   
• Teen Talk - A Manitoba-based program (by Klinic Community Health) providing youth with peer support, health education, and resources on various topics including mental health, sexual health, and substance use, through workshops and online information.

Nova Scotia-Based

• Mental Health and Addictions Program - Nova Scotia Health - The official online portal for Nova Scotia Health's Mental Health and Addictions Program, providing information on services, resources, and support available across Nova Scotia for individuals facing mental health challenges or substance use issues.
   
• VETS Canada (Veterans Emergency Transition Services Canada) - A Canadian federally registered non-profit organisation dedicated to helping homeless and at-risk veterans reintegrate into civilian life by providing emergency support, housing assistance, and referrals to essential services.

Newfoundland & Labrador–Based

• Mental Health and Addictions Program - Eastern Health - The official online portal for Eastern Health's Mental Health and Addictions Program, providing information on services, resources, and support available within their region of Newfoundland and Labrador for individuals and families facing mental health challenges or substance use issues.

Northwest Territories–Based

• Mental Wellness and Addictions Recovery - Government of Northwest Territories - The official online resource from the Government of the Northwest Territories' Department of Health and Social Services, outlining mental wellness and addictions recovery programs, support services, and information available to residents across the NWT.

Nunavut-Based

• Nunavut Kamatsiaqtut Help Line - Provides a confidential, anonymous, and free telephone helpline service offering emotional support and crisis intervention to residents across Nunavut who are experiencing distress or in need of someone to talk to.
   
• Mental Health - Government of Nunavut - The official webpage from the Government of Nunavut's Department of Health, providing information on mental health services, programs, resources, and initiatives available to residents throughout Nunavut.

Ontario-Based

• Canadian Mental Health Association – National Office (CMHA - National) – Provides national leadership for a federated network of branches offering community-based mental health programs, services, advocacy, and resources across Canada.
   
• Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) – Canada’s largest mental health teaching hospital and leading research centre, offering clinical care, research, education, and policy development in addiction and mental health.
   
• Multicultural Mental Health Resource Centre (MMHRC) – Develops and provides culturally appropriate mental health information, resources, and training for health professionals and diverse communities across Canada.
   
• Youth Mental Health Canada (YMHC) – A youth-driven nonprofit advocating for improved youth mental health services through education, resources, and peer support programs nationwide.
   
• Canadian Mental Health Association – Toronto Branch (CMHA Toronto) – Offers mental health and addiction services, support, housing, and advocacy for individuals in the Toronto area.
   
• Mood Disorders Society of Canada (MDSC) – A national health charity providing advocacy, education, research, and support programs for people affected by mood disorders.
   
• Wood's Homes – A non-profit children’s mental health centre offering crisis support, counselling, housing, and specialised programs for youth and families across Alberta.
   
• BounceBack Ontario – A free skill-building program by CMHA Ontario to help individuals 15+ manage low mood, anxiety, and stress through coaching and guided self-help tools.
   
• Youth Line (LGBT YouthLine) – Provides confidential, non-judgmental peer support by phone, text, and chat for 2SLGBTQ+ youth across Ontario. 
   
• EveryMind (formerly Peel Children's Centre) - Provides and advocates for child, youth, and family mental health services, often with a focus on early intervention and broader community well-being, primarily serving Peel Region and sharing resources more widely.

Quebec-Based

• Centre de prévention du suicide et d'intervention de crise du Bas-Saint-Laurent (CPSCBSL) - The Suicide Prevention and Crisis Intervention Centre for the Bas-Saint-Laurent region of Quebec, offering crisis support, listening services, intervention, and postvention for individuals in distress or affected by suicide.
   
• The Canadian Centre for Suicide Prevention (CCSP) / Centre canadien de prévention du suicide (CCPS) - A national, bilingual organisation focused on reducing suicide in Canada through advocacy, education, resource dissemination, and promoting best practices in suicide prevention across the country. (While national, it's relevant here as you provided a Quebec-focused list previously).

Yukon-Based

• Access Counselling Services in Yukon - Government of Yukon - The official Government of Yukon webpage detailing how residents can access various mental wellness counselling services and support programs available throughout the Yukon territory.

National (Canada - General / Pan-Canadian Campaigns & Initiatives)

• Jack.org - Trains and empowers young leaders across Canada to revolutionise mental health through awareness, education, and stigma reduction initiatives.
   
• Multicultural Mental Health Resource Centre (MMHRC) - Develops and provides culturally appropriate mental health information, resources, and training for health professionals and diverse communities across Canada.
   
• Youth Mental Health Canada (YMHC) - A youth-driven non-profit advocating for improved youth mental health services, delivering education, resources, and peer support programs nationally.
   
• Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health (CAMIMH) - A national alliance of mental health organisations advocating for improved mental health policy, funding, and services for Canadians.
   
• Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) - A national organisation catalysing improvements in Canada’s mental health system through policy recommendations, research, and knowledge exchange.
   
• Mood Disorders Society of Canada (MDSC) - A national health charity providing advocacy, education, research, and support programs for individuals and families affected by mood disorders.
   
• Act for Mental Health (Campaign) - A national awareness campaign encouraging public action and support for mental health, often linked to broader initiatives.
   
• Bell Let's Talk - A major Canadian corporate initiative promoting mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and funding mental health programs and research across the country.
   
• Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) - A national charitable organisation funding and promoting mental health research to improve prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and support for Canadians.
   
• Brain Canada Foundation - A national charitable organisation funding Canadian brain research to improve understanding, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of brain disorders, including mental illnesses.
   
• Brain Changes Initiative (often associated with brainconnections.ca) - Advocates nationally for individuals and families living with acquired brain injury, providing support, education, and awareness.
   
• Canadian Coalition for Seniors' Mental Health (CCSMH) - Develops and promotes national initiatives to improve the mental health and well-being of older adults in Canada through guidelines, education, and knowledge exchange.
   
• Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA-ACCP) - A national bilingual association providing leadership and promotion for the counselling and psychotherapy profession in Canada, setting standards and offering professional development.
   
• Kids Help Phone - Canada’s only 24/7, national, bilingual e-mental health service providing professional counselling, information, referrals, and text-based support for young people.
   
• Kids in Pain (Solutions for Kids in Pain - SKIP) - A national knowledge mobilisation network working to improve children's pain management by connecting research, healthcare providers, and families across Canada.
   
• Mental Health Foundation (Canada - general) - Generally supports mental health initiatives nationally or provincially through fundraising, grants, and awareness (the specific entity can vary by province if not a designated national foundation).
   
• MyGrief.ca - A Canadian online resource developed to help people understand and navigate grief, providing information, support, and stories from others who have experienced loss.
   
• Myles Ahead, The Myles H. Tanenbaum Foundation for an Ailing Bipolar Brain - A Canadian foundation dedicated to advancing research and understanding of bipolar disorder, supporting initiatives aimed at improving diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life.
   
• PREVNet (Promoting Relationships and Eliminating Violence Network) - A national network of Canadian researchers and organisations working to stop bullying and promote safe, healthy relationships for children and youth.