Crisis Centre BC

Crisis Centre BC Crisis intervention call and text services. Training programs to create su***de-safer communities.

Thank you to the Sovereign Order of St John for providing funding for our 8‑week support group for folks bereaved by su*...
09/18/2026

Thank you to the Sovereign Order of St John for providing funding for our 8‑week support group for folks bereaved by su***de.

This support allows us to offer these groups for just a nominal fee to those who have lost someone to su***de. We consistently hear positive feedback from participants in these groups - recent attendees expressed:
🔹relief at being in a space with people who understood their pain
🔹a feeling that they could learn from and support one another
🔹being able to be wherever they were in their grief without needing to hide, explain, or fear judgment.

These groups are so important and we could not run them without the support of our funders. Thank you so much - your support is changing lives. 💛

This Su***de Prevention Month we are taking a look back at what our impact has been over the past year. This past year a...
09/17/2026

This Su***de Prevention Month we are taking a look back at what our impact has been over the past year.

This past year at the Centre:
💙11,570 youth participated in our self-care and wellness programs
💙 3,144 adults completed our training programs
💙 1,697 service providers and community members received su***de response training
💙 40,754 calls and texts were made and answered across 9-8-8 and our provincial network
💙 216 people were supported by our su***de bereavement program

Each of these numbers represents a conversation, a person reaching out for help, and an opportunity to meet the human experience of su***de and crisis with compassion, respect, and understanding. We're so grateful to our funders, members, and supporters for allowing us to do this work and make a difference every day.

You can download our 2025/2026 annual report on our website: https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/who-we-are/our-story/

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This workshop is often hosted online, but we have a rare opportunity to attend in person next week! If you have faced a ...
09/14/2026

This workshop is often hosted online, but we have a rare opportunity to attend in person next week! If you have faced a challenging interpersonal situation in your home or work life recently, you may be interested in joining this workshop.

This half-day session explores how to skillfully respond and de-escalate emotional distress. Participants learn the stress response, boundary setting, and the development of a short-term coping plan for a person in crisis.

Sign up or learn more at: https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/training/skillfully-responding-to-distress-2/

Lots of new fall dates are available to join us in helping to keep community members safe from su***de by taking an upco...
09/14/2026

Lots of new fall dates are available to join us in helping to keep community members safe from su***de by taking an upcoming Applied Su***de Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).

ASIST is a two-day interactive workshop in su***de first-aid. ASIST teaches participants to recognize when someone may be at risk of su***de and work with them to create a plan to support their immediate safety. ASIST can be learned and used by anyone.

For more information or to register visit, https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/training/asist/

Have you faced a challenging interpersonal situation in your home or work life recently? If so, you may be interested in...
09/11/2026

Have you faced a challenging interpersonal situation in your home or work life recently? If so, you may be interested in joining our next in-person ‘Skillfully Responding to Distress’ workshop on September 24.

This half-day session explores how to skillfully respond and de-escalate emotional distress. Participants learn the stress response, boundary setting, and the development of a short-term coping plan for a person in crisis.

Sign up or learn more at: https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/training/skillfully-responding-to-distress-2/

Thank you to the District of North Vancouver for supporting the Crisis Centre with a Municipal Community Services grant....
09/11/2026

Thank you to the District of North Vancouver for supporting the Crisis Centre with a Municipal Community Services grant. This support allows us to meet growing needs, maintain stable services, and ensure people in the community can access support during times of crisis.

Thank you for supporting the Crisis Centre - you are helping us save lives. 💛

We are here to help. If you are nervous or unsure about contacting a crisis line, we hope this post can help. When you c...
09/09/2026

We are here to help. If you are nervous or unsure about contacting a crisis line, we hope this post can help. When you call a crisis line like 9-8-8, 310-6789, or 1-800-SUICIDE, here’s what you can expect:

Compassionate listening: A trained responder will answer your call with empathy and without judgment. They’re here to listen, understand, and support you.

Support through crisis: A crisis to you is a crisis to us. Whatever you're calling about - it can be anything - we are here to listen.

We are here for you, 24/7. If there’s a short delay, please stay on the line. Your call matters and will be answered. Just reaching out is a powerful first step.

📲 Save these numbers:
- 9-8-8 (Call or Text) – National Su***de Crisis Helpline
- 310-6789 – BC Mental Health Support (no area code needed)
- 1-800-SUICIDE – BC Su***de Prevention Line

You deserve support. We’re here to listen. 💛

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Thank you to the Chris Spencer Foundation, for supporting our Su***de Awareness for Youth Program. Your generosity helps...
09/04/2026

Thank you to the Chris Spencer Foundation, for supporting our Su***de Awareness for Youth Program. Your generosity helps us reach thousands of young people across BC, giving them the tools to build resilience, support one another, and seek help when it's needed most. Together, we're creating safer, more connected communities for young people across the province. 💛

A few weeks ago, we had our Summer Jamboree. Held each August, this event is a chance for our volunteers and staff to co...
08/31/2026

A few weeks ago, we had our Summer Jamboree. Held each August, this event is a chance for our volunteers and staff to connect, unwind, enjoy a summer evening together and celebrate the Crisis Centre's incredible volunteers.

We are deeply grateful to the many local businesses, organizations, and community partners who generously donated gifts and experiences for this year's Jamboree. Thank you for helping us make our incredible volunteers feel appreciated!

Read more: https://www.crisiscentre.bc.ca/summer-jamboree-2026/

We are grateful to the Government of Canada for providing funding through their New Horizons for Seniors Program, which ...
08/28/2026

We are grateful to the Government of Canada for providing funding through their New Horizons for Seniors Program, which enables us to offer free safeTALK and ASIST workshops to seniors and those who support them.

These workshops equip participants with life-saving su***de prevention skills, empowering them to recognize when someone may be struggling and connect them with help. Together, we are building stronger, safer, and more supportive communities.

Thank you to the Government of Canada for investing in seniors, mental health, and su***de prevention.

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