02/11/2026
Our hearts are with the community of Tumbler Ridge today.
In the wake of recent violence, it is normal to feel scared, anxious, overwhelmed, and angry. Please remember that you are not alone.
Resources are available:
Northern BC residents can get help immediately by contacting any one of the following: call 310Mental Health Support at 310-6789 for emotional support, information and resources specific to mental health; call 1-800-784-2433 if you are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including thoughts of su***de.
If you or someone you know is in immediate crisis or has su***de-related concerns:
9-8-8 is for anyone who is thinking about su***de, or who is worried about someone they know. Connect to a responder to get help without judgement. Call or text 9-8-8 toll-free, anytime for support in English or French.
Kidโs Help Phone Offers professional counselling, information and referrals and volunteer-led, text-based support to young people in both English and French. Reach out by texting CONNECT to 686868
The KUU-US Crisis Response Service at 1-800-588-8717 provides culturally-aware crisis support for Indigenous peoples in B.C.
The Northern Health Virtual Primary & Community Care Clinic at 1-844-645-7811 offers access to a family doctor or nurse practitioner, including for mental health needs.
And if your employer offers an employee assistance program, we encourage you to reach out to those resources, as needed.
B.C. has several virtual mental health supports for anyone experiencing anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges, and you can find more information at: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/virtual-mental-health-supports
See Northern Healthโs website for additional mental health supports here: https://www.northernhealth.ca/services/mental-health-substance-use
