If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency, is at risk of harming themselves or harming others, call 9-1-1.

National Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Hotline | 988

Provides 24/7 confidential mental health crisis and suicide prevention support.

To access support, call or text 9-8-8.

When calling, you will hear a message confirming that you have reached 9-8-8 and to select English or French support.
You may have the option to say whether you are under 18, First Nations, Inuit, or Métis.
Your responder will listen and help you develop a safety plan.

Healthline | 811

Provides 24/7 confidential support for mental health.

Call 8-1-1 to receive assistance (1‑800‑855‑0511 if hearing impairment assistance is required).

Healthline offers over 100 different language translation options.
When you call, a trained professional will provide resources, education, and recommend next steps.
Call 1-877-800-0002 if experiencing technical difficulties.

For more information, go to: Healthline 811

Saskatoon Crisis and Intervention Services: Mobile Crisis Services | 306-933-6200

Provides 24/7 phone or mobile response support for a mental health crisis.

Call 306-933-6200 to receive support.

The mobile support team consists of specially trained police officers and crisis workers, who will help in accessing resources and support.
For more information about Saskatoon Crisis services, go to: saskatooncrisis.ca

National Indian Residential School Crisis Line | 1-866-925-4419

Provides 24/7 service to Residential School survivors and their families through counselling, coping skills, resources, and support.

Call 1-866-925-4419 to receive support.

Makes connections with Indigenous organizations that can assist in accessing cultural support and healing practices, as well as offering the option to work with Elders, Knowledge Holders, and Resolution Health Support Workers.

For more information, visit: Government of Canada: Residential School Survivors

MMIWG Crisis Line | 1-844-413-6649

Provides 24/7 emotional support for those affected by the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG).

Call 1-844-413-6649 for support.

Kids Help Phone | text 686868

Provides 24/7 mental health support, through use of crisis responders, forums, counselling, and mental health information.

Text 686868 or message online at kidshelpphone.ca for support.

Offers support in English and French.
If you are Indigenous and would prefer to speak to a crisis responder that is First Nations, Inuk, or Métis if one is present, message 686868 and say or text “FIRST NATIONS”, “INUIT”, or “METIS” .
You can stop communication at any time by texting “STOP”.

Hope for Wellness Helpline | 1-855-242-3310

Provides 24/7 support for Indigenous people.

Call 1-855-242-3310 for phone support.

When calling, you will be asked whether you prefer English or French support.
They may also have Cree, Ojibway, or Inuktitut counsellors upon request.

Saskatoon Mental Health and Addictions Services | Intake required

Provides mental health counselling, treatment, and support for Saskatchewan residents. You may self-refer or be referred by a family physician. Support groups are also offered including:

• dialectical behavioural therapy group for those experiencing challenges with emotional regulation
• a group for healing relationships with food and your body
• a group for support in coping with trauma.
If you want to be connected to a support group, intake is required.

Your intake request may be done over the phone: 306-655-7777 or online at mhas.saskatoonhealthregion.ca

To connect to the best services and supports for you, an assessment will be performed. Services include support for both adults and youth. For more information, go to: Saskatoon Mental Health & Addiction Services

Family Service Saskatchewan’s Rapid Access Counselling Program | 306-244-0127

Provides in-person, phone, or virtual mental health counselling and support for various mental health concerns.

To book an adult counselling appointment, click here.

To book a youth or caregiver (with youth) appointment, click here.

Support for youth, adults and families is offered quickly and there is no wait list, as access to supports are brief. For more information, go to Counselling Connect Sask or contact Family Service at 306-244-0127.

Overdose Outreach Teams (OOT) | 639-471-8335

Provides support for those that have had a recent overdose.

If someone is experiencing an overdose and requires emergency care, call 9-1-1.

Call 639-471-8335 to be connected to OOT services.

Support includes connecting someone to applicable programs and services, brief counselling, assisting with harm reduction and helping with treatment planning and recovery.

Referrals can be made by anyone. Hours of service are: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday.

For more information and online referral information, visit Government of Sask: Overdose Outreach .

Online Therapy Unit | Onlinetherapyuser.ca

Provides online, appointment-free cognitive behavioural therapy to support mental health and wellbeing.

To apply for a course, or for more information, visit: www.onlinetherapyuser.ca or call 306-377-3331.

Prior to being enrolled in a course, there will be a 30-minute online screening to complete as well as a 15-minute follow up phone call.

Farm Stress Line | 1-800-667-4442

Provides 24/7 support for those living/working on a farm or ranch.

To receive support, call 1-800-667-4442.

When calling, responders support by listening, helping you problem-solve, and connecting you to further resources. There is no caller-ID to maintain anonymity.

For more information, visit Farm Stress Line.

Saskatoon Crisis and Intervention Services: Intensive Community Support | Multiple locations

Provides support for those with mental health concerns with housing and/or alcohol use through partnerships with community agencies.

For more information go to: Saskatoon Crisis Services or call 306-933-6200

Crocus Cooperative | One-time $1 membership fee

A non-profit organization that provides support and community for those diagnosed with a mental health concern. Services include drop-in day programs, meal purchase options, and an employment support program.

To access their services, you must become a member of Crocus for $1.

For member eligibility requirements and referral form, go to: Crocus Co-op

For more information about Crocus Cooperative call 306-477-2960.

OUT Saskatoon Peer Support | 1-306-665-1224

Provides a safe space for LGBTQ2S individuals to discuss emotional wellbeing with those that may have experienced similar situations.

To receive peer support, call 1-306-665-1224, email support@outsaskatoon.ca, or visit OUT Saskatoon at 213 Avenue C South.

Peer support will listen to you, refer you to further resources, and provide education as needed. There is also a Peer Navigator that will help with peer support accessibility, referrals, systems navigation, and further peer support.

For more information, visit: OUT Saskatoon.

The Ability Hub | 306-655-5508

Provide support, education, employment assistance, assistance prior to employment, entrepreneur assistance, literacy and skills development, and resources to those with a health condition or disability of any kind.

Call 306-655-5508 or email info@abilityhubyxe.ca to get involved or for further questions.

Visit Ability Hub for more information.

Saskatoon Food Bank & Learning Center | 306-664-6565

Alongside nutrition and clothing support, further support is offered through workshops and training for those experiencing difficulties with employment as well as opportunities for gardening and tax assistance.

To sign up for a program, contact 306-664-6565, email hello@saskatoonfoodbank.ca or visit 202 Avenue C South.

For more information about support and training programs, visit: Saskatoon Food Bank.

Foundations Learning | 306-652-5448

Provides support to adults and families by providing education, skill-based, and literacy opportunities.

To view and register for programs, visit www.foundationslearning.com

There are a variety of options for learning, including individual support, group support, and family support.

For more information, visit Foundations Learning or call 306-652-5448.

Learning Disability Association of Saskatchewan | 306-652-3220

Provides support for neurodivergent individuals, especially those with ADHD, as well as those that struggle with Math, English and Language Arts. They offer a variety of programs, including learning supports, coaching, education, workshops, and psychological assessments.

To contact, email reception@ldas.org, call 306-652-3220, or use the forum found at ldas.org.

For more information visit Learning Disabilities Association.

Saskatoon Tribal Council Health Bus | 639-471-7172

The STC Health Bus is a mobile service offered to Saskatoon Tribal Council First Nation communities. The bus is staffed with dental professionals, mental health personnel, and paramedics.

To contact, call 639-471-7172.

For more information, visit STC Health Bus or find them on Facebook.

Saskatchewan Health Authority Health Bus | 306-380-1000

The Health Bus is a mobile service that helps to provide primary health care to people who may experience barriers accessing health care services. Services include prescriptions, pregnancy testing, birth control, sexually transmitted infection treatment and testing, respiratory infections, ear infections, and muscle pains.

To learn about the locations of the Health Bus, contact 306-380-1000.

*The Saskatchewan Health Authority Health Bus is currently transitioning to the Saskatoon Wellness Bus Program, delays are expected.

Occupational Stress Injury Canada (OSI-CAN) | 306-522-3801

OSI-CAN supports the wellbeing of public safety personnel, Veterans, and first responders.

To learn more about OSI-CAN, local resources, or to join a support group, call 306-552-3801 or 1-888-495-6068.

Programs include support groups, family supports, Indigenous healing practices, online communication, support through horses, counseling, meditation, and assistance with getting a service dog. A diagnosis or referral is not needed to access OSI-CAN services.

For more information, visit OSI-CAN

Healthline 811 Maternal Wellness Outbound Call Program | Referral required

Provides phone-based support for those with or at risk for postpartum depression and anxiety, as well as those that have experienced infant or perinatal loss.

You need to be referred to the program by a public health nurse at your local public health office.

After the referral is made, a mental health professional will perform a phone assessment and provide support.

For more information, visit: Mom & Kid Sask or Maternal Mental Health Sask.

Motherhood YXE | Drop-in

A free drop-in group that meets to discuss the highs and lows of motherhood. It also features occasional guest speakers. While not a counselling or support group, they provide a social environment and a place to have conversations with other mothers.

For more information and where to find them, visit: Breastfeeding Matters Saskatoon.