The YOUTH helplines below are specific for the GTA and Peel-Dufferin Region. If you would like look abroad, please scroll to the bottom of this page.
These helplines are based on: Brampton Mental Health; Youth Recreational Resources
Associated Youth Services Peel (AYSP)
Website: aysp.ca
Phone: 905-890-5222
Resource Directory: Youth services and referrals available through their website
Provides free counselling for youth ages 12–17 and caregivers, including in-person, outreach, and virtual services. Supports mental health, housing concerns, school stress, employment challenges, and life transitions, with inclusive services for 2SLGBTQ+ youth.
Brampton Multicultural Community Centre (BMCC)
Website: bmccentre.org
Phone: 905-790-8482
Resource Directory: Settlement and community support resources available online
Offers crisis counselling and settlement services, particularly for newcomers. Supports individuals and families dealing with bullying, grief, housing instability, suicide concerns, and adjustment challenges.
Black Youth Helpline
Website: blackyouth.ca
Phone: 1-833-294-8650 or 416-285-9944
Resource Directory: Community and school support resources available
Provides culturally responsive mental health and crisis support for Black youth and families, focusing on emotional well-being, academic support, and early intervention.
BounceBack Ontario
Website: bouncebackontario.ca
Phone: 1-866-345-0224
Resource Directory: Program tools and self-help resources available online
A free coaching program for youth (15+) and adults managing anxiety, stress, low mood, or mild to moderate depression. Services are offered in multiple languages.
Canadian Mental Health Association – Peel Dufferin (CMHA)
Website: cmhapeeldufferin.ca
Phone: 905-451-2123 or 1-877-451-2123
24/7 Crisis Line: 905-278-9036
Resource Directory: Local mental health programs and supports listed online
Provides counselling, crisis intervention, and mental health education aimed at recovery, resilience, and community connection.
Crisis Services Canada
Website: Crisis Services Canada
Phone: 1-833-456-4566
Resource Directory: National crisis and support services directory
Offers 24/7 phone, text, and chat support for individuals experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts, available in multiple languages.
Centre for Grief and Healing (Bereaved Families of Ontario)
Website: bereavedfamilies.ca
Phone: 905-848-4337
Resource Directory: Grief support programs and referrals available
Provides peer-based grief support groups for individuals and families coping with the loss of a loved one.
Child Development Institute (CDI)
Website: childdevelop.ca
Phone: 416-603-1827
Resource Directory: Programs and family supports listed online
Offers evidence-based services for children, youth, and families, focusing on mental health, learning differences, and early intervention.
Elizabeth Fry Society of Peel-Halton
Website: efrypeelhalton.ca
Phone: 905-459-1315
Resource Directory: Support programs and referrals available
Provides 24/7 crisis support and empowerment services for girls and young women ages 12–24.
EveryMind Mental Health Services
Website: everymind.ca
Phone: 905-795-3500 or 905-278-9036
Resource Directory: Youth mental health programs listed online
Supports infants, children, youth, and young adults (up to 25) through counselling, group programs, and prevention initiatives.
Hope for Wellness (Indigenous Helpline)
Website: hopeforwellness.ca
Phone: 1-855-242-3310
Resource Directory: Indigenous mental health supports available online
Provides immediate counselling and crisis intervention for Indigenous peoples across Canada in multiple languages.
Indus Community Services
Website: induscs.ca
Phone: 905-459-4776
Resource Directory: Multilingual community resources available
Offers free counselling, crisis planning, and referrals to shelters and community services in many languages.
Kids Help Phone
Website: kidshelpphone.ca
Phone: 1-800-668-6868
Text: CONNECT to 686868
Resource Directory: Youth support tools and local resources available
Provides free, confidential 24/7 mental health support for youth through phone, text, and chat.
LGBT YouthLine
Website: youthline.ca
Phone: 1-800-268-9688
Text: 647-694-4275
Resource Directory: LGBTQ+ affirming resources and referrals available
Offers peer-to-peer support and connections to safe, affirming services for LGBTQ+ youth.
Mind Your Mind
Website: mindyourmind.ca
Resource Directory: Youth mental health tools and resources available
Creates interactive mental health resources focused on self-care, coping strategies, and digital well-being for youth.
Tangerine Walk-In Counselling
Website: tangerinewalkin.com
Phone: 905-795-3530
Resource Directory: Walk-in counselling locations listed online
Provides free, short-term counselling sessions for children, youth, and families without requiring appointments.
Wellfort Community Health Services
Website: wellfort.ca
Phone: 905-451-6959
Resource Directory: Community mental health programs available
Offers individual and group counselling for anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and relationship concerns.
