Support and Crisis Contacts

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OrganizationDescriptionHoursContact Info
Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention CentreConfidential, non-judgemental, free emotional support for people experiencing feeling of distress or despair including feelings which may lead to suicide.24/7Call (604)872-3311
KUU-US Crisis Line SocietyWorks and operates on the unceded territory of Tseshat and Hupacasath.24/7Adults/Elders (250)723-4050
Child/Youth (250)723-2040
Toll Free 1(800)588-8717
Métis 1(833)MétisBC
Chat and text support at kuu-uscrisisline.com
Indian Residential School Survivors Society (IRSSS)Canada-wide. Provides emotional support or assistance.24/7Call 1(866)925-4419
NWAC Elder Support LineCanada-wide.Mon to Fri9am-11am & 1pm-pm ESTCall 1(888)664-7808
First Nations, Métis & Inuit Hope for Wellness Help LineCanada-wide. If you’re experiencing emotional distress and want to talk. Offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention by phone or online chat. Available in all Nunavut languages.24/7Call 1(855)242-3310
Chat with a counsellor at hopeforwellness.ca
The Nunavut Kamatsiaqtut Help LineAvailable in Inuktitut and English.24/7Call (867)979-3333
Toll Free 1(800)265-3333
Métis Crisis LineA service of Métis Nation British Columbia24/7Call 1(833)MétisBC
First Nations Virtual Doctor of the DayProvides virtual health care and referral support for people who do not have a doctor or are unable to get an appointment. It is for all First Nations people living in BC and their family members, including family members who are not Indigenous. Call to book an appointment.Doctors available by video or phone daily from 8:30am-4:30pm PSTCall 1(855)344-3800
Learn more at fnha.ca/virtualdoctor
Tsow-Tun Le Lum SocietyProvides confidential outreach services such as counselling, cultural supports and personal wellness programs.Toll Free 1(888)403-3123
Crisis Text Line (powered by Kids Help Phone)Provides anyone, in any type of crisis, access to free, 24/7 support and information via the medium people already use and trust: text. Not age restrictive. Indigenous, First Nations, Metis, or Inuit Crisis Responders can be made available.24/7Text HOME to 686868 from Canada, anytime, about any type of crisis.

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Day One Highlights from #PRIDoC24!

What an incredible start to PRIDoC 2024! Here a few of today’s inspiring sessions:
- The Ngaanyatjarra, Pitjantjatjara, and Yankunytjatjara (NPY) Women’s Council
- Language and Identity Panel with Dr. Karen Hill
- Centering Indigenous Knowledge Systems with Dr. Mandy Buss
- The @trcreportcardproject

It’s only Day One, and the energy, knowledge, and shared stories are already inspiring meaningful change. Stay tuned for more highlights as we continue this incredible journey together!

@aidaaustralia #IndigenousHealth #PRIDoC24 #TruthAndReconciliation

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Day One Highlights from #PRIDoC24! What an incredible start to PRIDoC 2024! Here a few of today’s inspiring sessions: - The Ngaanyatjarra, Pitjantjatjara, and Yankunytjatjara (NPY) Women’s Council - Language and Identity Panel with Dr. Karen Hill - Centering Indigenous Knowledge Systems with Dr. Mandy Buss - The @trcreportcardproject It’s only Day One, and the energy, knowledge, and shared stories are already inspiring meaningful change. Stay tuned for more highlights as we continue this incredible journey together! @aidaaustralia #IndigenousHealth #PRIDoC24 #TruthAndReconciliation

PRIDoC Faculty Development Day!

Learning about cultural safety in medical education and healthcare systems at #PRIDoC24 Thanks to the incredible support from @CMA_Docs, @ipacindigenousphysicianscanada, and @AIDAAustralia for making this gathering possible. #IndigenousHealth #FutureDoctors #PRIDoC24

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PRIDoC Faculty Development Day! Learning about cultural safety in medical education and healthcare systems at #PRIDoC24 Thanks to the incredible support from @CMA_Docs, @ipacindigenousphysicianscanada, and @AIDAAustralia for making this gathering possible. #IndigenousHealth #FutureDoctors #PRIDoC24

PRIDoC Council 2024

These are the folks that ensure we all gather every two years and stay connected in between.

We are stronger when we stand together.

Celebrating Indigenous medical excellence and cultural exchange at #PRIDoC24.

Thanks to the incredible support from the @cma_docs, IPAC Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada and @aidaaustralia for making this gathering possible. #IndigenousHealth #FutureDoctors #PRIDoC24

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PRIDoC Council 2024 These are the folks that ensure we all gather every two years and stay connected in between. We are stronger when we stand together. Celebrating Indigenous medical excellence and cultural exchange at #PRIDoC24. Thanks to the incredible support from the @cma_docs, IPAC Indigenous Physicians Association of Canada and @aidaaustralia for making this gathering possible. #IndigenousHealth #FutureDoctors #PRIDoC24

IPAC stands with @unaidsglobal in taking the RIGHTS path towards a world where everyone can access safe and equitable HIV services.

#WorldAIDSDay2024

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IPAC stands with @unaidsglobal in taking the RIGHTS path towards a world where everyone can access safe and equitable HIV services. #WorldAIDSDay2024

Meet Taylore Dupuis Shalovsky, a @schulichmeddent @westernuniversity student on a mission to boost Indigenous representation and cultural safety in medicine! 🩺 Read how she’s working to reduce barriers for Indigenous learners and patients.

📖 https://news.westernu.ca/2024/09/indigenous-representation-cultural-safety-medicine/

(Photo courtesy of Megan Morris/Schulich Communications)

#IndigenousHealth #CulturalSafety #IndigenousDoctors #RepresentationMatters #westernuniversity

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Meet Taylore Dupuis Shalovsky, a @schulichmeddent @westernuniversity student on a mission to boost Indigenous representation and cultural safety in medicine! 🩺 Read how she’s working to reduce barriers for Indigenous learners and patients. 📖 https://news.westernu.ca/2024/09/indigenous-representation-cultural-safety-medicine/ (Photo courtesy of Megan Morris/Schulich Communications) #IndigenousHealth #CulturalSafety #IndigenousDoctors #RepresentationMatters #westernuniversity

We are so excited for you, Michael! 🎉

Dr. Michael Dumont, former Vice-President of IPAC (Anishinaabe, Shawanaga First Nation), will be a keynote speaker at #PRIDoC24!

As Medical Director at Lu’ma Medical Centre, Dr. Dumont blends traditional Indigenous and Western medicine with a two-eyed seeing approach. He partners with Musqueam First Nation for on-reserve care and represents 8 Indigenous-led clinics as spokesperson for the First Nations and Aboriginal Primary Care Network. 🩺🌿

Australian Indigenous Doctors` Association #IndigenousDoctors

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We are so excited for you, Michael! 🎉 Dr. Michael Dumont, former Vice-President of IPAC (Anishinaabe, Shawanaga First Nation), will be a keynote speaker at #PRIDoC24! As Medical Director at Lu’ma Medical Centre, Dr. Dumont blends traditional Indigenous and Western medicine with a two-eyed seeing approach. He partners with Musqueam First Nation for on-reserve care and represents 8 Indigenous-led clinics as spokesperson for the First Nations and Aboriginal Primary Care Network. 🩺🌿 Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association #IndigenousDoctors

The countdown is on to #PRIDoC24! Just 5 days to go until the conference begins on Kaurna Country, #Adelaide!

72 Canadian Delegates, including IPAC members, will be there, with several presenting. 🎤🌍

Keep checking back for updates as we gear up for this incredible event! 🙌🏽🔥
@aidaaustralia #IndigenousHealth #IndigenousDoctors #FutureDoctors

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The countdown is on to #PRIDoC24! Just 5 days to go until the conference begins on Kaurna Country, #Adelaide! 72 Canadian Delegates, including IPAC members, will be there, with several presenting. 🎤🌍 Keep checking back for updates as we gear up for this incredible event! 🙌🏽🔥 @aidaaustralia #IndigenousHealth #IndigenousDoctors #FutureDoctors

Today, on #internationaldayfortheeliminationofviolenceagainstwomen, we stand united to amplify voices, support survivors, and demand systemic change. This UN-observed day reminds us that gender-based violence must end.

Let’s advocate for safety, justice, and a world where women live free from violence and fear. Join us in raising awareness and supporting the movement.

#EndViolenceAgainstWomen #UNWomen #OrangeTheWorld #NoExcuse

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Today, on #internationaldayfortheeliminationofviolenceagainstwomen, we stand united to amplify voices, support survivors, and demand systemic change. This UN-observed day reminds us that gender-based violence must end. Let’s advocate for safety, justice, and a world where women live free from violence and fear. Join us in raising awareness and supporting the movement. #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #UNWomen #OrangeTheWorld #NoExcuse

The IPAC Board of Directors and Executive Director Melanie Osmack were honoured to be invited to a significant milestone celebration in Quebec. 🎓✨ The four medical schools in Quebec— @ulaval, @mcgillu, @umontreal, and @usherbrooke —gathered to celebrate the 100th medical student in the Quebec Indigenous Pathways Program!

We extend our gratitude to @albertadoctors, the @ontariosdoctors, and @novascotiahealthauthorrity for their generous support, which made our Board’s participation in this momentous event possible.

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Le Conseil d`administration de l`AMIC et la directrice générale Melanie Osmack ont eu l`honneur d`être invités à une célébration marquante au Québec. 🎓✨ Les quatre facultés de médecine du Québec—Université Laval, Université McGill, Université de Montréal et Université de Sherbrooke—se sont réunies pour célébrer le 100e étudiant en médecine du Programme des Voies Autochtones en Médecine du Québec!

Nous tenons à remercier l`Alberta Medical Association, l`Ontario Medical Association et Nova Scotia Health pour leur généreux soutien, qui a permis la participation de notre Conseil à cet événement historique.

#IndigenousHealth #MedicalEducation #CollaboratingForHealth

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The IPAC Board of Directors and Executive Director Melanie Osmack were honoured to be invited to a significant milestone celebration in Quebec. 🎓✨ The four medical schools in Quebec— @ulaval, @mcgillu, @umontreal, and @usherbrooke —gathered to celebrate the 100th medical student in the Quebec Indigenous Pathways Program! We extend our gratitude to @albertadoctors, the @ontariosdoctors, and @novascotiahealthauthorrity for their generous support, which made our Board’s participation in this momentous event possible. ---- Le Conseil d'administration de l'AMIC et la directrice générale Melanie Osmack ont eu l'honneur d'être invités à une célébration marquante au Québec. 🎓✨ Les quatre facultés de médecine du Québec—Université Laval, Université McGill, Université de Montréal et Université de Sherbrooke—se sont réunies pour célébrer le 100e étudiant en médecine du Programme des Voies Autochtones en Médecine du Québec! Nous tenons à remercier l'Alberta Medical Association, l'Ontario Medical Association et Nova Scotia Health pour leur généreux soutien, qui a permis la participation de notre Conseil à cet événement historique. #IndigenousHealth #MedicalEducation #CollaboratingForHealth
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