Mental Health & Substance Use

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This page provides information and resources that can help you and your loved ones through your mental health and substance use journey.

Explore each topic by clicking the links below. 

Service Link

For additional information or help navigating services, call Island Health’s Mental Health and Substance Use Service Link at 1-888-885-8824. This line is answered by a call taker every day of the week.

Crisis Line

If you are experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, please call the Vancouver Island Crisis Line, available 24/7 1-888-494-3888. You can also call 911 or go to the nearest Emergency Department.

Find more information

To learn more about the services available, visit Mental Health and Substance Use Services. 
To see which facilities provide services, visit Mental Health and Substance Use Locations. 
Alcohol and Your Health
Alcohol and Your Health

Alcohol use may be socially acceptable, but it also carries risk to both individuals and communities.

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Mental Health & Substance Use Resources

Find resources and services related to mental health and substance use.

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Mental Health for Children & Youth

Child, Youth and Family Mental Health Services offers a range of services that will help support the young people in your life.

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Psychosocial Rehabilitation

Psychosocial rehabilitation helps people with serious mental health and substance use challenges to enhance their quality of life.

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Substance Use Treatment & Recovery

Links to services and locations for substance use treatment and recovery

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Youth Resilience Grants

Island Health has developed a Youth Resilience Grants program to help improve mental well-being and build youth resilience to challenging life events.