‘No One Will Be Turned Away’: 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline Launches Across Canada

‘No One Will Be Turned Away’: 988 Suicide Crisis Helpline Launches Across Canada
A person uses a cellphone in Ottawa on July 18, 2022. The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick
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A new toll-free, three-digit suicide prevention helpline launched across Canada on Nov. 30 morning.

People having suicidal thoughts or other mental health distress can now call or text 988 to reach a trained responder 24 hours a day, seven days a week—no matter where they live in the country.