Currently showing 245 services
I need a safe place
All Local – Victim Services Golden – RCMP
Emotional and practical support to victims of crime and trauma
About |
Emotional and practical support to victims of crime and trauma
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PHONE | 250-344-3920 |
Address | 1419-11th. Ave North |
website | http://www.goldencommunityresources.ca/victim-services.html |
All Local – Golden Safe Homes and Crisis Line
Emergency shelter for women and children fleeing violence. 24/7.
About |
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Hours |
24 hours a day, 7 days per week, 365 days a year Office hours Monday to Friday 10:00am. - 4:00pm. Thursday 10:30 - 4:00pm. |
PHONE | 250-344-2101 |
Address | 419C 9th Avenue North Next to Brent's Boardshop *Only open during office hours |
website | http://www.goldenwomencentre.ca/contact--hours.html |
All Local – Golden and District Hospital
24/7 Services include inpatient, obstetrics, and emergency
About | Acute and Emergency Care |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 250 344 5271 |
Address | 835 9th Street North |
MCFD Child and Youth Help Line
24/7 after hours and emergency service for children & youth and for those who are concerned about them.
About | A 24 hour comprehensive help line for Children and Youth and for those who are concerned about them, including after hours /emergency service. MCFD - Ministry of Children and Family Development |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-1234 |
VictimLink Help Line
Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. 24/7. Phone and text.
About | Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. Support available in over 110 languages. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-563-0808 |
TTY accessible at PHONE | 604-875-0885 |
PHONE text | 1-800-563-0808 |
To call collect, call the Telus Relay Service at PHONE | 711 |
email: EMAIL | VictimLinkBC@bc211.ca |
Youth Against Violence Line
Are you in danger? Is someone you know being threatened? Want to make a difference? 24/7.
About | If you're in any way concerned about your safety or the safety of others, we can help. Anything you say is kept completely confidential and you remain totally anonymous - we don't have call display either. And, because the YAV Line is a multilingual service, we can talk to you in your language. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-680-4264 |
Text: PHONE | 1-604-836-6381 |
TTY: PHONE | 1-604-875-0885 |
website | http://www.youthagainstviolenceline.com |
Youth Crisis Line
Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. 24/7.
About | Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-866-661-3311 |
website | https://crisiscentre.bc.ca |
East Kootenay Crisis Line
Crisis Line for children, youth and adults. 24/7.
About | Crisis Line for children, youth and adults – serving the entire East Kootenay region including Golden. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1 888 353 2273 |
PHONE business line | 1 250 426 5222 |
RCMP Police
RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. 24/7.
About | RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
Call PHONE in an emergency | 911 |
PHONE non-emergency | 250 344 2221 |
Address | 1419 11th Ave North, Golden |
I need to talk about suicide
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
All Local – Golden and District Hospital
24/7 Services include inpatient, obstetrics, and emergency
About | Acute and Emergency Care |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 250 344 5271 |
Address | 835 9th Street North |
All Local – Child and Youth Mental Health Golden
Assessment and treatment for children and youth with mental health challenges.
About |
Walk-in Intake Clinic, no appointment needed. Services available include:
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Hours |
Walk-in Intake: Tuesday 9:00 - 12:00 Regular opening hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30 |
PHONE | 250 344 7773 |
Address | 1104 9th St South, Golden Across from Wolf's Den |
website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/child-teen-mental-health |
BC Drug and Poison Information Centre
If you suspect someone has been poisoned by a medicine, chemical or other substance. 24/7.
About | If you suspect someone has been poisoned by a medicine, chemical or other substance. If someone is unconscious, having a seizure, difficulty breathing or chest pain, immediately call 9-1-1. Separate Drug Information Line for BC healthcare professionals: 1-866-298-5909 (Monday - Friday; 9:00 - 4:00) |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 1-800-567-8911 |
website | http://www.dpic.org/ |
KUU-US Crisis Services Line
For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. 24/7.
About | For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 1-800-KUU-US-17 (1-800-588-8717) |
website | http://www.kuu-uscrisisline.ca/services-programs/24-hour-crisis-line/ |
All Local – Golden Medical Clinic
Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors.
About | Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
MCFD Child and Youth Help Line
24/7 after hours and emergency service for children & youth and for those who are concerned about them.
About | A 24 hour comprehensive help line for Children and Youth and for those who are concerned about them, including after hours /emergency service. MCFD - Ministry of Children and Family Development |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-1234 |
Mental Health Support Line
This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal. 24/7.
About | This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal 24/7. Crisis line workers are trained to help provide emotional support as well as mental health information and resources. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-6789 |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
Suicide Help Line
Please call. You are not alone. 24/7.
About | Please call. You are not alone. Support available in 140 languages. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-SUICIDE |
PHONE free | 1-800-784-2433 |
Youth Crisis Line
Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. 24/7.
About | Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-866-661-3311 |
website | https://crisiscentre.bc.ca |
East Kootenay Crisis Line
Crisis Line for children, youth and adults. 24/7.
About | Crisis Line for children, youth and adults – serving the entire East Kootenay region including Golden. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1 888 353 2273 |
PHONE business line | 1 250 426 5222 |
RCMP Police
RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. 24/7.
About | RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
Call PHONE in an emergency | 911 |
PHONE non-emergency | 250 344 2221 |
Address | 1419 11th Ave North, Golden |
I’m worried
Psychosis – Early Psychosis Intervention
BC early psychosis information online
About |
BC early psychosis information online
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website | https://www.earlypsychosis.ca/ |
Foundry
Foundry offers health and wellness resources, services and supports for young people ages 12-24. Information, self-checks, tips, apps & tools, resources and stories
About | A website to help children, youth and young adults in BC to connect to mental health resources and support. You will find information, self-checks, tips, apps & tools, resources and stories from other young people (This site used to be called Mindcheck) [social_links] Get the Foundry App! |
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website - Foundrybc.ca is powered by BC Children’s Hospital | https://foundrybc.ca/ |
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Kelty Mental Health
Mental Health and Substance Use information, resources and peer support to children, youth and their families
About | The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre is a provincial resource centre that provides mental health and substance use information, resources, and peer support to children, youth and their families from across BC. We also provide peer support to people of all ages with eating disorders. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | Toll Free 1-800-665-1822 |
website | http://keltymentalhealth.ca/youth-and-young-adults |
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
Mindyourmind.ca
Mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet.
About | Mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet. We work with community partners and young people aged 14 to 29 to co-create interactive tools and innovative resources to build capacity and resilience. Help, Information, Tools, Blog, Expression, Interviews, Design Labs Lots of stuff on wellness |
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website | https://mindyourmind.ca/ |
Needhelpnow.ca – internet history, cyberbullying
NeedHelpNow.ca helps teens stop the spread of sexual pictures or videos and provides support along the way.
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website | https://needhelpnow.ca/app/en |
Residential psychiatric assessment services ( Adolescent Psychiatric Unit – regional )
The APU provides assessment and treatment planning for youth from 12 to 18 years of age
About | The Adolescent Psychiatric Unit provides assessment and treatment planning for youth from 12 to 18 years of age. We are all here to provide you and your family with tools to help cope with life’s struggles… what’s buggin’ ya. Accessed through CYMH ( Child and Youth Mental Health ) by referral. |
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Hours |
by CYMH referral, 2-4 week stay |
PHONE Golden CYMH | 250 344 7575 |
Address | Kelowna |
download APU information booklet | https://www.interiorhealth.ca/YourCare/MentalHealthSubstanceUse/Documents/APU%20-%20A%20Guide%20to%20the%20APU.pdf |
Psychiatric consultation – regional
Access through local referral from Child and Youth Mental Health
About | Access through referral from CYMH (Child and Youth Mental Health) |
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Hours |
CYMH Walk-in Intake: Tuesday 9:00 – 12:00 Regular opening hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 – 4:30 |
PHONE | 250-344-7773 |
Address | CYMH 1104 9th Street South Across from Wolf’s Den |
All Local – Parenting Help and Family Support – Golden Family Center
This program helps families build strength and develop positive relationships.
About | This program helps families build strength and develop positive relationships. Parents can access services at the Golden Family Center or in their own home. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call for an intake appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/parenting-family-support |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
All Local – Child and Youth Mental Health Golden
Assessment and treatment for children and youth with mental health challenges.
About |
Walk-in Intake Clinic, no appointment needed. Services available include:
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Hours |
Walk-in Intake: Tuesday 9:00 - 12:00 Regular opening hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30 |
PHONE | 250 344 7773 |
Address | 1104 9th St South, Golden Across from Wolf's Den |
website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/child-teen-mental-health |
Anxiety Canada
Living with too much anxiety? Resources, Results, Relief. 24/7.
About | Living with too much anxiety? Resources, Results, Relief. Create an Anxiety Plan for you. Use the MindShift app - located on the website. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 310-6789 |
website | https://www.anxietycanada.com/?_ga=2.220073689.1500972625.1635454555-1423410712.1635454555 |
KUU-US Crisis Services Line
For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. 24/7.
About | For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 1-800-KUU-US-17 (1-800-588-8717) |
website | http://www.kuu-uscrisisline.ca/services-programs/24-hour-crisis-line/ |
MCFD Child and Youth Help Line
24/7 after hours and emergency service for children & youth and for those who are concerned about them.
About | A 24 hour comprehensive help line for Children and Youth and for those who are concerned about them, including after hours /emergency service. MCFD - Ministry of Children and Family Development |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-1234 |
Mental Health Support Line
This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal. 24/7.
About | This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal 24/7. Crisis line workers are trained to help provide emotional support as well as mental health information and resources. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-6789 |
Youth in BC
Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources.
About | Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources. |
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Hours |
1:00 pm - 2:00 am (MST) |
website | http://www.YouthInBC.com |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
Suicide Help Line
Please call. You are not alone. 24/7.
About | Please call. You are not alone. Support available in 140 languages. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-SUICIDE |
PHONE free | 1-800-784-2433 |
Youth Crisis Line
Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. 24/7.
About | Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-866-661-3311 |
website | https://crisiscentre.bc.ca |
East Kootenay Crisis Line
Crisis Line for children, youth and adults. 24/7.
About | Crisis Line for children, youth and adults – serving the entire East Kootenay region including Golden. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1 888 353 2273 |
PHONE business line | 1 250 426 5222 |
I just need to talk to someone
Email counselling for youth – regional
The Youthtalk program provides email counselling, information and referrals by professional counsellors in a secure and confidential format, for a variety of youth issues. This service is offered through the Pacific Centre on Vancouver Island
About | The Youthtalk program provides email counselling, information and referrals by professional counsellors in a secure and confidential format, for a variety of youth issues. This service is offered through the Pacific Centre on Vancouver Island |
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youthtalk@pcfsa.org | |
website | http://www.pacificcentrefamilyservices.org/email-youth-counselling |
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
All Local – Golden Youth Centre – Golden Youth Network
A free, fun and respectful space for those 12-18.
About | A free, fun and respectful space for those 12-18. Drop-in: WIFI, computers, fireplace, pool table, Foosball, computers, music, movies and more |
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Hours |
Wednesday and Friday 3:15 - 7:00 pm |
PHONE Youth Network Coordinator | 250-939-8948 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Main floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | http://www.goldencommunityresources.ca/youth-centre.html |
Youth Center Facebook page | https://www.facebook.com/Goldenyouthcentre/ |
All Local – Golden Women’s Resource Centre
A safe and positive place for women and girls to get support, access services, relax and unwind
About |
A safe and positive place for women and girls to get support, access services, relax and unwind
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Hours |
Hours : Monday - Friday 10:00 am. - 4:00 pm. Thursday 10:30 - 4:00 Closed weekends and civic holidays |
PHONE | 250-344-5317 |
Address | 419C Avenue North Golden Next to Brent's Board shop |
website | http://www.goldenwomencentre.ca/ |
Anxiety Canada
Living with too much anxiety? Resources, Results, Relief. 24/7.
About | Living with too much anxiety? Resources, Results, Relief. Create an Anxiety Plan for you. Use the MindShift app - located on the website. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 310-6789 |
website | https://www.anxietycanada.com/?_ga=2.220073689.1500972625.1635454555-1423410712.1635454555 |
KUU-US Crisis Services Line
For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. 24/7.
About | For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 1-800-KUU-US-17 (1-800-588-8717) |
website | http://www.kuu-uscrisisline.ca/services-programs/24-hour-crisis-line/ |
MCFD Child and Youth Help Line
24/7 after hours and emergency service for children & youth and for those who are concerned about them.
About | A 24 hour comprehensive help line for Children and Youth and for those who are concerned about them, including after hours /emergency service. MCFD - Ministry of Children and Family Development |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-1234 |
Mental Health Support Line
This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal. 24/7.
About | This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal 24/7. Crisis line workers are trained to help provide emotional support as well as mental health information and resources. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-6789 |
Youth in BC
Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources.
About | Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources. |
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Hours |
1:00 pm - 2:00 am (MST) |
website | http://www.YouthInBC.com |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
Youth Crisis Line
Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. 24/7.
About | Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-866-661-3311 |
website | https://crisiscentre.bc.ca |
I have mental health questions
Child Anxiety – Phone based coaching service for parents of kids with anxiety
Confident Parents: Thriving Kids is a family-focused phone-based coaching service effective in reducing mild to moderate behavioural problems and promoting healthy child development in children ages 3-12.
About | Confident Parents: Thriving Kids is a family-focused phone-based coaching service effective in reducing mild to moderate behavioural problems and promoting healthy child development in children ages 3-12. Through a series of 6 to 14 weekly coaching sessions, along with exercises and workbooks, trained coaches empower parents and/or caregivers to learn effective skills and techniques that support social skills and cooperation in their child Offered at no cost to BC families, and coaches are available to speak with parents during day, evening and weekend hours to meet each family’s needs. You need a referral from your doctor. |
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Hours |
By referral from your doctor. |
Golden Medical Clinic PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
website | https://cmha.bc.ca/programs-services/confident-parents-thriving-kids/ |
camh – Mental Health and Addiction Index
Learn the signs, symptoms, definitions and other important facts about mental illness conditions, disorders, substances, medications and therapies.
About | Learn the signs, symptoms, definitions and other important facts about mental illness conditions, disorders, substances, medications and therapies. 24/7 phone service |
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PHONE Toll-free, staffed 24/7 | 1-800-463-2338 |
website | https://www.camh.ca/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index?query=*&facets=filter_tags:EC6B6B756D0141E9AEF735C3D05FFBDA |
Psychosis – Early Psychosis Intervention
BC early psychosis information online
About |
BC early psychosis information online
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website | https://www.earlypsychosis.ca/ |
Foundry
Foundry offers health and wellness resources, services and supports for young people ages 12-24. Information, self-checks, tips, apps & tools, resources and stories
About | A website to help children, youth and young adults in BC to connect to mental health resources and support. You will find information, self-checks, tips, apps & tools, resources and stories from other young people (This site used to be called Mindcheck) [social_links] Get the Foundry App! |
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website - Foundrybc.ca is powered by BC Children’s Hospital | https://foundrybc.ca/ |
Social |
All local – Autism Spectrum
Local Autism Spectrum support services and referral.
About | Local staff in the Children and Youth with Special Needs (CYSN) program can help you find out what services might be available to you and can provide information, referral and support. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:30 |
PHONE | 250-344-7773 |
Address | 1104 9th Street South Across from Wolf’s Den |
website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/data-monitoring-quality-assurance/find-services-for-children-teens-families/sda-golden?keyword=special&keyword=needs&keyword=services&keyword=Golden&keyword=BC |
Family Smart
The FamilySmart website has information and tools for youth with mental health challenges and their families.
About | FamilySmart™ is about achieving better mental health outcomes for children and youth. The FamilySmart website has information and tools for youth and their families. |
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PHONE free | 1-855-887-8004 |
website | http://www.familysmart.ca |
Kelty Mental Health
Mental Health and Substance Use information, resources and peer support to children, youth and their families
About | The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre is a provincial resource centre that provides mental health and substance use information, resources, and peer support to children, youth and their families from across BC. We also provide peer support to people of all ages with eating disorders. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | Toll Free 1-800-665-1822 |
website | http://keltymentalhealth.ca/youth-and-young-adults |
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
Mindyourmind.ca
Mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet.
About | Mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet. We work with community partners and young people aged 14 to 29 to co-create interactive tools and innovative resources to build capacity and resilience. Help, Information, Tools, Blog, Expression, Interviews, Design Labs Lots of stuff on wellness |
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website | https://mindyourmind.ca/ |
Residential psychiatric assessment services ( Adolescent Psychiatric Unit – regional )
The APU provides assessment and treatment planning for youth from 12 to 18 years of age
About | The Adolescent Psychiatric Unit provides assessment and treatment planning for youth from 12 to 18 years of age. We are all here to provide you and your family with tools to help cope with life’s struggles… what’s buggin’ ya. Accessed through CYMH ( Child and Youth Mental Health ) by referral. |
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Hours |
by CYMH referral, 2-4 week stay |
PHONE Golden CYMH | 250 344 7575 |
Address | Kelowna |
download APU information booklet | https://www.interiorhealth.ca/YourCare/MentalHealthSubstanceUse/Documents/APU%20-%20A%20Guide%20to%20the%20APU.pdf |
Psychiatric consultation – regional
Access through local referral from Child and Youth Mental Health
About | Access through referral from CYMH (Child and Youth Mental Health) |
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Hours |
CYMH Walk-in Intake: Tuesday 9:00 – 12:00 Regular opening hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 – 4:30 |
PHONE | 250-344-7773 |
Address | CYMH 1104 9th Street South Across from Wolf’s Den |
All Local – Youth substance use counselling – East Kootenay Addiction Services Society EKASS
Free and confidential counselling for youth dealing with their own or someone else's addiction or substance misuse.
About | Free and confidential counselling for children and youth dealing with their own or someone else's addiction or substance misuse. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website East Kootenay Addictions | http://www.ekass.com/ |
website Golden Family Center | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/substance-abuse-and-addiction-services-for-youth |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
All Local – Child and Youth Mental Health Golden
Assessment and treatment for children and youth with mental health challenges.
About |
Walk-in Intake Clinic, no appointment needed. Services available include:
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Hours |
Walk-in Intake: Tuesday 9:00 - 12:00 Regular opening hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30 |
PHONE | 250 344 7773 |
Address | 1104 9th St South, Golden Across from Wolf's Den |
website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/child-teen-mental-health |
Anxiety Canada
Living with too much anxiety? Resources, Results, Relief. 24/7.
About | Living with too much anxiety? Resources, Results, Relief. Create an Anxiety Plan for you. Use the MindShift app - located on the website. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 310-6789 |
website | https://www.anxietycanada.com/?_ga=2.220073689.1500972625.1635454555-1423410712.1635454555 |
All Local – Golden Medical Clinic
Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors.
About | Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
Mental Health Support Line
This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal. 24/7.
About | This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal 24/7. Crisis line workers are trained to help provide emotional support as well as mental health information and resources. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-6789 |
Suicide Help Line
Please call. You are not alone. 24/7.
About | Please call. You are not alone. Support available in 140 languages. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-SUICIDE |
PHONE free | 1-800-784-2433 |
Youth Crisis Line
Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. 24/7.
About | Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-866-661-3311 |
website | https://crisiscentre.bc.ca |
I’m worried about my health
BC Healthy Kids – basic dental, prescription eye wear and hearing instruments
Basic dental care, prescription eye wear, hearing instruments for children of low-income families.
About |
Through the Healthy Kids Program, children of low-income families can get help with the costs of:
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PHONE Toll-free | 1-866-866-0800 |
Website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/healthy-women-children/child-teen-health/dental-eyeglasses?keyword=BC&keyword=Healthy&keyword=Kids |
All Local – Eating Disorders
Local access to assessment and treatment planning
About | Local access to assessment and treatment planning. Connected with Cranbrook pediatricians and the BC Children’s Hospital. Contact Child and Youth Mental Health or the Golden Medical Clinic |
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PHONE Child and Youth Mental Health | 250 344 7575 |
PHONE Golden Medical Clinic | 250 344 2211 |
Address | Child and Youth Mental Health 1104 9th Street South Across from Wolf's Den |
Address | Golden Medical Clinic 826 9th Street South |
Healthlink BC
Health information - speak with a nurse anytime of the day or night
About | HealthLink BC can help you with health information, help you navigate the health care system and find health services across the province, or connect you with a registered nurse, registered dietitian, qualified exercise professional, or pharmacist. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 811 |
website | https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/navigation-services |
All local – TREKK – Therapeutic Rehabilitation for East Kootenay Kids
Occupational and Physical Therapy for emotional, sensory and physical limitations.
About | Occupational and Physical Therapy for emotional, sensory processing and physical limitations - to promote independence and participation in everyday life. Available in Golden. |
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Hours |
by appointment |
PHONE | 1-250-420-2298 |
trekk@interiorhealth.ca | trekk@interiorhealth.ca |
All Local – Golden Food Bank
Food Hamper Pick-Up days are: Mondays 4:00 – 6:00 pm and Wednesdays 9:30 am – 12:30 pm (Closed on Holiday Mondays) First Visit to the Food Bank… Register on any Wednesday or Monday during our hamper distribution hours. We will need information about your residency here in Golden, employment status and number of people in your …
About | Food Hamper Pick-Up days are: Mondays 4:00 - 6:00 pm and Wednesdays 9:30 am - 12:30 pm (Closed on Holiday Mondays) First Visit to the Food Bank... Register on any Wednesday or Monday during our hamper distribution hours. We will need information about your residency here in Golden, employment status and number of people in your household. We will also require identification for EACH member of your household. Please be sure to bring these things with you on your first visit to the Golden Food Bank. |
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Hours |
Mondays 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Wednesdays 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2113 |
Address | 1115 9th Street South Next to the Wolf's Den |
website | https://www.goldenfoodbank.ca/contact.html |
ANKORS – regional
AIDS Network, Outreach and Support Society
About | For those living with and at the greatest risk of acquiring HIV/ AIDS and/ or HCV, who have difficulty obtaining services elsewhere, especially due to substance use, mental illness, sexual orientation, gender identity, race and ethnicity, and/ or other social barriers. Trans connect - support and resources for Transgender and Gender Variant folks in the East and West Kootenays. |
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PHONE | 1-800-421-AIDS |
PHONE | 1-800-421-2437 |
Address | #209 - 16th Ave. North Cranbrook BC VOA 1HO |
website | http://ankors.bc.ca/ |
All Local – Golden Harm Reduction
Harm reduction supplies and Naloxone kits are available through the Public Health Unit at the hospital.
About | Harm reduction supplies and Naloxone kits are available through the Public Health Unit at the hospital. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Closed over lunch from noon - 1:00 pm) |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | Public Health Unit - Golden Health Centre 835 9th. Ave South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
All Local – Golden OPT Clinic
About |
OPT - Options for Sexual Health.
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Hours |
Drop in 1st & 3rd Wednesday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. |
PHONE (only during OPT clinic hours) | 250-272-9977 |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | 835 9th Ave South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
website | https://www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/providers/opt-golden |
All Local – Public Health Unit – Golden
Confidential - birth control, pregnancy testing, harm reduction supplies, mother & child health
About |
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Hours |
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Closed over lunch from noon - 1:00 pm) |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | Public Health Unit - Golden Health Centre 835 9th Avenue South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
All Local – Golden and District Hospital
24/7 Services include inpatient, obstetrics, and emergency
About | Acute and Emergency Care |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 250 344 5271 |
Address | 835 9th Street North |
All Local – Child and Youth with Diverse Needs
Specialized service and funding options for children or youth who have diverse needs and their families.
About | Services for At-Home Medical Assistance; Intellectual disabilities; Autism Spectrum disorder; Complex health needs. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 8:30-4:30 |
PHONE | 250 344 7773 |
Address | 1104 9th St. South Across from Wolf's Den |
website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/data-monitoring-quality-assurance/find-services-for-children-teens-families/sda-golden?keyword=special&keyword=needs&keyword=services&keyword=Golden&keyword=BC |
BC Drug and Poison Information Centre
If you suspect someone has been poisoned by a medicine, chemical or other substance. 24/7.
About | If you suspect someone has been poisoned by a medicine, chemical or other substance. If someone is unconscious, having a seizure, difficulty breathing or chest pain, immediately call 9-1-1. Separate Drug Information Line for BC healthcare professionals: 1-866-298-5909 (Monday - Friday; 9:00 - 4:00) |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 1-800-567-8911 |
website | http://www.dpic.org/ |
All Local – Golden Medical Clinic
Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors.
About | Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
I lost someone I love
All Local – Golden Hospice Society
Support in times of grief
About | The trained volunteers of the Golden Hospice Society provide support to individuals and families facing a terminal diagnosis. The Hospice Society volunteers also provide support to those who are grieving the death of a person close to them. |
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Hours |
Monday and Thursday 1:00 - 3:00 pm |
PHONE | 250-439-9569 |
Address | 1401 9th Street South At the Golden Seniors Centre |
goldenhospicehelps@gmail.com |
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
Mental Health Support Line
This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal. 24/7.
About | This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal 24/7. Crisis line workers are trained to help provide emotional support as well as mental health information and resources. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-6789 |
Youth in BC
Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources.
About | Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources. |
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Hours |
1:00 pm - 2:00 am (MST) |
website | http://www.YouthInBC.com |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
Youth Crisis Line
Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. 24/7.
About | Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-866-661-3311 |
website | https://crisiscentre.bc.ca |
Drugs and alcohol
camh – Mental Health and Addiction Index
Learn the signs, symptoms, definitions and other important facts about mental illness conditions, disorders, substances, medications and therapies.
About | Learn the signs, symptoms, definitions and other important facts about mental illness conditions, disorders, substances, medications and therapies. 24/7 phone service |
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PHONE Toll-free, staffed 24/7 | 1-800-463-2338 |
website | https://www.camh.ca/health-info/mental-illness-and-addiction-index?query=*&facets=filter_tags:EC6B6B756D0141E9AEF735C3D05FFBDA |
Cannabasics
Information package on cannabis
About |
Information package on cannabis
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https://www.cpha.ca/sites/default/files/uploads/resources/cannabis/cannabasics-2018-fact-sheets-e.pdf |
Alcoholics Anonymous Golden
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women of ALL AGES, whose purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety - Youth are welcome
About |
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women of ALL AGES, Youth are Welcome.
Click website below for meeting times and locations.
They share their experience, strength and hope with each other so that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Everything shared is kept confidential. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. The purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.
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website | https://www.bcyukonaa.org/_pub/meetings/districts/dist_sql.php |
FASD – Regional
CYSN in Golden can connect you with an FASD Key Worker at Axis Family Resources.
About | Axis Family Resources in Cranbrook offers FASD Key Worker Support for families. The Child and Youth with Special Needs program (CYSN) in Golden can help you get connected with Axis in Cranbrook or you can call the program in Cranbrook yourself. |
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PHONE Cranbrook Axis Family Resources | 1-250-489-4074 ext 621 |
PHONE Golden Child and Youth with Special Needs (CYSN) | 250-344-7773 |
Address | Axis Family Resources: 125 – 10th Avenue South, Cranbrook, BC V1C 2N1 |
Address | Golden CYSN: 1104 9th St. South Across from Wolf’s Den |
Healthlink BC
Health information - speak with a nurse anytime of the day or night
About | HealthLink BC can help you with health information, help you navigate the health care system and find health services across the province, or connect you with a registered nurse, registered dietitian, qualified exercise professional, or pharmacist. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 811 |
website | https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/navigation-services |
Kelty Mental Health
Mental Health and Substance Use information, resources and peer support to children, youth and their families
About | The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre is a provincial resource centre that provides mental health and substance use information, resources, and peer support to children, youth and their families from across BC. We also provide peer support to people of all ages with eating disorders. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | Toll Free 1-800-665-1822 |
website | http://keltymentalhealth.ca/youth-and-young-adults |
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
Detox – regional
The Golden youth substance use counsellor can help you access detox.
About | The Golden youth substance use counsellor can help you access detox. The youth substance use counsellor works for the East Kootenay Addiction Services Society (EKASS) but has an office at the Golden Family Center. |
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Hours |
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 am. Please call or drop by to make an appointment. |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
PHONE free | 1-877-489-4344 |
Address | 421 – 9th Avenue North Second floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
Alcohol & Drug Information and Referral services – regional
Free, confidential information and referral services for anyone with any kind of substance use issue
About | Free, confidential information and referral services for anyone with any kind of substance use issue. |
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PHONE | 1-800-663-1441 |
All Local – Youth substance use counselling – East Kootenay Addiction Services Society EKASS
Free and confidential counselling for youth dealing with their own or someone else's addiction or substance misuse.
About | Free and confidential counselling for children and youth dealing with their own or someone else's addiction or substance misuse. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website East Kootenay Addictions | http://www.ekass.com/ |
website Golden Family Center | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/substance-abuse-and-addiction-services-for-youth |
All Local – Golden Harm Reduction
Harm reduction supplies and Naloxone kits are available through the Public Health Unit at the hospital.
About | Harm reduction supplies and Naloxone kits are available through the Public Health Unit at the hospital. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Closed over lunch from noon - 1:00 pm) |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | Public Health Unit - Golden Health Centre 835 9th. Ave South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
All Local – Public Health Unit – Golden
Confidential - birth control, pregnancy testing, harm reduction supplies, mother & child health
About |
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Hours |
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Closed over lunch from noon - 1:00 pm) |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | Public Health Unit - Golden Health Centre 835 9th Avenue South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
BC Drug and Poison Information Centre
If you suspect someone has been poisoned by a medicine, chemical or other substance. 24/7.
About | If you suspect someone has been poisoned by a medicine, chemical or other substance. If someone is unconscious, having a seizure, difficulty breathing or chest pain, immediately call 9-1-1. Separate Drug Information Line for BC healthcare professionals: 1-866-298-5909 (Monday - Friday; 9:00 - 4:00) |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 1-800-567-8911 |
website | http://www.dpic.org/ |
All Local – Golden Medical Clinic
Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors.
About | Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
East Kootenay Crisis Line
Crisis Line for children, youth and adults. 24/7.
About | Crisis Line for children, youth and adults – serving the entire East Kootenay region including Golden. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1 888 353 2273 |
PHONE business line | 1 250 426 5222 |
Bullying and violence
Is That Legal? – what the law says about harassment and abuse
This booklet explains what the law says about five common online situations that young people may experience.
About | This booklet explains what the law says about five common online situations that young people may experience. |
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Online resource | http://www.westcoastleaf.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Is-That-Legal_Web-Version.pdf |
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
Needhelpnow.ca – internet history, cyberbullying
NeedHelpNow.ca helps teens stop the spread of sexual pictures or videos and provides support along the way.
About |
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website | https://needhelpnow.ca/app/en |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
All Local – SAIP – Sexual Abuse Intervention Program – Golden Family Center
Counselling and therapy for children and youth who have experienced sexual abuse, and their family members.
About | Counselling and therapy for children and youth who have experienced sexual abuse, and their family members. |
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Hours |
Monday to Thursday - please call for an intake appointment. |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/sexual-abuse-intervention-program |
All local – PEACE program – Golden Family Center
Counselling and support for children and youth aged 4 to 18, who have been affected by abuse, and/or who have witnessed abuse, assault, threats or violence in their home or family.
About | The PEACE program offers Counselling and support for children and youth aged 4 to 18, who have been affected by abuse, and/or who have witnessed abuse, assault, threats or violence in the home. The program also offers supportive services to the child or youth's parents/caregivers. PEACE stands for: Prevention, Education, Advocacy, Counselling, Empowerment. The PEACE program used to be called the CWWA program. |
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Hours |
Monday to Thursday - please call for an intake appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th. Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/children-who-witness-abuse |
All Local – Victim Services Golden – RCMP
Emotional and practical support to victims of crime and trauma
About |
Emotional and practical support to victims of crime and trauma
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PHONE | 250-344-3920 |
Address | 1419-11th. Ave North |
website | http://www.goldencommunityresources.ca/victim-services.html |
All Local – Golden Safe Homes and Crisis Line
Emergency shelter for women and children fleeing violence. 24/7.
About |
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Hours |
24 hours a day, 7 days per week, 365 days a year Office hours Monday to Friday 10:00am. - 4:00pm. Thursday 10:30 - 4:00pm. |
PHONE | 250-344-2101 |
Address | 419C 9th Avenue North Next to Brent's Boardshop *Only open during office hours |
website | http://www.goldenwomencentre.ca/contact--hours.html |
All Local – Golden Women’s Resource Centre
A safe and positive place for women and girls to get support, access services, relax and unwind
About |
A safe and positive place for women and girls to get support, access services, relax and unwind
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Hours |
Hours : Monday - Friday 10:00 am. - 4:00 pm. Thursday 10:30 - 4:00 Closed weekends and civic holidays |
PHONE | 250-344-5317 |
Address | 419C Avenue North Golden Next to Brent's Board shop |
website | http://www.goldenwomencentre.ca/ |
KUU-US Crisis Services Line
For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. 24/7.
About | For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 1-800-KUU-US-17 (1-800-588-8717) |
website | http://www.kuu-uscrisisline.ca/services-programs/24-hour-crisis-line/ |
MCFD Child and Youth Help Line
24/7 after hours and emergency service for children & youth and for those who are concerned about them.
About | A 24 hour comprehensive help line for Children and Youth and for those who are concerned about them, including after hours /emergency service. MCFD - Ministry of Children and Family Development |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-1234 |
VictimLink Help Line
Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. 24/7. Phone and text.
About | Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. Support available in over 110 languages. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-563-0808 |
TTY accessible at PHONE | 604-875-0885 |
PHONE text | 1-800-563-0808 |
To call collect, call the Telus Relay Service at PHONE | 711 |
email: EMAIL | VictimLinkBC@bc211.ca |
Youth Against Violence Line
Are you in danger? Is someone you know being threatened? Want to make a difference? 24/7.
About | If you're in any way concerned about your safety or the safety of others, we can help. Anything you say is kept completely confidential and you remain totally anonymous - we don't have call display either. And, because the YAV Line is a multilingual service, we can talk to you in your language. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-680-4264 |
Text: PHONE | 1-604-836-6381 |
TTY: PHONE | 1-604-875-0885 |
website | http://www.youthagainstviolenceline.com |
Mental Health Support Line
This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal. 24/7.
About | This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal 24/7. Crisis line workers are trained to help provide emotional support as well as mental health information and resources. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-6789 |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
Youth Crisis Line
Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. 24/7.
About | Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-866-661-3311 |
website | https://crisiscentre.bc.ca |
East Kootenay Crisis Line
Crisis Line for children, youth and adults. 24/7.
About | Crisis Line for children, youth and adults – serving the entire East Kootenay region including Golden. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1 888 353 2273 |
PHONE business line | 1 250 426 5222 |
RCMP Police
RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. 24/7.
About | RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
Call PHONE in an emergency | 911 |
PHONE non-emergency | 250 344 2221 |
Address | 1419 11th Ave North, Golden |
Sexual assault
Is That Legal? – what the law says about harassment and abuse
This booklet explains what the law says about five common online situations that young people may experience.
About | This booklet explains what the law says about five common online situations that young people may experience. |
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Online resource | http://www.westcoastleaf.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Is-That-Legal_Web-Version.pdf |
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
A1. Rape crisis line
If you have been sexually assaulted, we can support you. 24/7.
About | Women Against Violence Against Women ( WAVAW ) Rape Crisis Centre, Vancouver Call us. Free and confidential. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-877-392-7583 |
PHONE | 1-604-255-6344 |
website | http://www.wavaw.ca/ |
Needhelpnow.ca – internet history, cyberbullying
NeedHelpNow.ca helps teens stop the spread of sexual pictures or videos and provides support along the way.
About |
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website | https://needhelpnow.ca/app/en |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
All Local – SAIP – Sexual Abuse Intervention Program – Golden Family Center
Counselling and therapy for children and youth who have experienced sexual abuse, and their family members.
About | Counselling and therapy for children and youth who have experienced sexual abuse, and their family members. |
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Hours |
Monday to Thursday - please call for an intake appointment. |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/sexual-abuse-intervention-program |
All local – PEACE program – Golden Family Center
Counselling and support for children and youth aged 4 to 18, who have been affected by abuse, and/or who have witnessed abuse, assault, threats or violence in their home or family.
About | The PEACE program offers Counselling and support for children and youth aged 4 to 18, who have been affected by abuse, and/or who have witnessed abuse, assault, threats or violence in the home. The program also offers supportive services to the child or youth's parents/caregivers. PEACE stands for: Prevention, Education, Advocacy, Counselling, Empowerment. The PEACE program used to be called the CWWA program. |
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Hours |
Monday to Thursday - please call for an intake appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th. Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/children-who-witness-abuse |
All Local – Victim Services Golden – RCMP
Emotional and practical support to victims of crime and trauma
About |
Emotional and practical support to victims of crime and trauma
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PHONE | 250-344-3920 |
Address | 1419-11th. Ave North |
website | http://www.goldencommunityresources.ca/victim-services.html |
All Local – Golden Women’s Resource Centre
A safe and positive place for women and girls to get support, access services, relax and unwind
About |
A safe and positive place for women and girls to get support, access services, relax and unwind
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Hours |
Hours : Monday - Friday 10:00 am. - 4:00 pm. Thursday 10:30 - 4:00 Closed weekends and civic holidays |
PHONE | 250-344-5317 |
Address | 419C Avenue North Golden Next to Brent's Board shop |
website | http://www.goldenwomencentre.ca/ |
All Local – Golden OPT Clinic
About |
OPT - Options for Sexual Health.
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Hours |
Drop in 1st & 3rd Wednesday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. |
PHONE (only during OPT clinic hours) | 250-272-9977 |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | 835 9th Ave South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
website | https://www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/providers/opt-golden |
All Local – Public Health Unit – Golden
Confidential - birth control, pregnancy testing, harm reduction supplies, mother & child health
About |
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Hours |
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Closed over lunch from noon - 1:00 pm) |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | Public Health Unit - Golden Health Centre 835 9th Avenue South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
All Local – Golden and District Hospital
24/7 Services include inpatient, obstetrics, and emergency
About | Acute and Emergency Care |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 250 344 5271 |
Address | 835 9th Street North |
All Local – Golden Medical Clinic
Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors.
About | Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
VictimLink Help Line
Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. 24/7. Phone and text.
About | Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. Support available in over 110 languages. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-563-0808 |
TTY accessible at PHONE | 604-875-0885 |
PHONE text | 1-800-563-0808 |
To call collect, call the Telus Relay Service at PHONE | 711 |
email: EMAIL | VictimLinkBC@bc211.ca |
Youth Against Violence Line
Are you in danger? Is someone you know being threatened? Want to make a difference? 24/7.
About | If you're in any way concerned about your safety or the safety of others, we can help. Anything you say is kept completely confidential and you remain totally anonymous - we don't have call display either. And, because the YAV Line is a multilingual service, we can talk to you in your language. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-680-4264 |
Text: PHONE | 1-604-836-6381 |
TTY: PHONE | 1-604-875-0885 |
website | http://www.youthagainstviolenceline.com |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
Youth Crisis Line
Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. 24/7.
About | Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-866-661-3311 |
website | https://crisiscentre.bc.ca |
East Kootenay Crisis Line
Crisis Line for children, youth and adults. 24/7.
About | Crisis Line for children, youth and adults – serving the entire East Kootenay region including Golden. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1 888 353 2273 |
PHONE business line | 1 250 426 5222 |
RCMP Police
RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. 24/7.
About | RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
Call PHONE in an emergency | 911 |
PHONE non-emergency | 250 344 2221 |
Address | 1419 11th Ave North, Golden |
I have legal and police questions
Is That Legal? – what the law says about harassment and abuse
This booklet explains what the law says about five common online situations that young people may experience.
About | This booklet explains what the law says about five common online situations that young people may experience. |
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Online resource | http://www.westcoastleaf.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Is-That-Legal_Web-Version.pdf |
All local – Social Justice Advocate
Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming …
About | Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming and judgement-free space. |
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Hours |
The Advocate will be in the office for drop-in and/or appointments on Thursdays from 10am to 5pm. On other weekdays, the Advocate will remain available by phone or by email. |
PHONE | 250-439-9325 |
Address | Patlar Building - Across from Remax Second floor - co-located with theWorkBC office |
Address | You can also find the advocate at the Foodbank and at the Golden Women's Centre every now and then. |
advocate@goldencommunitycoop.ca | |
website | https://goldencommunitycoop.ca/programs/social-justice-advocate/ |
Child and Youth Legal Centre
The Child and Youth Legal Centre provides legal help for young people who are experiencing problems relating to family law, child protection, a breach of your human rights and many other legal issues.
About | The Child and Youth Legal Centre provides legal help for young people who are experiencing problems relating to family law, child protection, a breach of your human rights and many other legal issues. When you phone, an intake worker will listen to you and probably ask a few questions. Depending on what you need, you may be given an appointment with a lawyer. This program is offered by the Society for Children and Youth BC. |
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PHONE free | 1-877-462-0037 |
website | http://www.scyofbc.org/child-youth-legal-centre/#1510097968112-fc9f1f58-aba7 |
Needhelpnow.ca – internet history, cyberbullying
NeedHelpNow.ca helps teens stop the spread of sexual pictures or videos and provides support along the way.
About |
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website | https://needhelpnow.ca/app/en |
All Local – Victim Services Golden – RCMP
Emotional and practical support to victims of crime and trauma
About |
Emotional and practical support to victims of crime and trauma
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PHONE | 250-344-3920 |
Address | 1419-11th. Ave North |
website | http://www.goldencommunityresources.ca/victim-services.html |
VictimLink Help Line
Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. 24/7. Phone and text.
About | Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. Support available in over 110 languages. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-563-0808 |
TTY accessible at PHONE | 604-875-0885 |
PHONE text | 1-800-563-0808 |
To call collect, call the Telus Relay Service at PHONE | 711 |
email: EMAIL | VictimLinkBC@bc211.ca |
RCMP Police
RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. 24/7.
About | RCMP police officers ensure public safety and security, investigate crimes and enforce the law. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
Call PHONE in an emergency | 911 |
PHONE non-emergency | 250 344 2221 |
Address | 1419 11th Ave North, Golden |
There are problems In my family
Child and Youth Legal Centre
The Child and Youth Legal Centre provides legal help for young people who are experiencing problems relating to family law, child protection, a breach of your human rights and many other legal issues.
About | The Child and Youth Legal Centre provides legal help for young people who are experiencing problems relating to family law, child protection, a breach of your human rights and many other legal issues. When you phone, an intake worker will listen to you and probably ask a few questions. Depending on what you need, you may be given an appointment with a lawyer. This program is offered by the Society for Children and Youth BC. |
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PHONE free | 1-877-462-0037 |
website | http://www.scyofbc.org/child-youth-legal-centre/#1510097968112-fc9f1f58-aba7 |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
All local – PEACE program – Golden Family Center
Counselling and support for children and youth aged 4 to 18, who have been affected by abuse, and/or who have witnessed abuse, assault, threats or violence in their home or family.
About | The PEACE program offers Counselling and support for children and youth aged 4 to 18, who have been affected by abuse, and/or who have witnessed abuse, assault, threats or violence in the home. The program also offers supportive services to the child or youth's parents/caregivers. PEACE stands for: Prevention, Education, Advocacy, Counselling, Empowerment. The PEACE program used to be called the CWWA program. |
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Hours |
Monday to Thursday - please call for an intake appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th. Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/children-who-witness-abuse |
All Local – Family Support Services and Child Protection – Ministry of Children & Family Development – MCFD
Voluntary supportive services and child protection services. 24/7.
About | Voluntary supportive services and child protection services to support families to care safely for their children New requests for support or reports of child protection concerns can be made 24/7 by calling 1-800-663-9122 |
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Hours |
Regular hours : 8:30 am - noon and 1:00 - 4:30 pm. |
PHONE | 250-344-7773 |
PHONE free | 1-800-663-9122 |
Address | 1104 9th Street South across from Wolf's Den |
KUU-US Crisis Services Line
For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. 24/7.
About | For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 1-800-KUU-US-17 (1-800-588-8717) |
website | http://www.kuu-uscrisisline.ca/services-programs/24-hour-crisis-line/ |
MCFD Child and Youth Help Line
24/7 after hours and emergency service for children & youth and for those who are concerned about them.
About | A 24 hour comprehensive help line for Children and Youth and for those who are concerned about them, including after hours /emergency service. MCFD - Ministry of Children and Family Development |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-1234 |
VictimLink Help Line
Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. 24/7. Phone and text.
About | Immediate crisis support for victims of family violence or sexual violence. Information and referral services for all victims of crime. Support available in over 110 languages. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-800-563-0808 |
TTY accessible at PHONE | 604-875-0885 |
PHONE text | 1-800-563-0808 |
To call collect, call the Telus Relay Service at PHONE | 711 |
email: EMAIL | VictimLinkBC@bc211.ca |
Youth in BC
Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources.
About | Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources. |
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Hours |
1:00 pm - 2:00 am (MST) |
website | http://www.YouthInBC.com |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
Youth Crisis Line
Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. 24/7.
About | Here to listen. Here to help. Phone or chat. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-866-661-3311 |
website | https://crisiscentre.bc.ca |
East Kootenay Crisis Line
Crisis Line for children, youth and adults. 24/7.
About | Crisis Line for children, youth and adults – serving the entire East Kootenay region including Golden. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1 888 353 2273 |
PHONE business line | 1 250 426 5222 |
I think I may have an eating problem
All Local – Eating Disorders
Local access to assessment and treatment planning
About | Local access to assessment and treatment planning. Connected with Cranbrook pediatricians and the BC Children’s Hospital. Contact Child and Youth Mental Health or the Golden Medical Clinic |
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PHONE Child and Youth Mental Health | 250 344 7575 |
PHONE Golden Medical Clinic | 250 344 2211 |
Address | Child and Youth Mental Health 1104 9th Street South Across from Wolf's Den |
Address | Golden Medical Clinic 826 9th Street South |
Jessie’s Legacy
Eating disorders prevention and awareness
About | Eating disorders prevention and awareness |
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PHONE Call Joanna at ext. 349 | 604-988-5281 |
jessieslegacy@familyservices.bc.ca | |
website | http://jessieslegacy.com |
Kelty Mental Health
Mental Health and Substance Use information, resources and peer support to children, youth and their families
About | The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre is a provincial resource centre that provides mental health and substance use information, resources, and peer support to children, youth and their families from across BC. We also provide peer support to people of all ages with eating disorders. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | Toll Free 1-800-665-1822 |
website | http://keltymentalhealth.ca/youth-and-young-adults |
Mindyourmind.ca
Mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet.
About | Mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet. We work with community partners and young people aged 14 to 29 to co-create interactive tools and innovative resources to build capacity and resilience. Help, Information, Tools, Blog, Expression, Interviews, Design Labs Lots of stuff on wellness |
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website | https://mindyourmind.ca/ |
All Local – Parenting Help and Family Support – Golden Family Center
This program helps families build strength and develop positive relationships.
About | This program helps families build strength and develop positive relationships. Parents can access services at the Golden Family Center or in their own home. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call for an intake appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/parenting-family-support |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
All Local – Child and Youth Mental Health Golden
Assessment and treatment for children and youth with mental health challenges.
About |
Walk-in Intake Clinic, no appointment needed. Services available include:
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Hours |
Walk-in Intake: Tuesday 9:00 - 12:00 Regular opening hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30 |
PHONE | 250 344 7773 |
Address | 1104 9th St South, Golden Across from Wolf's Den |
website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/child-teen-mental-health |
All Local – Golden Medical Clinic
Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors.
About | Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
Mental Health Support Line
This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal. 24/7.
About | This number will connect you to your local BC crisis line without a wait or busy signal 24/7. Crisis line workers are trained to help provide emotional support as well as mental health information and resources. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-6789 |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
Sex
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
A1. Rape crisis line
If you have been sexually assaulted, we can support you. 24/7.
About | Women Against Violence Against Women ( WAVAW ) Rape Crisis Centre, Vancouver Call us. Free and confidential. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE free | 1-877-392-7583 |
PHONE | 1-604-255-6344 |
website | http://www.wavaw.ca/ |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
ANKORS – regional
AIDS Network, Outreach and Support Society
About | For those living with and at the greatest risk of acquiring HIV/ AIDS and/ or HCV, who have difficulty obtaining services elsewhere, especially due to substance use, mental illness, sexual orientation, gender identity, race and ethnicity, and/ or other social barriers. Trans connect - support and resources for Transgender and Gender Variant folks in the East and West Kootenays. |
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PHONE | 1-800-421-AIDS |
PHONE | 1-800-421-2437 |
Address | #209 - 16th Ave. North Cranbrook BC VOA 1HO |
website | http://ankors.bc.ca/ |
All Local – Golden OPT Clinic
About |
OPT - Options for Sexual Health.
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Hours |
Drop in 1st & 3rd Wednesday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. |
PHONE (only during OPT clinic hours) | 250-272-9977 |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | 835 9th Ave South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
website | https://www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/providers/opt-golden |
All Local – Public Health Unit – Golden
Confidential - birth control, pregnancy testing, harm reduction supplies, mother & child health
About |
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Hours |
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Closed over lunch from noon - 1:00 pm) |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | Public Health Unit - Golden Health Centre 835 9th Avenue South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
All Local – Golden Medical Clinic
Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors.
About | Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
|
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
LGTBQ+
PFLAG
PFLAG Canada is proud to be Canada’s only national organization that offers peer-to-peer support striving to help all Canadians with issues of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
About | PFLAG Canada is proud to be Canada’s only national organization that offers peer-to-peer support striving to help all Canadians with issues of sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. |
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Website | http://pflagcanada.ca/ |
PrideLine BC
Peer support, information and referrals for anyone in BC
About | Peer support, information and referrals for anyone in BC |
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Hours |
Available weeknights (Monday to Friday) from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm - Golden time |
PHONE free | 1-800-566-1170 |
Trans Lifeline
A hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people. 9:00 am - 3:00 am / Mountain Time
About | A hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people. |
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Hours |
9:00 am - 3:00 am Mountain Time |
PHONE free | 1-877-330-6366 |
website | https://www.translifeline.org/ |
Trans Care BC
Trans Care BC aims to enhance the coordination of trans health services and supports across the province, bringing gender-affirming care closer to home wherever possible.
About | Trans Care BC aims to enhance the coordination of trans health services and supports across the province, bringing gender-affirming care closer to home wherever possible. |
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PHONE free | 1-866-999-1514 |
transcarebc@phsa.ca | |
website | http://www.phsa.ca/our-services/programs-services/trans-care-bc |
Trans Connect – Regional
Trans Connect is a project that provides support and resources for Transgender and Gender Variant folks in the East and West Kootenays
About | Trans Connect is a project that provides support and resources for Transgender and Gender Variant folks in the East and West Kootenays. |
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PHONE | 1-250-354-5362 |
Address | Cranbrook and Nelson BC |
christopher@ankors.bc.ca | |
website | http://ankors.bc.ca/trans-connect/ |
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
All Local – Youth Counselling – Golden Family Center
Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready.
About | Counselling services for youth. Youth can access services on their own, if they feel ready. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call or drop by to make an appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/youth-counselling |
ANKORS – regional
AIDS Network, Outreach and Support Society
About | For those living with and at the greatest risk of acquiring HIV/ AIDS and/ or HCV, who have difficulty obtaining services elsewhere, especially due to substance use, mental illness, sexual orientation, gender identity, race and ethnicity, and/ or other social barriers. Trans connect - support and resources for Transgender and Gender Variant folks in the East and West Kootenays. |
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PHONE | 1-800-421-AIDS |
PHONE | 1-800-421-2437 |
Address | #209 - 16th Ave. North Cranbrook BC VOA 1HO |
website | http://ankors.bc.ca/ |
All Local – Gay – Straight Alliance at GSS
The Gay-Straight Alliance at Golden Secondary School has been active for years. Come and join us.
About | The Gay-Straight Alliance at Golden Secondary School has been active for years. Come and join us. |
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PHONE | 250-344-2201 |
Address | Golden Secondary School 1500 9th Street South |
website | GoldenSecondary@sd6.bc.ca |
All Local – Golden OPT Clinic
About |
OPT - Options for Sexual Health.
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Hours |
Drop in 1st & 3rd Wednesday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. |
PHONE (only during OPT clinic hours) | 250-272-9977 |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | 835 9th Ave South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
website | https://www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/providers/opt-golden |
All Local – Golden Medical Clinic
Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors.
About | Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
First nations support
All Local – Metis Nation Columbia River
A Metis cultural alliance and support in the community of Golden for all Indigenous people.
About | A Metis cultural alliance and support in the community of Golden for all Indigenous people. |
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Hours |
Various activities and services at different times |
PHONE | 250 344 5508 |
PHONE | 250 344 6981 |
website | http://www.metisyouthbc.com/ |
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm - 1 am.
About | Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online between the hours of 7:00 pm and 1:00 am (Mountain Time). All volunteers are trained in emotional support and crisis response. All volunteers are also certified in ASIST Suicide First Aid. They provide a welcoming and inclusive space for all. They strive to be LGBTQQIP2SAA-friendly and Trans-Inclusive. E-Counseling services also available. |
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Hours |
7:00 pm - 1:00 am (MST) 7 days a week |
Text 778 783 0177 | 778 783 0177 |
Online-Chat | http://youthspace.ca/ |
All Local – Child and Youth Mental Health Golden
Assessment and treatment for children and youth with mental health challenges.
About |
Walk-in Intake Clinic, no appointment needed. Services available include:
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Hours |
Walk-in Intake: Tuesday 9:00 - 12:00 Regular opening hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 4:30 |
PHONE | 250 344 7773 |
Address | 1104 9th St South, Golden Across from Wolf's Den |
website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/mental-health-substance-use/child-teen-mental-health |
KUU-US Crisis Services Line
For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. 24/7.
About | For children and youth. Culturally safe support services for First Nations and Indigenous people. |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE | 1-800-KUU-US-17 (1-800-588-8717) |
website | http://www.kuu-uscrisisline.ca/services-programs/24-hour-crisis-line/ |
MCFD Child and Youth Help Line
24/7 after hours and emergency service for children & youth and for those who are concerned about them.
About | A 24 hour comprehensive help line for Children and Youth and for those who are concerned about them, including after hours /emergency service. MCFD - Ministry of Children and Family Development |
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE (no area code needed) free | 310-1234 |
Youth in BC
Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources.
About | Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources. |
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Hours |
1:00 pm - 2:00 am (MST) |
website | http://www.YouthInBC.com |
We are young parents
All Local – Wednesday Drop-in Counselling Clinic
Confidential, free, individual sessions
About |
Call us early Wednesday mornings to book your session.
What is Drop-In Counselling
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Hours |
Every Wednesday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | At the Golden Family Center 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building – across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/drop-in-counselling-clinic/ |
Family Navigator program – Canadian Mental Health Association – CMHA
The Family Navigator helps parents and caregivers navigate the mental health/substance use system.
About | The Interior Region Family Navigator works with CMHA branches throughout the Interior region. A Family Navigator helps parents and caregivers navigate the mental health/substance use system and helps parents and caregivers access community supports for their family. The Family Navigator will reply to your message within 48 hours and, if appropriate, follow up with a caregivers assessment in person or via Skype. If you live in a rural area and/or do not have regular access to a computer, you can click here and download an online caregiver’s assessment and submit the form by email or fax. |
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PHONE | 1-844-234-6663 |
family.navigator@cmha.bc.ca | |
website | http://cmhakelowna.com/bc-family-navigator/ |
All Local – CBAL – Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
Basic reading, writing and computer help; one-to-one help with forms; Job skills workshops and much more.
About |
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Hours |
Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
PHONE | 250-439-9665 |
Address | #107 421 9th Ave North, Golden Main floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
website | http://www.cbal.org/golden.html |
Family Smart
The FamilySmart website has information and tools for youth with mental health challenges and their families.
About | FamilySmart™ is about achieving better mental health outcomes for children and youth. The FamilySmart website has information and tools for youth and their families. |
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PHONE free | 1-855-887-8004 |
website | http://www.familysmart.ca |
All Local – Golden CCRR – Child Care Resource & Referral
Referrals to child care, calendar of Early Years programs and events, Early Childhood toy library and much more
All Local – Early Years Centre Golden
A warm and inviting place for kids and families - we have toys, coffee, comfy couches and a change table.
About |
The Golden Early Years Centre is a warm, inviting, inclusive place for children and families to learn and grow together.
Come in for free coffee, comfy couches and lots of toys. We have a big washroom with a change table.
We offer scheduled programs, unscheduled drop-in time, pamphlets, posters, calendars and a library of other printed materials and resources. The toy lending library and CCRR are right next door.
Ages & Stages Questionnaire clinics are offered on the last Thursday of every month from 10-12pm, to provide parents with current information and age-appropriate information on their child's developmental milestones.
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Hours |
Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - noon and 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-4996 |
Address | 423 9th. Avenue North, Golden Main floor Patlar Building - across from ReMax |
All Local – Family Counselling – Golden Family Center
This program can help address a number of family issues: Relationship between parents Parent-child or parent-teen conflict Challenges of living in a step-family or blended family Challenges of being a new parent Concerns about attachment with your child [social_links]
About |
This program can help address a number of family issues:
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call for an intake appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/family-counselling |
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All Local – Parenting Help and Family Support – Golden Family Center
This program helps families build strength and develop positive relationships.
About | This program helps families build strength and develop positive relationships. Parents can access services at the Golden Family Center or in their own home. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call for an intake appointment |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/parenting-family-support |
All Local – Infant Development Program – Golden Family Center
Support services for young children – birth to three years old – who have a delay in their development or who are at risk for a delay in their development. This service is also for very young children who have been diagnosed with a disability or who have a medical condition.
About |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday - please call for an intake appointment. |
PHONE | 250-344-2000 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Second floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | https://goldenfamilycenter.bc.ca/infant-development-overview |
All Local – Family Support Services and Child Protection – Ministry of Children & Family Development – MCFD
Voluntary supportive services and child protection services. 24/7.
About | Voluntary supportive services and child protection services to support families to care safely for their children New requests for support or reports of child protection concerns can be made 24/7 by calling 1-800-663-9122 |
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Hours |
Regular hours : 8:30 am - noon and 1:00 - 4:30 pm. |
PHONE | 250-344-7773 |
PHONE free | 1-800-663-9122 |
Address | 1104 9th Street South across from Wolf's Den |
All Local – Public Health Unit – Golden
Confidential - birth control, pregnancy testing, harm reduction supplies, mother & child health
About |
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Hours |
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm (Closed over lunch from noon - 1:00 pm) |
PHONE | 250-344-3015 |
Address | Public Health Unit - Golden Health Centre 835 9th Avenue South Golden Hospital - West entrance |
I just moved to Canada
All local – Social Justice Advocate
Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming …
About | Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming and judgement-free space. |
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Hours |
The Advocate will be in the office for drop-in and/or appointments on Thursdays from 10am to 5pm. On other weekdays, the Advocate will remain available by phone or by email. |
PHONE | 250-439-9325 |
Address | Patlar Building - Across from Remax Second floor - co-located with theWorkBC office |
Address | You can also find the advocate at the Foodbank and at the Golden Women's Centre every now and then. |
advocate@goldencommunitycoop.ca | |
website | https://goldencommunitycoop.ca/programs/social-justice-advocate/ |
All Local – Golden Settlement Services
Newcomers can get help with community information, citizenship, language training, referrals and more.
About | Newcomers can get help with community information, citizenship, language training, referrals and more. |
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Hours |
Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
PHONE | 250-439-9665 |
Address | #107 421 9th Ave North, Golden Main floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
website | http://www.cbal.org/golden.html |
All Local – CBAL – Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
Basic reading, writing and computer help; one-to-one help with forms; Job skills workshops and much more.
About |
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Hours |
Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
PHONE | 250-439-9665 |
Address | #107 421 9th Ave North, Golden Main floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
website | http://www.cbal.org/golden.html |
All Local – WorkBC Centre – Golden office
Hours |
Mon: closed Tues: 11-6 (closed 2-3 lunch) Wed-Fri: 9-4 (closed 12-1 lunch) |
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PHONE | 250-344-5413 |
Address | 205 - 421 9th Avenue North Second floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
info-golden@workbc.ca | |
website | https://www.workbc.ca/WorkBC-Centres/Thompson-Okanagan/Golden.aspx |
Youth in BC
Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources.
About | Online chat for youth. It connects youth with support, information and resources. |
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Hours |
1:00 pm - 2:00 am (MST) |
website | http://www.YouthInBC.com |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
I have a disability
All local – Social Justice Advocate
Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming …
About | Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming and judgement-free space. |
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Hours |
The Advocate will be in the office for drop-in and/or appointments on Thursdays from 10am to 5pm. On other weekdays, the Advocate will remain available by phone or by email. |
PHONE | 250-439-9325 |
Address | Patlar Building - Across from Remax Second floor - co-located with theWorkBC office |
Address | You can also find the advocate at the Foodbank and at the Golden Women's Centre every now and then. |
advocate@goldencommunitycoop.ca | |
website | https://goldencommunitycoop.ca/programs/social-justice-advocate/ |
All local – Autism Spectrum
Local Autism Spectrum support services and referral.
About | Local staff in the Children and Youth with Special Needs (CYSN) program can help you find out what services might be available to you and can provide information, referral and support. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:30 |
PHONE | 250-344-7773 |
Address | 1104 9th Street South Across from Wolf’s Den |
website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/data-monitoring-quality-assurance/find-services-for-children-teens-families/sda-golden?keyword=special&keyword=needs&keyword=services&keyword=Golden&keyword=BC |
FASD – Regional
CYSN in Golden can connect you with an FASD Key Worker at Axis Family Resources.
About | Axis Family Resources in Cranbrook offers FASD Key Worker Support for families. The Child and Youth with Special Needs program (CYSN) in Golden can help you get connected with Axis in Cranbrook or you can call the program in Cranbrook yourself. |
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PHONE Cranbrook Axis Family Resources | 1-250-489-4074 ext 621 |
PHONE Golden Child and Youth with Special Needs (CYSN) | 250-344-7773 |
Address | Axis Family Resources: 125 – 10th Avenue South, Cranbrook, BC V1C 2N1 |
Address | Golden CYSN: 1104 9th St. South Across from Wolf’s Den |
All local – TREKK – Therapeutic Rehabilitation for East Kootenay Kids
Occupational and Physical Therapy for emotional, sensory and physical limitations.
About | Occupational and Physical Therapy for emotional, sensory processing and physical limitations - to promote independence and participation in everyday life. Available in Golden. |
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Hours |
by appointment |
PHONE | 1-250-420-2298 |
trekk@interiorhealth.ca | trekk@interiorhealth.ca |
IHCAN ( Interior Health Children’s Assessment Network ) – Regional
The Interior Health Children’s Assessment Network (IHCAN) provides assessment and diagnosis for children and youth living in the Interior Health region who demonstrate significant impairment in a number of domains of functioning. Referrals through a pediatrician or through a psychiatrist or other medical specialist.
About | The Interior Health Children's Assessment Network (IHCAN) provides assessment and diagnosis for children and youth living in the Interior Health region who demonstrate significant impairment in a number of domains of functioning. Referrals through a pediatrician or through a psychiatrist or other medical specialist. |
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PHONE Golden Medical Clinic | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
All Local – Child and Youth with Diverse Needs
Specialized service and funding options for children or youth who have diverse needs and their families.
About | Services for At-Home Medical Assistance; Intellectual disabilities; Autism Spectrum disorder; Complex health needs. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 8:30-4:30 |
PHONE | 250 344 7773 |
Address | 1104 9th St. South Across from Wolf's Den |
website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/data-monitoring-quality-assurance/find-services-for-children-teens-families/sda-golden?keyword=special&keyword=needs&keyword=services&keyword=Golden&keyword=BC |
All Local – Golden Medical Clinic
Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors.
About | Family doctors accepting new patients. When possible, book an appointment in advance. Walk-in appointments can sometimes be accommodated, based on availability of doctors. |
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Hours |
Monday to Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2211 |
Address | 826 9th Street South Across from the Court House |
I have money problems
BC Healthy Kids – basic dental, prescription eye wear and hearing instruments
Basic dental care, prescription eye wear, hearing instruments for children of low-income families.
About |
Through the Healthy Kids Program, children of low-income families can get help with the costs of:
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PHONE Toll-free | 1-866-866-0800 |
Website | https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/healthy-women-children/child-teen-health/dental-eyeglasses?keyword=BC&keyword=Healthy&keyword=Kids |
Friends of Children – East Kootenay family assistance for kids with medical needs
Free and confidential service assisting Northern BC and East Kootenay families travelling to access medical treatments for their children.
About | Friends of Children - free and confidential service assisting Northern BC and East Kootenay families travelling to access medical treatments for their children. Our goal is to relieve emotional and financial strain by assisting with the fuel, accommodation and meal costs associated with these appointments, surgeries and consultations. We may also be able to assist with therapies and specialized equipment related to a child’s medical condition. |
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PHONE toll-free | 1-866-564-2217 |
Address | Cranbrook Office 16 - 12th Ave N Cranbrook, BC |
info@friendsofchildren.ca | |
Website | https://www.friendsofchildren.ca/ |
All local – Social Justice Advocate
Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming …
About | Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming and judgement-free space. |
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Hours |
The Advocate will be in the office for drop-in and/or appointments on Thursdays from 10am to 5pm. On other weekdays, the Advocate will remain available by phone or by email. |
PHONE | 250-439-9325 |
Address | Patlar Building - Across from Remax Second floor - co-located with theWorkBC office |
Address | You can also find the advocate at the Foodbank and at the Golden Women's Centre every now and then. |
advocate@goldencommunitycoop.ca | |
website | https://goldencommunitycoop.ca/programs/social-justice-advocate/ |
All Local – Golden Food Bank
Food Hamper Pick-Up days are: Mondays 4:00 – 6:00 pm and Wednesdays 9:30 am – 12:30 pm (Closed on Holiday Mondays) First Visit to the Food Bank… Register on any Wednesday or Monday during our hamper distribution hours. We will need information about your residency here in Golden, employment status and number of people in your …
About | Food Hamper Pick-Up days are: Mondays 4:00 - 6:00 pm and Wednesdays 9:30 am - 12:30 pm (Closed on Holiday Mondays) First Visit to the Food Bank... Register on any Wednesday or Monday during our hamper distribution hours. We will need information about your residency here in Golden, employment status and number of people in your household. We will also require identification for EACH member of your household. Please be sure to bring these things with you on your first visit to the Golden Food Bank. |
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Hours |
Mondays 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Wednesdays 9:30 am - 12:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-2113 |
Address | 1115 9th Street South Next to the Wolf's Den |
website | https://www.goldenfoodbank.ca/contact.html |
All Local – WorkBC Centre – Golden office
Hours |
Mon: closed Tues: 11-6 (closed 2-3 lunch) Wed-Fri: 9-4 (closed 12-1 lunch) |
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PHONE | 250-344-5413 |
Address | 205 - 421 9th Avenue North Second floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
info-golden@workbc.ca | |
website | https://www.workbc.ca/WorkBC-Centres/Thompson-Okanagan/Golden.aspx |
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling. Phone, text or online chat. English or French.
About |
Kids Help Phone is a national, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, online counselling, TEXT counseling and referral service for children and youth.
The Kids Help Phone website has a lot of information on topics like:
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Hours |
24/7 |
PHONE call for free | 1 800 668 6868 |
TEXT this number (free) 686868 | 686868 |
website and Online Chat | https://kidshelpphone.ca |
Finding a place to stay
All local – Social Justice Advocate
Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming …
About | Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming and judgement-free space. |
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Hours |
The Advocate will be in the office for drop-in and/or appointments on Thursdays from 10am to 5pm. On other weekdays, the Advocate will remain available by phone or by email. |
PHONE | 250-439-9325 |
Address | Patlar Building - Across from Remax Second floor - co-located with theWorkBC office |
Address | You can also find the advocate at the Foodbank and at the Golden Women's Centre every now and then. |
advocate@goldencommunitycoop.ca | |
website | https://goldencommunitycoop.ca/programs/social-justice-advocate/ |
Going to school
All Local – COTR – College of the Rockies – Golden Campus
The College of the Rockies – Golden Campus offers a range of educational programs. Phone and ask to make an appointment with an academic advisor who can help you get started.
About | The College of the Rockies - Golden Campus offers a range of educational programs. Phone and ask to make an appointment with an academic advisor who can help you get started. |
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Hours |
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-5901 |
Address | 1305 9th Street South Across from the RecPlex |
website | http://www.cotr.bc.ca/ |
All Local – CBAL – Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
Basic reading, writing and computer help; one-to-one help with forms; Job skills workshops and much more.
About |
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Hours |
Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
PHONE | 250-439-9665 |
Address | #107 421 9th Ave North, Golden Main floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
website | http://www.cbal.org/golden.html |
All Local – Golden and area Schools
All our schools in Golden have support services for children and youth. Golden Secondary School : 250-344-2201 Golden Alternate School : 250-344-4548 Lady Grey Elementary School : 250-344-6317 Alexander Park Elementary School : 250-344-5513 Nicholson Elementary School : 250-344-2370 École la Confluence: …
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All our schools in Golden have support services for children and youth.
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website - GSS | http://www.sd6.bc.ca/school/gss/Pages/default.aspx |
website - GAS | http://www.sd6.bc.ca/school/gss/About/Goldenalternateschool/Pages/default.aspx |
website - APES | https://www.sd6.bc.ca/school/apes/Pages/default.aspx |
website - LGES | https://www.sd6.bc.ca/school/lges/Pages/default.aspx |
website - Nicholson | https://www.sd6.bc.ca/school/nes/Pages/default.aspx |
Website - Francophone school | https://laconfluence.csf.bc.ca/ |
I need help finding work
All local – Social Justice Advocate
Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming …
About | Struggling to make ends meet? Unable to work? Wondering if you qualify for government assistance? Need help with an appeal? Trouble accessing government programs? In a dispute? Need help accessing legal advice? Wondering about housing? The Advocate can help connect you to the information and resources you need. She offers individualized support and a welcoming and judgement-free space. |
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The Advocate will be in the office for drop-in and/or appointments on Thursdays from 10am to 5pm. On other weekdays, the Advocate will remain available by phone or by email. |
PHONE | 250-439-9325 |
Address | Patlar Building - Across from Remax Second floor - co-located with theWorkBC office |
Address | You can also find the advocate at the Foodbank and at the Golden Women's Centre every now and then. |
advocate@goldencommunitycoop.ca | |
website | https://goldencommunitycoop.ca/programs/social-justice-advocate/ |
All Local – CBAL – Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
Basic reading, writing and computer help; one-to-one help with forms; Job skills workshops and much more.
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Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
PHONE | 250-439-9665 |
Address | #107 421 9th Ave North, Golden Main floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
website | http://www.cbal.org/golden.html |
All Local – WorkBC Centre – Golden office
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Mon: closed Tues: 11-6 (closed 2-3 lunch) Wed-Fri: 9-4 (closed 12-1 lunch) |
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PHONE | 250-344-5413 |
Address | 205 - 421 9th Avenue North Second floor Patlar building - across from ReMax |
info-golden@workbc.ca | |
website | https://www.workbc.ca/WorkBC-Centres/Thompson-Okanagan/Golden.aspx |
Where can I volunteer
All Local – Metis Nation Columbia River
A Metis cultural alliance and support in the community of Golden for all Indigenous people.
About | A Metis cultural alliance and support in the community of Golden for all Indigenous people. |
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Various activities and services at different times |
PHONE | 250 344 5508 |
PHONE | 250 344 6981 |
website | http://www.metisyouthbc.com/ |
All Local – Golden Youth Centre – Golden Youth Network
A free, fun and respectful space for those 12-18.
About | A free, fun and respectful space for those 12-18. Drop-in: WIFI, computers, fireplace, pool table, Foosball, computers, music, movies and more |
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Hours |
Wednesday and Friday 3:15 - 7:00 pm |
PHONE Youth Network Coordinator | 250-939-8948 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Main floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | http://www.goldencommunityresources.ca/youth-centre.html |
Youth Center Facebook page | https://www.facebook.com/Goldenyouthcentre/ |
Learning cool stuff
All Local – COTR – College of the Rockies – Golden Campus
The College of the Rockies – Golden Campus offers a range of educational programs. Phone and ask to make an appointment with an academic advisor who can help you get started.
About | The College of the Rockies - Golden Campus offers a range of educational programs. Phone and ask to make an appointment with an academic advisor who can help you get started. |
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Hours |
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm |
PHONE | 250-344-5901 |
Address | 1305 9th Street South Across from the RecPlex |
website | http://www.cotr.bc.ca/ |
All Local – Metis Nation Columbia River
A Metis cultural alliance and support in the community of Golden for all Indigenous people.
About | A Metis cultural alliance and support in the community of Golden for all Indigenous people. |
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Hours |
Various activities and services at different times |
PHONE | 250 344 5508 |
PHONE | 250 344 6981 |
website | http://www.metisyouthbc.com/ |
Mindyourmind.ca
Mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet.
About | Mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet. We work with community partners and young people aged 14 to 29 to co-create interactive tools and innovative resources to build capacity and resilience. Help, Information, Tools, Blog, Expression, Interviews, Design Labs Lots of stuff on wellness |
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website | https://mindyourmind.ca/ |
I’m bored
What if…
What If is a web series with hypothetical questions that are answered with scientific theory. Each episode takes you on an epic journey through hypothetical worlds and possibilities, some in distant corners of the universe, others right here on Earth. [social_links]
All Local – Golden Youth Centre – Golden Youth Network
A free, fun and respectful space for those 12-18.
About | A free, fun and respectful space for those 12-18. Drop-in: WIFI, computers, fireplace, pool table, Foosball, computers, music, movies and more |
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Hours |
Wednesday and Friday 3:15 - 7:00 pm |
PHONE Youth Network Coordinator | 250-939-8948 |
Address | 421 9th Avenue South Main floor Patlar Building - across from Remax |
website | http://www.goldencommunityresources.ca/youth-centre.html |
Youth Center Facebook page | https://www.facebook.com/Goldenyouthcentre/ |