9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline

9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline: Free, by phone.

Categories: Crisis, Emergency Services & Reporting, Mental Health

More Crisis in Kelowna

Quick Facts

Who it's for
Adult,Youth,Senior
How to access
Phone, Text
Location
Kelowna
Cost
Free
Availability
Open 24/7
Delivery
Virtual / online (no physical location to visit)
Information last updated
October 6, 2026

Call or text 9-8-8 if you or someone you know is thinking about suicide or having a hard time. It is free and open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, anywhere in Canada. ▸ What happens: • You reach a trained responder at a crisis line near you • You can choose English or French ▸ Good to know: • Calling is toll-free from any phone • Texting is free if you have unlimited texts; over a text limit, your provider may charge you If your safety is at risk, or you have already taken steps to harm yourself, call 9-1-1 or go to your nearest emergency department.

Contact Information

Address
Phone service - available anywhere
Phone
988
Website
https://988.ca
Hours
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Cost
Free
Access
Phone, Text
Service Area
Anywhere in Canada

Also known as: 988, 9-8-8, suicide line, suicide crisis helpline, national crisis line

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