British Columbia

The province of B.C. reorganized the planning and delivery of health services on a regional basis with local health authorities being responsible for the planning and coordination of mental health services.

Here to Help
Although this guide is quite dated, it is a comprehensive listing of the types of supports and services helpful to people with mental health problems and can serve as a reference for what is available.

HealthLink BC
Simply dial 8-1-1 from anywhere in British Columbia to connect with registered health professionals specially trained to provide confidential health information and advice on the telephone. Nurses are available 24 hours daily, pharmacists are available between the hours of 5 p.m. and 9 a.m and dietitians from 9a.m. to 5p.m. Mon-Fri.

Toll Free 24 Hour Health Line: Dial 8-1-1
Deaf and hearing-impaired: Dial 7-1-1
Translation Services available in over 130 languages

College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia
This site provides a listing of physicians accepting patients by location.

Mood Disorders Association B.C.
This link will connect you to the Mood Disorders Association of British Columbia. Built on the principles of self-help this organization provide information, education and support to people with mood disorders and their families.

British Columbia Psychological Association
This site offers a referral service by specialty and a description of services provided by psychologists.

Canadian Mental Health Association of British Columbia
1130 West Pender St. Suite 905
Vancouver, BC V6E 4A4
Tel.: (604) 688-3234
Toll Free: (800) 555-8222
E-mail: info@cmha.bc.ca

British Columbia Schizophrenia Society
1100 – 1200 West 73rd Avenue
Vancouver, BC V6P 6G5
Tel: (604) 270-7841
Toll Free: (888) 888-0029
Provincial Office E-mail: info@bcss.org