This list includes information to support you with navigating mental health services on and off campus.
We welcome suggestions or additions to make this list relevant to the campus community.
Please email us at health.utsc@utoronto.ca with your feedback.
For additional resources and support, ask Navi , a chat-based virtual assistant. Navi is your source for mental health resources and now provides information on where to find general U of T information including Admissions, Housing, Financial Aid, Careers, Getting Involved and more.
Crisis and Urgent Support - If you are experiencing a crisis and need immediate assistance, access the following resources
| Resource/Service | When would I use this resource or service? | Modes of Service Delivery | How can I access? |
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Campus Safety 24/7/365 |
I need support regarding my safety or the safety of someone else, for travel-safe, or something of mine was stolen. | Phone and in-person |
24/7 Emergency line: 416 978-2222 Emergency Code Blue telephones located on campus
Community Crisis Response Coordination: (M - F: 10:00am - 6:00pm, excluding holidays) 416-287-7589
Non-emergency line:
416-287-7398
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EMRG@UTSC 24/7/365 |
I need on site 24/7 first aid and emergency assistance - (active during Fall/Winter semesters). | Phone and in-person |
416-978-2222
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U of T Telus Health Student Support 24/7/365 |
I want to talk to a counsellor by phone or chat who understands the stressors associated with being a post-secondary students that is available 24/7/365. |
Phone and online chat |
1-888-451-9700 |
| Food Centre | I need access to nutritious food at low or no cost. | In-person | |
| Health & Wellness Centre | I want to see a counsellor, doctor, or nurse for personal health reasons. Bring health card and T-Card. |
Phone, video, and in-person |
SL270
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| Resource/Service | When would I use this resource or service? | Modes of Service Delivery | How can I access? |
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9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Hotline 24/7/365 |
I feel like I am struggling to cope and dealing with thoughts of suicide or if you are worried about someone else. | Phone | |
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U of T TELUS Health Student Support 24/7/365 |
I want to talk to a counsellor by phone or chat who understands the stressors associated with being a post-secondary students that is available 24/7/365. |
Phone and online chat | |
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Good2Talk Helpline 24/7/365 |
I want to talk to a counsellor on the phone who understands the stresses of post-secondary students. | Phone |
1-866-925-5454
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Assaulted Women’s Helpline 24/7/365 |
I want a free, anonymous and confidential 24-hour telephone and TTY crisis telephone line who are experienced to discuss any form of abuse.
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Phone |
416-863-0511
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Central Intake - Emergency Shelter Services 24/7/365 |
I need emergency housing.
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Phone |
1-877-338-3398
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Distress Centres of Greater Toronto 24/7/365 |
I am in distress and need emotional support, crisis intervention, and/or suicide prevention. | Phone | |
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Gerstein Crisis Centre 24/7/365 |
I am in distress and need emotional support, crisis intervention, and/or suicide prevention. | Phone |
416-929-5200 |
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Hope for Wellness Helpline/Chat 24/7/365 |
I want online chat for that provides immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. | Phone |
1-855-242-3310
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| Scarborough Hospital Regional Mobile Crisis Team | I need crisis support. This service provides telephone crisis response and community crisis response to individuals over 16 years of age who are experiencing a mental health crisis in Scarborough and East York. | Phone | 416-495-2891 |
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Scarborough Health Network (SHN) 24/7/365 |
I need to visit a hospital emergency department to help be me be safe because I am having a mental health crisis. | In-person |
Birchmont site: 416-495-2400
Centenary site: 416-281-7318
Lawrence site: 416-438-2911
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| Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Care Centre | I need to speak to a counsellor as I am a survivor of domestic violence/partner abuse. | Phone and in-person |
416-847-4134 |
| Toronto Rape Crisis Centre | I need to talk to some who can provide me anti-oppressive, feminist peer support as a survivor of sexual violence through support, education and activism. |
416-597-8808
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Counselling Services - Professional mental health counselling and supports
| Resource/Service | When would I use this resource or service? | Modes of Service Delivery | How can I access? |
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U of T Telus Health Student Support 24/7/365 |
I need confidential 24-hour counselling for school, health, and/or general life concerns provided in multiple languages. | Phone and online chat |
1-844-451-9700 |
| UTSC Health & Wellness Centre | I need to see a doctor, nurse, or counsellor. Bring health card and T-Card. | Phone, video and in-person |
IA5061 (5th floor, Sam Ibrahim Building) |
| SupportU with CMHA | I need to speak to a counsellor in-person when the Health & Wellness Centre is closed. | In-person | SupportU with CMHA |
| Resource/Service | When would I use this resource or service? | Modes of Service Delivery | How can I access? |
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Distress Centres of Greater Toronto 24/7/365 |
I am in distress and need emotional support, crisis intervention, and/or suicide prevention. | Phone | |
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Good2Talk Helpline 24/7/365 |
I want to talk to a counsellor on the phone who understands the stresses of post-secondary students that is available 24/7/365. | Phone and online chat |
1-866-925-5454
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Hope for Wellness Helpline/Chat 24/7/365 |
I want online chat for that provides immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. | Phone and online chat |
1-855-242-3310 |
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Naseeha Muslim Youth Helpline 24/7/365 |
I want to talk on the phone with a peer supporter. | Phone and online chat |
1-866-627-3342
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| LGBT Youthline | I want confidential and non-judgmental peer support using telephone, text and chat services. | Phone and online chat |
1-800-268-9688
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Resource/Service |
When would I use this resource or service? |
Modes of Service Delivery |
How can I access? |
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Anishnawbe Health Toronto |
I identify as an Indigenous Person and looking to improve my health and well being in spirit, mind, emotion and body through both Traditional and Western healing approaches. |
In-person | |
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Family Service Association of Toronto |
I am looking for counselling services, group therapy and community programs in my community. |
In-person | Family Service Toronto |
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Hong Fook Mental Health Association |
I identify as Southeast Asian and I am looking for clinical services and community programs that improve the lives of Asian and other communities. |
In-person | |
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Institute for Advancement in Mental Health |
I am looking for various services and support groups for myself and others who may be affected by schizophrenia and psychotic illnesses. |
In-person | |
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Malvern Family Resource Centre |
I am looking for family & youth recreational programming and support counselling. |
In-person |
Malvern Family Resource Centre (416) 284-4184
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Hope+Me - Mood Disorders Association of Ontario |
I am looking for free support programs in Ontario for myself or family member living with depression, anxiety or bipolar disorder. |
In-person |
1-888-486-8236 |
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Sheena’s Place |
I would like group support for disordered eating. |
In-person |
416-927-8900 |
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Strides Toronto |
I am looking for free immediate mental health counselling |
Phone, video and in-person |
416-438-3697 |
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Substance Abuse Program for African Canadian and Caribbean Youth (SAPACCY) |
I identify as Black and am looking for supports for my mental health and/or substance use. |
In-person |
416-679-2735 |
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TAIBU Community Health Centre |
I am seeking supports that offers Black-identifying clients from throughout the Greater Toronto Area access to primary care, health promotion, and disease prevention programs in a culturally affirming environment. |
In-person |
416-644-3536 |
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The 519 |
I am seeking training, workshops, and/or counselling services that help improve the lives of LGBTQ2S+ individuals in Toronto. |
In-person |
416-392-6874 |
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Tropicana Community Services |
I am seeking services that provides opportunities and alternative life choices that lead to personal success and positive life decisions for persons of Black heritage and individuals in need. |
In-person |
416-439-9009 |
Additional Resources That Support Your Wellbeing
| Resource/Service | When would I use this resource or service? | Modes of Service Delivery | How can I access? |
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| Athletics & Recreation | I want to stay active, join a fitness classes, intramural teams, sports, visit events at Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre. | In-person |
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| Community Safety Office |
I need support with personal safety concerns. |
Phone and in-person |
416-978-1485 |
| Financial Aid | I have questions or need support about my student loans, scholarships, and taxes. | In-person |
Highland Hall, Main Floor
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| Multi-Faith Chaplains | I would like faith-based or spiritual support. | Multi-Faith Chaplains | |
| Student Academic Resource Tool | I want an online tool to navigate academic resources and departments for questions or issues related to academics, careers and employment, Co-Op, further education and study abroad. | Online | |
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Sexual Health Resources |
I need support for pregnancy, STI/HIV testing, tests and vaccinations. |
In-person | |
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Sexual Violence Prevention and Support Centre |
I need confidential and non-judgmental support as I have been affected by sexual violence or sexual harassment. |
Phone, video, and in-person |
416-978-2266 |
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Student Services at UTSC |
I need support related to getting involved on campus, academic accommodations or advice, career, or residence housing. |
In-person | |
| Scarborough Campus Student Union (SCSU) | I want to connect with the student union for support, representation, advocacy, and cost saving services. | In-person |
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| UTogether | I want to stay informed of updates for the upcoming semester. | Online |