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Whether you need a friendly voice, counselling, or crisis support, these services are here to listen. Crisis lines are listed first; other supports follow below.

Crisis & 24-hour support

If you are in immediate danger, call 911.

Other supports you can reach

These organizations offer phone, email, chat, or in-person support. Always confirm hours and availability directly.

211 Newfoundland and Labrador

Verified

Free, 24/7 confidential service connecting people in Newfoundland and Labrador to community, social, and government services by phone, text, and online search.

Emergency SupportCommunity & Peer Support
St. John's, NL

988 Suicide Crisis Helpline

Verified

Free, confidential 24/7 support across Canada for anyone thinking about suicide or concerned about someone else. Call or text 988.

Counselling & Mental HealthEmergency Support
Canada-wide

Autism Society of Newfoundland and Labrador

Needs review

Supports individuals and families affected by autism through information, family navigation, and community programs.

Advocacy & RightsDisability & Additional NeedsCommunity & Peer Support
St. John's, NL

BGC Newfoundland and Labrador (Boys and Girls Club)

Needs review

Youth-serving non-profit providing safe, supportive places and programs for children, youth, and families in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Community & Peer SupportChildcare & Parenting
St. John's, NL

Bridge the gapp NL

Needs review

Online mental health resource connecting people in Newfoundland and Labrador to local mental health and addictions services, information, and tools.

Counselling & Mental HealthCommunity & Peer Support
St. John's, NL

Canadian Red Cross — Newfoundland and Labrador

Needs review

Humanitarian organization providing disaster relief, health equipment loans, and emergency support to communities across Newfoundland and Labrador.

Emergency Support

Community Food Sharing Association

Needs review

The central food distribution agency for Newfoundland and Labrador, supplying food banks and meal programs across the province.

Food & GroceriesEmergency Support
St. John's, NL

Easter Seals Newfoundland and Labrador

Verified

Provincial organization offering programs and services for people with disabilities and their families in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Disability & Additional NeedsAdvocacy & Rights
St. John's, NL

End Sexual Violence NL (Sexual Assault Crisis & Prevention Centre)

Needs review

Provincial organization offering a 24-hour support and crisis line, counselling, and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Safety from ViolenceEmergency Support
St. John's, NL

Family and Child Care Connections

Needs review

Community-based family resource and child care agency in St. John's supporting families with child care referrals, parenting programs, and family supports.

Childcare & ParentingCommunity & Peer Support
St. John's, NL

Inclusion Canada Newfoundland and Labrador

Needs review

Provincial non-profit advocating for the inclusion and rights of people with intellectual disabilities and their families in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Advocacy & RightsDisability & Additional Needs
St. John's, NL

Iris Kirby House

Needs review

Transition house in St. John's providing shelter and support services for women and children experiencing intimate partner violence.

Safety from ViolenceEmergency Support
St. John's, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador Child Care Subsidy Program

Verified

Provincial income-tested program helping eligible families with the cost of regulated child care in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Childcare & Parenting
St. John's, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador Housing Corporation

Verified

Provincial Crown corporation providing social and affordable housing, rent supplements, and an emergency housing line for people experiencing homelessness.

Housing & ShelterEmergency Support
St. John's, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador Income Support Program

Verified

Provincial program providing monthly financial benefits and support services to eligible low-income individuals and families in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Financial Aid
St. John's, NL

Newfoundland and Labrador Legal Aid Commission

Verified

Provincial commission providing free legal assistance and representation to eligible low-income residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Legal Aid
St. John's, NL

People First Newfoundland and Labrador

Needs review

Provincial organization of people labeled with intellectual disabilities, advocating for their rights, inclusion, and quality of life in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Advocacy & RightsDisability & Additional Needs
St. John's, NL

Public Legal Information Association of NL (PLIAN)

Needs review

Non-profit providing public legal information, education, and lawyer referral services for residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Legal Aid
St. John's, NL

Single Parent Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (SPAN)

Needs review

Non-profit providing clothing, household items, back-to-school supplies, and peer support for single parent families in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Clothing & EssentialsCommunity & Peer SupportChildcare & Parenting
St. John's, NL

Stella's Circle

Needs review

St. John's organization providing housing, mental health counselling, and employment programs for people in need.

Housing & ShelterCounselling & Mental HealthJobs & Education
St. John's, NL

Thrive Community Youth Network

Needs review

St. John's community organization providing counselling, youth programs, and employment support for young people and families experiencing poverty.

Counselling & Mental HealthCommunity & Peer SupportJobs & Education
St. John's, NL