Provided by: The 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline in Canada is led and coordinated by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), with funding from the Government of Canada. When you call or text 9-8-8, you will reach a responder at one of nearly 40 local, provincial and territorial, and national crisis lines, who co-deliver the service.

Summary:  The 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline is a safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Simply call or text 9-8-8 to get help when you need it most. If you are feeling like you have lost hope and are struggling to cope, if you are dealing with thoughts of suicide, or if you are worried about someone else, 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline is here for you. When you reach out, a trained responder will listen without judgement, provide support and understanding, and can tell you about resources that will help.

9-8-8 is here to provide moments of connection that create hope, support recovery and save lives. They help people connect to their strengths and find new ways to cope, live and thrive. Their vision is a Canada where suicide is prevented because everyone can access help when they need it the most.

Developed by: Pain BC and Pain Canada in partnership with people living with pain and healthcare providers.  

Summary: Understanding that stress is a natural response that does not automatically mean harm (much like some pain experiences) will help us face stressful events with a more positive approach. This awareness is important for someone living with pain, since a nervous system that routinely copes with pain needs all the resilience possible. Check out this module from LivePlanBe+ to learn more.  

Note: You will need an account on LivePlanBe+ to access this module. 

Developed by: The Toronto Academic Pain Medicine Institute (TAPMI).

Summary: Persistent pain can contribute to life stressors, and chronic stress can worsen the pain experience. The good news is that anything that helps you manage stress can also help your pain, and anything to help with pain can also help you cope with stress. Click “Go to Resource” to learn what stress is and why people experience stress, how stress and pain are related, how to identify your stress triggers and warning signs, and how to cope with stress in healthy ways.