AMI-Québec

AMI-Québec is committed to educating parents, teachers, students, and the community at large about early detection of mental health issues, to avert the devastation that long-term mental illness can cause. They offer free public awareness and outreach programs.

Their database includes resource lists on the following categories:

• Illnesses (including anxiety, depression)
• Additional Challenges (addiction, substance abuse, learning/intellectual disability, sexuality and sexual orientation, etc)
• Caregiving-related issues (including young carers)
• Crisis and counselling (includes listening services, ie. Help lines)
• General information
• Returning to the community
• Special populations (including children and youth, students)
• Resources and publications Library (AMI Library): A wealth of information on mental illness and related issues, including over 700 books and DVDs.
• Share & Care Newsletter: A quarterly newsletter including information non various services, coping strategies, etc.
• Support groups and Workshops
• Online learning: Available anywhere, anytime.

All of the resources are free or charge on a sliding scale. The few exceptions are marked with a dollar sign.

5800 boul. Decarie, Montreal, Quebec H3X 2J5
Tel: 514-486-1448

Email: reception@amiquebec.org
Website: www.amiquebec.org

Bell Let’s Talk

Tools and Resources

1. Tools to start a conversation

Conversation guides that can be used to lead your own discussion about mental health or talk with someone you might be concerned about.

2. Bell Let’s Talk Toolkit

Includes stickers, posters and activities to share with family, friends and colleagues to help start the conversation and show your support.

3. Tools for the classroom

For educators who want to start the conversation about mental health in your classroom. With tools to help you get started, which were created with the support of experts.

4. Mental health resources

In addition to speaking to a health professional, here’s a list of organizations to consult that offer services and other helpful resources. You can select resources for children and youth, adults, culturally specific resources, family and caregivers, integrated youth, seniors.

Website: https://letstalk.bell.ca/tools-and-resources/

CBC: Out of the Dark: Mental Health Resources in Quebec

CBC presents an interesting compilation of resources to reach out to for support.

Website: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/community/out-of-the-dark-mental-health-resources-in-quebec-1.5869872

Collective Community Services

Mental health resources collected to help and support a many different individuals with a wide range of presenting issues, including but not limited to:

• Crisis resources
• General health information
• Support for LGBTQIA2SP+ communities
• Resources for students in post-secondary education (McGill, Concordia, John Abbott, Dawson, Marianopolis Colleges, counselling and psychological services, etc).

Website: https://www.ccs-montreal.org/mental-health-resources

CTV Montreal resource List

This short but inclusive list was presented by CTV Montreal for Bell Let’s Talk 2024.

Website: https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/here-s-a-list-of-mental-health-resources-in-quebec-1.6738804

YES Employment and Entrepreneurship

English Mental Health Services and Resources:

No matter where you are on your employment or entrepreneurial journey, to help you find the support you need, YES has compiled a comprehensive list of English-language mental health resources across the province. Whether you need help with stress, anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues, there are resources available to support you. Don’t hesitate to prioritize your mental well-being and explore these resources today.

 Find the resources you need by region.

Website: https://yesmontreal.ca/english-mental-health-services-resources/

Government of Québec

Mental health help and support resources:

https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/mental-health/finding-help-and-support-for-mental-health/finding-mental-health-help-and-support-resources/mental-health-help-and-support-resources

This page outlines the steps to take in order to get help or information regarding your mental health or the mental health of a family member or friend.

In case of an emergency, they suggest doing the following:

Call the 911 emergency service, if you fear for your safety or the safety of a family member or friend, or to obtain immediate assistance.

Call the suicide prevention and help line: 1‑866‑APPELLE (277‑3553), if you are thinking about suicide or if you are worried about a loved one (to send text messages

(SMS): 535353, to chat: suicide.ca).

Find a crisis  centre  (in French only) near you to obtain free specialized crisis intervention services for you or a loved one.

To obtain care or services or to find a professional with whom you feel comfortable, contact the following resources:

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• A doctor or the Primary Care Access Point
• A local community service centre (CLSC)
• A mental health professional in a private practice (psychologist, psychotherapist, social worker, etc.)

Organizations are also available in your community. Consult the list below or use the Mental Health Resource  Directory to find a resource near you.

The page also includes links to resources that help with:

• Suicide prevention
• Help lines and telephone services
• Information and support resources according to mental disorder (including support for anxiety, ADD and ADHD)
• Support for the family members and friends of people living with a mental disorder
• Support for agricultural producers
• Sources of information on mental health and mental disorders
• Rights advocacy

Additional resources include:

• Mental health care and services: a diverse offer for all needs (accessible and adapted mental health services)
• Digital and self-care tools for mental health
• Directory of mental health resources 
• Aire ouverte: services for young people aged 12 to 25
• Répertoire des ressources en dépendances (in French only) 

LEARN Quebec

A compilation of mental health and wellness resources related to education in elementary and high schools. It includes:

• Youth mental health initiatives
• Mental health and wellness resources (including a padlet highlighting programs, reports, social and emotional learning, activities, websites, resources, mindfulness)
• School climate (catalogue of school based health and wellness activities)

Website: https://clc.learnquebec.ca/landing-priority-goals-and-outcome-areas/#mental-health

Mental Health Resource Centre, English Montreal School Board

A school-based resource comprised of a multi-disciplinary group of professionals from the Student Services Department at the EMSB. One of their objectives is to provide the necessary prevention and intervention services to address the mental health needs of students within a regular school setting. Their resources include the following:

• Mental Health Library
• Student Workbook
• Podcast Resources

Website: https://mhrc.emsb.qc.ca/mhrc

Prevention Promotion, English Montreal School Board

A new website created in 2022 by professionals in the Student Services department at the English Montreal School Board (EMSB) provides information on resources related to mental health. Prevention Promotion, intended for educators but available to everyone, is a one-stop place for anyone passionate about improving mental health and building positive environments in schools. It was created to strengthen collaborative efforts between schools and the health and social services sector to support the school community in accessing resources.

The site offers a comprehensive list of resources by category:

• Mental health
• Violence prevention
• Scholarships and mentorships
• Academic support
• EMSB internal resources
• Community resources

Website: https://preventionpromotion.emsb.qc.ca/prevention-promotion