In crisis?
Call 1-888-353-2273 for the Interior Crisis Line
Call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) for the BC Suicide Line
Call 310-6789 for the Provincial Mental Health Support Line
The Interior Crisis Line Network is your community safety net of C.A.R.E., providing
Confidential, Accessible, Research-based, Empowering support
for people in the Interior Region of BC. by phone or chat.
How does it work?
The Interior Crisis Line Network (ICLN) is an innovative network linking five community-based partner agencies to provide 24/7 support across the Interior Health Region.
The network is founded on the principles of providing 24/7/365 that truly C.A.R.E.s incorporating Confidentiality, Accessibility, Research, and Empowerment.
Skilled and caring Crisis Line Responders provided over 620,000 minutes of compassionate support, skilled crisis de-escalation, suicide prevention & life-saving intervention in 2021/22.
In addition to providing 24/7 crisis line support through the regional Crisis Line Network (1.888.353.2273 (CARE), we also answer calls from the Interior region on the Provincial Suicide Line (1-800-Suicide) and Provincial Mental Health Line (310-6789)
Learn more about how ICLN works…
How can I help?
There are many ways to contribute to strengthening the community safety net in your community by contributing to the Interior Crisis Line Network.
Call volume has doubled over the last six years and though we answered 40% more calls last year, the reality is the growing need in our communities can outweigh our resources.
By volunteering, donating or raising awareness of our service, you can make a powerful difference.
Working together we can create truly caring, connected and compassionate communities that are safe for everyone.
Learn more about how you can contribute…
Other Resources?
Looking for some resources in your community?
Support is a call away. Simply call 1.888.353.2273 24/7 or reach out via chat during active chat times and a trained Crisis Line Responder will provide you with information about what's available and work with you to problem-solve.
Some general resources and information on upcoming trainings or trusted sources of information are available on this site.
Learn more about upcoming events …
“Just knowing someone cared enough to answer the phone and listen to me made such a difference. It was a turning point.”
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ADMINISTRATIVE ONLY Phone: 604.256.3153
Administrative Office: c/o 100 – 1000 21st Ave. North, Cranbrook, BC, Canada, V1C 5L9
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