Mental Health Resources
Hockey is often described as a physical game, as important as physical fitness is, so is each individual’s mental health. Hockey Alberta is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment for all participants. See below a list of resources and helplines that offer supports for all Albertans.
Mood Disorders Society of Canada - Alberta
Addiction & Mental Health - information for Albertans.
Hockey Canada Cyberbullying Information and Resources
Kickstand - helping young people find support.
Help in Tough Times - Alberta Health Services
Psychological First Aid (PFA) - Canadian Red Cross
Psychological First Aid Refresher - Alberta Health Services
Psychological Disaster Learning Series - Alberta Health Services
How Eye Care Can Impact Mental Health
Education Programs
Project 11 - mental health education program in honour of professional hockey player, Rick Rypien.
Mental Health & Wellness
Mental Health Help Line (1-877-303-2642)
24/7, 365 confidential service providing mental health support, information and referrals
Translation services available.
Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868)
24/7 multi-language support.
Indigenous youth text the words FIRST NATIONS, INUIT or METIS to 686868
Online Chat Available.
Alberta Addictions Helpline (1-866-332-2322)
24/7 confidential service providing support, information and referrals to those experiencing addictions.
Distress Centre Calgary and Southern Alberta (403-266-4357)
24hr crisis support. Online chat portal available.
ConnecTeen Calgary Youth Helpline (403-264-8336)
24/7 adult and peer support. Call, text or chat.
Distress Line Edmonton and Area (780-482-4357)
24/7 immediate crisis support.
Distress Line of Southwestern Alberta (403-327-7905)
24/7 crisis support.
Suicide Crisis Helpine (988) - call or text
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 is here for you.
Hope for Wellness Help Line (1-855-242-3310)
24/7 support to all Indigenous people across Canada. Online chat available.
Ask about available language services.
Trans Lifeline (1-877-330-6366)
Peer support phone service run by trans people for trans and questioning peers.
211 Alberta (Call or text INFO to 211)
Find programs and services in your community.
Health Link (811)
Find health advice or information including addictions & mental health.
Bullying, Abuse, Harassment, Discrimination
Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868)
24/7 multi-language support.
Indigenous youth text the words FIRST NATIONS, INUIT or METIS to 686868
Online Chat Available.
Bullying Helpline (1-888-456-2323)
24hr help. Call, text or chat.
Abuse-Free Sport Helpline (call or text 1-888-837-7678)
Supports victims and witnesses of abuse, harassment, or discrimination in a sport environment.
NOT a crisis line.
Alberta One-Line for Sexual Violence (1-866-403-8000)
Call or text between 9am-9pm. Online chat available.
Support, information, and referral to anyone who has experienced or been impacted by sexual violence.
24/7 Sexual Violence Help Line (1-866-956-1099)
Call, text, or webchat.
24/7 Support, information, and referral to anyone who has experienced or been impacted by sexual violence.
Family Violence Info Line (310-1818)
24/7 support for those faced with family violence or domestic violence.
Call, text, or webchat.
