9-8-8 suicide prevention helpline now available to Edmontonians and all Canadians

November 30, 2023 9:20 pm MST.

A new mental health and suicide prevention helpline is now up and running across the country. Mental Health providers in Edmonton say 9-8-8 will help make it easier for people in crisis to access supports.

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