Mental Health and Well-being
At District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1), our Mental Health & Well-Being Team is dedicated to fostering safe, inclusive, and supportive school environments where every student can thrive. We work collaboratively across schools to promote mental wellness, reduce stigma, and provide timely, effective support.
DSB1 Mental Health and Well-being Action Plan
Mental Health Resources
Kids Help Phone
24/7 confidential professional online and telephone counselling and volunteer-led, text-based support in English and French to youth across Canada.
1-800-668-6868
Text "CONNECT" to
686868
www.kidshelpphone.ca
One Stop Talk
Offers children, youth (within 18 years of age) and their families immediate access to free mental health support.
1 855-416-8255/TALK
www.onestoptalk.ca
9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Call or text 9-8-8
https://988.ca/
ConnexOntario
Addiction, mental health and gambling treatment services.
1-866-531-2600
https://connexontario.ca/
Good2Talk
Free and confidential professional counselling and referrals for mental health, addiction and well-being.
1-866-925-5454
https://good2talk.ca/
Youthline
Confidential LGBTQ+ peer support. They offer telephone, text and chat services.
1-800-268-9688
https://www.youthline.ca/
Student Athlete Mental Health Resources
https://www.sportspsychology.org/articles/student-athlete-mental-health-resources/