Mental Health: Home
Welcome
Many people contact the Library with questions that relate to mental health. While Library staff cannot and do not provide medical advice, we do our best to connect people with information resources that may help to learn more about mental health topics and supports.
Use this guide to find:
- crisis lines and services
- resources about mental health topics we are frequently asked about
- listings of mental health services in Winnipeg
Remember: we are here to help you with your information searching. If you have a question about something not covered by this guide please be in touch.
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Ask Us!Answering questions is what we do.
We can help you find quick facts, offer reading suggestions, provide answers to research questions, and more. If we don't have the answer we will direct you to appropriate resources.
Report: The State of Mental Health in Canada, 2024
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The State of Mental Health in Canada: Mapping the Landscape of Mental Health, Addictions and Substance Use HealthSOURCE: Canadian Mental Health Association
SUMMARY: "CMHA’s report, The State of Mental Health in Canada 2024, is a first-of-its-kind deep dive into the landscape of mental health, addictions, and substance use health care in Canada using data from across the country." -
InFocus: Mental health in ManitobaSOURCE: Canadian Mental Health Association
SUMMARY: A 5-page profile document based on the larger State of Mental Health in Canada report. Shares key indicators and context for Manitoba.
Find Mental Health Services
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Mental Health Resource Guide for Winnipeg, 24th Edition, 2023
This 24th edition is the most recent version of the Guide. It lists hundreds of different resources. Examples: cirsis resources, housing, employment, income assistance, addictions, counselling, recreation options and more.
TIP: The guide is linked from the page above. Downloading may take up to several minutes.
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Service Navigation Hub"As with any health issues, navigating Manitoba’s complex system of care can be overwhelming. At CMHA, our specialists are available to help all Manitobans find the best type of care or service to match their needs."
TIP: Select "Service Navigation"
SOURCE: Canadian Mental Health Association, Manitoba and Winnipeg Division
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Indigenous Cultural Healing and Mental Health SupportsSOURCE: Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, updated August 17, 2023.
SUMMARY: A list of resources and services with a focus on those delivered by Indigenous organizations or governments in Winnipeg and Manitoba, or by the provincial of federal government specifically for Indigenous Peoples.
LIFE THREATENING EMERGENCY
CALL 9-1-1
Klinic Crisis Line (24/7)
204-786-8686 or 1-888-322-3019
Adult Mobile Crisis Service and Mental Health Crisis Response Centre (24/7)
204-940-1781
817 Bannatyne Avenue
Hope for Wellness Line, for Indigenous Peoples (24/7)
1-855-242-3310
chat online at: hopeforwellness.ca
Manitoba Province-Wide Domestic Abuse Crisis Line (24/7)
1-877-977-0007
or Text (only) 204-792-5302
or 204-805-6682
Manitoba Suicide Prevention & Support Line (24/7)
1-877-435-7170
Youth Crisis Line / Youth Mobile Crisis Teams (24/7)
For youth under age 21 and their families
204-949-4777 or 1-888-383-2776
National Residential School Crisis Line (24/7)
1-866-925-4419
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+People Support Line (24/7)
1-844-413-6649
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Mental Health Crisis and Non-Crisis Regional ContactsSOURCE: Manitoba Government
POSTER | Crisis Support Lines and Services
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UPDATED - MARCH 2025 - Crisis and Support LinesSOURCE: compiled by Winnipeg Public Library.
Visit our Crisis Lines and Supports Info Guide
Government Departments and Key Organizations
These government departments and commissions, and non-profit organizations provide services, research and education about a wide range of mental health concerns.
Organizations or services that focus on certain specific mental health topics are listed on other pages of this guide.
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