Tools and information about mental health
Are you worried about your mental health or that of a loved one ?
Below you will find a lot of information about mental health. This information has been grouped into four major categories and come from credible sources recognized for their mental health expertise.
Job loss and financial insecurity
The loss of a job or an unstable financial situation can turn everyday life upside down and generate intense emotions such as anxiety, sadness, anger, discouragement, etc.
It's important not to be left alone with these emotions. Talking about it and asking for help can make all the difference.
Information sheets including support resources:
- When financial instability becomes too heavy to bear – There's help
- Self-care – When you’re worried about finances, your health remains a priority
- Lending support without judging – Supporting someone you love who is in a financial crisis
For more information about available resources and government assistance programs, see 
Job Loss Support.
The AppMentalHealth website offers mobile apps designed mainly to promote prevention and mental wellbeing on a daily basis.
Emergency services
In case of immediate need, you can get help from the following resources:
Urgence Santé : 911
Centre de prévention du suicide du Québec (Quebec suicide prevention centre) : 1-866-277-3553
Centre de prévention du suicide le Faubourg (Le Faubourg suicide prevention centre): 1-866-277-3553 or 450-569-0101
Response line available 24/7 for people experiencing distress (with or WITHOUT thoughts of suicide). Also available for those worried about their loved ones, and to those mourning after a suicide.
Centre de crise Soleil Levant - Laurentides (crisis centre): 450-430-4647
General assistance services
Info-social 811, option 2 : To quickly contact a psychosocial intervention professional 24/7
Info-Santé : 811
Directory of community social services in the Laurentians: : 211
Tel-Aide : 514-935-1101