Key phone numbers
These services can help with urgent and everyday needs. Ask whether interpretation is available when language support is important to you.
Emergency
- 911
Police, fire and ambulance
Any threat to life or safety.
- 988
Suicide Crisis Helpline
Call or text at any hour.
- 1 800 268 9017
Poison centre
If someone swallows something harmful.
Health
- 811
Health811
Free advice from a registered nurse, day and night.
- 1 866 531 2600
ConnexOntario
Mental health, addiction and gambling referrals.
- 811
Telehealth for pregnancy and parenting
Ask for maternal and newborn support.
Housing and community
- 211
211 Ontario
Directory of community services in many languages.
- 1 888 332 3234
Landlord and Tenant Board
Rent disputes, repairs and eviction hearings.
- 311
311
City services in many municipalities.
Safety and legal
- 1 866 863 0511
Assaulted Women Helpline
Support and shelter referrals.
- 1 800 668 6868
Kids Help Phone
For young people. Text CONNECT to 686868.
- 1 800 531 5551
Ministry of Labour
Unpaid wages and workplace safety.
- 1 866 625 5179
Human Rights Legal Support Centre
Discrimination complaints.
Last reviewed: August 5, 2026