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External Resources

Curated national and provincial resources for Canadian law students seeking mental health support.

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Crisis Resources

Crisis Services Canada

Crisis Line

National crisis hotline available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by phone and text.

1-833-456-4566

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Distress Centres of Ontario

Crisis Line

Province-wide distress line network. Connects callers to local distress centres across Ontario.

416-408-4357

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Kids Help Phone (all ages)

Crisis Line

Despite the name, Kids Help Phone serves all ages and offers 24/7 professional counselling by phone, text, and chat.

1-800-668-6868

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National Mental Health Resources

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)

National

National advocacy and resource organization for mental health in Canada, with provincial chapters offering local services.

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Mindwell-U

National

Free evidence-based mental health literacy program developed by Canadian researchers, available to anyone.

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Bounce Back

National

A free skill-building program for adults and youth 15+ experiencing mild to moderate depression and anxiety, offered through CMHA.

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Canadian Bar Association — Well-being in Law

Legal Profession

Resources specifically for legal professionals and law students, including research, toolkits, and community support.

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Lawyers Helping Lawyers (Ontario)

Legal Profession

Confidential support program for Ontario lawyers and law students, staffed by volunteer lawyers who have experienced similar challenges.

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Law Student Specific Resources

Holloran Center for Ethical Leadership

Law Students

Produces research and resources specifically on law student well-being, professional identity, and thriving in law school.

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Dave Nee Foundation — Uncommon Counsel

Law Students

Dedicated to raising awareness of depression and suicide among law students and legal professionals.

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Law Student Well-being (Ontario)

Law Students

A collaborative project providing resources tailored to Ontario law students including financial stress, articling, and transition resources.

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