Invisible Wounds

How to get help and share your story

If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs help, resources are available. In case of an emergency, please call 911. 911 can send immediate help. For a list of available mental health programs and services around Canada, please refer to the list below.

***IF SOMEONE IS AT IMMEDIATE RISK OF SUICIDE OR HAS JUST ATTEMPTED IT, CALL 911.***

Share your story

One of the common things we heard from the soldiers and veterans we spoke with is that sharing their story has helped them in their healing process – they want to encourage others to break their silence.

If you would like to share your story of dealing with mental health issues and PTSD with Global News please contact us using the form below. PLEASE do not use this contact form if you are in crisis, call 911 or refer to the list of resources available below.

National Resources

Mental Health resources for Canadian Armed Forces members and families

Veterans Affairs Crisis Line

Military Family Resources

Royal Canadian Legion

The Canadian Veterans Advocacy

Non-military Veterans Support Line

Suicide prevention

211.ca 

Issue-Specific Resources

Mental Health First Aid

PTSD Awareness

Drugs and Alcohol Helpline

Canadian Mental Health Association

SISIP Financial Services

VETS Canada

Wounded Warriors Canada

Operational Stress Injury Social Support

Casualty Support

Service Animals and Therapy

Mobile Apps

List courtesy of Send Up the Count – a social media campaign is encouraging soldiers to come together and act as a support system for fellow comrades who “have slipped or are slipping through the cracks.”