Recognizing we are all in this together, OTIP has compiled a list of resources to help connect you with the resources you need. Whether it is access to mental health services, crisis help lines, or tools for speaking to your children about anxiety and dealing with change, we are here to support you.

 

Caring for your mental well-being

To support your mental health throughout the school year, check out our Caring for your mental well-being campaign. You can access mental health-related information, resources and expert contributions.

 

OTIP Wellness Programs

OrganizationContact InformationDescription of Service
Starling MindsMore information about the Starling Minds program can be found at member.starlingminds.com.
Questions about the program can be directed to members@starlingminds.com
Starling Minds is a self-guided digital program that is available 24/7, private, and tailored to you. Access tools to help better manage your mental health including daily checkups, guided training sessions, and a supportive community. Based on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, it can be used with medication or in-person therapy.
Ready to get started? Here are your access codes:
  • OTIP members/customers: member
  • Eligible family members: familymember
ALAViDA

Go to try.alavida.com/otip. To create an account on the ALAViDA TRAiL, scroll down and click the “Sign up” button. You will be directed to a registration page where you can fill in your information.

In case of any issues, you can email clientservices@alavida.com or call 1.888.315.3634 for support.

ALAViDA offers confidential, evidence-based substance use support from the privacy of your smartphone. The TRAiL is a secure platform where you can track your journey and access self-guided resources available 24/7. No awkward conversations, no shame and 100% confidential.

FeelingBetterNowfeelingbetternow.comFeelingBetterNow is an online resource available to eligible OTIP members that helps employees identify mental health issues. FeelingBetterNow has compiled several online resources to help OTIP members and their families. Watch the video to learn how you can start FeelingBetterNow®.

 

Mental Health Organizations and Services

Organization

Contact Information

Description of Service 

CAMH

camh.ca

This resource offers FAQs, helpful information on managing stress and anxiety, suggestions for quarantine and isolation and information on the stigma and prejudice that can be associated with COVID-19.

CMHA

cmha.ca

The Canadian Mental Health Association has several online resources to address anxiety and support mental health concerns. 

Bounce Back Ontario

bouncebackontario.ca

This free, skill-building program is designed to help adults and youth manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress and worry. Bounce Back Ontario offers online videos and over-the-phone coaching, providing tools to support you on your path to mental wellness.

Homewood Health

homewoodhealth.com/health-centre

Homewood Health provides a range of mental health services to Canadians and has one of the largest mental health and addiction treatment facilities in the country. 

PSAC

psacunion.ca

The Public Service Alliance of Canada offers mental health resources for people struggling with their mental health.

Wellness Together Canadahttps://ca.portal.gs/Free counselling, tools and support for all Canadians. Get connected to mental health and substance use support, resources and counselling with a mental health professional.

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Mindfulness and Meditation Resources

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Mental Health/Crisis Line Telephone Services

Organization

Contact Information

Description of Service

Kids Help Phone (24 Hours)1-800-668-6868
kidshelpphone.ca
Canada's only national support service that runs 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Kids Help Phone offers professional online and telephone counselling, information and volunteer-led, text-based support in English and French across Canada.

 

Kids Help Phone has expanded its mandate to include former youth in care of any age. 

First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line (24Hours)1-855-242-3310
www.hopeforwellness.ca
Immediate, culturally competent telephone counselling, 24 hours a day, seven days a week and is available in English, French and upon request in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.
Telehealth Ontario1-866-797-0000
health.gov.on.ca
This free, confidential telephone service connects you to health advice or general health information from a Registered Nurse.
211 OntarioDial 211
211ontario.ca
Call 211 to find a wide range of mental health supports available across Ontario.
Alberta Health Service – Text4Hope ProgramText COVID19HOPE to 393939
albertahealthservices.ca
This free program sends out daily messages to subscribers with advice and encouragement helpful in developing healthy personal coping skills and resiliency. There is no cost to this service, community members simply need to subscribe to the program.  
 
Assaulted Women's Helpline1-866-863-0511 (Toll Free)
1-866-863-7868 (TTY)
416-863-0511 (Toronto)
awhl.org
This 24-hour telephone and TTY crisis line is available to all woman who have experienced abuse including. Services include counselling, emotional support, information and referrals.
Good2Talk1-866-925-5454
good2talk.ca
Good2talk provides free, confidential support services for post-secondary students in in Ontario.
Naseeha Youth Helpline1-866-627-3342
naseeha.org
Naseeha Youth Helpline is a confidential helpline for young Muslims, offering immediate, anonymous and confidential support over the phone.
Trans Lifeline1-877-330-6366
translifeline.org
This is a peer support service run by trans people, for trans and questioning callers. It connects trans people to the community and offers support and resources that are needed to survive and thrive.
LGBT Youth Line1-800-268-9688
Text 647-694-4275
Chat youthline.ca
This confidential and non-judgmental peer support operates telephone, text and chat services for lesbian, gay bisexual, transgender, transsexual, two-spirited, queer and questioning young people.

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Helping young children

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Youth Resources

Organization

Resource

Description of Service

Kids Help Phone

Resources around me

This Kids Help Phone tool allows you to find youth-based resources specific to your geographic location.

Kids Help Phone

How can I cope with my feelings about the future?

Kids Help Phone offers advice about processing feelings that is written in a way that youth can relate to and will understand.

CMHA

Tips on how to manage your mental health 

Canadian Mental Health Association offers tips for youth to manage their mental health.

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