World Suicide Prevention Day – Changing the Narrative on Suicide

The theme for World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) 2024-2026 is: “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”.

The aim of the theme is to raise awareness about the importance of changing the narrative – the way we look and talk about suicide.

It’s about shifting from a culture of silence and stigma to one of openness, understanding, and support.

Start the conversation today. Every chat, no matter how small, builds a more supportive and understanding society. Together, we can make a difference and prioritize suicide prevention, ensuring everyone gets the help they need.

Help:

Thompson – if in crisis – emergency response:

  • Youth (under 18) Mobile Crisis Services for Youth: 1-866-242-1571
  • Adults – Thompson General Hospital Emergency Department:  204-677-2381

Other local contacts:

  • Mental Wellness & Recovery – Administrative building: 204-677-5350
  • Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) – 204-677-6051

Provincially:

  • Manitoba Suicide Line – 1-877-435-7170

Nationally: 

  • Suicide Crisis Helpline – call or text 988
  • Translifeline – 1-877-330-6366

Suicide specific Website links:

https://reasontolive.ca/

https://988.ca/

https://translifeline.org/hotline/

https://suicideprevention.ca/

Other crisis Website links:

https://www.hopeforwellness.ca/ (Indigenous specific support)

https://klinic.mb.ca/crisis-support/ (Klinic crisis line for anyone)