Ambulance, Fire, Police
9-1-1

If you, or someone in your care, has chest pains, difficulty breathing or severe bleeding, it could be life-threatening. Call 911 or your local emergency number immediately. ​

HealthLink BC
8-1-1
7-1-1 for hearing impaired

This free, 24-hour non-emergency multi-lingual telephone service is staffed by trained registered nurses, pharmacists and dieticians who can help answer your health-related questions or visit their website.

Poison Control
1 (800) 567-8911

If you are concerned about a possible poisoning or exposure to a toxic substance, call Poison Control's toll free number immediately.

Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre
(604) 872-3311
​1 (866) 872-0113 for hearing impaired

​Confidential, non-judgmental, free emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including feelings which may lead to suicide.

Addiction Services (detox)
1 (866) 658-1221

​A network of direct and contracted addiction services for substance use problems, including counselling, needle exchange, opiate replacement therapy, withdrawal management and youth prevention.

Vancouver Costal Health
www.vch.ca

Vancouver Costal Health offers a wide array of resources and answers to frequently asked questions for all your emergency medical needs. Click the button below to learn more.

VCH Emergency Care Information