Support for BC’s 9-8-8 Suicide Helpline Highlighted
Today, the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, the Honourable Jill McKnight, visited Deltassit, a non-profit organization dedicated to the well being of the people of Delta, to highlight that the federal government will invest up to $120.2 million over the next two years to support the continued operations of the 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline, as announced by the Honorable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, on January 16, 2026.
9-8-8 ensures that help is always within reach for those in distress or concerned about a loved one. It connects callers and texters to caring professionals who provide safe, confidential, and supportive assistance to those in need.
The 9-8-8 network is comprised of 38 partners across Canada to deliver crisis support from trained responders through 9-8-8. Other partners include local crisis lines, provincial mental health services, and national organizations such as Kids Help Phone and Hope for Wellness.
https://www.canada.ca/en/veterans-affairs-canada/news/2026/01/minister-mcknight-highlights-continued-support-of-the-9-8-8-suicide-crisis-helpline-in-british-columbia.html