NDP statement on World Suicide Prevention Day « Canada’s NDP

September 10, 2024 at 2:15 am  Federal, Politics

NDP Mental Health and Harm Reduction Critic Gord Johns made the following statement:

“Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, we stand with those struggling with their mental health and think of the families and loved ones who tragically lost someone they love to suicide.

Every day, approximately 12 Canadians die by suicide, and more than 200 people attempt suicide. Each loss has a profound impact on the loved ones left behind and on our communities. Each and every loss is one too many.

The 2024-2026 theme for World Suicide Prevention Day is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide,” and the call to action is “Start the Conversation.”

We can all be part of the solution by building a culture of openness and support rather than silence and stigma. We can have conversations that break down barriers and advocate for policies that improve support for people who are struggling.

The NDP has been and will always fight and advocate for accessible mental health care for all Canadians so everyone can get the help they need in their darkest times.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911. For those experiencing thoughts of suicide, there is help available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the following resources:

  • Canada’s Suicide Crisis Helpline provides bilingual, trauma-informed, culturally appropriate support by calling or texting 9-8-8.
  • Kids Help Phone provides confidential and anonymous support to Canadians aged 5-29. Call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868 to access the service.
  • Hope for Wellness Helpline provides support for First Nations, Inuit, and Metis by Phone at 1-855-242-3310 or via chat at https://www.hopeforwellness.ca/”

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