General Information, Government Services

This is a good place to start if you are looking for general information about mental illness or would like to access government services.

ORGANIZATION
(website)
PHONE

DESCRIPTION

LOCATION

Anxiety CanadaWebsiteInformation and various online resources for anxiety disorders [E/F]Canada
Bonjour SantéWebsiteHelps you find a doctor or a specialist and book an appointment [E/F] $$QC
Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health613-237-2144 x323Advocacy, resources, and general information about mental illness [E] Canada
Canadian Mental Health AssociationWebsiteResources, publications, referrals to local services [E/F]Canada
Canadian Psychiatric Association613-234-2815
1-800-267-1555
Education, publications, advocacy, resources, association for psychiatrists in Canada [E/F]Canada
Canadian Psychological Association613-237-2144
1-888-472-0657
Professional association for psychology, information on practitioners [E/F]Canada
Centre d’expertise en gestion de la santé et de la sécurité du travail (Université Laval)418-656-2131 x402688Information on work-related mental health problems, prevention and compensation [E/F] QC
CLSC de Pierrefonds (Guichet d'accès)514-630-2225 x3939Entry point for mental health services [E/F]Montreal (West Island)
CMHA Montreal514-521-4993Resources, publications, referrals to local services [E/F]Montreal
Community Health and Social Services Network (CHSSN)418-684-2289
1-855-684-2289
Aims to improve access to healthcare and social services for English speakers; many programs and resources [E]QC
Health Canada1-866-225-0709Federal department that helps Canadians maintain & improve their health [E/F]Canada
Information and Referral Centre of Greater Montréal514-527-1388Information on community resources, referrals; listing of non-profit organizations [E/F]Montreal
InfoSanté (Santé et Services Sociaux Quebec) 811Information about health-related topics, find your local CLSC [E/F]QC
Med-Effect Canada1-866-225-0709Info about medications & side-effects, no medical advice [E/F]Canada
Ministere Emploi & Solidarité Sociale514-873-4000
1-877-767-8773
Ministry for all info regarding gov. assistance, i.e. filing complaints, social assistance [E/F]QC
Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux514-644-4545
1-877-644-4545
Ministry of health and social services of Quebec [E/F]Quebec
Montreal Volunteer Bureau514-842-3351Listing of volunteer positions and organizations in Montreal area [E/F]Montreal
Mood Disorders Association Of Ontario416-486-8046
1-888-486-8236
Support groups, information, education for bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression [E]ON
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)1-800-950-6264Information, advocacy, education; support and programs available [E/S]USA
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)1-866-615-6464Outreach, education, publications, research and statistics, referrals 24/7 [E]USA
National Network for Mental HealthWebsite Advocacy, education, expertise and resources for people living w/ mental illness [E] Canada
Office des Personnes Handicapés QC1-800-567-1465Resources, information, and publications for handicapped individuals [some E/F]QC
Public Health Agency of Canada1-844-280-5020Health and safety information, disease prevention [E/F] Canada
Register to find a family doctor - Quebec GovernmentWebsiteGet on the waiting list to find a family doctor [E/F]QC
Retraite Quebec514-873-2433
1-800-463-5185
Information on Quebec Pension Plan and disability benefits [E/F]Quebec
Santé MontréalWebsiteInformation on health and social services in Montreal [E/F]Montreal
Schizophrenia Society of Canada1-204-320-3188Information, education, advocacy, support programs for those affected by schizophrenia [E]Canada
Service Canada1-800-622-6232Lists all Canadian government services [E/F]Canada
Societé d'Habitation du Quebec1-800-463-4315General housing information, subsidized housing program for low-income individuals and families [E/F]QC