HOPE CAN'T WAIT

A National Coalition for Suicide Prevention in Canada

A national coalition of organizations, professionals, communities, and people with lived and living experience working together to advance coordinated, measurable, and sustained suicide prevention across Canada.

Coalition Members

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A National Strategy

460+

Canadians Adding Their Name

25+

Organizations Making the Call for Action

7+

Advocacy and Awareness Events Held 

Hope Can't Wait: 
Email Your MP Now 

Take 30 seconds and email your MP requesting the creation and implementation of a comprehensive national suicide prevention strategy.

History of Suicide Prevention in Canada

Progress has been made in the prevention of suicide in Canada over the last number of years.

The CASP Blueprint

In 2004, CASP issued the first edition of a blueprint for a fully comprehensive national suicide prevention strategy in Canada. In 2009, CASP issued the second edition. 

Upcoming Events

Explore upcoming events, join important conversations, and discover opportunities to connect with others working toward a stronger, more coordinated approach to suicide prevention.

HOPE CAN'T WAIT

A national movement for a comprehensive Canadian Suicide Prevention Strategy.

Need Support?

If you or someone you know is in crisis in Canada, call or text 988. If there is immediate danger, call 911. Visit hopecantwait.ca/support-lines for more resources.

 

Hope Can't Wait is a project of the Office of Joshua Bell, a federally registered non-profit focused on mental health education and storytelling.
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