09/30/2025
If today is heavy, you’re not alone. 🧡
and can bring up deep pain, grief, and memories — not just today, but every day.
For Survivors, families, and Indigenous communities, this time can be especially difficult. Please know that support is available, 24/7.
Crisis & Support Lines for Indigenous People:
📞 National Indian Residential School Crisis Line
1-866-925-4419 (24/7)
For Survivors and others affected by residential schools.
📞 Hope for Wellness Helpline
1-855-242-3310 | hopeforwellness.ca (chat available)
Culturally grounded mental health support in English, French, and upon request — Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut.
📞 Mi’kmaq Crisis and Referral Line (NS)
1-855-379-2099
Confidential, culturally relevant support for Mi’kmaq community members in Nova Scotia.
📞 Kids Help Phone
1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
24/7 mental health support for children and youth, including Indigenous-specific services.
📞 Nova Scotia Native Women’s Association
Offers programs, healing circles, and trauma-informed supports for Indigenous women and families.
There is strength in reaching out. There is power in healing.
+1 902-893-7402 communications@nsnwa.net
Whether you're carrying your own story or walking alongside someone else — you are seen, and you are held in care.
