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Ambulance – Fire – Police – Other:ÌýDial 9-1-1

: 1-800-463-5060

: 1-866-277-3553

: (514) 933-9007 or 1-888-933-9007

Bilingual services free of charge to anyone who has been a victim of sexual assault, sexual abuse or incest. Services are also offered to the victim’s family and close friends.

(Urgence dépendance):Ìý514 288-1515

: 1-800-668-6868

(multiple resources): (514) 935-1101

: phone: 1-800-263-2266Ìý Ìý Ìý text: 514-600-1002

Spousal Abuse (): 1-800-363-9010

Ìý: helpline: 1-855-242-3310 and

Ìý1-866-532-2822 (1-866-LE CAVAC)

Free and confidential support, help and services to victims and witnesses of criminal acts, and members of their family.

ÌýDial 811

Promptly puts you in contact with a nurse in case of aÌýnon-urgentÌýhealth issue.ÌýThe service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Nurses evaluate your health situation and give advice based on your condition.They can answer your questions about your health and direct you to the most appropriate resource in your region. Calling Info-Santé 811 often helps avoid going to a medical clinic or emergency room.

ÌýDial 811

Puts you in contact with a psychosocial intervention worker in the event of a psychosocial problem. Offer advice and may answer psychosocial-related questions.

Ìý(514) 281-8998 extension 246

Drop-in clinic for:

  • Migrant people with a precarious status (men/women/children)
  • People without the provincial health insurance card and not eligible for the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP)
  • Undocumented migrants
  • People in a precarious financial situation

This clinicÌýdoes notÌýserve people travelling to Canada (tourists) or residents of other Canadian provinces.

To put your name on the waiting list to find a family doctor who is accepting new patients.

For those who might need a bit of assistance, we came up with a simple guide to help you through the process.ÌýRegistering with a family doctor

Information about all the health and social services available to the population residing on the CISSS territory.

Ìý514-934-0354 ;Ìý1801, boul. de Maisonneuve Ouest, Montréal ; métro Guy Concordia

The local public health center providing care and services to the population residing in the area. They will also provide certain services to Dawson students even if they don’t live in the area: make sure to mention you are a Dawson college student when you contact them.

514-932-2122;Ìý1538, Sherbrooke O. Montreal (QC) H3G 1L5

For international students without Quebec medicare, willing to pay for medical services, blood tests and STI testing. General medecine services with or without appointment. Also offers specialized medical services, a medical laboratory and multiple other subsidiary services. Open 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week.

: 211

211 is anÌýinformation and referral serviceÌýthat refers citizens towards community organisations, public and parapublic services and programs near them.

Disease and injuries prevention, good physical and mental health promotion, and information to support informed decision making.

Expert content on a variety of health topics.

Health information and education provided by a team of Columbia University (New York) health promotion specialists, health care providers, and other health professionals.

Information about services and support available for various issues.

Information on ²Ï³Üé²ú±ð³¦ Health Insurance Card, prescription drug insurance, registration, eligibility, temporary stays outsideÌý²Ï³Üé²ú±ð³¦, aid programs, etc.

You missed your dose or forgot to take your birth control method on time? Here is a guide by to taking contraception after a missed dose and strategies to reduce your risk of pregnancy.

ÌýInformation on sexuality, pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), contraception, sexual and gender orientation, drug facilitated sexual assault and more!

Ìý phone line: (514) 271-0554

Accurate, credible, and up-to-date information and education on topics related to sexual and reproductiveÌýhealth.

Ìý 514-700-4411

Montreal’s free, confidential texting helpline forÌýquestions about sexual health or dating.

line: (514) 527-0928

: (514) 933-9007 or 1-888-933-9007

Bilingual services free of charge to anyone who has been a victim of sexual assault, sexual abuse or incest. Services are also offered to the victim’s family and close friends.

Ìý 514-684-2198

Bilingual, free and confidential support forÌýwomen and teens agedÌý14 and overÌýwho have survived sexual assault.

Ìý 514-251-0323

Free and confidential support for french-speaking women and teens agedÌý14 and overÌýwho have survived sexual assault.

Ìý514-529-5567

Information and support for men who have survived sexual assault in their youth.

Association of regional organizations dedicated to promoting the cause of sexual assault victims.

Campaign to raise awareness about the prevalence of sexual violence and the importance of consent education in university and college communities in Quebec. Effective tools on how to properly react when witnessing sexual violence and to improve access to resources for victims/survivors of sexual violence.

Ìý

A short video using tea as a simple yet effective way to explain sexual consent.

Ìý 514-521-7778

Confidential and free information for gay, bisexual, cisgender and transgender men, whose focus is overall health promotion as well as the prevention of HIV/AIDS and other STIs.

(formerly Gay Line): (514) 826-8806

English-Speaking LGBTQ+ Community organisation whose mission is to combat homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, queerphobia, intersexism and heterosexism.

(formelrly Gai Ecoute): Mtl: (514) 866-0103Ìý Chat and toll-free number: 1-888-505-1010

Services to all those concerned with sexual orientation and gender identity

Ìý: (514) 989-4585

Promotion of the personal, social, sexual and mental well being of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, two-spirit, intersexed and questioning youth and adults 14-25.

ÿÈÕÓ°ÊÓ Counselling and development

Dawson Student Assistance Program (DSAP)Ìý – keep.meSAFE

: 1-800-668-6868

(bilingual): (514) 935-1101

Ìý(bilingual): phone: 1-800-263-2266; text: 514-600-1002; chat and email also available

Ìý(in french, mostly) Montréal :Ìý514 278-2130ÌýÌýSans frais :Ìý1 844 294-2130

Helpline for those dealing with emotional distress related to various issues (loneliness, bereavement, anxiety, family issues, etc.) of a non urgent nature. Also offers support groups. Helpline available 8am to midnight, 7 days a week.

514-737-3604

Psychosocial assistance and referral centre, and helpline. Services available in multiple languages (arabic, english, french, persian, russian, spanish).

Interactive tools and innovative resources to build capacity and resilience,Ìýyoung people having worked directly with facilitators, content experts, and designers to brainstorm, design, and develop those resources.

Online, self-help, and evidence-based resources on anxiety and anxiety disorders.

Providing information and resources about self-injury to those who self-injure, those who have recovered, and those who want to help.

Organization devoted to those affected by anxiety, depressive or bipolar disorders and dedicated to providing information on anxiety and mood disorders, as well as tools and workshops to build and maintain good mental health in spite of living with a disorder.

1 866 REVIVRE (738-4873)ÌýToll-free support line available across Canada, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ìý: (514) 486-1448

Non-profit organization that helps families manage the effects of mental illness through support, education, guidance, and advocacy.

Issues related toÌýsubstance use and addictionÌýthat affect the health and safety of Canadians.

Ìý(in french)

Information on addiction.

Objective information about psychoactive substances, emerging trends in substance use, methods to limit risky behaviors and negative consequences. Some sections in French only.

: online and by phone: (514) 527-2626 and 1-800-265-2626

Support, information and referral to people coping with addiction throughout ²Ï³Üé²ú±ð³¦.

Ìý(514) 982-1232

Various services for young Montrealers (24 y.o. and less) offered by the Centre de r̩adaptation en d̩pendance de Montr̩al РInstitut universitaire.

Promotion of sensible drug policy, harm reduction awareness, and dissemination of evidence-based educational resources.

(mostly in french)ÌýÌý(514) 527-6939

Centre of expertise and treatment of opioid-dependance disorders.

Comprehensive research-based information on issues related to alcohol abuse and binge drinking among college students.

Research on the impact of alcohol use on human health and well-being

Ìý1-877-777-4386

Drug rehab, alcohol rehab, addiction treatment center.

: (514) 376-9230

Ìý/Ìý: (514) 866-9803Ìý

Support for family members of alcoholics.

(French)

Information on alcohol abuse, drug abuse and problem gambling.

: (514) 484-6666

: online and by phone: (514) 527-0140 or 1-800-461-0140

Support, information and referral to people coping with gambling addiction throughout ²Ï³Üé²ú±ð³¦.

: 1-866-527-7383

Strategies and specialist assistance to help you quit smoking.


Ìý: text-message service to help you quit smoking

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Lung health promotion and prevention and management of lung disease.

Health Canada information about vaping, tobacco products, effects of smoking, second-hand smoke, prevention and quitting.

: program and handbook to help you learn about why you smoke, how to quit and how to stay quit once you get there.

Physical activity tips for Ìý and

ÌýHealth Canada Food and Nutrition page

Book (french)

Book on healthy and affordable nutrition and nutrition-related services for students, from a Université de Montréal group of Nutrition experts

American independent, science-based consumer advocacy organization aiming to improve the food system to support healthy eating.

(mostly french)

Information on positive body image and healthy weight management

ÌýHELP AND REFERENCE LINE: 1 800 630-0907 and 514 630-0907 ; TEXTING SERVICE AT 1-800-630-0907

Free, immediate and specialized help to people with an eating disorder and to their loved ones.

(french)

About weight-loss products, services and methods to reach a healthy body weight.

Ìýtoll-free helpline: 1-866-633-4220

Canadian resources on eating disorders & weight preoccupation

American organization supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders

, from University of Buffalo

Tips and resources to help you maintain your physical health, decrease stress and deal with challenging emotional situations.

Workbook on , from Queen’s University

To help you free yourself from self-criticism andÌýfeelings of low self-worth, and to relate to yourself with more flexibility and kindness.

Workbook on , from Queen’s University

To help you understandÌýanxiety and learn basic anxiety management techniques, as well as coping strategies for specific types of anxiety.

Workbook on , from Queen’s University

To help you understand your mood, develop practical problem solving skills, and learn to manage your mood.

Workbook onÌý

ÌýStrategies



Last Modified: December 1, 2023