Youth & Young Adults

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Mental health is an essential part of a youth and young adult's overall well-being that is just as important as their physical health. In fact, early mental and emotional development creates the foundation for later success.

Youth and young adult's mental health has been challenged in new ways too over the past 2 to 3 years. In addition to the usual challenges of young adulthood, many families have had to deal with the loss of loved ones (or separation from distant loved ones), the fear of getting sick, and the consequences of remote learning and school closures. Resources below will hopefully guide you or your loved ones to the help you need:

Resources

Last Updated: February 6, 2026

Foundary

For those ages 12-24, a health and wellness resource, services and supports guides online and through integrated service centres in communities across BC.

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Here2talk

Here2talk provides free counselling 24/7 to any post-secondary student (full or part time) and is funded by the bc government.

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Dealing with Depression: Antidepressant Skills for Teens

A guided workbook for teens explaining depression and its three main antidepressant skills one can use to help overcome or prevent it.

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Jack

Young leaders identify and dismantle barriers to positive mental health in their communities

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Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre

Helping families with children and youth across the province of BC navigate the mental health system, connect with peer support, and access resources and tools to support well-being. (A BC Children's Hospital Resource)

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