Local Resources

Emergency Shelters (Vancouver-based)

• The Bloom Group - Powell Place Women's Shelter
  604-606-0403
  Emergency shelter for self-identifying women in Vancouver.

• Covenant House Vancouver
  604-685-7474
  Provides shelter and services for homeless youth aged 16-24.

  • Accessibility: Inclusive for LGBTQ+ youth.

Hotlines (Vancouver-based)

• Crisis Centre BC (Vancouver)
  1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)
  24/7 support for individuals in crisis, including those experiencing suicidal thoughts.

  • Accessibility: Text option available (send “HELLO” to 686868 for youth, or “WELLNESS” to 741741 for adults).

Food Banks (Vancouver-based)

• Greater Vancouver Food Bank
  604-876-3601
  Providing free food for those in need in the Greater Vancouver area.

• Food Stash Foundation
  604-880-8317
  Rescues surplus food from retailers and redistributes it to those facing food insecurity.