Halton Suicide Prevention Coalition

Site: Online/Web Service

Service: BeSafe App

Record #: OAK0252
Last Full Update: 24 Jun 2026

Contact Information

Office Phone No public telephone number
Crisis Phone Emergency, call 9-1-1

Non-emergency contact:
  • 16 yrs and over, COAST at 1-877-825-9011
  • 17 yrs and under, ROCK at 905-878-9785
E-Mail besafeapp@mindyourmind.ca
Website https://besafeapp.ca
Social Media X (Twitter) X (Twitter), Instagram Instagram
Primary Contact Andrew Needham, Community Information Database Assistant, Oakville Public Library; Email: andrew.needham@oakville.ca
Alternate Contact Melanie McGregor, Manager, Health Education and Accreditation, Canadian Mental Health Association - Halton Region Branch; Email: MMcgregor@cmhahrb.ca

Description and Service Details

Description (Service)

Provides a free mobile application that supports individuals experiencing or preparing for a mental health or substance use crisis

  • Personalized safety planning tools
  • Crisis support and service navigation guidance
  • Guided questions to identify appropriate supports during a crisis
  • Information on accessing crisis services and what to expect when seeking help
  • Information on patient rights when accessing mental health services
  • Directory of local, provincial, and territorial mental health and addiction resources across Canada
  • Available for Apple and Android devices
  • Does not replace emergency services or professional clinical care

Halton resources in the app are maintained by the Halton Suicide Prevention Coalition, CMHA Halton and Halton Information Providers

Hours

App available Mon-Sun 24 hours

Areas Served Halton Region
Eligibility Ages: 12 year(s) and up
Application

Download the app through your app store, or visit website

Languages English
Fees None

Site Information

Located In Community Halton Region
Address & Map
Halton Region, ON
Physical Access Not Applicable - No physical address

Categories and Classification

HCSD Main Heading Emergency / Crisis
HCSD Sub Heading Distress Lines Including Chat & Text
Service Categories Internet Information Resources ~ Mental Health Issues ; Internet Information Resources ~ Suicide Issues ; Suicide Prevention Programs

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