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Prioritizing and addressing your mental health both in the workplace and at home is the right thing to do – not just for yourself but for your family, friends and co-workers.
If you, or someone you know, is struggling with mental health – you’re not alone. Mental health issues and substance use disorders affect one in five Canadians (or over 6.7 million nationwide) and is a leading cause of disability in this country preventing nearly 500,000 employed Canadians from attending work each week.
Below you will find a list of mental health support links and downloadable resources to help forestry workers access mental health information.
If you are experiencing an immediate mental health crisis, call 911 or head to your nearest emergency department.
Mental Health Program for BC Forestry Workers
Connection to Care (website link)
Connection to Care is a FREE phone service providing anonymous and confidential support to BC forestry workers and local government workers in BC. The service can be used by all forestry workers across British Columbia—no matter your role, experience or sector. Whether you work in silviculture, harvesting, log hauling, sawmills or wood‑pellet operations, this service is here for you.
If you’re part of BC’s forestry workforce in any capacity, you’re welcome to call. It’s free, anonymous & confidential
- Call 778-247-2273 (CARE), Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 8:00pm (PST) to speak with a trained mental health professional.
- Immediate Help: You do not need to be in crisis to use this service—sometimes a conversation is all it takes.
- Qualified Care: Support provided by Registered Clinical Counsellors and practicum graduate students under clinical supervision.
Mental Health Resource Websites and Resource Links
Access mental health resources and information from these websites.
| Connection to Care Mental Health Resources – a list of websites and support resources categorized by mental health needs. |
| BC Mental Health and Substance Use Support – list of BC organizations supporting mental health. |
| MindHealthBC – online directory of BC Mental Health resources and support services. |
| Heads Up Guys – online resource that supports men in their fight against depression. |
| Canadian Mental Health Association – advocacy, programs & resources to help with mental health and recovery support. |
| Here to Help – Information to help you manage your mental health and substance use. |
Crisis Intervention and Counselling Services
If you need help, contact one of these confidential support services.
| Connection to Care – a free mental health phone service for BC forestry workers | Call 778-247-2273 (CARE), Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 8:00pm (PST) to speak with a trained mental health professional. |
| KUU-US Crisis Response Service – crisis support for Indigenous peoples in BC. |
| Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention Centre – confidential, free emotional support service. |
| Crisis Services Canada |
| Find a BC Clinical Counsellor |
| Find a BC Psychologist |
Alcohol and Drugs in the Workplace
Impairment from substance use can cause physical and behavioural changes that affect people’s ability to work safely, putting them or co-workers at risk of injury.
Visit these websites to access self-assessment tools, information and resources to help you.
Employer Resources:
Video: How to Implement a Workplace Alcohol and Drug Program
Scroll down to access these downloadable resources:
- BCFSC Health Awareness Resources on Mental Health and Alcohol Use
- WorkSafeBC Guides on Managing Workplace Impairment
- BCMSA’s COVID-19 Psychological Support Toolkit
BCFSC does not imply or express any guarantee or compliance for your particular company situation.
