Life can feel overwhelming sometimes — but you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you’re looking for mental health support, a safe space to connect, or tools to make healthier choices, help is out there. Call or text 2-1-1 to get connected with local resources.
Here's just a few trusted local resources designed with youth, for youth:
Hands – TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca
Free mental health and family services for children and youth, including counselling and crisis support.
📞 1-800-668-8555
🔗 Visit Hands
CMHA North Bay & District – Peer Support Services
A safe, judgment-free space offering peer mentoring, life skills, drop-ins, and group programs.
📞 705-476-4088
🔗 Learn More
OUTLoud North Bay
A welcoming, inclusive community space for LGBTQ+ youth and allies with peer support and activities.
📞 705-498-7438
🔗 Visit OUTLoud
Youth Wellness Hub Sudbury
A one-stop shop for ages 12–25, offering mental health, addictions, peer support, employment, and health care — all in one place.
📞 705-618-5360
🔗 Visit YWHO Sudbury
CMHA Sudbury/Manitoulin – Youth Services
Free counselling, crisis supports, and group programs to support youth mental wellness.
📞 705-675-7252
🔗 Learn More
N’Swakamok Native Friendship Centre – Youth Program
Safe cultural programming, peer support, and mentorship for Indigenous youth.
📞 705-674-2128
🔗 Visit NNFC
Youth Wellness Hub Timmins
Drop-in space for ages 12–25 with counselling, health care, peer support, education, and housing supports.
📞 705-288-0611
🔗 Visit YWHO Timmins
CMHA Cochrane-Timiskaming
Free mental health and addictions support, crisis services, and youth programs across the region.
📞 705-267-8100
🔗 Learn More
Timmins Native Friendship Centre – Youth Program
Cultural teachings, mentorship, and youth leadership opportunities for Indigenous youth.
📞 705-268-6262
🔗 Visit TNFC
Need Help Right Away?
If you’re ever in crisis, you can always reach out for immediate support:
Your smoke-free journey starts here.
You already know smoking and vaping are bad — and pricey. What you might not know is how much support is out there to help you quit. Here are some tools to get you started.
Youth-Friendly Smoking & Vaping Cessation Apps
Quash - A judgment-free app designed specifically for youth aged 14–30 to help quit smoking or vaping. It offers personalized quit plans, tracks cravings, and provides tools and tips. Free on the App Store and Google Play.
quitSTART - A free smartphone app that provides tailored tips, inspiration, and challenges to help you quit smoking. It includes features like tracking your progress and managing cravings. Free on the App Store and Google Play.
Crush the Crave – Vape Edition - An app that provides supportive messages, virtual awards, and tools for dealing with cravings. It helps track the number of days you're vape-free and the money saved. Free on the App Store and Google Play.