Fraser Health Resources for Supporting Students
Fraser Health is sharing resources for staff and families who may be engaging in difficult conversations in the coming weeks regarding the shooting in Tumbler Ridge. Schools and school districts have several resources available for students and families who may be struggling.
Fraser Health encourages young people to reach out for help if they experience:
• Persistent sadness, fear, or anxiety
• Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
• Withdrawal from friends or activities
• Feeling overwhelmed or unsafe
• Thoughts of self-harm
Help is available, and no concern is too small.
Fraser Health resources available include:
Youth Mental Health Support Resources
Available to support young people and families following the tragic Tumbler Ridge event.
Youth may experience grief, fear, or overwhelming emotions after a traumatic community event. The following free, confidential supports are available, including crisis lines, virtual care, in‑person services, and school‑connected teams.
24/7 Crisis & Immediate Support
Kids Help Phone (National)
• Phone: 1‑800‑668‑6868
• Text: CONNECT to 686868
• Chat: kidshelpphone.ca
• Professional counselling and crisis response for youth.
Fraser Health Crisis Line
• Phone: 1‑877‑820‑7444
• 24/7 emotional support, crisis intervention, and connection to local services.
KUU-US Indigenous Youth Crisis Line
• Youth: 1‑250‑723‑2040
• Toll-Free: 1‑800‑588‑8717
• Indigenous led, culturally sensitive crisis support.
START (Short-Term Assessment, Response, Treatment)
• Crisis response for ages 6–18 in Fraser Health.
• Access via START Team at 1-844-START11
Integrated Child & Youth (ICY) Teams
Early intervention mental health and substance‑use services for children and youth. Available in Maple Ridge, Mission, Fraser Cascade, Surrey, and Delta. Access through your school counsellor, youth worker, or school support team. Teams include clinicians, Indigenous support workers, peer support, and connection to community services.
Foundry Youth Wellness (Ages 12–24)
Free mental health, substance use, peer support, primary care, and navigation.
Foundry Virtual
• Phone: 1‑833‑308‑6379
• Online/App: foundrybc.ca/virtual
• Daily drop‑in counselling, peer support, and groups.
Foundry Abbotsford
• 101‑32555 Simon Ave | 604‑746‑3392
Foundry Langley
• 20616 Eastleigh Crescent | 604‑546‑2700
Resources for Families
Feelingsfirst.ca: Resources to help you and your child to communicate and discuss feelings and emotions.
Getting help for your child's mental health: Know when and how to access mental health support for your child.
Dealing with Crisis
How to cope with upsetting news stories - Kids Help Phone
Coping with tragedy - Kids Help Phone
How to help a friend dealing with grief - Kids Help Phone