Working together to prevent suicide in Canada: The federal framework for suicide prevention 2022 progress report

This Progress Report provides an opportunity to share federal priorities and initiatives underway for suicide prevention. Over the last two years, we have embarked on key transformative initiatives, including the development and investment of 988, a three-digit suicide prevention and mental health crisis number for Canada. The Government of Canada is currently working to ensure that this new line has the capacity for a successful launch in fall 2023. This will include transitioning to 10-digit local dialling in areas where 7-digit dialing is still the norm, namely Newfoundland and Labrador, northern Ontario and the Yellowknife area. We have also partnered with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) to oversee the implementation of 988 and are working closely with our American counterparts to learn from their 4-year implementation process of a similar service launched earlier this year. This will ensure that we can deliver a high quality service that meets the current and future needs of Canadians.