Crisis Centre
Campus emergencies
Emergency contacts
Police, Fire, Ambulance
9-1-1
University
Campus security (Office of Campus Safety)
Ext. 2400 from any campus phone, or 905.721.3211 (24 hours)
security@dc-ot.ca
Campus Health Centre
905.721.3037
Campus Walk program
Ext. 2400 from any campus phone, or 905.721.3211
Local
Provincial
- Ontario Emergency Information
- Ontario Emergency Planning and Preparedness
- Ontario Emergency Management
National
Faculty and Staff Supports
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
1.844.671.3327
The Employee Assistance Program is a free, confidential support service available to employees and their dependents 24/7/365, providing immediate crisis response and support. - Support our People
Getting Help: Visit the Wellness at Work: How to Get Help: Accessing Support webpage for additional support resources.
Giving Help: If you know someone who needs help, learn how to help with REACH Guidelines for: 1. Employees Supporting Colleagues and 2. Faculty Supporting Students
Mental and sexual health
Connex Ontario
1.866.531.2600
ConnexOntario provides free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental illness and/or gambling. We are funded by the Government of Ontario.
Durham Mental Health Crisis Line
905.666.0483
1.800.742.1890
Durham Mental Health Services (DMHS) is a charitable not-for-profit agency providing services and supports to individuals and families who are living with mental health concerns.
Good2Talk
1.866.925.5454
Good2Talk is a free, confidential helpline for post-secondary students in Ontario. By calling Good2Talk, students can receive information and referrals about services and supports for mental health, addictions and well-being on and off campus or speak anonymously with a professional counsellor.
Ontario Shores Crisis Line
1.800.263.2679
Ontario Shores is a public teaching hospital providing a range of specialized assessment and treatment services to those living with complex and serious mental illness.
Ontario Tech Student LifeLine
905.721.3392
studentlifeline@ontariotechu.ca
If you are experiencing an emotional crisis on campus during business hours, call the Student LifeLine.
Ongoing support and resources
Mental health resources and counselling appointments are available through Student Mental Health Services.
Support and education around sexual violence prevention and protocols are available on the Sexual Violence Support and Education webpage.
