06/06/2023
GENERAL SUPPORT
The Red Cross offers a number of resources on its website for those impacted by wildfires. Checklists for household inventory, what to do when you can return to your home, things to consider when beginning reconstruction and major repair: Find this information here: https://www.redcross.ca/how-we-help/current-emergency-responses/atlantic-canada-wildfire-responses
Many children have been displaced by recent disasters, or are worried about their friends, families and the possibility that they could be victims of wildfire. CBC provided some insight into how to help kids with their emotions during difficult times like these
During times of intense stress, mental health can suffer. Fortunately, there are organizations poised to assist:
Youth: Kids' Help Phone
Indigenous & First Nations: Hope for Wellness
Counselling service : www.havenforhope.ca (NS & NB)
Psychology Today offers a searchable directory of resources with filters (issues, insurance, gender, etc). Those therapists who are either not accepting new clients or have a waitlist appear to be flagged as such, which will hopefully speed up the process of finding a good match. Online options are also listed.
Calling 211 in every Canadian province will connect you with Community Resource Navigators, who can look for assistance for many needs in your local area.
The National 211 Directory also shows alternative numbers to dial if your provider doesn't allow 211 calls.
Looking to help? The Red Cross is accepting donations toward Wildfire Relief on the ground.
The Red Cross is administering assistance up to $500 for those who were evacuated from their homes.
Register here
Small businesses impacted by the wildfires in Halifax and Shelburne may be eligible for relief up to $2,500.
https://beta.novascotia.ca/small-business-wildfire-relief-program
More information for businesses: https://www.cfib-fcei.ca/en/tools-resources/nova-scotia-wildfire-relief
New text support for mental health
Lifeworks Crisis Support Line is open 24/7 and can be reached at 1-844-751-2133. You will receive professional emotional support.
NS Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-888-429-8167
NB Mental Health Supports
Information for businesses
Updated information and status of emergency situations in NB
NB Wildfire Watch
NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR
NL Wildfire Status:
https://www.gov.nl.ca/ffa/files/forestry-forest-fires-pdf-active-fires.pdf
Mental health supports: https://www.gov.nl.ca/hcs/findhealthservices/helplines/
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND
PEI Wildfire Information and Assistance:
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/topic/fire-information
PEI Mental Health supports:
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/health-pei/mental-health-and-addictions-services
