If you are in danger and or have safety concerns about a situation involving imminent risk of harm, call 9-1-1. For immediate support for mental health and suicide prevention, dial 9-8-8.
For all other situations, consider contacting our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP). EFAP provides free, confidential support 24/7, including virtual therapy or counselling, by phone or chat online:
Purolator International employees can also access 9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. For more information click here. Purolator International employees also have access to an Employee Assistance Program through ACI Specialty Benefits:
Our resources and supports are here to help you during your wellness journey. Everyone’s needs are different and change over time. If you are looking to improve your self-care practice try attending our varied workshops, or connect with someone you trust.
There are a number of ways you can support your mental health:
Starting November 30, 2023, people across Canada will be able to call and text 9-8-8, a new three-digit service, for help when they need it most. 9-8-8 will be free for anyone in Canada who is thinking about suicide, in emotional distress, or who is worried about someone they know. For more information you can click below.
Purolator International employees can also call 9-8-8 for a US-based Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Free mental health and substance abuse resources with immediate text support, phone or video counselling. Connect with a trained counsellor, at no cost, by calling 1-866-585-0445. You’ll be connected with a trained counsellor who can help you navigate what would be best to support your need.
Online and telephone counselling and trained volunteer-led, text-based support in English and French to youth across Canada. Information on how to access community supports and mental health resources are also available. Immediate Crisis Support can be reached 24/7 by texting 686868 (CONNECT) OR calling 1-800-668-6868.
If you identify as Indigenous, you can ask to connect with a Frist Nations, Inuk or Métis crisis responder.
Wellbeing and pandemic response resources, including toolkits to adapt to remote work, tips on using technology and articles on managing mental health.
