Critical Resources for Cabin Crew

Navigating life's challenges can feel overwhelming, especially with our non-traditional schedules. This resource hub is designed to help you find support quickly. Whether you are dealing with a personal loss, financial stress, or just need someone to talk to, please know that you are not alone.

  • If you are in immediate danger or a crisis, please use these resources first:

  • Government of Canada – Mental Health: Get Help | https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html

    • Canada-wide starting point for crisis lines, supports, and services. 

    Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) | https://cmha.ca

    • Free programs, peer support, and local referrals across Canada. 

    BounceBack (free, available in some provinces) | https://bouncebackontario.ca

    • CBT-based coaching and self-help resources for stress, anxiety, and depression. 

    MindShift CBT (app-based CBT tools) | https://www.anxietycanada.com/resources/mindshift-cbt/

    • Helpful for anxiety management and coping strategies. 

    Suicide / Mental Health Support in the USA | 988lifeline.org

    • 988 is the suicide and crisis phone line (no text option) 

  • MyGrief.ca | https://mygrief.ca

    • Free Canadian online grief support with structured modules and practical coping tools. 

    AboutGrief.ca (Canadian Grief Alliance) | https://aboutgrief.ca

    • National grief education and service navigation hub. 

    Bereaved Families of Ontario (BFO) | https://bereavedfamilies.net

    • Peer grief support groups, education, and resources (many options accessible virtually). 

    Healing Hearts Bereavement Support | https://healingheartscanada.org

    • Peer support for grief and bereavement, including substance-related loss.

  • Department of Justice Canada – Family Law Information | https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/fl-df/

    • Free information on separation, parenting arrangements, child support, and legal processes. 

    Provincial/Territorial Family Justice Services (varies by location) | https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/fl-df/pt-tp/index.html

    • Links out to each province/territory’s family justice support. 

    Kelty Mental Health – Separation and Divorce Self-Care | https://keltymentalhealth.ca/taking-care-of-yourself-during-separation-and-divorce

    • Practical coping tools and guidance (useful across Canada). 

    Al-Anon Family Groups (support for families affected by alcohol use) | https://al-anon.alateen.on.ca (regional example; groups exist across Canada) 

    • Peer support for those impacted by someone else’s drinking. 

  • Sheltersafe.ca (Canada-wide shelter locator) | https://sheltersafe.ca

    • Find shelters and supports across Canada (especially for women and children). 

    Canadian Centre for Child Protection | https://protectchildren.ca

    • Resources for child safety, online harms, and family support. 

    Victim Services (local and provincial programs)

    • Start with 211 or search your province’s “Victim Services” program for free navigation and support. 

  • 211 Canada | https://211.ca

    • Best starting point for emergency and community supports. 

    Government of Canada – Benefits Finder | https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/finder.html

    • Helps people identify potential benefits (income supports, disability supports, family benefits). 

  • Al-Anon Family Groups (support for families affected by alcohol use) |https://al-anon.alateen.on.ca (regional example; groups exist across Canada) 

    • Peer support for those impacted by someone else’s drinking. 

    Narcotics Anonymous (Canada) | https://cana-na.org

    • Free peer support meetings across Canada. 

  • Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Centre | https://pilsc.org

    • Peer support and grief resources for pregnancy and infant loss. 

    Postpartum Support International (Canada access) | https://www.postpartum.net

    • Free resources and online support groups (international, widely used in Canada). 

  • Canadian Virtual Hospice | https://www.virtualhospice.ca

    • Support and information for caregiving, end-of-life issues, grief, and coping. 

    Caregiver Support (varies by province)

    • Start with 211 to find local caregiver associations, respite supports, and caregiver groups. 

  • Greenshield Crisis Support | 1.833.707.4747 | http://app.greenshieldplus.ca/en/sign-up

    • EFAP is a confidential counselling and information service sponsored by WestJet.
      This program is designed to help you and your immediate family members with any problems that affect your family life, work life, or well-being. This program is available for all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. You, your spouse and your dependent children (as defined in the benefits plan) are eligible to use the EFAP. 

    CMHA (local branches) | https://cmha.ca

    • Programs and referrals for stress, trauma symptoms, and burnout. 

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