Kindly find some information below from MLA, Sunita Dhir, Vancouver-Langara Riding regarding support that is available if you have been impacted by the tragic events at Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu Day Festival.
People in British Columbia, Canada, and around the world are in mourning after the horrific attack at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival in Vancouver this weekend. Eleven people were murdered and dozens were injured during what was a celebration of Filipino strength and culture. Our thoughts are with those who are grieving the loss of loved ones and those recovering from this senseless tragedy. I want to thank the police and first responders, healthcare workers, and everyone who jumped into action quickly and are still helping people today. Right now, our focus is on supporting people and ensuring people feel safe attending community events at a time when we need to come together.
A list of supports can be found below:
- 310 Mental Health Line at 310-6789 (no area code needed in BC)
- BC Crisis Center at 1-800-784-2433 or visit crisiscentre.bc.ca
- Victim Services 24/7 at 1-800-563-0808 or 211-victimlinkbc@uwbc.ca
- Kids Help Phone at 1-800-668-6868 or 686868 (text only) or KidsHelpPhone.ca
- Youth Space crisis help line at 778-783-0177
- Youth in BC crisis help line at YouthinBC.com
- Hope for Wellness crisis help line at 1-855-242-3310
- BC 211 at 211 or bc.211.ca
- Fraser Health Crisis Line at 877-820-7444
- Vancouver Crisis Suicide Intervention Line at 604-872-1811
- Multi Language Help Line at 604-310-6789
- 24/7 Distress Line Multi-Language at 604-872-3311
- Canadian Mental Health Association Crisis Response at 604-872-1234
- Assistance to Filipino Nationals Hotline at 604-653-5858
The South Vancouver Neighbourhood House will be providing a Space for Healing at the South Vancouver Neighbourhood House (6470 Victoria Drive) from 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. April 29th to May 2nd.
Sincerely,
Sunita, Dhir, MLA