Health & Wellness
Need help finding health care, counselling, or community support?
Here you will find health, counselling, and personal support services; including information about mental health programs, food and housing support, and emergency help.
Click a category below to go directly to the information you need:
Health
Are you looking for a doctor or mental health support? Don’t know where to go when you're sick? This section offers resources on health programs for newcomers, services in different languages, and wellness support.
Burnaby Hospital
Burnaby Hospital is a large community hospital which provides a full range of primary and secondary acute care services, serving Burnaby and surrounding communities.
Burnaby Youth Clinic
Free and confidential health services for youth ages 12–24, including mental health and sexual health.
MOSAIC Community Clinic
Provides culturally sensitive primary healthcare, mental health support, and health navigation services for immigrants, refugees, and uninsured newcomers. Interpretation available.
Burnaby Public Health Unit (Fraser Health)
Provides immunizations, public health nursing, pregnancy and early childhood health services, dental care, hearing clinic, among other services.
Burnaby Primary Care Network (PCN)
PCN connects with health and well-being resources in Burnaby.
Immunizations
Information and resources on immunizations to help protect you and your family from the spread of diseases.
Immigrants and Healthcare
The factsheet provides information about immigrants and healthcare.
BC PharmaCare
Provides information on getting help paying for medications and medical supplies.
Umbrella Multicultural Health Co-op
Primary care for immigrants and refugees, including multilingual support and advocacy.
New Canadian Clinic Burnaby
The New Canadian Clinic provides primary care for government assisted refugees, privately sponsored refugees, and refugee claimants.
Counselling
Explore programs for youth that offer support on education, mentorship, leadership, and recreational activities.
Burnaby Family Life (STV, P.E.A.C.E)
Provides counselling services focused on family support, trauma recovery, and assistance for those affected by violence.
Cameray - Child and Family Services
Cameray Child & Family Services offers counselling and support programs for children, youth, and families to promote emotional well-being and healthy development.
Bounce Back BC
Bounce Back BC offers free online and phone-based mental health support for people 13+ in BC, helping with anxiety, depression, and stress using CBT tools. No referral needed for online access.
Burnaby Counselling Group
Burnaby Counselling Group provides professional individual, family, and group counselling services to support emotional well-being and personal growth in a warm, confidential environment.
Crisis Centre BC
Crisis Centre BC provides free, confidential, 24/7 support for individuals in distress across British Columbia. The crisis line offers immediate assistance via phone and text, ensuring that help is always available when needed.
Moving Forward Family Services
Moving Forward Family Services offers compassionate family counselling and support programs to help families navigate relationships, improve communication, and foster well-being in a supportive setting.
Kids Help Phone
Kids Help Phone is a free, 24/7, multilingual and confidential mental health support service for youth across Canada.
Housing
This section offers you information and resources to help you find affordable housing, emergency shelter, or navigating housing applications, this section provides critical resources. You’ll find supports for low-income housing, renters’ rights information, and organizations that can assist you with the process.
BC Housing Regional Services
Provides information and support to apply for affordable housing through BC Housing, including help with completing the application and understanding eligibility.
Lookout Housing and Health Society
Delivers emergency shelter, transitional housing, and health services to vulnerable populations.
Immigrants and Housing
The provides information about immigrants and housing.
Progressive Housing Society - Burnaby
Provides supportive housing and mental health housing services in Burnaby.
The Society to End Homelessness in Burnaby
Coordinates services and outreach for individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Elizabeth Fry Society - Housing for Women
Offers transitional and supportive housing for women and children.
BC Residential Tenancy Branch
The RTB provides information and dispute resolution services for landlords and tenants in British Columbia. It helps ensure rental laws are followed and supports fair and stable rental relationships.
Food Support
Find free food programs and emergency support for individuals and families in need. Includes food banks, public fridges, and hot meal services near you.
Greater Vancouver Food Bank - Burnaby Distribution
Provides food bank services with registration requirements and distribution info.
Don’t Go Hungry - Trinity Presbyterian Church Edmonds
Food support program offering regular food access for community members.
Burnaby Neighbourhood House - North & South Food Hubs
Operates food hubs offering food support and community engagement.
SFU and BCIT Campus Fridges
Free community fridges stock with food and essentials. Open during campus hours - available to everyone - no ID or student status required.
Ryan’s Rainbow Emergency Food Outreach
Emergency food outreach program providing immediate food assistance.
Tian-Jin Temple Fridge and Pantry
Includes a public fridge and pantry, providing free access to fresh produce, ready-to-eat meals, pantry staples, an essential items. Open daily to anyone in need, this low-barrier program supports food security and community sharing.
Burnaby Community Fridge Program
Community fridges accessible 24/7 at multiple locations with a “Take Something, Leave Something” model. No registration required.
Quest Store
Quest Non-Profit Grocery Markets provide affordable groceries to low-income individuals and newcomers. Referrals required. Clients shop in a dignified, grocery-style setting with access to fresh produce, pantry items, and household goods.
Emergency Support - In Case of an Emergency Call:
Ambulance / Fire / Police: 9-1-1
Burnaby RCMP (non-emergency): 604-294-7922
Crisis & Support Lines
Crisis Line: 604-872-3311
Youth Against Violence Line:
1-800-680-4264
Bonny’s Taxi: 604-435-6655
Burnaby Fire Department (non-emergency):
604-294-7190
Vancouver Island Crisis Line:
1-888-494-3888
BC 211 (24/7, Multiple Languages):
Text: 604-836-6381
Dial: 211
WorkSafe BC (WCB)
Claims: 604-231-8888
VictimLink BC (Multiple Languages):
1-800-563-0808