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We are British Columbia's largest provider of information and referral (I&R) services. We are your link to thousands of community, social, and government agencies across the province.

Whatever your question or concern -- however simple or complex the issues involved -- our experienced staff can direct you to the services and programs best able to meet your needs.


Looking for services in your community? Just dial 211!

* Call to speak with an Information Specialist. Services are free, confidential, multilingual and available 24/7.


* Email with stories, questions or comments and we'll reply within 24 hours with information, options and referrals.


* Search the Red Book Online has over 5,600 listings of community, social and government services in the Lower Mainland.

BC211 currently operates the following help lines:

VictimLink BC: a 24/7multinlingual help line for victims of crime in BC and Yukon

Youth Against Violence Line: a 24/7 multilingual help line for BC youth wanting to make anonymous reports about violence, or that want to find information about resources in their area.

Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Line: a 24/7 multilingual line for anyone affected by alcohol or drug misuse. Serves BC and Yukon.

Problem Gambling Help Line: a 24/7 multilingual help line for anyone in BC affected by problem gambling.

Inform Vancouver: a 24/7 multilingual line for anyone in the Lower Mainland wanting information and referral regarding community, social an government services.

The Shelter and Street Help Line: a 24/7 multilingual line which assists in finding available shelter beds and other services in the Lower Mainland.



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2-1-1 (Free Call)