Working Together to Prevent Suicide

The Suicide Prevention Coalition of Champlain East is guided by a strategic action plan. Its three key priorities of education, awareness and engagement in suicide prevention aim to create suicide-safer communities.

World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD)

WSPD is held every year on September 10th to raise awareness that suicide can be prevented.

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It’s important to talk about suicidality

Suicidality can affect people of all ages and backgrounds. After accidents, suicide is the second leading cause of death among people aged 15-34. It is among the top 4 leading causes of death for people ages 35-54 and top 13 for all age groups combined. (Statistics Canada, 2023)

Silence or insensitivity can make matters worse. Talking about suicide and suicidal thoughts in a hopeful and respectful way has the power to save lives.

So, be direct. Talking to someone about suicidality won’t cause or increase suicidal thoughts or cause the person to act on them. It can help them feel less isolated and scared.

Whether it’s on social media, or privately with family and friends, using suicide-safe language can reduce stigma and encourage people to seek help.