From basic needs like housing and food to support for seniors and children to responding in crisis
situations, 211 is there.
The largest national database of community services and government programs in Canada, 211 plays a critical role in helping people navigate available resources. It also offers innovative solutions to community challenges and partners with governments to improve access to supports.

In most of the country, calls to 211 are answered 24/7 with interpretation available in more than 150 languages. You can reach the help you need by dialing 2-1-1 or visiting the 211 website find your local helpline.

211 is the primary source of information for government and community-based, non-clinical health and social services. The service provides valuable information to governments and service providers about changing needs.

As a proud founding partner of 211 in Canada, United Way Centraide Canada provides funding and support for the program and is working to make its services available from coast to coast to coast.