988 — Suicide crisis
Call or text 988, any time, in Canada.
Emergency / Crisis
Immediate danger: call 911. If someone may be overdosing, call 911 and use naloxone if available.
Vancouver Island Crisis Line
Emotional and safety support for Vancouver Island.
Food Today
Hot meals, food banks, and hampers across Duncan and the Cowichan region. Check the day's meal first.
Hours change. Call ahead when possible.
Shelter / Daytime Support
Shelters, warming options, and daytime drop-in support. Call ahead — space and intake change daily.
Hours change. Call ahead when possible.
Showers / Hygiene / Clothing
Showers, washrooms, laundry, and free or low-cost clothing.
Hours change. Call ahead when possible.
Phone Charging / Internet
Where to charge and get online
- Cowichan Library — internet and device access
- Warmland Shelter — internet access
- Duncan United Church and outreach drop-ins
Hours change. Call ahead when possible.
Victoria Help
Victoria resource directory — check dates and call ahead: food, shelter, daytime support, and crisis numbers.
Hours change. Call ahead when possible.
Duncan / Cowichan Help
Local food, shelter, health, and community supports across the Cowichan Valley.
Hours change. Call ahead when possible.
Ask for Help Before Night
No bed, after hours, need detox, or facing eviction? See: When help is hard to find →
You are not a burden because you need help. If you have nowhere safe tonight, call 211 for shelter and housing options, or reach an outreach worker before dark. Start with the next safe move.
This website is community-made and for general information only. It does not replace emergency services, medical care, legal advice, shelter staff, outreach workers, or official government instructions. Hours and services can change. Call ahead when possible. In immediate danger, call 911.