Ottawa Technical SS

Supporting OTSS Students and Families during COVID-19

We understand that these are challenging times for all and you might need some support.  Remember that the guidance team at OTSS is always available for support and questions.

Ms. C Weatherall (A-K): [email protected]

Ms. J Houghton, Department Head (L-Z): [email protected]      

 Guidance can also be reached Monday-Friday from 9-3 at 613-884-1256

Federal and Community Resources

• Apply for the Government of Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)

• Ottawa Food Bank:  https://www.ottawafoodbank.ca/

 Health Resources

•  Dial A Doc if your family doctor has closed:   https://www.dialadoc.ca/

• Ontario Telehealth:  https://www.ontario.ca/page/get-medical-advice-telehealth-ontario

• Ottawa Public Health:  https://www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/index.aspx

Mental Health

• YSB Crisis Line (available 24/7) 613-260-2360 or chat.ysb.ca
• Kids Help Phone (available 24/7) 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
• Ottawa Distress Centre: 613-238-3311
• Parents' Helpline: https://www.pleo.on.ca/
• Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre: 613-562-2333
• Sexual Assault Support Centre:613-234-226
• Children’s Aid Society of Ottawa: 713-747-7800

• https://www.iaccess.gov.on.ca/FamilyAppWeb/public/index.xhtml