What is suicide?

Suicide is the act of intentionally causing one’s own death. It is often related to complex stressors and health issues which may lead people to feel hopelessness and despair.

Suicide is a serious global issue. It impacts people of all ages and backgrounds. In Canada, suicide is the ninth leading cause of death. One in 10,000 Canadians die by suicide every year.

For every person lost to suicide, many more experience thoughts of suicide or make suicide attempts.