Winter Break Resources
The SWC will close on December 22, 2022 and re-open on January 3, 2024. Please note from January 3 – 5, the SWC will be open from 9:00am-4:30pm with regular hours resuming on January 8.
Below you will find emergency, mental health, and food resources you can access during this time. If you are experiencing a crisis, you can also refer to our crisis support page.
Emergency Numbers
Emergency Services: 911
McMaster Security Services: 905-522-4135
Emergency Departments
Hamilton General
237 Barton Street East Hamilton, Ontario, L8L LX2
Juravinski Hospital
711 Concession Street Hamilton, Ontario, L8V 1C3
St. Joseph’s Healthcare
50 Charlton Avenue East Hamilton, Ontario L8N 4A6
URGENT CARE
Main Street West Urgent Care Centre – Hamilton Health Sciences
- 690 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON L8S 1A4
- 12pm-7pm, All Week
- (905) 521-2100
Walk-In Clinics (Local / Non-Emergency)
Main West Clinic
- 1685 Main St W #135, Hamilton, ON L8S 1G5
- 10am-6pm, Monday – Friday
- (905) 521-2222
MarCare Clinic
- 1461 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8S 1C9
- 10am-4pm, Monday – Wednesday
- (289) 389-7797
Mental Health Resources (Phone Lines & Apps)
Suicide Crisis Helpline: 988 (24/7)
Student Assistance Plan
Mental Health assistance available 24/7 for Undergraduate Students.
1-888-377-0002
Student Care: Conversation
Mental Health assistance available 24/7 for Graduate Students.
studentcare.ca/rte/en/McMasterUniversity_Conversation_Dialogue
Good 2 Talk
Counselling, info, & referrals for mental health & addiction.
1-866-925-5454
COAST
Hamilton line for adults in crisis, their family members & caregivers.
905-972-8338
Barrett Centre for Crisis Support
Telephone crisis assessment, intervention and support. Free services are available 24/7.
905-529-7878
TAO Connect
Mental Health App. FREE for McMaster students.
ca.taoconnect.org/login