211 Alberta
Helpline and online database of Alberta's community and social services.
211
24 hours
Over 170 languages
Text and chat support
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811 (Health Link)
Free nurse advice and general health information for people in Alberta.
811
24 hours
Available in more than 240 languages and ASL
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Addiction Helpline
Confidential help for addiction concerns (gambling, alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs).
1-866-332-2322
24 hours
Over 240 languages and ASL
Alberta Supports Contact Centre
Income support to help with basic living costs and other necessities.
1-877-644-9992
1-866-644-5135 (24-hour emergency income support)
7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday to Friday
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Black Youth Helpline
Culturally appropriate support for youth, families, and schools.
1-833-294-8650
9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Interpretation available
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Bullying Helpline
Support when you or someone you know is being bullied or abused.
310-1818
24 hours
Available in over 170 languages
Text and online chat
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Family Violence Info Line
Confidential support if you or someone you know is going through family violence, dating violence, or abuse.
310-1818
24 hours
Available in over 170 languages
Text and online chat
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Indigenous Hope for Wellness Helpline
Confidential support for Indigenous peoples from culturally competent counsellors.
1-855-242-3310
24 hours
English, French, Cree, Oijbway, Inuktitut
Online chat
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Indigenous Support Line
Healthcare advice for Indigenous peoples in Alberta from Indigenous listeners.
1-844-944-4744
10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday
Interpretation available
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Kids Help Phone
Free, confidential crisis and counselling support for young people.
1-800-668-6868
24 hours
Available in over 100 languages
Text and online chat
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Mental Health Helpline
Confidential support, information, and referrals for Albertans experiencing mental health concerns.
1-877-303-2642
24 hours
Available in more than 240 languages and ASL
National Trans Lifeline
Confidential peer support phone service run by trans people for trans and questioning peers.
1-877-330-6366
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Sexual Assault Response Teams
Support and education about options for medical care and reporting if you have been sexually assaulted. Also accessible through every hospital and urgent care centre in Alberta.
Edmonton area:
780-735-3440
Central Alberta:
403-343-4444
Calgary area:
403-955-6030
Other areas:
811
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Suicide Crisis Helpline
Free support from crisis counsellors for anyone who is facing suicide.
988
24 hours
Available in English and French
Text
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Virtual Opioid Dependency Program
Same-day starts of opioid agonist treatment medicines anywhere in Alberta to help treat opioid dependency and increase chances of recovery.
1-844-383-7688
8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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Addiction and Mental Health - Alberta Health Services
List of mental health and addiction services and resources for Albertans.
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Addiction and Mental Health: Teens and Young Adults - Alberta Health Services
List of mental health and addiction services and resources for young people in Alberta.
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Addiction and Mental Health - Government of Alberta
Mental health and addiction programs, services, and departments from the Government of Alberta.
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CASA Mental Health
Teams of mental health professionals providing mental health treatment and services to Albertans aged 3 to 18 and their families.
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Child and Youth Addiction and Mental Health - MyHealth.Alberta.ca
General health information about wellness, mental health conditions, and supports for young people.
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Child, Youth, and Family Mental Health Therapy
Short-term therapy for children and youth who are experiencing mental health or addiction concerns.
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Counselling Alberta
Virtual counselling available to all Albertans, including children and youth, offered by the Calgary Counselling Centre.
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Kickstand
Free therapy and support for mental health and substance use for young people across Alberta aged 11 to 25.
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Mental Health Commission of Canada
Programs and tools that support mental health and wellness across Canada.
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Mobile Tools to Promote Mental Wellness
Mental health services and tools that you can access right from your phone.
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MoreGoodDays
Daily inspiration and advice for youth sent via text message.
Text MoreGoodDays to 393939
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Rapid Access Counselling
Free single-session counselling for children, youth, and families in Alberta. Counselling can focus on parenting, relationships, mental health, grief, stress, and more.
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Recovery Alberta
Mental health and addiction services for all Albertans provided in a variety of settings (acute care, outpatient, virtual, detoxification, standalone psychiatric, community outreach and community bed-based).
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Togetherall
A diverse and safe online community where people can feel safe to share their feelings, support each other, and start to feel better.
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