We are committed to ensuring that people have access to the information and support they need to thrive. Because of this, we have developed a list of resources that are available throughout Fort McMurray and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, including provincial and federal programs. Share this information with people who may need it - informed communities are healthier communities! While we aim to keep this page updated, there are inevitably things that we will miss. If you notice a missing resource or a broken link, please email us at info@borealtherapycollective.ca.
Resources
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Al-Anon Family Groups (support for friends and family members of those struggling with alcoholism)
Alberta Health Services, Addiction Helpline (call 1-866-332-2322)
Alberta Health Services, AlbertaQuits (online smoking cessation program)
Alberta Health Services, Fort McMurray Recovery Centre (residential addiction treatment)
Alberta Health Services, Fort McMurray Recovery Centre (addiction day treatment)
Alberta Health Services, Pastew Place (detoxification centre)
Alberta Health Services, Protection of Children Abusing Drugs Program (contact 780-793-8360)
Alberta Health Services, Opioid Dependency Program (methadone and Suboxone® treatment)
Alberta Health Services, Wood Buffalo Addiction and Mental Health Services (outpatient addiction treatment)
Alcoholics Anonymous Fort McMurray (peer support group)
Canadian Mental Health Association of Wood Buffalo, Recovery College (addiction recovery courses and education)
Cocaine Anonymous Northern Alberta (peer support group, online meetings only)
Legacy Counselling Centre (outpatient addiction counselling) *Fees May Apply
Mark Amy Treatment Centre (residential addiction treatment)
Narcotics Anonymous Fort McMurray (peer support group)
Northreach (harm reduction supply delivery)
Some Other Solutions (outpatient addiction counselling) *Fees May Apply
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Al-Anon Family Groups (support for friends and family members of those struggling with alcoholism)
Caregivers Alberta (caregiver coaching, workshops, and peer support)
Canadian Mental Health Association of Wood Buffalo, Caregiver Connection (support group for caregivers of those struggling with addiction or mental health concerns)
Pride YMM, Supporting Hearts Group (a support group for parents, caregivers, family members and partners of transgender and gender diverse children and adults)
Support 4 Moms (a local network of moms that have come together to offer support to other moms who are waiting on a diagnosis for their child)
The Hub Family Resource Centre, Nanny Network (caregiver support for nannies)
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Adoption Options (support to anyone experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, those struggling with parenting and considering an adoption plan, and prospective parents looking to adopt)
Alberta Child Abuse Hotline (call 1-800-387-5437)
Alberta Health Services, Child and Youth Multidisciplinary Intensive Treatment Service (MITS) Team (interdisciplinary mental health support for children and youth, call 780-793-8360)
Alberta Health Services, Child & Youth Virtual Telepsychiatry Services (virtual psychiatry service for children and youth)
Alberta Health Services, Early Childhood Intervention Program (support for children with developmental delays and disabilities)
Alberta Health Services, Occupational Therapy
Alberta Health Services, Physical Therapy
Alberta Health Services, Speech and Language Therapy
Alberta Health Services, Wood Buffalo Addiction and Mental Health Services (addiction counselling for youth)
Alberta Health Services, Wood Buffalo Addiction and Mental Health Services (therapy for children and youth)
Alberta Health Services, Wood Buffalo Addiction and Mental Health Services (walk-in counselling for children and youth)
Alberta Works, Alberta Child Health Benefit (eyeglasses, prescription drugs, dental care, and more for low income families)
Athabasca Tribal Council Child and Family Services (call 587-645-3437 to report child abuse or neglect)
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Wood Buffalo (connect children and youth with a positive adult mentor)
Birchwood Circle of Care (speech therapy, occupational therapy, and psychological assessments for children and youth) *Fees Apply
Boreal Therapy Collective (therapy for children, youth, and families) *Fees Apply
Blue Heron Support Services Association (support for children, adults, and seniors with developmental disabilities)
BT Psychology Services (therapy for children and families) *Fees Apply
Bullying Canada Helpline (children and youth can call or text 877-352-4497)
Canadian Mental Health Association of Wood Buffalo, Wood Buffalo Integrated Youth Network (drop-in centre and mental health programming for youth)
Child Disability Benefit (a federal support program, check eligibility)
Child and Family Services (call 780-743-7416 to report child abuse or neglect)
Family Life Psychology and Wellness (therapy for children, youth, adults, and families) *Fees Apply
Family Support for Children with Disabilities (a provincial support program, check eligibility)
Flourish Psychology YMM (therapy for older adolescents) *Fees Apply
Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta (programming for girls)
Juniper Naturopathic (naturopathic treatment for children and youth) *Fees Apply
Journeys of Life Counselling (virtual therapy for youth) *Fees Apply
Justin Slade Youth Foundation (drop-in centre and programming for youth)
Kids Help Phone (mental health and crisis support for children and youth)
Legacy Counselling Centre (therapy for children and youth) *Fees May Apply
MacDonald Island Park (child and youth programming)
Mannell Psychological Consulting (therapy for children and youth) *Fees Apply
Monarch Child and Family Therapy (therapy for children and families) *Fees Apply
Northeast Alberta Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Network (assessment and diagnosis of FASD)
Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (advocacy for children and youth with child protection or criminal justice involvement)
Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities (advocacy in navigating disability programming)
O’Reilly Therapy (therapy for children and youth) *Fees Apply
Protection of Children Using Drugs (PChAD) Program (contact Alberta Health Services at 780-793-8360)
Protection of Sexually Exploited Children Program (contact immediately if you believe a child is being sexually exploited)
Psychsmith (therapy and psychological assessments for children and youth) *Fees Apply
Salvation Army Family Services (call 780-743-4135 for the Fort McMurray office)
Sauret Psychological Services (therapy for youth) *Fees Apply
Some Other Solutions (child and youth divorce/separation support group)
Some Other Solutions (child and youth mentorship program)
Some Other Solutions (therapy for children and youth) *Fees May Apply
Stepping Stones Youth Shelter (short-term shelter for youth)
The Hub Family Resource Centre (developmental screening program)
The Hub Family Resource Centre (programming for children and parents)
The Hub Family Resource Centre (supervised visitation and exchange services for children involved in high-conflict separations)
TLC Therapy (therapy for children, youth, adults, couples, and families) *Fees ApplY
Waypoints (therapy for children and youth, call 780-750-8650)
WJS Canada (support for children, youth, adults, and families facing mental health and behavioural challenges)
Wood Buffalo Primary Care Network (therapy for children and youth)
Wood Buffalo Regional Library (children’s programming)
Wood Buffalo Regional Library (youth programming)
Wood Buffalo Therapy (therapy for youth and families) *Fees Apply
YMCA of Northern Alberta (children’s programming, including arts, science, culture, and sports)
YMCA of Northern Alberta (home visitation support for families with children aged 0-6 years)
YMCA of Northern Alberta (parent and caregiver education for families with children and youth)
YMCA of Northern Alberta (youth and young adult programming)
YMM Collaborative Practice (therapy for children and youth) *Fees Apply
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Accessible Parking Placard (apply for a placard that will allow you to use a disability parking stall)
Aide Canada (online autism library)
Air Canada (accessible seating application)
Alberta Aids to Daily Living (financial coverage for medical equipment and supplies for those with a long-term disability)
Alberta Health Services, Early Child Intervention Program (navigation, education, and support to assess child development)
Alberta Health Services, Occupational Therapy
Alberta Health Services, Speech and Language Therapy
Angel Flight (volunteer pilots and aircraft owners who help Albertans get to and from their medical appointments efficiently and at no cost)
Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) (a provincial support program, check eligibility)
Autism Canada (autism programming and support)
Autism Society of Alberta (autism programming and support)
Autism Society of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (autism programming and support)
Birchwood Circle of Care (autism assessment and diagnosis, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy) *Fees Apply
Blue Heron Support Services Association (support for children, adults, and seniors with developmental disabilities)
Canadian Down Syndrome Society (a non-profit supporting self-advocates, parents and families of those with a down syndrome diagnosis)
Caregivers Alberta (caregiver coaching, workshops, and peer support)
Cerebral Palsy Alberta (resources and supports for children and adults with a cerebral palsy diagnosis)
Challenger Baseball (inclusive, non-competitive hockey)
Child Disability Benefit (a federal support program, check eligibility)
Disability Tax Credit (a federal support program, check eligibility)
Easter Seals Access 2 Card (when purchasing tickets at participating Access 2 venues, a person with a disability pays regular admission and the support person receives free admission)
Edmonton Down Syndrome Society (programming, information, resources and peer support)
Family Support for Children with Disabilities (a provincial support program, check eligibility)
Fort McMurray Royals (inclusive, non-competitive hockey)
Hoop Heroes (inclusive, non-competitive basketball)
Northeast Alberta Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Network (assessment and diagnosis of FASD)
Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities (advocacy in navigating disability programming)
Registered Disability Savings Plan (a savings plan to help parents save for the financial security of a child who is eligible for the disability tax credit)
Smart Bus (transportation for those with mobility challenges that severely restrict their ability to use conventional bus service)
Special Olympics Wood Buffalo (inclusive sport programming)
Support 4 Moms (a local network of moms that have come together to offer support to other moms who are waiting on a diagnosis for their child)
Westjet (accessible seating application)
Wood Buffalo Regional Inclusive Committee (a committee working to create an inclusive and barrier free community)
You Can Ride 2 (adaptive and accessible bikes for those with mobility challenges)
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Alberta Family Violence Information Line (call 310-1818)
Alberta Provincial Abuse Helpline (call 1-855-443-5722)
Alberta Health Services, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Clinic (STI testing)
Alberta Health Services, Family Violence Treatment Program (treatment for those who have used violence in a relationship)
Alberta Safer Spaces Certificate to End Tenancy (end tenancy agreement without financial penalty in cases of domestic violence)
Alberta SPCA Pet Safekeeping Program (the SPCA will care for your pets while you leave the abusive relationship)
Clare’s Law (confidentially request information from RCMP about whether your partner has a criminal history of domestic violence, stalking, or harassment)
Emergency Protection Orders (learn how to apply for an Emergency Protection Order)
Exclusive Possession Order (learn how to apply for an Exclusive Possession Order)
Government of Alberta Escaping Abuse Benefit (emergency financing to leave an abusive relationship)
The Hub Family Resource Centre (supervised visitation and exchange services for children involved in high-conflict separations)
Restraining Orders (learn how to apply for a Restraining Order)
Victim Services (support for victims of crime and trauma)
Waypoints, Second Stage Housing (non-emergency housing, call 780-750-8650) *Fees Apply
Waypoints, Sexual Trauma Supports and Services (services for those who have experienced sexual trauma, call 780-791-6708)
Waypoints, Unity House (emergency women’s shelter, call 780-743-1190)
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The Hub Family Resource Centre (cross cultural parenting program for newcomers)
Multicultural Association of Wood Buffalo (notary clinic, interpretation and translation, welcome centre, financial literacy, English language learner assistance)
Newcomer Interagency Network Welcome Centre (connecting newcomers with community support)
YMCA of Northern Alberta (career mentorship, employment, immigrant settlement services)
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Athabasca Tribal Council (family programming)
Athabasca Tribal Council (medical transportation)
Athabasca Tribal Council (prenatal classes and doula support)
Athabasca Tribal Council, Child and Family Services (call 587-645-3437 to report child abuse or neglect)
First Nations and Inuit Health (Indian residential school crisis line, call 1-866-925-4419)
First Nations and Inuit Health Branch, Alberta Region (Indian residential schools resolution health support program)
First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line (call 1-855-242-3310)
Fort McKay First Nation (family and children services)
Fort McKay First Nation (medical transportation)
Fort McKay First Nation (mental health and addiction wellness centre)
Fort McMurray 468 First Nation (community wellness supports)
Jordan’s Principle (emergency funding to support the health and wellness of indigenous children and youth)
McMurray Métis (support for Métis peoples in the RMWB)
Mikisew Cree First Nation (housing, medical transportation, mental health and wellness support)
MMIWG Support Line (a crisis line providing support for anyone who requires emotional assistance related to missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls, call 1-844-413-6649)
Native Counselling Services of Alberta (community support, call 780-743-1888)
Nistawoyou Association Friendship Centre (youth and elder programming)
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Alberta Health Services, Street Connect (delivering healthcare to houseless persons)
Alberta Works, Alberta Adult Health Benefit (eyeglasses, prescription drugs, dental care, and more)
Alberta Works, Alberta Child Health Benefit (eyeglasses, prescription drugs, dental care, and more)
Alberta Works, Application for Emergency Prescription Drug Coverage (emergency funding for necessary prescription medications, visit Income Support at the Provincial Building, 9915 Franklin Avenue)
Alberta Works, Emergency Financial Assistance (apply for emergency financial assistance if you are unable to meet your basic needs)
Angel Flight (volunteer pilots and aircraft owners who help Albertans get to and from their medical appointments efficiently and at no cost)
Centre of Hope (housing first, eviction prevention, permanent supportive housing)
innoviCares (free prescription savings card available to all Canadian residents)
Salvation Army (shelter, eviction prevention, mobile kitchen, soup kitchen, call 780-743-4135 for the Fort McMurray office)
Support Through Housing Team Society (housing and life skills support)
Wood Buffalo Food Bank (food hampers)
YMCA of Northern Alberta (permanent housing resourcing and follow-up support)
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Alberta Health Services, Assertive Outreach Services (support for individuals with chronic and persistent mental illness)
Alberta Health Services, Child and Youth Multidisciplinary Intensive Treatment Service (MITS) Team (interdisciplinary mental health support for children and youth, call 780-793-8360)
Alberta Health Services, Child & Youth Virtual Telepsychiatry Services (virtual psychiatry service for children and youth)
Alberta Health Services, Wood Buffalo Addiction and Mental Health Services (therapy for children, youth, and adults)
Alberta Health Services, Wood Buffalo Addiction and Mental Health Services (walk-in mental health counselling for children, youth, and adults)
Birchwood Circle of Care (psychological assessments for children and youth) *Fees Apply
Boreal Therapy Collective (therapy for children, youth, young adults, and families) *Fees Apply
BT Psychology Services (therapy for children and families) *Fees Apply
Canadian Mental Health Association of Wood Buffalo, Consumer Advocate (an advocate for adults experiencing mental health concerns)
Canadian Mental Health Association of Wood Buffalo, Recovery College (mental health courses and education)
Family Life Psychology and Wellness (therapy for children, youth, adults, and families) *Fees Apply
Flourish Psychology YMM (therapy for older adolescents and adults) *Fees Apply
Juniper Naturopathic (naturopathic mental health treatment) *Fees Apply
Journeys of Life Counselling (virtual therapy for youth, adults, couples, and families) *Fees Apply
Legacy Counselling Centre (therapy for children, youth, and adults) *Fees May Apply
Lifesmart Counselling (therapy for adults and couples) *Fees Apply
Mannell Psychological Consulting (therapy for children, youth, adults, and couples) *Fees Apply
Monarch Child and Family Therapy (therapy for children and families) *Fees Apply
Northeast Alberta Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Network (assessment and diagnosis of FASD)
O’Reilly Therapy (therapy for children, youth, and adults) *Fees Apply
Pathways Consulting (therapy for adults) *Fees Apply
Psychsmith (therapy and psychological assessments for children, youth and adults) *Fees Apply
Sauret Psychological Services (therapy for youth and adults) *Fees Apply
Some Other Solutions (therapy for children, youth, and adults) *Fees May Apply
Some Other Solutions Crisis Line (call 780-743-4357)
Therapeutic Intervention Psychotherapy Services Inc. (therapy for adults) *Fees Apply
Tourette Canada (online support group for those with tourette syndrome)
TLC Therapy (therapy for children, youth, adults, couples, and families) *Fees Apply
Waypoints (therapy for children, youth, and adults)
Wood Buffalo Primary Care Network (therapy for children youth, and adults)
Wood Buffalo Therapy (therapy for youth, adults, couples, and families) *Fees Apply
YMM Collaborative Practice (therapy for children, youth, adults, and couples) *Fees Apply
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Accessible Parking Placard (apply for a placard that will allow you to use a disability parking stall)
Advisory Committee on Aging (a committee providing recommendations to council regarding support for seniors)
Air Canada (accessible seating application)
Alberta Aids to Daily Living (financial coverage for medical equipment and supplies for those with a long-term disability or terminal illness)
Alberta Blue Cross, Health Equipment Loan Program (short-term equipment loans that allow people to return home from hospital earlier)
Alberta Elder Abuse Awareness Council (an organization dedicated to increasing awareness and community response to elder abuse)
Alberta Family Violence Information Line (call 310-1818 if needing support for elder abuse)
Alberta Health Care, Home Care (in-home medical support)
Alzheimer Society (support for those living with and supporting those with alzheimer’s disease)
Angel Flight (volunteer pilots and aircraft owners who help Albertans get to and from their medical appointments efficiently and at no cost)
Blue Heron Support Services Association (support for children seniors with developmental disabilities)
Fort McKay First Nation (senior services)
Golden Years Society (programming for seniors in Fort McMurray)
MacDonald Island Park (seniors programming)
Primary Care Network, Seniors Care (tele-geriatric assessments through a physician referral)
Smart Bus (transportation for those with mobility challenges that severely restrict their ability to use conventional bus service)
Snow Angel Program (those aged 65+ can apply to have a volunteer clear their driveways and walkways in the winter months)
St. Aiden’s Society (programming for seniors in Fort McMurray)
Westjet (accessible seating application)
Willow Square (senior day programming, supportive living, respite care)
Wood Buffalo Housing (seniors housing support)
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Brite Line (24/7 mental health and wellness line dedicated to 2SLGBTQIA+ folks based in Edmonton)
Egale Canada (offers informative webinars and tools for allies - considered Canada’s leading organization for 2SLGBTQIA+ folks)
It Gets Better (over 60,000 stories to provide hope and encouragement to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth)
PFLAG Canada (peer support for parents of 2SLGBTQIA+ children)
Pride YMM, Binder Swap Program (gender affirming chest compression garments)
Pride YMM, Rainbow Spaces (confirm which businesses that have taken specific steps to receive public recognition for their commitment to 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion)
Pride YMM, Supporting Hearts Group (a support group for parents, caregivers, family members and partners of trans and gender fluid children and adults)
Pride YMM, Trans Support Group (youth and adult support groups for trans and gender fluid folks)
Salaam Canada (offering support to Mulsim and queer and trans folks)
Skipping Stone Foundation (offering low barrier access to community, mental health, medical services and educational opportunities - based in Calgary)
The 519 (virtual programming and educational resources - based in Toronto)
Trans Lifeline (offering direct emotional and financial support to trans people in crisis, call 877-330-6366)
We Matter Campaign (support for two-spirit and indigenous youth)