Alberta-based resources

Mental health resources for Indigenous peoples in Alberta

  • AHS Indigenous Support Line: Indigenous healthcare advisors support First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples including youth and Elders, living on or off reserve, to get culturally appropriate care, and can arrange translators for callers. Currently available in the North, Central and South Zones, toll free at 1-844-944-4744
  • AHS Indigenous Wellness Core: accessible, culturally appropriate health services for First Nations, Métis and Inuit people in Alberta.
  • Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society provides support for Indigenous children, youth, and families to facilitate growth spiritually, emotionally, and mentally
  • Canadian Native Friendship Centre provides social events, programs and services for Indigenous people and education for non-Indigenous people in cultural awareness
  • Miskanawah Community Services Association offers Indigenous youth, family, and community programs supporting Indigenous people at risk of homelessness, providing connection through Cultural Services, Elder Supports, Early Intervention, Rapid Access Counselling, Youth Support, and more.
  • Native Counselling Services of Alberta (NCSA) provides programs and services designed and delivered for Indigenous people, by Indigenous people in Alberta, including courtwork, correctional, educational, community, and housing assistance toward fair and equitable treatment for Indigenous people across the province.
  • Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) program provides eligible First Nations and Inuit clients with coverage for a range of health benefits that are not covered through other social programs, private insurance plans, or provincial or territorial health insurance. To book a counselling appointment through NIHB, click here.

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General mental health support in Alberta

  • Alberta Health Services Mental Health Help Line offers 24 hour, 7 day a week, confidential support, information and referrals to Albertans experiencing mental health concerns: 1-877-303-2642​ ​​
  • Addiction and Mental Health Helpline: call 1-866-332-2322 if you are having trouble coping or to speak with someone who can provide advice about your concerns.​
  • Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Alberta supports province wide community mental health and advocacy.
    • Bounce Back | Reclaim Your Health: Free program to help adults and youth (15+) manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry. 
    • Mental Illness Resources: Educational information about Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Eating Disorders, Anger, Grief, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders, Schizophrenia, and Suicide and Self Injury
    • Albertan's Stories: Articles and videos sharing several Albertan's lived experiences of mental health challenges
    • Rural Distress Line: 1-800-232-7288​
  • Calgary Drop-In Centre offers Emergency Shelter Programs, Housing Resources, and Free Goods to support low and no-income Calgarians with meeting essential needs 
  • Distress Centre offers 24/7 confidential access to Community Resource Specialists trained to assess your needs and refer you to the most appropriate services. Call or text INFO to 211