It was an honour to open the 2025 Recovery Capital Conference in Calgary today. This conference brings together people from all over to discuss issues, solutions, and strategies for mental health and addiction recovery. Excited to hear from presenters and people about recovery!

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health and addiction challenges, know that you are not alone. 211 Alberta is available 24/7 to connect you with nearby services and supports. 📱 Call or text INFO to 211 🔗 Visit ab.211.ca #RecoveryMonth

Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, join us in honouring residential school survivors, their families & the children who never returned home. The National Residential Schools Support Line can be reached at 1-866-925-4419 Learn more: alberta.ca/day-for-truth-…

Counselling Alberta is hosting the 20th annual National Depression Screening Day. Albertans can take a free, online, anonymous depression-screening quiz at areyoufeelingok.com. It has proven to be the 1st step needed to improve peoples mental health. calgarycounselling.com/ndsd

Stay Connected with The Link – Mental Health and Addiction Bulletin Service providers & system partners, get the latest updates on the Alberta Recovery Model, including current initiatives and announcements. Sign up now to receive The Link: alberta.ca/mental-health-…

As the days get shorter and the weather turns colder, many Albertans may begin to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder. If you’re feeling down, try spending time outdoors and staying active with exercise. 📱 Call or text INFO to 211 🔗 Visit ab.211.ca

It was an honour to receive my new mandate from Premier Danielle Smith to continue on building and expanding the Alberta Recovery Model. While much has been done, there’s still much to do. Mental health and addiction affects us all, and I’m committed to this important work.

🍂 As the leaves change, let’s remember the importance of change within ourselves too. Check in with yourself: How are you really feeling? Embrace self-care this fall. Take time to breathe, reflect, and recharge. Your mental health matters. 🍁

October 10th is World Mental Health Day. This year’s theme is about access to mental health services during catastrophes and emergencies. Strong communities are essential to good mental health, before, during and after an emergency or disaster. cmha.ca/news/mental-he…

On World Mental Health Day, we stand with those facing mental health challenges and highlight the importance of mental well-being for all. No one should feel alone in their journey and support is available. Call or text “INFO” to 211. Read more: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xI…

Today is World Mental Health Day. We stand with those facing mental health challenges. Mental health impacts all of us, yet too often those living with mental health challenges face barriers, discrimination or silence. You can call 211 Alberta to get connected with supports.

Albertans struggling with opioid addiction can receive same-day access to addiction medicine specialists through the Virtual Opioid Dependency Program by calling 1-844-383-7688. 🔗 vodp.ca

𝐖𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝𝐧’𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞 💛 Thanks to our incredible partners for helping us provide essential services to those in need: Govt of Alberta, CHF, Govt of Canada, CREB, City of Calgary, FCSS, Calgary Foundation & more. Read more: bit.ly/46rQw9g

DYK: You can search for physical or virtual well-being supports for kids and young adults (e.g. programs, services, tools, etc.) available nearest your community and across Canada using Kids Help Phone’s directory of trustworthy resources. Learn more: kidshelpphone.ca/resources-arou…

DYK: Each client in a recovery community receives an individualized care plan and is assigned a peer mentor, who is in the later stages of recovery. As people progress, they assume greater personal and social responsibility within the recovery community. alberta.ca/recovery-commu…

Integrated Youth Services (IYS) offer health and social services all in one place. With help from the Youth Mental Health Fund, IYS is expanding in Alberta. Learn more: ow.ly/S6fY106opMc

Alberta, in partnership with the federal government, is investing in Kickstand to expand free, youth-designed mental health hubs and online services for ages 11–25. Supports include counselling, peer support, and health care. Learn more: alberta.ca/release.cfm?xI…

📱 Feeling overwhelmed by constant screen time? Try a digital detox for a day. Disconnecting can help clear your mind and reduce stress. 🌟

It’s never too late to seek help for addiction. Recovery is possible, and support is available. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out for help: 📱 211 Alberta 🔗 vodp.ca

💬 It's okay not to be okay. Sharing what you’re going through can truly make a difference, so check in with a friend or loved one. Connect with Counselling Alberta for affordable in-person and online counseling services. Call 833-827-4230 or visit counsellingalberta.com.