211 is a free, confidential service that provides information and referral to a wide range of community, social, health and government services.

To Access 211:

• Phone, text, and chat service are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in over 170 languages.
• Dial 211 for telephone service
• Text 211 and type INFO for texting service
• Click here to access the online chat
• Search for services online at ab.211.ca.
• Browse our free resource list here for printable information sheet on a variety of topics.

If you are in crisis (contemplating suicide, feeling overwhelmed, or experiencing abuse), call the Distress Line at 780-482-HELP (4357) or find online chat information here.

It includes links to various agencies providing basic needs support, food supports, mental health support, resources for children, and so much more. Please access the 211 Resource Lists here

If you are in need of food supports and services, check their website here: Food Bank. Their phone lines are open Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.

Check their Frequently Asked Questions to know more.

There are 24/7 support available at AHS. Here is a list of important numbers in case of emergencies.

Available 24/7

Emergencies

• 911 or go directly to your nearest emergency department

Health Link

• 811

Addiction Helpline

• 1-866-332-2322 

Mental Health Helpline

• 1-877-303-2642

Learn more about Addiction and Mental Health support here

Help in Tough Times:

This page by AHS includes important helplines and phone text numbers. Please take a look at the resources here

Located in Anderson Hall, Access 24/7 provides a single point of access to adult addiction and mental health community-based programs.

More details can be found here

Bissell is an inclusive, client-centred organization that recognizes the dignity and strengths of individuals and families and offers the support they need to overcome poverty.   Learn more.

Contact them here

JPWC proudly offers several programs to the community from housing to food, from health to social connections.

You can learn more about their programs here 

Explore Edmonton and Edmonton Family has compiled a wide range of lists for various activities happening in Edmonton during winter break 2021.

From Candy Cane Lane to Snow Tube with Santa, check various family-friendly activities on their websites.

Tis’ the season…. 🙂 Happy holidays!