08/25/2026
Alberta offers a range of Indigenous-led treatment centers providing culturally grounded addiction and mental health programs for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals.
Key Indigenous Treatment Centers
Poundmaker’s Lodge Treatment Centre – Located near Edmonton, this residential program offers 42- and 90-day treatment options for adults and young adults. It integrates Indigenous cultural practices with 12-step and abstinence-based recovery, including opioid treatment and holistic care. Programs are fully funded for Alberta residents with valid healthcare and CARF-accredited for quality standards. Contact: (780) 458-1884, Edmonton, AB
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Sunrise Healing Lodge – Based in Calgary, Sunrise provides inpatient and outpatient programs blending Indigenous culture with the 12-step recovery model. It serves adults of all genders, including Two-Spirit and non-binary clients, and offers family services, counselling, and culturally inclusive ceremonies. Contact: (403) 261-7921, Calgary, AB
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Bonnyville Indian-Metis Rehabilitation Centre (BIMRC) – A residential program near Bonnyville, integrating holistic healing with cultural traditions and community support. Services include substance abuse counselling, group therapy, and faith-based approaches. Contact: (780) 826-3328, Bonnyville, AB
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Kapown Rehabilitation Centre – Located in Grouard, this long-standing residential and outpatient program serves adults of all backgrounds. It combines culturally grounded support with evidence-based practices, including family programs, aftercare, and treatment for co-occurring disorders. Contact: (780) 751-3921, Grouard, AB
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www.drugrehab.ca
Kainai Healing Lodge Centre – Situated on the Blood reserve, this First Nations treatment center offers an 8-week, 35-day residential program for adults, based on the Siksikaitsitapi Way of Life. It focuses on chemical dependency recovery in a culturally supportive environment. Contact: 403-737-3757, Blood Reserve, AB
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recoveryaccessalberta.ca
Mark Amy Treatment Centre – A 14-bed residential program south of Fort McMurray, providing a 56-day intensive inpatient program. It integrates cultural reconnection, trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, and peer support groups such as 12-step and SMART Recovery. Admission is through NNADAP referral workers. Contact: Fort McMurray, AB
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Young Spirit Winds Society – An outpatient day program in Maskwacis for First Nations youth aged 12–17, offering culturally grounded support, education, and connection while youth remain in their homes. Contact: Maskwacis, AB
www.drugrehab.ca
www.drugrehab.ca
Additional Resources
Alberta Indigenous Support Line – Confidential support for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals navigating addiction and mental health services. Call 1-844-944-4744
www.albertahealthservices.ca
www.albertahealthservices.ca
Government-Funded Programs – Many centers are supported by the National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program (NNADAP), providing free or subsidized treatment for eligible Indigenous clients
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These centers provide residential, outpatient, and youth-specific programs, integrating cultural teachings, land-based learning, and holistic approaches to support recovery and wellness for Indigenous communities across Alberta.
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