Need Help?
Whether you’re in a crisis or just don’t know where to turn in tough times, 211 Alberta can connect you with resources and programs when and where you need it most. Keep these resources close by and share them with someone you care about. Visit 211
Immediate Assistance
Dial 2-1-1
or visit www.ab.211.ca for a full list of helpful resources.
Dial 9-1-1
for emergencies requiring police, fire, or ambulance services.
Dial 8-1-1
for Alberta Health Services’ non-emergency health information line.
Helpful Resources
For a full list of helpful resources for individuals and families, visit ab.211.ca
Are you an organization or charity that’s in need of donations for people you help? Apply today to join Give for Good.
Addiction Services Helpline
1-866-332-2322
Available 24/7
Brite Line
A safe space where the 2SLGBTQIA+ community can connect with supports free of judgement or stigma.
1-844-702-7483
Available 24/7
CMHA Distress Line
CRISIS line providing immediate support. Call now if you or someone you know is in crisis: contemplating suicide, feeling overwhelmed, or experiencing abuse.
780-482-HELP (4357)
Available 24/7
Food Support
Edmonton’s Food Bank provides food hampers for people in need.
780-425-4190
Available M-F 8:30-4
See their Downloadable List of places to access free community meals in Edmonton.
Emergency Financial Assistance
Financial help for Albertans who don’t have resources to meet their basic needs (e.g., food, clothing, shelter).
1-866-644-5135
Available 24/7
Family Violence Info Line
Get help anonymously in more than 170 languages or find other family violence supports.
780-310-1818
Available 24/7
First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line
Providing telephone and chat crisis intervention counselling support for First Nations and Inuit persons.
1-855-242-3310
Available 24/7
Kids Help Phone
Confidential telephone and web counselling for youth.
Kidshelpphone.ca
1-800-668-6868
Available 24/7
Mental Health Helpline
Offers help for mental health concerns for Albertans.
1-877-303-2642
Available 24/7
Seniors’ Abuse Helpline
Help for seniors who are experiencing physical, mental, emotional, or financial abuse.
780-454-8888
Available 24/7
Questions?
No, unfortunately food cannot be requested or given through Give for Good.
Alternatively, you can reach out or visit your local food bank:
Edmonton’s Food Bank
P: (780) 425-2133
E: [email protected]
W: edmontonsfoodbank.com
Fort Saskatchewan Food Bank
P: (780) 998-4099
E: [email protected]
W: fortsaskatchewanfoodbank.com
Leduc & District Food Bank
P: (780) 986-5333
E: [email protected]
W: ldfb.ca
Morinville Food Bank Society
P: (780) 939-2636
E: [email protected]
W: Facebook Page
St. Albert Food Bank
P: (780) 459-0599
E: [email protected]
W: stalbertfoodbankandcommunityvillage.com
Strathcona Food Bank
P: 780-449-6413
E: [email protected]
W: strathconafoodbank.ca
Please visit 211 Alberta, where you can be directed to the appropriate agency where they’ll evaluate your needs. From there, the agency will submit a request for the item(s) you need on Give for Good on your behalf.
