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Improve your well-being with supports from CLAC

At CLAC, we understand that life can be overwhelming at times. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, battling addiction, or dealing with financial stress, you don’t have to go through it alone.

No matter the challenge, CLAC is committed to helping you navigate life’s ups and downs with dignity and hope.

Explore our programs today and take the first step toward a better tomorrow.

To learn more about our mental health, substance use, and wellness support, log in to myCLAC and select Mental Health, Substance Use, and Wellness Supports

Available to all members.

If substance use is impacting you, talk to your representative or visit our Alcohol and Drug Case Management (ADCM) page in myCLAC.

Available to all members.

Sign up for mental health first aid training to learn how you can help someone in crisis.

If you are a member of a CLAC Benefits Plan, you have access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program. To use this service you can find the phone numbers and website login information in myCLAC.

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Matthew Manuel Branch of Hope Memorial Award

Created in memory of Matthew Manuel, a CLAC member who faced the challenges of addiction and recovery, this award honours his legacy and his family’s dedication to supporting others. Each year, CLAC awards a $1,000 scholarship to a member who has completed a treatment program, is living a sober lifestyle, and is committed to helping others on their recovery journey.

Learn more about Matthew’s story and how to apply.

Resources to help you on your journey

Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction

A hotline and informative materials for those looking to begin recovery (available in English and French).

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Families for Addiction Recovery

Informative materials for those looking to understand addiction and begin recovery (available in English only).

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Contact Families for Addiction Recovery
Alcoholics Anonymous

Links to self-help alcohol addiction recovery groups separated by province (available in English and French).

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Suicide.ca

Confidential prevention service providing information and support 24/7 via phone, text, and chat (available in English and French).

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Contact Suicide.ca
Crisis Services Canada

A helpline (the Canada Suicide Prevention Service) for those with suicidal thoughts (available in English and French).

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Contact Crisis Services Canada
Centre for Suicide Prevention

Educational materials about suicide prevention and the impacts of suicide (available in English only).

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Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention

Informative materials about suicide and links to crisis helplines (available in English and French).

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988 Canada Support

Immediate and confidential support for those in distress or crisis. Call or text 988 for help (available in English and French).

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Canadian Mental Health Association

Educational materials about mental health and links to supportive hotlines (available in English and French).

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mindyourmind

Educational materials about mental illness and mental health, as well as access to a support community (available in English only).

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CAMH Moodle Resources

Access mental health resources and educational materials provided by CAMH through their Moodle platform (available in English only).

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