PAA is here to support all Albertans.
We realize that events happening around the world affect us here in Alberta – sometimes directly. This page provides resources and support for PAA members, psychologists in Alberta, and all Albertans regarding the COVID 19 pandemic.
If you need more support: try our referral service to find a psychologist near you or contact your local support line (some numbers can be found under the more support tab).
In-Person Practice
SunLife Insurance
BMS Insurance
Telus eClaims
Examples of Access Advocacy in relation to Extended Health Insurance Providers
Canadian Psychological Association
Association of State & Provincial Psychology Boards
American Psychological Association (APA) resources
Professional Convention Management Association resources
In response to an increasing need for additional cultural supports to patients, health facilities, staff and community members, a new toll-free phone line that can be utilized by all Alberta zones.
An indigenous Health Coordinator, will be available to answer incoming calls for requests such as prayer, one-on-one talking/listening/emotional support, Cree translation and connection to resources.
Hours of operation are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
*Please note this service is not available on Wednesdays.
Toll free number is: 1-855-735-6766
Together all
An online, peer-to-peer mental health support network that empowers all Albertans aged 16+ 24/7. https://togetherall.com/en-ca/
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AHS Mental Health Helpline – 24/7, toll free: 1-877-303-2642
AHS Toll free Crisis Line/Distress Centres – for 780 area code: 1-800-482-4357; for 403 area code: 1-800-784-2433
More Alberta Health Services helpline numbers here
Kids Help Phone Crisis Line: 1-800-668-6868
Salvation Army Crisis Line: 780-429-0230
Indigenous Health Cultural Support Line:
1-855-735-6766
CMHA Distress line – 24/7: 780-482-4357
CMHA Rural Distress Line: 1-800-232-7288
Canada Suicide Prevention Service (CSPS) – 24/7, English & French: 1-833-456-4566
First Nations & Inuit Hope for Wellness Help Line – 24/7: 1-855-242-3310
Canadian Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419
Trans LifeLine: 1-877-330-6366
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