“Addiction is a disease that nearly every Albertan is affected by, either directly or indirectly through a family member or friend. This week, our government is highlighting that we believe in recovery, and that it is possible with the right care and support.

“The Alberta Recovery Model is our policy that focuses on bringing people out of addiction to live healthy lives, reunited with their family, community and culture. We have seen positive trends throughout 2024, with opioid-related fatalities so far this year 37 per cent lower than in 2023. We are cautiously optimistic and pleased to see this decrease in the number of people losing their lives to addiction.

“Our government has now opened three world-class recovery communities, with eight more on the way. We look forward to expansions exclusively for youth addiction treatment services as we know how important that will be. Other work through the Virtual Opioid Dependency Program, partnerships with Indigenous communities and future legislation will continue strengthening Alberta’s recovery-oriented system of care.

“This week, I encourage Albertans to learn more about addiction and the services that can support you or your loved ones in recovery. Thousands of Albertans are on their recovery journeys and they are living proof that recovery is possible.

“If you or someone you love is suffering from addiction or facing mental health challenges, help is available. Call Alberta 211, the Virtual Opioid Dependency Program, or Counselling Alberta. Each of these can connect you with the right care to support you in your pursuit of recovery.”

Related information

• Recovery Alberta
• Refocusing health care in Alberta
• Alberta Recovery Model
• 211 Alberta
• Virtual Opioid Dependency Program
• Counselling Alberta