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Alberta Bullying Recover, Resources, Research Centre Inc.

http://abrc.ca
(780) 965-7480
To inspire hope and contribute to the safety and well-being of people of all ages, faiths, cultures, communities, and professions, concerned and/or affected by bullying
Contact Us at Linda R. Crockett MSW
 
Alberta GSA Network
http://albertagsanetwork.ca
https://www.facebook.com/groups/AlbertaGSANetwork/
The purpose of a GSA is for students to meet, do fun activities, socialize and support one another in a way that is inclusive of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, and many other interests.
‘GSA’ began as an acronym meaning “Gay-Straight-Alliance” but now GSA is meant to encompass many club names such as Queer-Straight-Allliance (QSA), Gender & Sexual Orientation Alliance, Pride Clubs, Rainbow Alliances, and many others.
 
Altview Foundation
(780) 666-5428
http://www.altview.ca
In addition to the wide range of programs it offers, AltView also provides in- and out-of-school support to Public Schools’ Gay/Straight Alliances, providing resources and support to students and staff who wish to work to make their schools safer spaces for LGBTQ students. AltView is a safe place for people who identify with a sexual minority or gender variant; the organization strives to foster the inclusion of individuality and diversity in terms of gender and sexuality. AltView focuses on building community through social support, advocacy, empowerment and education.
 
BriteLine
1-844-70(BRITE)
1-844-702-7483
https://www.briteline.ca/?fbclid=IwAR2asFXkxu7gOt7w5RR6mf_SdfGcVOe7MsuT7RKri9-6QXP2JupmV1ts1ks
BriteLine provides resources and help for youth and adults by giving much needed advocacy and support.
The assistance BriteLine offers is essential for people who have been marginalized, face violence increased by – but not limited to – factors such as legal status, age, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or disabilities.
Having inclusive organizations visible and active in our communities, allows our 2SLGBTQIA+ folk to seek help and resources, from people who are already familiar with the challenges they may face.
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Bully Free Alberta
http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/abuse-bullying/bullying-get-help.html
1-888-456-2323
Bullying | Get Help
If you’re a victim of bullying or abuse, call trained staff at any time of day, or chat online from noon to 8 pm. Online chats and calls to the helpline are anonymous.
 
Centre For Sexuality 
https://www.centreforsexuality.ca/
(403) 283-5580
We offer information, resources, and support for topics related to sexuality including youth and family support, resources for teachers and students starting a GSA/QSA, the Calgary GSA/QSA Network, Gay Men’s Health programming including two STI testing nights a week, and professional development training as well as LGBTQ2S+ organizational audits through our Training Centre. 
Our services are available across the Province although some accommodations may be made (such as phone or Skype calls) based on services requested.  

CHEW Project YEG
chewprojectyeg.org 
https://www.facebook.com/chewprojectyeg/
(780) 263-2221
CHEW provides frontline support, resources, and education for LGBTQ2S+ youth and young adults (ages 14-29) facing barriers. These barriers may include mental health, violence, poverty, homelessness, substance use, sexual health, sexual exploitation/sex work, and others. We provide a safe place for youth to get basic needs, get off the street, and find hope.
We offer inclusive and confidential STI testing, counselling and crisis intervention, Indigenous peer support, a safe place where youth can access harm reduction and basic needs supplies, and so much more! Come check us out at our downtown office, the OUTpost, or on campus at the University of Alberta.
 
Child Abuse Hotline
http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/abuse-bullying/15393.html
310-0000
1-800-387-KIDS
If you are affected by family violence, know someone who is, or simply want to learn more about the issue, the following pages contain information that can help you be safe or be part of the solution.
 
Children’s Mental Health Crisis Line
(780) 427-4491
 
Kids Help Phone
https://kidshelpphone.ca/what-is-kids-help-phone
1-800-668-6868
Text CONNECT 686868
Kids Help Phone is always there for you. No matter what you want to talk about, we're here to listen. No judgment, totally private, 24/7.
Our service is completely anonymous and confidential - we don't trace calls, we don't
have call display. You don't even have to tell us your name if you don't want to.

Institute for Sexual Minority Studies & Services
Family Resilience Project
https://www.ualberta.ca/ismss/programs-and-services/family-resilience-project
(780) 492-5205
families@ualberta.ca
Through a partnership with the University of Alberta’s Counselling and Clinical Services, the Family Resilience Project offers free short-term counselling to sexual and gender minority (LGBTQ) children, youth, and families.

The LGBTQ+ Wellness Centre
https://www.wellnesscentreab.ca/
info@wellnesscentreab.ca
9117 82 Avenue NW
Edmonton
The Centre aims to provide quality and timely care to the transgender, non-binary and gender diverse persons in northern Alberta. The Centre focuses on crisis support, outreach to individuals seeking healthcare, education opportunities for family doctors and other healthcare providers, as well as engagement with grassroots organization and other professionals who are interested in or are currently providing care.
 
Office of the Child and Youth Advocate Alberta 
http://www.ocya.alberta.ca/
1-800-661-3446
NORTHERN ALBERTA
(780) 422-6056
SOUTHERN ALBERTA
(403) 297-8435
The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate is an independent office of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, mandated to work with vulnerable young people.
The OCYA provides individual and systemic advocacy for children and youth receiving “designated services” as defined under the Child and Youth Advocate Act. This includes young people receiving or attempting to access services under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act and the Protection of Sexually Exploited Children Act, as well as youth involved with the youth justice system.
 
The Pride Centre of Edmonton
https://pridecentreofedmonton.ca/
(780) 488-3234
The centre hosts LGBTQ events as well as has a youth space, resources, and a library on their website. Services include drop in programs for youth and adults, information and resources, programming, counseling provided by qualified counselors, peer support groups, outreach programs, and workshops. 
 
The Rainbow Pages LGBTQ+ Youth Resource Guide
https://www.therainbowpages.ca/?utm_source=Link&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=TRP%20Blog%20Update
Transitioning into adulthood can be tough, finding resources shouldn’t have to be! The upgraded platform is a safe space where youth can find the support they need, whether they are clear about their sexual orientation and gender identity, or are still figuring it out.
The Rainbow Pages Youth Resource Guide was developed by The Family Centre to provide LGBTQ+ youth and the youth-serving community a consolidated guide of the supports available in Edmonton.
 
Risen Health – Doula support
https://risenhealth.ca
Connect with Sara: sara@risenhealth.ca
Whether you plan to birth at home, in a hospital, c section or unmedicated, doulas can provide support! Support looks different for everyone and it is the doulas job to find what suits you and your family best.
Sara can provide emotional, physical, and educational support to our 2SLGBTQ+ parents who are expecting, experiencing labour, or have given birth, as well as others who require support. 
 
Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton (SACE)
http://sace.ca
(780) 423-4102
The Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton (SACE) believes that unique and specialized services should be available to all people, regardless of ethnicity, heritage, faith, gender, culture, age, social and financial status, ability, or sexual orientation.
 
Skipping Stone Foundation 
https://www.skippingstone.ca/
(403) 988-9138
The Skipping Stone Foundation is a Calgary-based not-for-profit organization whose mission is to support and empower trans and gender diverse youth and their families in the province of Alberta.
Having observed that historically, far too often trans and gender diverse youth are subject to significant negative stigma and substantially increased barriers to equitable care, support and quality of life, the Skipping Stone Foundation was formed with the goal of breaking down those barriers and giving youth positive and affirming opportunities surrounding their gender identity.
 
Translifeline
http://www.translifeline.org
The Hotline:
Canada: 1-877-330-6366
US: 1-877-565-8860
Need to talk? Call! Our peer support hotline is run by and for trans people.
Trans Lifeline is a national trans-led organization dedicated to improving the quality of trans lives by responding to the critical needs of our community with direct service, material support, advocacy, and education. Our vision is to fight the epidemic of trans suicide and improve overall life-outcomes of trans people by facilitating justice-oriented, collective community aid. 
 
YESS Youth Empowerment Support Services
https://yess.org
(780) 468-7070
To walk beside traumatized youth on their journey towards healing and appropriate community integration.
Based in Edmonton, YESS provides immediate and low-barrier shelter, temporary housing, and individualized wraparound support for youth ages 15-24.
We focus on working collaboratively with our youth-supporting partners on prevention
and diversion out of homelessness. And ultimately, we aim to walk beside traumatized youth as they heal through relationships.
 
YWCA Compass Sexual Wellness
https://www.ywcaofedmonton.org/programs-and-services/sexual-health-and-wellness/
Comprehensive sexual health education and resources are vital for everyone in our society.  Through a sex positive lens, our Sexual Wellness programs provide folks with the tools and supports they need to live happy, healthy lives.
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Youth Emergency Shelter
(780) 484-4600
 
Youth Homelessness Initiative
http://www.humanservices.alberta.ca/homelessness/youth-homelessness-initiatives.html
The Government of Alberta, along with its community partners, is working to reduce youth homelessness, including homelessness among LGBTQ2S youth. Homelessness is a complex issue and young Albertans who identify as sexual or gender minorities are at more risk of experiencing homelessness.
 
Youthsafe
http://www.youthsafe.net/
(403) 220-2505
Youthsafe provides links to information and resources, in Alberta, for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transsexual (“LGBT”) people and allies. The website is focused on services for youth and young adults.
 
Youthspace
http://youthspace.ca
Youthspace is a place for any youth across Canada, under 30, that is experiencing any sort of crisis to come and talk. We are open every day between 6pm and midnight Pacific Standard Time!
We are a diverse community of trained volunteers who would love to listen to how things are going for you. We care, and believe that talking can help you sort through your feelings and thoughts. We hope that you feel less alone after chatting with us. All volunteers are certified in ASIST (Applied Suicide Interventions Skills Training).
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