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Resources for Parents and Caregivers

Curated content to support people who have a loved one who struggles with problematic substance use, gambling or technology use. 

Talking Pot with Youth: A Cannabis Communication Guide for Youth Allies

Resources coming soon.

Defining “Problematic Use”, Understanding your Role and Treatment Approaches

If you are experiencing an emergency, please dial 911 immediately or visit your local hospital emergency room.
The Ottawa Mental Health Crisis Line 

1053 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4E9 

If you are located within Ottawa please call:

613-722-6914 

If you are located outside Ottawa please call:

1 866-996-0991

The Ottawa Hospital - Civic Campus

1053 Carling Avenue, Ottawa, ON, K1Y 4E9 

613-722-7000

The Ottawa Hospital - General Campus

501 Smyth Road, Ottawa, K1H 8L6

613-722-7000

Queensway-Carleton Hospital

3045 Baseline Road, Ottawa, ON K2H 8P4

613-721-2000

Hôpital Montfort Hospital

713 Montreal Road, Ottawa, ON, K1K OT2 

613-746-4621

Do you have a question about Rideauwood, substance use, behavioural addictions or mental health issues?
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Temporary Office Closure

Due to an unexpected building issue, Rideauwood’s office will remain closed through Thursday, September 10.

All scheduled appointments will continue as planned and will be moved to a virtual format. Clients will be contacted directly by their counsellor with information about their appointment.

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.

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Avis de fermeture temporaire

En raison d’un problème imprévu dans l’immeuble, les bureaux de Rideauwood demeureront fermés jusqu’au jeudi 10 septembre inclusivement.

Tous les rendez-vous prévus auront lieu comme prévu, mais seront offerts en mode virtuel. Les clients seront contactés directement par leur conseiller ou conseillère afin de recevoir les renseignements nécessaires concernant leur rendez-vous.

Merci de votre compréhension et de votre souplesse.

Understanding Problematic Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders in Youth

This training helps parents, caregivers, teachers and all other caring adults effectively meet the needs of youth across the spectrum of use – from no use to problematic use.


Please note that Rideauwood’s offices will be closed on Friday, September 26th. If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support, please contact the Distress Centre of Ottawa at 613-238-3311.

For any urgent items, please contact us by email using the form on our Contact page.

Thank you.

Veuillez noter que les bureaux de Rideauwood seront fermés le vendredi 26 septembre. Si vous êtes en situation de crise ou avez besoin d’aide immédiate, veuillez communiquer avec le Centre de détresse d’Ottawa au 613-238-3311.

Pour toute urgence, veuillez nous contacter par courriel en utilisant le formulaire de notre page Contact .

Merci.


Please note that Rideauwood’s reception is closed on Monday, June 24th. If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support, please contact the Distress Centre of Ottawa at 613-238-3311.

For any urgent items, please contact us by email using the form on our Contact page.

Thank you.

Veuillez noter que la réception de Rideauwood sera fermée le mardi 24 juin. Si vous êtes en situation de crise ou avez besoin de soutien immédiat, veuillez communiquer avec le Centre de détresse d’Ottawa au 613-238-3311.

Pour toute demande urgente, veuillez nous contacter par courriel en utilisant le formulaire sur notre page Contact.

Merci.