Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Addiction Recovery Center in Bonnyville, Alberta
At Bonnyville Indian-Metis Rehabilitation Centre, we believe recovery is a transformative process rooted in individualized care, comprehensive programming, and sustained support. Established in 1973, our facility offers a 42-day residential treatment program grounded in Alcoholics Anonymous philosophies, emphasizing holistic healing for individuals struggling with alcohol and drug addiction. Our approach addresses mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being, supported by evidence-based practices and culturally specific programs that honor traditional Native values. Located on Moose Lake in Alberta, our serene environment fosters healing through structured therapies, group discussions, and access to natural surroundings. We prioritize client-centered care, ensuring each individual receives personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs.Our licensed facility integrates stress management, team-building workshops, and recreational activities to promote long-term recovery. With mandatory participation in support groups and access to experienced addictions counselors, we empower clients to achieve lasting sobriety. Our team collaborates with community organizations to provide continuity of care, ensuring clients leave equipped to maintain a balanced, addiction-free lifestyle. We are governed by a board representing First Nations communities, reflecting our commitment to cultural integrity and community-driven solutions. Through decades of service, we have helped countless individuals rebuild their lives, guided by the principle that recovery is a journey best supported by compassion, expertise, and a holistic framework.
Services
Residential Addiction Treatment
Holistic Healing Programs
Cultural Therapy Sessions
Group Counseling
12-Step Recovery Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer a 42-day residential program grounded in AA philosophies for comprehensive recovery.
- Our holistic approach addresses mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of addiction.
- Culturally specific programs honor traditional Native values and include sweat lodge ceremonies.
- Licensed facility with structured therapies and mandatory support group participation.
- Serene Moose Lake setting promotes healing through natural surroundings and tranquility.
What people say
Changed my life forever
Empowered and humbled
Balanced and peaceful
Embraced my culture
Drug-free lifestyle
Services
Residential Addiction Treatment
Our 42-day residential program offers immersive addiction recovery through evidence-based therapies and holistic practices. Clients engage in structured daily routines combining AA philosophies, group counseling, and cultural workshops. The program emphasizes long-term sobriety by addressing root causes of addiction while leveraging Moose Lake's tranquil setting to promote mental and spiritual healing.
Holistic Healing Programs
We address addiction through a holistic framework integrating mind, body, and spirit. Services include stress management workshops, sweat lodge ceremonies, and nutritional counseling. This approach restores balance by treating physical dependencies alongside emotional and spiritual well-being, supported by licensed professionals and traditional healing practices.
Cultural Therapy Sessions
Culturally specific programs honor Indigenous traditions through elder-led teachings, drumming circles, and land-based therapies. These sessions strengthen cultural identity while providing recovery tools, combining ancestral wisdom with modern addiction treatment methodologies in a respectful, inclusive environment.
Group Counseling
Daily group sessions foster community through shared experiences and collaborative healing. Facilitated by certified counselors, these discussions build accountability networks while exploring recovery challenges. The program includes mandatory AA and NA meetings, leveraging peer support as a cornerstone of sustained sobriety.
12-Step Recovery Workshops
Our curriculum follows Alcoholics Anonymous' 12-step model, guiding clients through progressive stages of recovery. Workshops cover relapse prevention, character development, and spiritual growth, supported by lectures, audio-visual materials, and personalized step work with experienced mentors.
Questions
What is the duration of the treatment program?
Our residential program lasts 42 days, providing comprehensive addiction recovery through structured therapies and holistic practices.
How do I apply for admission?
Applications require a referral from a certified addictions counselor and must be submitted online with medical documentation.
What services are included in the program?
Services include AA-based workshops, group counseling, cultural therapies, stress management, and recreational activities in a supportive environment.
Are cultural practices integrated into treatment?
Yes, we incorporate traditional Native values through sweat lodge ceremonies, elder-led workshops, and culturally specific healing practices.
What are the admission requirements?
Applicants must pass drug testing, submit medical records, and demonstrate a commitment to sobriety. Minimum age is 18 years.