Community Services Directory

P: 250.774.2993 | W: www.area78.org

P: 250.774.2993 | E: fnafs@northwestel.net | W: https://fnafs.org

FIRETALK- Substance users’ group. Every other Thursday.

HIV/AIDS Harm Reduction program provides low barrier access to safer sex and drug use supplies along with information/education to all surrounding areas in the community. Provides education in plain language to reduce stigma and encourage participation. To educate safe sex and drug use supplies. All done in a culturally safe environment, no matter what age, race or gender. Support and promote groups such as those who choose to take intravenous drugs, men who have sex with men, and sex trade workers. Reduce risk of high at-risk drug users by providing education on proper use of drug supplies. Provide HIV and HCV prevention including information on local support groups. Fort nelson aboriginal friendship society HIV/AIDS Harm reduction program offers an array of services.

Northern Health - Fort Nelson Health Unit

P: 250.774.7092 | A: 5217 Airport Dr. Fort Nelson | W: https://www.northernhealth.ca/services/mental-health-substance-use/services-by-community#fort-nelson

The Mental Health & Substance Use community programs offer services that include a combination of functions with Interprofessional teams, as well as some specialty services, i.e. Developmental Disabilities Mental Health (DDMH), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), etc. Youth addictions counselling and referral, elderly services counselling, early psychosis, eating disorders, vocational and recreation rehabilitation is also available at most community programs. Community programs provide assessment, treatment and referrals for adults.

Services include:

• Intake
• Crisis Response
• Short Term Counselling (individual, family, group)
• Longer Term Case Management
• Provides Life Skills support for activities of daily living

• Medication management
• Psycho-educational groups
• Education
• Psychiatric consultation
• Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT)

P: 1.800.257.7756 | W: www.bchousing.org | Apply online - The Housing Registry:
https://housingapplication.bchousing.org/

If your household income is $35,000.00 or less, you may be eligible to receive cash assistance with your monthly rent payments.

Fort Nelson Aboriginal Friendship Society 

P: 250.774.4132 | E: friendshipyouthcentre@northwestel.net | W: www.fnafs.org

P: 250.774.4415 | A: 4903 51st Avenue  | E: coordinator@fncls.com | W: www.fncls.com

The Fort Nelson Community Literacy Society is a non-profit organization working to increase skills, encourage further education and develop the value of learning for life; Providing programs and support to help adults and families overcome educational barriers. Programs include English as a Second Language tutoring and classes, family tutoring, adult tutoring, computer help and much more. Programs include: Adult Literacy, Family Literacy, and ESL & Settlement Services.

Northern Rockies Child Development Association

P: 250.774.2596 | A: 5012 Airport Drive | E: cwwa.fnfds@northwestel.net | Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/Fort-Nelson-Family-Development-Society-416075998490171/ 

Providing the community with Early Intervention and therapies, Infant Development & Early Years Program, Occupational and Physiotherapy, Support Child Development, Family Empowerment Program as well as Childcare & Preschool programs.

Ministry of Children and Family

P: 250.774.5585 | A: 5020 Airport Drive | W: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/data-monitoring-quality-assurance/find-services-for-children-teens-families/sda-fort-nelson

The Ministry provides programs and services to ensure that healthy children and responsible families are living in safe, caring and inclusive communities.

Northern Rockies Aboriginal Women Society (NRAWS)

P: 250.233.8920 | A: 5019 52nd Avenue W | E: ed.nraws@northwestel.net | W: www.nraws.org

Providing culturally appropriate, safe and empowering options for women, children, their immediate and extended families and the Aboriginal community at large. Family programs, support and pregnancy outreach.

P: 250.774.2700 | W: https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/detach/en/d/219#Northern%20Rockies%20-%20Fort%20Nelson

Community group providing an outlet for informal policing and surveillance.

Curling Rink

P: 250.774.2266 | A: 5500 Alaska Hwy. | E: fncc@gmail.com | Facebook:      https://www.facebook.com/groups/107206319386147

P: 250.774.2993 | E: fnafs@northwestel.net | W: https://fnafs.org/

The programs provided by the Fort Nelson Aboriginal Friendship Society address all aspects of health, including: Family Violence; HIV/AIDS; Mental Health & Addictions; Employment; Elders, Women, and Youth Outreach; Food Bank; Soup & Bannock Socials, and also features a Men's Emergency Shelter, and a Women's Transition House. Overall, the Society's mandate is to provide services to the whole community, by promoting unity and health in rural and urban areas, in a collaborative effort to address the needs of Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal people.

P: 250.775.0877 | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/312264223143/

For adults and kids who want to get out there and cross country ski. The community trail is a breath-taking trail and is maintained by local volunteers.

P: 250.774.2956 | E: info@fortnelsonchamber.com | W: https://www.fortnelsonchamber.com

The Fort Nelson & District Chamber of Commerce is the collective voice for business in the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality and works to promote and enhance trade and commerce for the benefit of the region. Gateway to the Serengeti of the North, Fort Nelson and the Northern Rockies are characterized by an abundance of natural resources.

E: info@northernlightsfestival.com | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FortNelsonEventsSociety

                                                                                       https://www.facebook.com/fortnelsonNLF/

Home of the Northern Lights Festival. Planning and executing events to help drive tourism into the NRRM. They work with and along side many of the Non profit groups for the well being of our Northern Rockies Regional Municipality.

P: 250.321.0957 | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/205334412851527

Is a women's hockey team that likes to get out on the ice and have some fun. All levels welcome.

A: PO Box 1390 Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 | W: https://www.grizzlieshockey.ca/?fbclid=IwAR0KkZF61ZAXgGVINBtS_LlLxS0gzkneQu1tCCQCqxD8YTwwz_U6RHhMi2s  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FNMHA

Provides hockey opportunities for children in Kindergarten-Grade 12. Register your child to start having some fun on the ice. All experience levels are welcome.

P: 250.775.0364 | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/176080622525533

A place for people interested in the motocross sport.

Fort Nelson Museum (Fort Nelson Historical Society)

P: 250.774.3536 | A: 5603 Alaska Hwy. Fort Nelson | E: info@fortnelsonchamber.com

P: 250.321.2778 | W: https://portal.clubrunner.ca/462 |National Website: https://www.rotary.org/en/?fbclid=IwAR39Q0XcTVLhNtTn67XJ_T_2liiqax8bA5aXv35gGCLNMarRJV2BKa9LnYQ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1791455451137835

Rotary members believe in taking action for the world's greatest issues such as promoting peace, supporting education, growing local economies, and much more.

P: 250.774.3902 | W: www.bcsara.com|

Ground search & rescue, air search and rescue, with swift water rescue certified and certified to operate rescue boat.

P: 250.774.2991 | E: streeper_kennels@yahoo.ca  | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StreeperKennels

Streeper Kennels. Home of World Champions. Racing Sled dogs.

E: fnsnowmobileclub@hotmail.com | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1382887981970543

Located at the original mile zero of the Alaska Highway (now mile 300), is the BC Snowmobile Federation's northern-most snowmobile club in the province! The Fort Nelson Snowmobile Club features over 100km of groomed loop trails and three impressive warming shelters thanks to the diligent work of volunteers.

Love Fort Nelson (small business support program)

P: 250.774.2541 | A: 5319 - 50 Ave S. Fort Nelson | W: www.fortnelson.com

E: mile300fsc@gmail.com | W: https://mile300fsc.ca/

Mile 300 Figure Skating Club is a figure skating club for children of all ages.

Minor Ball

P: 250.774.2541 ext. 2080

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=north%20paw%20animal%20rescue

Their mission is to protect and advocate for animals in need, by building a humane community that promotes compassion and seeks to strengthen the human-animal bond.

P: 250.233.8920 | A: 5019 52nd Avenue W |E: ed.nraws@northwestel.net | W: www.nraws.org

Providing culturally appropriate, safe and empowering options for women, children, their immediate and extended families and the Aboriginal community at large. Family programs, support and pregnancy outreach.

E: northernrockiesac@gmail.com  | W: https://northernrockiesartscouncil.ca/ | Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/NorthernRockiesArtsCouncil/

Supporting arts and culture for a thriving and vibrant arts culture in the Northern Rockies.

Old Timers Hockey League

E: rgarriott@northwestel.net | E: vkomori@northwestel.net

Poplar Hills Golf and Country Club

P: 250.774.3862 | A: Mile 304 Radar Road Fort Nelson | W: www.poplarhillsgolf.com

Visitors Centre

P: 250.774.6400 | A: 5500 Alaska Hwy. Fort Nelson | E: visitorinfo@fortnelsonchamber.com

P: 250.774.4415 | A: 4903 51st Avenue | E: coordinator@fncls.com | W: www.fncls.com

The Fort Nelson Community Literacy Society is a non-profit organization working to increase skills, encourage further education and develop the value of learning for life; Providing programs and support to help adults and families overcome educational barriers. Programs include English as a Second Language tutoring and classes, family tutoring, adult tutoring, computer help and much more. Programs include: Adult Literacy, Family Literacy, and ESL & Settlement Services.

P: 250.774.6777 | A: A2 5319 50th Avenue S | E: librarian@fortnelson.bclibrary.ca  W: https://fortnelson.bc.libraries.coop/ | F: https://www.facebook.com/FNPLibrary

They have what you need! Reading material, audiobooks, music cd’s, DVD’s, free internet access, children’s games, computers and our eLibrary - including databases, downloadable audio and e-books. Find them on Facebook.

Fort Nelson Visitor Information Centre

P: 250.774.6400 | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FNVIC

Located on the west side of the recreation complex within easy walking distance of Art Fraser Park, the Rotary Spray Park and Fort Nelson Museum, the Visitor Centre offers free wireless internet (WiFi) service and a selection of souvenirs and local artists' work.  Visitor Centre staff are friendly, knowledgeable and truly look forward to your visit. Let them help with your adventure needs in the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality!

Service BC

P: 250.774.5555 | Enquiry BC: 1.800.663.7867 | A: A7 5319 50th Avenue S | W: 

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/organizational-structure/ministries-organizations/ministries/citizens-services/servicebc/service-bc-location-fort-nelson

Services available include, but not limited to: Vital Statistics (Birth, Death, Marriage Certificates, etc.) Medical Services Plan, Driver’s Licence Services, and CATS - Community Access Terminal.

P: 1.800.784.2433 (1-800-SUICIDE) | Online Chat Service for Youth: www.YouthInBC.com (Noon to 1am) | Online Chat Service for Adults: www.CrisisCentreChat.ca (Noon to 1am)

Immediate access to barrier-free, non-judgmental, confidential support and follow-up to youth, adults, and seniors through 24/7 phone lines and online services.

P: 1.888.564.8336 | W: www.northernbccrisissuicide.ca

Here if you need us. Crisis prevention, intervention and information centre for northern BC. Free, confidential, no call-display

Victim's Services - Operated by Fort Nelson Aboriginal Friendship Society 

P: 250.774.4511

Provide emotional support to victims as they come to terms with the effects of their victimization

P: 1.877.785.5701 | E: hmcbryan@spcrs.ca | W: www.ccrr.bc.ca

Referral and resources to child care providers. Provide support for those opening licenced childcare.

P: 250.774.2361 | Fort Nelson First Nation | E: daycare@fnnation.ca | W: www.fortnelsonnation.org 

Provides daycare services.

P: 250.500.2749 | A: 4428 Heritage Crescent | E: shericemarie96@gmail.com | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hundred%20acre%20woods%20daycare

Certified Early Childhood Educator providing daycare services.

P: 250.321.1135 | A: 5205 45 Street

Provides daycare services.

Northern Rockies Child Development Association

P: 250.774.2596 | A: 5012 Airport Drive | E: cwwa.fnfds@northwestel.net | Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/Fort-Nelson-Family-Development-Society-416075998490171/

The Fort Nelson Family Development Society provides services, support and childcare services that enable children and families to achieve their optimal growth and development.

P: Northern Interior, Skeena & Peace Resource Centre 1.866.564.7533 | First Link Dementia - Helpline: 1.800.936.6033 | E: info.princegeorge@alzheimerbc.org | W: https://alzheimer.ca/bc/en

The Alzheimer Society of B.C. offers support and education for anyone who is facing Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. Through the First Link Program, we are able to provide individual support for family caregivers over the phone. They also have video conferences and telephone workshops.

The Ministry focuses on providing British Columbians in need with a system of supports to help them achieve their social and economic potential. Featured services: Income Assistance, Disability Assistance, WorkBC.

P: 250.774.7092 | A: 5217 Airport Drive | W: https://www.northernhealth.ca/services/mental-health-substance-use/services-by-community#fort-nelson

The Mental Health & Substance Use community programs offer services that include a combination of functions with Interprofessional teams, as well as some specialty services, i.e. Developmental Disabilities Mental Health (DDMH), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), etc. Youth addictions counselling and referral, elderly services counselling, early psychosis, eating disorders, vocational and recreation rehabilitation is also available at most community programs. Community programs provide assessment, treatment and referrals for adults.

• Intake
• Crisis Response
• Short Term Counselling (individual, family, group)
• Longer Term Case Management
• Provides Life Skills support for activities of daily living
• Medication management
• Psycho-educational groups
• Education
• Psychiatric consultation
• Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT)

Northern Rockies Seniors Bus - Operated by Northern Rockies Seniors Society

P: 250.500.2597 | A: 4701 Barber Crescent | W: https://nrss.ca/

Offering transportation for seniors and anyone with disabilities regardless of age.

P: 250.774.7651 (Preschool Ext. 427) | A:4021 Fontas Drive | Fort Nelson First Nation | W: www.chaloschool.bc.ca

Preschool through Grade 12.

P: 1.844.323.0324 (Ext. 102) | Prophet River, BC

Preschool through Grade 6.

P: 250.774.4415 | A: 4903 51st Avenue | E: coordinator@fncls.com | W: www.fncls.com

The Fort Nelson Community Literacy Society is a non-profit organization working to increase skills, encourage further education and develop the value of learning for life; Providing programs and support to help adults and families overcome educational barriers. Programs include:

Adult Literacy Program

• Tutoring for Reading, Writing & Numeracy
• Computer and Technology Tutoring
• GED/High School Completion Support
• Help with Forms and Phone Calls

Family Literacy Program

• Family Workshops
• Support for at Home Learning
• Youth Tutoring

ESL and Settlement Program

• English Language Tutoring
• Settlement Support for Basic Needs
• Information Sessions
• Community Resources and Connections
• Conversation Circles & Classes
• English Proficiency Exam Information
• Citizenship Test Preparation

P: 250.774.2596 | A: 5012 Airport Drive | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fort-Nelson-Family-Development-Society-416075998490171/

P: 250.774.7257 | A: 2026 Kennay-Yah Road | E: reception@fnnation.ca | W: www.fortnelsonfirstnation.org

Adult Education.

Fort Nelson Playschool

P: 250.774.3351 | A: 4216 51st Avenue

Preschool Programs.

Fort Nelson Secondary School 

P: 250.774.6958 | A: 5419 Simpson Trail | W: www.sd81.bc.ca/fnss

Grade 8 through 12.

P: 250.774.6941 | A: 5617 51st Street | W: www.sd81.bc.ca/gwc

Strong Early Start Learning Programs through Grade 4.

P: 250.774.3145 | A: 5246 45th Street | W: www.sd81.bc.ca/jsc

Strong Start Early Learning Programs through Grade 4.

P: 250.774.2741 | Toll Free: 1.866.463.6652 | A: 5201 Simpson Trail | W: www.nlc.bc.ca

Full and part-time Academic, Vocational, Continuing Education and Workforce Training.

P: 250.774.2738 | A: 5501 Mountainview Drive | W: www.sd81.bc.ca/rla

Grades 5 through 7.

P: 250.774.2591 | A: 5104 Airport Drive | W: http://www.sd81.bc.ca

Administrative Office.

P: 250.774.2591 | A: 5104 Airport Drive | E: gjohnston@sd81.bc.ca | W: www.sd81.bc.ca

Speech and language services are offered to support children and their families from infancy through High School. No referral is required.

P: 250.232.5492 | A: 422 Alaska Highway, Toad River, BC | W: www.sd81.bc.ca/trs

Primary through Grade 12.

P: 250.774.3114 | A: 5008 49 Ave | E: centre-fortnelson@workbc.ca | W: www.fortnelsonemployment.ca

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fnemployment/

Assistance in finding employment and helping with the skills needed to apply for work.

Friendship Centre

P: 250.774.2993 | A: 5012 49th Avenue | E: fnafs@northwestel.net | W: www.fnafs.org

The Ministry focuses on providing British Columbians in need with a system of supports to help them achieve their social and economic potential. Featured services: Income Assistance, Disability Assistance, WorkBC.

P: 250.774.2993 | E: fnafs@northwestel.net | W: https://fnafs.org

The Food Bank is located at 4903 50th St. It runs every second Thursday from 11:00am-3:00pm. The Food Bank provides healthy non-perishable foods to help out for a couple days. From time to time they are able to offer some perishable foods when available. If you are needing assistance please inquire through the Fort Nelson Aboriginal Friendship Centre to get signed up.

P: 250.774.3193 | A: 4701 Barber Crescent | E: nrss@theedge.ca | W: https://nrss.ca

The Meals on Wheels program offers a hot homemade meal to seniors within our community, twice weekly, Tuesday and Thursday for a small fee of $10/meal. This meal includes a main, side, fresh fruit cup, homemade dinner bun and a dessert. They have volunteers who deliver for them or pick up is always an option as well.

P: 250.774.7838 | A: 5216 Airport Drive | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/airportwaymedicalclinic

General practice medical clinic. 

P: 250.774.3510 (Dental Clinic) and 250.321.9243 (Optometry) | A: 201-5008 50th Avenue N | W: https://fortnelsondental.ca/

Full service dental clinic. Optometrist, Vicky Mahairu, does scheduled visits to Fort Nelson to serve the optometry needs in the community. Call to get the optometrists most current scheduled visits.  

P: 250.774.8142 | Hospice Centre Location: 4312-43rd Street | M: PO Bag 1000, 5315 Liard Street 

E: fortnelsonhospice@gmail.com | W: https://www.fortnelsonhospicesociety.com/

The Fort Nelson Hospice Society provides a community-based program dedicated to supportive compassionate care for people, family and friends facing terminal and/or life-threatening illness. Their goal is to provide trained hospice volunteers to those in need, promote public awareness, facilitate bereavement support, grief recovery workshops and grief support groups.

P: 250.774.8100 | A: 5315 Liard Street | M: PO Bag 1000  | W: www.northernhealth.ca

Providing services to Northern Rockies, 25 Acute care beds, full laboratory, 8 long term care beds, X-Ray facilities, minor surgery, emergency, diabetic clinic, mental health and additions. 

P: 250.774.8135 | A: 5315 Liard Street | E: FortNelson.Foundation@northernhealth.ca | Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/hospitalfound/

Is dedicated to building a strong Foundation for the continued community support of the Fort Nelson General Hospital and work to enhance healthcare for the population residing in Fort Nelson and its surrounding area.

P: 811 | W: www.healthlinkbc.ca

Trusted health information at your fingertips; call or click. Call 811 to speak with a Registered Nurse, Pharmacist or Dietitian 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in over 150 languages.

P: 250.321.4670 | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Herbal-Medicine-Clinic-223724701165054/

The philosophy at the clinic is to provide tools to enable you to nurture body, mind and spirit by offering: Herbal Medicine Consultants, reiki balancing treatments and Reflexology. By appointment only. Due to the nation-wide pandemic (Covid) the clinic is not currently open however, Doctor Gillian Leverkus, is offering phone and Zoom consultations at this time.

P: 250.774.6769 | A: 5020 50th Avenue N

The Massage Therapy Clinic is BC Registered and offers Reflexology, Massage, Brain Therapy, Cranial & Sacral therapy, Joint Oscillations, Lymphatic Drainage as well as customized treatments. Also a protocol to assess and treat people with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue.

P: 250.774.7092 | A: 5217 Airport Drive | W: www.northernhealth.ca 

Primary and community care includes the basic health care services that people access through primary care providers like family doctors, nurse practitioners, and other members of the health care team.

P: 1.888.647.4997 | W: https://nhconnections.ca/

If you are calling from outside British Columbia please call 1.250.564.7499 

Travel service program for patients needing out-of-town medical appointments in northern BC.  Fares are nominal ranging from $20.00 round-trip to $80.00 round trip for longer distance routes. 

P: 250.774.4444 | A: 4916 50th Avenue N  | E: www.northernrockieschiropractic@gmail.com | W: https://nrcw4444.wixsite.com/northernrockieschiro  | Facebook: 

https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=northern%20rockies%20chiropractic%20%26%20wellness

At Northern Rockies Chiropractic and Wellness, they compliment chiropractic care with rehabilitative exercises and nutritional advice based on individual patient’s needs.

P: 250.774.4484 | A: 5211 Airport Drive  | E: info@nrdc.ca | W: https://nrdc.ca/

Full service dental clinic.

P: 1.800.667.3438 or 811 | W: www.northernhealth.ca

Education, consultation and counseling on healthy food choices.

Red Cross Medical Equipment Loan Service

P: 250.774.8111

Please leave a message at the phone number and a volunteer will return your call.

P: 250.774.6956

Contact Public Works Canada. Outside of Fort Nelson

P: 250.787.3237 | W: www.DriveBC.ca

Contact BC Ministry of Transportation. Inside of Fort Nelson.

P: 1.866.453.3267

Maintained by Ledcor. 

P: 250.774.5555 | Enquiry BC: 1.800.663.7867 | A: 5319 50th Avenue S  | W: 

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/organizational-structure/ministries-organizations/ministries/citizens-services/servicebc/service-bc-location-fort-nelson

Services available include, but not limited to: Vital Statistics (Birth, Death, Marriage Certificates, etc.) Medical Services Plan, Driver’s Licence Services, CATS - Community Access Terminal.

P: 250.774.7257(Administration) |P: 250.774.2300(Health Department) | A: 2026 Kennay-Yah Road

E: reception@fnnation.ca | W: www.fortnelsonfirstnation.org

As a community, Fort Nelson First Nation operates with Administration, Capital Works & Housing, Health & Community Services, Education, Dehzona Daycare & Head Start, Justice, Economic Development & Lands & Resources departments. The Health and Family Service Department provides a variety of prevention and intervention programs and services that promote healing, growth and self-reliance.

Northeast Native Advancing Society (NENAS)

P: 250.774.3266 | A: Unit 208, 5415 - 51 Ave. W | E: nenas@nenas.org | W: www.nenas.org

Providing services to enhance employment opportunities including skills enhancement, job search, employment maintenance and career decision-making.

Northern Rockies Aboriginal Women Society (NRAWS)

P: 250.233.8920  | 5019 52 Ave. W | E: ed.nraws@northwestel.net | W: www.nraws.org

Providing culturally appropriate, safe and empowering options for women, children, their immediate and extended families and the Aboriginal community at large. Family programs and support and pregnancy outreach.

P: 250.774.2541 option 5 | A: 5404 - 48 Avenue | W: https://forms.northernrockies.ca/Report-a-Concern

For Bylaw concerns please use the link above.

P: 250.500.2621 - Call or Text Becky to arrange an appointment

The Family Law Advocate program is primarily family law, including child protection, with some assistance in other overlapping matters (e.g. immigration, criminal, etc.) Services provided are as follows:

• Guardianship and Parenting Time
• Parental Responsibilities 
• Child Support
• Spousal Support and Divorce 
• Assistance with Separation Agreements
• Protection Orders
• FMEP
• Mobility/Relocation
• Property, Debts, - up to 20K
• Emergency Asset Restraint
• Matrimonial Propriate Service 
• Child Protection

P: 250.774.2993 | A: 5012 49th Avenue | E: fnafs@northwestel.net | W: www.fnafs.org

P: 250.774.4415 | A: 4903 51st Avenue  | E: coordinator@fncls.com | W: www.fncls.com

Parent Legal Centre Network (PLC) https://legalaid.bc.ca/. The Fort Nelson Community Literacy Society provide spaces where clients of the PLC can meet with their lawyer or advocate from the PLC regarding their child protection case, either by video call, phone, or in person. 

P: 250.774.2240 | A: #2 5024 50 Avenue 

Olive McLean Notary Corporation has been providing legal assistance to Fort Nelson residents since 2006. Olive McLean Notary Corporation provides a variety of public services including conveyancing, refinancing, estate planning, power of attorneys and notarization. Olive McLean draws on her professional training and years of experience to help clients navigate issues relating to wills, property ownership and transfer, and legal documentation in a way that is understandable and gives the client peace of mind.

Provincial Court of British Columbia

P: 250-774-5999 | A: 5431 Airport Drive | W: https://www.provincialcourt.bc.ca/

The Provincial Court has jurisdiction (legal authority) to deal with the following types of cases:

• Family
• Small Claims
• Criminal
• Youth Court
• Traffic, Ticket & Bylaw

W: https://calendar.northernrockies.ca/

Website listing community events and programs.

Bounce 102.3 FM 

P: 250.774.2525 | A: 5152 Liard Street | W: https://www.iheartradio.ca/bounce/fort-nelson

Local radio station featuring community news, sports and events.

P: 1.800.SUICIDE (1.800.784.2433) | W: https://crisis-centre.ca/ | W: https://crisiscentre.bc.ca

1-800-SUICIDE: if you are considering suicide or are concerned about someone who may be, please call. 

P: 1-800-668-6868 |Text: 686868 | W: www.kidshelpphone.ca 

• 24/7 service whether by phone, text, mobile app or through website
• Professional counselling
• Information and referrals to local resources

P: 250.563.1214 | Toll Free: 1.888.562.1214 | E: https://crisis-centre.ca/

A safe, confidential and non judgmental crisis line to discuss anything troubling you.

W: https://crisiscentre.bc.ca | Online Distress Service for Adults: www.crisiscentrechat.ca - 

P: 604.872.1234 - Senior Distress Line |W: https://crisiscentre.bc.ca

P: 250.774.7092 | A: 5217 Airport Drive | W: https://www.northernhealth.ca/services/mental-health-substance-use/services-by-community#fort-nelson

The Mental Health & Substance Use community programs offer services that include a combination of functions with Interprofessional teams, as well as some specialty services, i.e. Developmental Disabilities Mental Health (DDMH), Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), etc. Youth addictions counselling and referral, elderly services counselling, early psychosis, eating disorders, vocational and recreation rehabilitation is also available at most community programs. Community programs provide assessment, treatment and referrals for adults.

Services include:

• Intake
• Crisis Response
• Short Term Counselling (individual, family, group)
• Longer Term Case Management
• Provides Life Skills support for activities of daily living
• Medication management
• Psycho-educational groups
• Education
• Psychiatric consultation
• Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT)

250.261.9189 | Crisis Line: 1.888.562.1214 | A: 11204 107th Street Fort St John | E: nemanager@bcs.org | W: 

www.bcss.org

Free support and information for individuals (family, friends) who support someone who may have or has been diagnosed with a mental illness.

Youth Crisis Line 

P: 1.888.564.8336 | Text: 250.564.8336 | W: https://crisis-centre.ca/

A confidential, anonymous peer support service operated by trained youth answering calls from other youth.

P: 1.866.872.0113 (Talk to Youth Line) | W: https://crisiscentre.bc.ca | Online Distress Service for Youths:

www.youthinbc.com 

The Fort Nelson Community Literacy Society is a non-profit organization working to increase skills, encourage further education and develop the value of learning for life; Providing programs and support to help adults and families overcome educational barriers. In addition to many other programs/supports they provide the following to newcomers:

• English Language Tutoring
• Settlement Support for Basic Needs
• Information Sessions
• Community Resources and Connections
• Conversation Circles & Classes
• English Proficiency Exam Information
• Citizenship Test Preparation

P: 250.774.6400 | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FNVIC

Located on the west side of the recreation complex within easy walking distance of Art Fraser Park, the Rotary Spray Park and Fort Nelson Museum, the Visitor Centre offers free wireless internet (WiFi) service and a selection of souvenirs and local artists' work.  Visitor Centre staff are friendly, knowledgeable and truly look forward to your visit. Let them help with your adventure needs in the Northern Rockies Regional Municipality!

W: https://www.welcomebc.ca/

Offers a wealth of information for newcomers, immigrants, and refugees. There are newcomer guides, in 13 different languages, to help the transition go as smoothly as possible. Visit the website to find out all you need to know to move to British Colombia.  

Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program

P: 250.233.8920 | A: 5019 52 Ave. W Fort Nelson | E: pop.nraws@northwestel.net

Promotes healthy choices and strategies for parents. Provides education, support and promotes positive, healthy practices for pregnant women.

Community Bridge - Foster Parent Recruitment, Retention & Support

P: 250.785.6021 ext.235 | W: www.northeastfosterfamilies.ca

Dedicated to providing support for foster parents, through listening, answering questions and finding community agency supports. Provides training opportunities for foster parents and enlists new families into the fostering community. Serving Foster Parents in Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, Tumbler Ridge, Chetwynd and Fort Nelson.

Northern Rockies Aboriginal Women Society (NRAWS)

P: 250.233.8920 | A: 5019 52nd Avenue W | W: www.nraws.org

The Canada Prenatal Nutrition program provides culturally appropriate, safe and empowering options for women, children, their immediate and extended families and the Aboriginal community at large. Family programs, support and pregnancy outreach.

P: 250.774.2451 ext 2082 | E: Send email to Krista 

We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy our programs - did you know the NRRM offers a fabulous program called the Leisure Access Program (LAP).

The LAP provides fee reductions for people with lower incomes in the community, including new eligibility for those with disabilities. Receive 40 free swim passes and 75% discount on registered Rec Centre programs for one year. You will need to complete a new application annually to ensure that you're still eligible.

P: 250.774-2993 | E: fnafs@northwestel.net | W:https://fnafs.org

HIV/AIDS Harm Reduction program provides low barrier access to safer sex and along with information/education to all surrounding areas in the community. Provides education in plain language to reduce stigma and encourage participation. To educate safe sex. All done in a culturally safe environment, no matter what age, race or gender. Support and promote groups such as those who choose to take intravenous drugs, men who have sex with men, and sex trade workers. Provides HIV and HCV prevention including information on local support groups. Fort Nelson Aboriginal Friendship Society HIV/AIDS Harm reduction program offers an array of services.

P: 250.774.3816 | A: 4903 48th Avenue | W: https://fnafs.org/

Minimal barrier emergency shelter for men ages 19 years and older. Provides six beds and a refuge area. They provide a safe, secure environment and appropriate accommodations for all clients on a short-term basis. Light meals and food vouchers, clothing, toiletries, showers and laundry facilities are available. You will also receive referrals to appropriate community services and resources that include Medical Services, Mental Health Services, Alcohol and Drug Treatment, and Employment Programs. Also offers transportation to shelter and to appointments. Zero tolerance for alcohol and drug use. Funded by BC Housing.

Women's Transitional House: Provides shelter for women and their children who are fleeing family violence. If you need help they are only a phone call away. Take advantage of the services they offer such as 24-hour support, free services, advocacy, safety plan creating, referral service, transportation, and follow-ups. Funded by BC Housing. Please contact for more information.

P: 250.775.0655 | A: #9 Landmark Plaza - 4916 50th Street | W: 

https://www.fortnelsonhospicesociety.com/hospice-thrift-shop

Provides the community with affordable options for clothing and house wares. Building partnerships with community services to help better serve the community needs. Promoting volunteerism in the community, as well as, an atmosphere of belonging and purpose.

P: 250.774.6664 | A: 5311 Airport Drive

Is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization. They carry clothing and a small selection of household items. Hours of operation are Saturdays from 10:00am-12:00pm.  Donation drop-offs are welcomed during operational hours.

BC Bus North

Reservations: 1.844.564.7494 | Reserve online: https://bcbus.ca/book-a-trip/

BC Bus North is a long haul coach service offering connections between Prince Rupert, Prince George, Dawson Creek, Fort St. John, Fort Nelson and Valemount with a fixed-route and schedule.

Reservations: 1.888.865.8585 | P: 250.774.5279 | Fort Nelson Airport | W: www.flycma.com

Central Mountain Air (CMA) is a western Canadian privately owned and operated company offering scheduled and charter flights to over 18 British Columbia and Alberta communities.

P: 250.774.3767 | Fax: 250.774.2025 | A: 4604 53rd Street | W: www.diversifiedbus.ca

We offer quality ground transportation solutions to accommodate your unique needs, including group charter and customized shuttle programs. Our diverse fleet can accommodate groups of all sizes.

P: 1.888.647.4997 | Fax: 250.564.7422 | W: https://www.nhconnections.ca/

If you are calling from outside British Columbia please call 1-250-564-7499 

Travel service program for patients needing out-of-town medical appointments in northern BC.  Fares are nominal ranging from $20.00 round-trip to $80.00 round trip for longer distance routes.

P: 250.774.6454 | A: 30 Piper Road | W: www.flynorthernrockies.ca

With its modern airport facilities, the Northern Rockies Regional Airport is able to serve a wide variety of aircraft ranging from small recreational and flight training aircraft to larger corporate, regional and commercial aircraft. Serviced by Central Mountain Air, passengers are able to connect to international markets through Edmonton, Calgary and Vancouver International Airports.

P: 250.500.2597 | A: 4701 Barber Crescent | W: https://nrss.ca/

They operate a low cost bus service for seniors and people with mobility issues either temporary or permanent and is now available for everyone! The bus is equipped with a wheelchair lift and can take up to 5 wheelchairs at a time. The bus runs Monday to Friday from 10:00am to 3:00pm. In town fare is just $5.00 per day and out of town is $10.00 per day. Please note that they have had to cut their hours of operation due to the downturn in the economy and loss of sponsorship. Bus passes are available from either the driver or the office. If you would like to advertise your business on the outside of the seniors bus, please give them a call at 250-774-3193. 

P: 1.800.224.9376 | W: www.bchydro.com

Electricity services. 

P: 1.800.668.6878 | W: www.bell.ca | Local dealer: City Furniture |W: https://www.cityfurniturecanada.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw7fuJBhBdEiwA2lLMYSZE2QuclL0aVJszXMYUFuofGRBzlqoCW0pmwVJQnUpK3XrUpzN3uxoCxAwQAvD_BwE

Phone, Internet, and TV services.

P: 1.888.224.2710 | W: www.fortisbc.com

Natural gas services.

P: 250.774.2541 | A: 5319 50th Avenue S | W: www.northernrockies.ca

Water, sewer, and curbside garbage collection.

P: 250.774.7194 | A: 3100 55th Street | W: https://www.northernrockies.ca/en/live-here/garbage-and-recycling.aspx#Landfill

Municipal Landfill.

P: 250.774.1111 | A: 5404 50th Avenue | W: www.nwtel.ca

Provides home and business phone, internet, and television services.

P: 250.774.6528 | A: 4911 49th Avenue | W: www.widesky.ca

Return-It Depot and depot for all MMBC materials including plastics, metal, waste oil, etc.