The Directory Recovery Roofer Ottawa · Updated May 2026
A directory · Real numbers · Honest notes

If you need help, start here.

Crisis numbers first — they're at the top for a reason. Everything below is what I've actually seen or used. More is coming; what's here is real.

Right now

If you're in crisis or withdrawal, call one of these. They pick up.

Ottawa Withdrawal Mgmt
(613) 241-1525
Detox intake — call first RAAM Clinic — The Royal
(613) 722-6521
Ext. 6508 · Rapid access Ottawa Distress & Crisis
(613) 722-1000
24/7 mental health crisis Suicide Crisis Helpline
988
Call or text · Canada-wide

Start here · On this site

If you're figuring out the system for the first time, or helping someone who is — these pages do most of the work.

Continuum of Care →
Three paths through Ottawa's recovery system. Real numbers, honest notes on each step, where people actually fall through.
The map
Writing →
Policy breakdowns, housing, withdrawal, parole, and what the system looks like from inside it.
17 articles
Connect →
I'll talk to anyone. I can't fix the system, but I can usually point you at the right door.
Direct contact

Centretown · A Walking Map

A live map of methadone, drop-ins, food, income support, and recovery resources within walking distance of Eccles Street — with real hours, written notes, and what to expect on a first visit.

Open the Centretown map →
Nine entries so far, growing one place at a time. OATC, CentreTown Pharmacy, the Eccles HART Hub, Centre 507, the Catherine St food bank, Ontario Works, ODSP, New Dawn Medical, Ottawa Medical Pharmacy.
Interactive · Mobile-friendly

Detox & Withdrawal · Ottawa

Medical detox is the only safe move with today's supply. Don't white-knuckle it.

Ottawa Withdrawal Management Centre
Main intake for Ottawa. 20 beds, co-ed, 16+. Call first — they'll tell you if there's a bed and walk you through what to bring. Best window is early morning.
(613) 241-1525
Detox · Beds
RAAM Clinic — The Royal
Rapid Access Addiction Medicine. No referral needed. Walk-in or check in online — they assess you and start treatment (Suboxone, methadone, counselling) the same day. Often the fastest real door.
(613) 722-6521 ×6508
Walk-in

Crisis & Mental Health · 24/7

When it's bad right now. Keep these in your phone.

Ottawa Distress & Crisis Line
Human on the other end. Will stay on the phone with you. Mental health crisis support, 24/7.
(613) 722-1000
24/7 · Ottawa
988 Suicide Crisis Helpline
Call or text 988. National service, trained responders. Picks up. No script.
988
24/7 · Canada

This directory is still growing — housing, parole / records, and peer support sections are coming. If something's missing that should be here, tell me.

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