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National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program

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Nursing Station
Webequie First Nation
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807-353-7241
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Fax: 807-353-1551
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Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Last update: Jul 23, 2026: Suggest an edit
Application
Call for information

Eligibility / Target Population
Members of Webequie First Nation struggling with/affected by addictions issues

Fees
None

Contacts
Veronica Mekanak - Addictions Worker
807-353-7241 * veronicam@webequie.ca

Languages
English

Language Notes
Oji-Cree, available upon request

Accessibility
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Description of Services:
Provides services and support for individuals and families struggling with addiction issues
  • Offers Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings when required
  • Provides transportation to all meetings and workshops upon request
Prevention
  • Provides public seminars/meetings to raise community awareness of alcohol, drug abuse and gambling addictions
  • Holds educational sessions in schools
  • Coordinates cultural and spiritual events
Intervention
  • Facilitates recreational activities and social events
  • Provides individual and group discussions
  • Offers cultural and spiritual gatherings
Aftercare provided for preventing reoccurrence:
  • Counselling, sharing circles and support groups
  • Regular phone calls and home visits
  • Referrals to band services, social services, detoxification and treatment centres and medical assistance
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