Help is available for you or someone you know experiencing problems with alcohol.
Concerned About Your Drinking or the Drinking of Someone You Love?
If you or someone you care about is experiencing a problem with drinking, these organizations can help.
Online Resources
Shared Health (formerly the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba): Shared Health is a health authority that provides professional counseling services free of charge if you or someone you know has a problem with drinking.
Alcoholics Anonymous Manitoba (AA): AA is a 12 step self-help group that can support you if you want to stop drinking.
Get the Poster
Al-Anon: Al-Anon is a 12 step self-help group that can support you if your family member or friend is having problems with drinking.
Save Our Selves (SOS) is a non-profit, anonymous, secular addiction support group that holds meetings in person or virtually.
Family Doctor Finder | Health | Province of Manitoba: The Family Doctor Finder can help you find a home clinic in Manitoba.
Rainbow Outpatient Addictions Recovery (ROAR): ROAR provides free, 16-week harm reduction program for members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Winnipeg.
Phone Resource
Manitoba Addictions Helpline (toll-free) at 1-855-662-6605
Voluntary Self-Exclusion
What is Voluntary Self-Exclusion– Liquor Marts?
It is a way to help people honour their decision to take a break from buying alcohol at Manitoba Liquor Marts with controlled (security) entrances.
You may choose Voluntary Self-Exclusion (VSE) for a variety of reasons, but if drinking alcohol is having a negative impact on your life, it may be a good first step to help you regain control.
For more information, please read the brochure.
Concerned about your cannabis use?
If you or someone you care about is experiencing a problem with cannabis use, these resources may be helpful:
Online
Shared Health (formerly the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba): Shared Health is a health authority that provides professional counseling services free of charge if you or someone you know has a problem with cannabis.
Manitoba Government tips and resources
Rainbow Outpatient Addictions Recovery (ROAR): ROAR provides free, 16-week harm reduction program for members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community in Winnipeg.
By phone
Provincial Adult Addictions Information Toll-Free Line: 1-855-662-6605
Take Control of Your Alcohol Consumption
At DrinkSense, we believe responsible decisions around alcohol start with the right information. Whether you're looking to moderate your consumption, explore alcohol-free alternatives, or support loved ones at different life stages, we're here to help. Take the next step towards a healthier, more balanced lifestyle today.