Life Promotion & Prevention

Centre Walgwan's services

Walgwan center provides services to First Nations and Inuit youth experiencing challenges related to substance use, mental health, trauma, and overall wellbeing.

Life Promotion & Prevention

At Walgwan Center, we believe that promoting life is just as important as treating illness.

Through community partnerships and culturally grounded initiatives, we strengthen hope, meaning, purpose, and belonging while reducing risk factors associated with substance use, suicide, and mental health challenges.

Our Life Promotion initiatives include:
  • Life is Sacred programming
  • Community wellness workshops
  • Youth leadership initiatives
  • Prevention and early intervention services
  • Cultural activities
  • Community capacity building
  • Professional training and education

Our programs and services

Pre-Treatment Services

Pre-Treatment Services

The healing journey often begins before a young person arrives at Walgwan Center.

Residential Wellness Program

Residential Wellness Program

Our eight-week Residential Wellness Program provides youth with a structured, supportive, and culturally grounded environment where they can focus on healing, self-discovery, and personal growth.

Land-Based Healing

Land-Based Healing

Connection to the land is central to our philosophy of care.

Cultural Wellness

Cultural Wellness

Culture is woven into every aspect of life at Centre Walgwan.

Clinical & Wellness Services

Clinical & Wellness Services

Every youth receives individualized support based on their unique strengths, experiences, and goals.

Virtual Care

Virtual Care

Distance should never be a barrier to healing.

Outpatient Wellness Services

Outpatient Wellness Services

Walgwan center is committed to improving access to culturally grounded wellness services for First Nations and Inuit youth living throughout the surrounding region.

Family & Community Partnerships

Family & Community Partnerships

Healing is strongest when families and communities walk alongside youth.

Aftercare & Reintegration

Aftercare & Reintegration

Healing continues long after a youth leaves our residential program.