OSI-CAN AB is a program of the CMHA, to support military, First Responders and Community Workers
08/07/2025
For those interested, please see the below information. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us via email or reach out directly to the email on the info sheet. https://vtncanada.org/
07/28/2025
OSI-CAN Edmonton Peer Support group meets every Monday night at 19:00. This is an online meeting. This is a free, confidential and supportive group for any Military/Veteran member, First Responders, Public Service Personnel or Healthcare Personnel. This group is available to anyone in the above services, whether you live in the Edmonton area or not. If you are interested, would like access or have any questions, please feel free to reach out to jtrenholm@osi-can-ab.ca
07/22/2025
The OSI-CAN Grief After Trauma Course is designed specifically for military, veterans, first responders, and frontline workers who are navigating the complex emotions of grief following traumatic experiences. This is an in-person course in Calgary.
07/14/2025
OSI-CAN ASK Leduc Peer Support group is meeting this Sunday, July 20th, 2024. We are located in a safe, private and confidential location.
This is a free, confidential and supportive group for any Military/Veteran member, First Responders, Public Service Personnel or Healthcare Personnel. This group is available to anyone in the above services whether you live in the Leduc area or not. If you are interested, need to find the location or have any questions please feel free to reach out to jtrenholm@osi-can-ab.ca
06/05/2025
🚨 CALLING VETERANS & FIRST RESPONDERS 🚨
Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back?
Turn your lived experience into hope and healing for others.
OSI-CAN Alberta is recruiting volunteer Peer Support Group Facilitators to lead confidential, community-based groups for military, police, fire, EMS, corrections and front-line personnel living with Operational Stress Injuries (OSIs), PTSD, and trauma.
🫱 What you’ll do:
✔ Facilitate group discussions (virtual or in-person)
✔ Create a safe space for peers to connect and heal
✔ Lead with compassion, trust, and shared experience
🛠 What we provide:
✅ Free peer support and mental wellness training.
✅ Ongoing mentorship and mental health support.
✅ A strong network of peer leaders just like you.
👤 Who we’re looking for:
Volunteer facilitator candidates in: Grande Prairie, Ft. Mac, Edmonton, Leduc, Jasper, Red Deer, and Medicine Hat.
OSI-CAN ASK Leduc Peer Support group is meeting this Sunday, May 18th, 2024. We are located in a safe, private and confidential location.
This is a free, confidential and supportive group for any Military/Veteran member, First Responders, Public Service Personnel or Healthcare Personnel. This group is available to anyone in the above services whether you live in the Leduc area or not. If you are interested, need to find the location or have any questions please feel free to reach out to jtrenholm@osi-can-ab.ca
05/05/2025
For those who may be interested!
02/12/2025
“You are not alone.”
These four words can change someone’s life.
If you’ve walked the path of OSI, PTSD, or mental health recovery, you know how vital support can be. Now, you have the opportunity to give back.
OSI-CAN Alberta is looking for lived experience (Veterans and First Responder) facilitators to assist in leading peer support groups for those struggling with operational stress injuries. You’ve been there. You understand. Now, you can help others find hope and healing.
✅ Education & support provided.
✅ Flexible commitment.
✅ A chance to give back in a meaningful and purposeful way.
Are you ready to make a difference?
We’re seeking help in Edmonton, Grande Prairie, Ft. Mac, Leduc, Stony Plain and Jasper.
OSI-CAN ASK Leduc Peer Support group is meeting this Sunday, Feb 14th, 2024. We are located in a safe, private and confidential location.
This is a free, confidential and supportive group for any Military/Veteran member, First Responders, Public Service Personnel or Healthcare Personnel. This group is available to anyone in the above services whether you live in the Leduc area or not. If you are interested, need to find the location or have any questions please feel free to reach out to jtrenholm@osi-can-ab.ca
11/07/2024
OSI-CAN ASK Leduc Peer Support group is meeting this Sunday, Nov 10th, 2024. We are located in a safe, private and confidential location.
This is a free, confidential and supportive group for any Military/Veteran member, First Responders, Public Service Personnel or Healthcare Personnel. This group is available to anyone in the above services whether you live in the Leduc area or not. If you are interested, need to find the location or have any questions please feel free to reach out to jtrenholm@osi-can-ab.ca
10/17/2024
OSI-CAN ASK Leduc Peer Support group is meeting this Sunday, Oct 20th, 2024. We are located in a safe, private and confidential location.
This is a free, confidential and supportive group for any Military/Veteran member, First Responders, Public Service Personnel or Healthcare Personnel. This group is available to anyone in the above services whether you live in the Leduc area or not. If you are interested, need to find the location or have any questions please feel free to reach out to jtrenholm@osi-can-ab.ca
09/10/2024
OSI-CAN ASK Leduc Peer Support group is meeting this Sunday, Sep 15th, 2024. We are located in a safe, private and confidential location.
This is a free, confidential and supportive group for any Military/Veteran member, First Responders, Public Service Personnel or Healthcare Personnel. This group is available to anyone in the above services whether you live in the Leduc area or not. If you are interested, need to find the location or have any questions please feel free to reach out to jtrenholm@osi-can-ab.ca
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If you or someone you love is in crisis call 780-482-4357 (HELP) the CMHA Distress Line is open 24/7 to assist you and connect you with resources in your area.
OSI-CAN is a community-based peer support initiative providing free, confidential, lived experience peer support services for those who protect us.
OSI-CAN provides the following services at no cost: