About - Rideauwood

Rideauwood is a community leader and a specialist in substance use, behavioural addictions and mental health issues.

We are deeply committed to creating a compassionate and caring culture where clients feel empowered to make choices that work for them.

Our depth of experience stems from our more than 45 years of supporting clients with our expertise, compassion and care.

Rideauwood opened in 1976 with funding to provide four programs and services to approximately 450 clients each year. More than 45 years later, Rideauwood now offers over fifteen programs for clients including youth and young adults, adults, families, parents and support persons.

All Rideauwood programs are based on evidence-based best practices with adaptability and collaboration in mind. Consistently high levels of client satisfaction and dedicated, passionate staff ensure that we continually evolve our services and client experience to meet emerging needs.

We actively search for funding sources as well as strategic partnerships that allow us to expand our service offering for clients in need of support.

Why Rideauwood?

We are specialists.

Rideauwood has helped individuals in our community explore substance use, behavioural addictions and mental health issues for over 40 years.

We are collaborative.

Clients choose from comprehensive programs delivered by Rideauwood and its partners in schools, community health centres, hospitals, inpatient and outpatient programs.

We are adaptive.

Clients work with Rideauwood counsellors to choose a treatment plan that supports their unique goals, including abstinence and harm reduction.

We are compassionate.

Every member of the Rideauwood team is committed to supporting the wellbeing of each client in a respectful, caring and compassionate way.

Client Stories

Rideauwood alumni and counsellors share their stories and insights for individuals and families who might be exploring options for themselves.

Working at Rideauwood

Individuals interested in careers, field placements, counsellor’s aide and volunteer positions will find rewarding opportunities at Rideauwood.

Strategic Documents

Annual Reports

1 in 5 Canadians experience a mental illness or addiction problem.
They need our help and we need yours.

For every dollar you donate, 85 cents goes directly into treatment services that support clients in need. Please help us expand our reach to clients in need with donations of money, sponsorship and time.

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Temporary Office Closure

Due to an unexpected building issue, Rideauwood’s office will remain closed through Thursday, September 10.

All scheduled appointments will continue as planned and will be moved to a virtual format. Clients will be contacted directly by their counsellor with information about their appointment.

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.

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Avis de fermeture temporaire

En raison d’un problème imprévu dans l’immeuble, les bureaux de Rideauwood demeureront fermés jusqu’au jeudi 10 septembre inclusivement.

Tous les rendez-vous prévus auront lieu comme prévu, mais seront offerts en mode virtuel. Les clients seront contactés directement par leur conseiller ou conseillère afin de recevoir les renseignements nécessaires concernant leur rendez-vous.

Merci de votre compréhension et de votre souplesse.

Understanding Problematic Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders in Youth

This training helps parents, caregivers, teachers and all other caring adults effectively meet the needs of youth across the spectrum of use – from no use to problematic use.

Please note that Rideauwood’s offices will be closed on Friday, September 26th. If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support, please contact the Distress Centre of Ottawa at 613-238-3311.

For any urgent items, please contact us by email using the form on our Contact page.

Thank you.

Veuillez noter que les bureaux de Rideauwood seront fermés le vendredi 26 septembre. Si vous êtes en situation de crise ou avez besoin d’aide immédiate, veuillez communiquer avec le Centre de détresse d’Ottawa au 613-238-3311.

Pour toute urgence, veuillez nous contacter par courriel en utilisant le formulaire de notre page Contact .

Merci.

Please note that Rideauwood’s reception is closed on Monday, June 24th. If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support, please contact the Distress Centre of Ottawa at 613-238-3311.

For any urgent items, please contact us by email using the form on our Contact page.

Thank you.

Veuillez noter que la réception de Rideauwood sera fermée le mardi 24 juin. Si vous êtes en situation de crise ou avez besoin de soutien immédiat, veuillez communiquer avec le Centre de détresse d’Ottawa au 613-238-3311.

Pour toute demande urgente, veuillez nous contacter par courriel en utilisant le formulaire sur notre page Contact.

Merci.