About
365 evenings a year, a team of two NightReach staff walk the streets and paths offering after-hour support to a wide range of individuals facing vulnerability due to place or circumstance. Our NightReach staff are easily recognizable by their bright red backpacks, which are packed with a wide range of harm reduction materials, seasonal clothing, first aid supplies and snacks.
NightReach also provides non-judgmental support and referrals for food, housing, health care, addictions, pregnancy support, legal concerns and employment services to many street-involved individuals. Staff also do debris clean-up as required.
Accessing NightReach Supports
Who
Everyone within Central Alberta can access our NightReach supports and services during NightReach hours. There are no eligibility requirements.
When
NightReach hours vary each season:
December - March
NightReach hours of Operation are:
- 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm on weeknights (Monday – Friday)
- 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm on weekends and holidays
April - June
NightReach hours of operation are:
- 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm on weeknights (Monday – Friday)
- 5 pm – 10 pm on weekends and holidays
July - August
NightReach hours of Operation are:
- 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm on weeknights (Monday – Friday)
- 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm on weekends and holidays
September - November
NightReach hours of Operation are:
- 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm on weeknights (Monday – Friday)
- 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm on weekends and holidays
To confirm current NightReach hours, call our NightReach cell or connect with the Turning Point office during regular office hours. The Overdose Prevention Site is also open 24/7 and can be accessed for support.
How
Our after-hour support can be accessed by connecting with our NightReach staff, either by approaching them while they are walking downtown on duty or by calling the NightReach phone during NightReach hours and setting up a meeting.
