Alberta’s government is expanding addiction treatment capacity in Edmonton through investments to the George Spady Society.
More than $13 million in funding is being provided through the Alberta Recovery Model.
Of that funding, $8 million in 2023 supported the organization to move its medical detox unit to its new location, which has an increased capacity of 46 per cent.
The George Spady Society provides services for the care, treatment and support of individuals struggling with substance use.
“Albertans deserve the opportunity to live a full life, free from addiction. By supporting the George Spady Society open more medical detox spaces and pre-treatment beds, we are increasing access to care in Edmonton and Alberta,” said Alberta Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Rick Wilson.
Medical detox helps individuals suffering from chronic addiction to safely stop using substances, under the supervision of health professionals.
Pre-treatment beds are a bridge between medical withdrawal management and formal addiction programs.
They offer a safe, supportive environment where individuals receive wraparound supports that help prepare them to enter a treatment program, such as a recovery community.
“For decades, George Spady Society has also offered valuable leadership in Edmonton’s social services sector, helping shape solutions that meet people where they are and create lasting change. This new facility represents dignity, safety and the belief that recovery is possible,” said Devon Jones, board chair, George Spady Society.
“We are committed to working alongside our government and community partners to ensure every individual has the opportunity to reclaim their health and their future.”
George Spady Society’s new facility, the Aurora Centre, is located on Stony Plain Road in northwest Edmonton and began accepting clients on Aug. 28, 2025.
The centre is expected to serve up to 2,300 individuals annually with enhanced care services.
The George Spady Society’s previous location provided 31 withdrawal management beds and 10 pre-treatment beds.
The new location provides 41 withdrawal management beds and 19 pre-treatment beds.
All publicly funded addiction treatment is free for Albertans.
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