Poundmaker's Lodge Treatment Centre

Poundmaker’s Lodge Treatment Centre is one of Alberta’s most respected Indigenous addiction treatment facilities, nestled on the land of Sturgeon County at 25108 Poundmaker Road. Since its founding, the Lodge has offered a healing environment where First Nations, Métis, and Inuit individuals — as well as non-Indigenous clients — can recover from addiction through a powerful blend of clinical care and Indigenous cultural practices. The centre holds CARF accreditation, reflecting its commitment to high standards of care.

Indigenous Cultural Healing at the Core

What sets Poundmaker’s Lodge apart is its deep integration of First Nation cultural traditions throughout every aspect of the treatment experience. Clients participate in ceremonies, Elder teachings, and land-based healing practices alongside evidence-based counselling. This holistic approach recognizes that true recovery must address the spiritual and cultural dimensions of wellbeing alongside the physical and psychological. The Lodge draws strength from its connection to the land and the wisdom of Indigenous knowledge keepers.

Comprehensive Treatment Programs

The centre offers inpatient residential treatment, outpatient programming, sober living support, and aftercare services — providing a full continuum of care for individuals at different stages of recovery. Clients receive individual counselling, group therapy, and holistic therapies tailored to their needs. Treatment addresses addictions to alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, opioids, and other substances. The residential setting — with shared accommodations, communal dining, and dedicated counselling spaces — fosters community and mutual accountability.

CARF Accredited Excellence

Poundmaker’s Lodge has held CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) accreditation since 2020, demonstrating that its programs meet rigorous international standards for quality and safety. This accreditation, combined with decades of community trust, makes the Lodge a leading choice for individuals and families across Alberta seeking culturally grounded, clinically sound addiction treatment.