10/18/2026
Support for Nursing Students, Clinical Externs & Healthcare Workers
Our hearts are with everyone affected by the tragedy at CFB Wainwright.
To nursing students, clinical externs, preceptors, and healthcare workers supporting those affected: your well-being matters too. If you need support or placement accommodations, please reach out to your school, preceptor, or employer.
Urgent & Crisis Support (24/7)
• Emergency Services: 911
• Su***de Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988
• Alberta Mental Health Help Line: 1-877-303-2642
• Military Family Information Line: 1-800-866-4546
• Canadian Forces Member Assistance Program: 1-800-268-7708
Local Wainwright Support
• Mental Health Counselling: 780-842-7522
• Family & Grief Counselling: 780-842-2555
• Military Family Resource Centre: 780-842-1363, ext. 530-1253
• CFB Wainwright Mental Health Services: 780-842-1363, ext. 530-1503
• Community Resources: 211 Alberta
Incident Information
• CFB Wainwright Public Affairs Office: 819-531-8618
Some services have eligibility requirements.
Please check in on one another, seek support when needed, and remember that you do not have to face this alone.
With heartfelt sympathy and solidarity,
Canadian Nursing Students’ Association (CNSA)