Leading Thunderbird Lodge is a 15-bed residential treatment facility for First Nations and Inuit male youth aged 12-17. Located near Fort Qu’Appelle, Saskatchewan, the 16-week program integrates clinical, educational, and cultural components, focusing on holistic development in spiritual, physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Leading Thunderbird Lodge
Updated on: 19 February 2025
About this center
Center at a glance
Location
555 Fort San Road, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK
Treatment Length
16 weeks
Language
English
Co-Ed
No, men only
Reviews
Things to know
Center's capacity
15 teenage boys
Paying for treatment
Government-Funded Rehab
Services & amenities
Treatment Types
Residential Long-Term
Residential Long-Term
Long-term inpatient treatment provides extended, residential care in a structured environment. Programs are designed for individuals who need ongoing support over a longer period to address substance use and related challenges. A treatment that is over 30 days is considered long-term.
Services Offered
Assessment
Assessment
An assessment is an initial evaluation used to understand an individual’s substance use history, needs, and appropriate level of care. It helps guide treatment recommendations and next steps.
Co-Occurring Disorders
Co-Occurring Disorders
Co-occurring disorders refer to the presence of both a substance use disorder and a mental health condition. Treatment typically addresses both conditions together to support more comprehensive care.
Gender-Specific
Holistic
Holistic
Holistic programs emphasize treating the whole person by addressing physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Services may complement traditional treatment approaches.
Substance Abuse Counselling
Substance Abuse Counselling
Substance abuse counseling provides professional support to help individuals address substance use and related behaviors. Services may include individual or group counseling focused on recovery goals.
Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
Substance Abuse Group Counselling
Amenities
Gym/Weight Room
Gymnasium
Clientele Served
Adolescents
Indigenous Peoples
Men
Men
Men-only programs provide treatment or recovery support exclusively for men. Services are designed to address gender-specific needs and group dynamics.
Trust Factors
Canadian Accreditation Council
Evidence-Based Approach
Funded by National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program (NNADAP)
Non-Profit Organization
Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
