List of Rehabs for Methadone Addiction by Province
LIFE Recovery Association is a women’s residential addiction recovery organization in Abbotsford, BC that supports adults whose alcohol or drug use has already begun affecting daily functioning: work, family roles, housing stability, or emotional wellbeing. This is a faith-anchored, live-in environment where women live together and work through recovery with structured support, community, and connection rather than episodic outpatient care.
Rehab Settings
- Outpatient
- Residential Long-Term
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Faith-Based
- Gender-Specific
- Medical Staff On-Site
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
- Twelve-Step
People Served
- Christian
- Women
Trust Factors
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed by the Government of British Columbia
- Licensed Staff
- Non-Profit Organization
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
Abbotsford, BC
Key details about LIFE Recovery
How much does LIFE Recovery cost?
$110 per day (First Stage home)
What are their business hours?
Day program: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday - 9am to 1pm
How long is treatment?
First stage home: 90 days
Second stage home: as long as needed
Is it co-ed?
No, women only
Can I bring my cellphone?
You can access your cellphone after 45 days.
Does LIFE Recovery have a gym or other amenities?
Yes, there is an on-site fitness room.
What professional/medical staff work at LIFE Recovery?
In-house doctor
Rehab Settings
- Residential Long-Term
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Faith-Based
- Holistic
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
People Served
- Co-Ed
- Indigenous Peoples
Trust Factors
- Accreditation Canada
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Funded by National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program (NNADAP)
- Licensed Staff
Kamsack, SK
Key details about The Saulteaux Healing and Wellness Treatment Centre
How long is treatment?
42 days
Does The Saulteaux Healing and Wellness Treatment Centre have a detox on-site?
No, and must be detoxed 7 to 10 days prior
Is it co-ed?
Yes
What is their capacity?
18 people
Metric Addiction Services is a comprehensive addiction support centre in Vancouver, BC for adults whose drug or alcohol use has begun affecting the life they’re still living: work, relationships, housing, emotional wellbeing, and daily responsibilities. The centre combines residential recovery and outpatient counselling so people can start meaningful change either within a live-in community or while continuing with their everyday roles.
Rehab Settings
- Interventionist
- Outpatient
- Residential Long-Term
- Residential Short-Term
Services Offered
- Assessment
- Gender-Specific
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Couples
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
- Virtual Counselling for Addiction
People Served
- Men
- Women
Trust Factors
- Certified by the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF)
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
Vancouver, BC
Key details about Metric Addiction Services
How long is treatment?
30 to 90 days
Can I have a private room?
There are private rooms and semi-private rooms.
Is it co-ed?
No, men and women separated
Does Metric Addiction Services have a gym or other amenities?
Yes, there is a fitness center.
What professional/medical staff work at Metric Addiction Services?
Rob Hammond, RPC, ICADC, CCAC, SAP
Night & Day Recovery Society's Night & Day Recovery Centre in Surrey, BC is a residential recovery home for adults (19+) whose alcohol, drug, or related life-controlling patterns have already begun affecting daily stability: work, housing, relationships, or emotional wellbeing. This is a structured, live-in 12-Step-based recovery setting where people live on site and build routines, accountability, and support through daily engagement.
Rehab Settings
- Residential
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Faith-Based
- Gender-Specific
- Holistic
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
- Twelve-Step
- Wilderness/Adventure
People Served
- Co-Ed
- Indigenous Peoples
- Men
- Sikh
- Women
Trust Factors
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
Surrey, BC
Key details about Night and Day Recovery Society
Is it co-ed?
First: Yes
Second Stage: Some co-ed, some gender-specific for men and women
Southern Alcare Manor (commonly known as SAM) is a long-term, residential recovery residence in Lethbridge, Alberta that supports adults seeking to overcome alcohol and drug addiction through an abstinence-based, therapeutic recovery experience. As a registered charitable agency serving both men and women, SAM provides a structured living environment designed to help residents build the foundation for lasting sobriety and restored life functioning.
Rehab Settings
- Residential Long-Term
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Substance Abuse Counselling
People Served
- Co-Ed
Trust Factors
- CARF-Accredited
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed by the Government of Alberta
- Licensed Staff
- Non-Profit Organization
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
Lethbridge, AB
Key details about Southern Alcare Manor
How much does Southern Alcare Manor cost?
Free of charge (for residents with Alberta Health care)
How long is treatment?
3 months
Can I have a private room?
There are 11 double rooms and 3 single rooms that become available as residents mature in the program.
Does Southern Alcare Manor have a detox on-site?
No
Is it co-ed?
Yes
What professional/medical staff work at Southern Alcare Manor?
Psychologist, medical practitioners, therapists and addiction counsellors
What is their capacity?
25 people
Turning Point Recovery Society’s North Shore Men’s program in North Vancouver, BC is a residential addiction recovery setting for adult men whose alcohol, drug, or related life-controlling patterns have already begun affecting stability: housing, work, relationships, or daily functioning. This is a structured, live-in environment where recovery work becomes part of the everyday rhythm of life.
Rehab Settings
- Residential Long-Term
- Residential Short-Term
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Faith-Based
- Gender-Specific
- Holistic
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
- Twelve-Step
- Wilderness/Adventure
People Served
- Men
Trust Factors
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed by the Government of British Columbia
- Licensed Staff
- Non-Profit Organization
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
North Vancouver, BC
Key details about Turning Point Recovery Society – North Shore Men’s
How long is treatment?
30 to 90 days
Is it co-ed?
No, men only
What professional/medical staff work at Turning Point Recovery Society – North Shore Men’s?
Professionally trained and certified addictions counsellors and/or hold advanced degrees in social work, social services or other health related disciplines.
What is their capacity?
10 men
Ngwaagan Gamig Recovery Centre Inc. delivers culturally-based addiction treatment and prevention services, including a residential day treatment program. Clients can also access outpatient treatment programs, assessments, aftercare planning, and referrals.
Rehab Settings
- Outpatient
- Residential Short-Term
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Drug Prevention and Education
- Family Services
- Family Support
- Holistic
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
People Served
- Adults
- Co-Ed
- Indigenous Peoples
- Seniors
Trust Factors
- Accreditation Canada
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Funded by National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program (NNADAP)
- Licensed Staff
- Official Canadian Substance Use Treatment Centres for First Nations and Inuit
Wikwemikong, ON
Key details about Ngwaagan Gamig Recovery Centre Inc.
How long is treatment?
4 weeks
Is it co-ed?
Yes
What professional/medical staff work at Ngwaagan Gamig Recovery Centre Inc.?
Rolanda Manitowabi, MAPP | Executive Director
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, addressing spiritual, physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Rehab Settings
- Residential Long-Term
Services Offered
- Assessment
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Gender-Specific
- Holistic
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
People Served
- Adolescents
- Indigenous Peoples
- Men
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
Fort Qu’Appelle, SK
Key details about Leading Thunderbird Lodge
How long is treatment?
16 weeks
Is it co-ed?
No, men only
Does Leading Thunderbird Lodge have a gym or other amenities?
Yes, there is a gymnasium and a fully-equipped weight room.
What is their capacity?
15 teenage boys
Sunrise Healing Lodge in Calgary, Alberta, is a long-established Indigenous-led addiction treatment provider offering culturally grounded recovery programs designed to help adults break free from alcohol, drug, and behavioural addictions. This licensed agency has been providing treatment since the 1970s and integrates Indigenous cultural teachings with proven recovery practices to create a supportive environment for lasting change.
Rehab Settings
- Outpatient
- Residential Long-Term
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Faith-Based
- Family Services
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Families
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
- Twelve-Step
People Served
- Co-Ed
- Indigenous Peoples
Trust Factors
- Accreditation Canada
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed by the Government of Alberta
- Licensed Staff
- Non-Profit Organization
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
Calgary, AB
Key details about Sunrise Healing Lodge
How long is treatment?
14 weeks
Does Sunrise Healing Lodge typically have a waiting list?
Yes
Does Sunrise Healing Lodge have a detox on-site?
No, and must be 3 days sober
Is it co-ed?
Yes
What professional/medical staff work at Sunrise Healing Lodge?
Jodie Uzelman, BSW, RSW | Director of Operations
Jennifer Leggett, RSW | Director of Inpatient Services
The Bridgeway Intensive Live-In Treatment at Ethel Street is a six-week residential addiction recovery program for female-identifying adults in Kelowna, BC, operated by The Bridge Youth & Family Services. It’s part of a structured, live-in recovery model designed for people whose substance use, and the life disruption it causes, has already begun affecting work, relationships, housing, or emotional wellbeing. This centre provides a predictable, substance-free residential environment where recovery is part of daily life.
Rehab Settings
- Residential Long-Term
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Drug Prevention and Education
- Gender-Specific
- Holistic
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
People Served
- Women
Trust Factors
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
- Non-Profit Organization
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
Kelowna, BC
Key details about The Bridge – Bridgeway Intensive Live-In Treatment (Ethel House)
How long is treatment?
6 weeks
Does The Bridge – Bridgeway Intensive Live-In Treatment (Ethel House) have a detox on-site?
No, two other The Bridge locations offer medical detox
Is it co-ed?
No, women only
Can I bring my cellphone?
Yes, cellphones are accepted.
What professional/medical staff work at The Bridge – Bridgeway Intensive Live-In Treatment (Ethel House)?
Brooklyn Kent, MSW, RSW | Program Manager
What is their capacity?
7 people and 2 people in transition
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but it requires a medically supervised taper, not abrupt cessation. Because methadone is a long-acting opioid, withdrawal develops more slowly than with heroin or other short-acting opioids and can persist for ten days or more. CAMH guidance is clear that if a person and their prescriber agree to end treatment, the dose is reduced gradually over many weeks or months. Some people transition to buprenorphine/naloxone as a bridging step, which has a safer overdose profile and a shorter taper timeline. Stopping methadone is a legitimate goal, but it works best when approached collaboratively with a prescriber rather than attempted alone.
Methadone withdrawal is distinctive among opioid withdrawals because of the drug's long half-life, averaging around 25 hours. Symptoms don't begin for about 24 to 48 hours after the last dose, and in some cases can take up to four days to appear. The acute withdrawal syndrome then peaks between days three and eight, with severe muscle aches, nausea, sweating, insomnia, anxiety, and intense cravings. WHO guidelines note the full acute phase can persist for 10 to 20 days, considerably longer than heroin or fentanyl withdrawal, which typically resolves within a week. Beyond that acute window, post-acute symptoms like insomnia, low mood, anhedonia, and intermittent cravings, can persist for weeks or months, particularly in people who used methadone long-term. This extended timeline is the main reason that abrupt cessation is discouraged and supervised tapering is the clinical standard.
Coming off methadone safely starts with one principle: do not stop on your own. Because methadone builds up in the body over time and withdrawal is slow to develop, abrupt cessation can be deceptive at first and dangerous later. The recommended approach is a gradual, medically supervised taper, with the dose reduced slowly enough that the body can adjust at each step.
The taper timeline is not one-size-fits-all. The process can take many weeks or months and should be tailored to the individual. People who have been on methadone longer, or at higher doses, generally need a more gradual reduction. Throughout the taper, having counselling and psychosocial support in place makes a significant difference, not just for managing symptoms but for addressing the underlying reasons opioids became necessary in the first place. A taper without that deeper support is harder to sustain.
If stopping methadone is your goal, the right first step is raising it with your prescriber. That conversation is worth having, and the path forward is more manageable with medical guidance than without it.
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