Open ProvincesHealth advice line (811) in Alberta: speak to a nurse any time
How to reach the free nurse advice line of Alberta (811 in most provinces), what it does and when to call 9-1-1 instead, from the official pages.
Call 811 for non-emergency health advice
Health Link 811: speak to a registered nurse any time, day or night, free, in 240 languages; nurses assess symptoms and determine the best care, and may refer you to a virtual doctor (some eligibility rules apply). The Know Your Options page suggests calling 811 when unsure where to go.
These lines are for non-emergencies: in an emergency call 9-1-1. Services vary by province (some also offer chat, virtual visits or mental health and addictions support): see the official page. In Quebec the line is Info-Santé 811: see atlasquebec.ca. Rules, fees and programs change and were read on 2026-11-14: confirm with the official source. General information, not legal advice. Quebec follows its own rules: see atlasquebec.ca.
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