Laird Township Municipal Information
Community Resources
Where to find help close to home: health, food, crisis support, seniors, families and housing.
In an Emergency, Call 9-1-1
For police, fire or ambulance, always call 9-1-1 first. The services below are for non-emergency help and support.
Crisis and Mental Health Support
- 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: call or text 9-8-8, any time, day or night, in English or French.
- Canadian Mental Health Association, Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma: Crisis Services (705) 759-3398. Main office (705) 759-0458.
- Women in Crisis Algoma: 24-hour support for women and children affected by abuse or sexual assault, (705) 759-1230.
Health Advice
Health811: free advice from a registered nurse, 24 hours a day. Call 8-1-1 (TTY 7-1-1) or chat online.
Algoma Public Health: immunizations, dental, sexual health, food safety and family health programs. (705) 942-4646 or toll-free 1-866-892-0172.
Food Bank
Echo Bay and Area Food Bank
Echo Bay United Church, 220 Church Street, Echo Bay
Open 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the first three Wednesdays of each month. All are welcome.
Seniors
The Dr. Trefry Memorial Centre provides medical transportation, Meals on Wheels, Adult Day Out, friendly visiting, home maintenance and more for seniors and people with disabilities in Laird.
Children and Families
Child Care Algoma, Central Algoma Program: child care at Echo Bay Central Public School, 290 Church Street, Echo Bay. (705) 248-2043.
Help paying for child care, and EarlyON programs, are available through the Algoma District Services Administration Board.
Housing and Financial Help
The Algoma District Services Administration Board provides Ontario Works, social housing, and child care fee subsidies for the district.
Can’t Find What You Need?
211 Ontario connects you with community, social, health and government services near you. Call or text 2-1-1, any time, day or night, or call toll-free 1-877-330-3213. Help is available in more than 150 languages.
These organizations are listed for your information. Please contact them directly, as hours and services can change.