Fort Smith Health and Social Services Authority
Box 1080
Fort Smith, NT X0E 0P0
Phone: (867) 872-6200
Fax: (867) 872-6275
Website: None Currently Available
Fort Smith HSS Authority Phone List
General Overview
Fort Smith is the southernmost community in the Northwest Territories, lying on the NWT-Alberta border. The Fort Smith Health and Social Services Authority administers a range of community health and social services.
The Fort Smith Authority is composed of six members, plus a chairperson. The Town of Fort Smith, Salt River First Nations and Métis Nation Local 50 each have two representatives on the board.
Profile of Communities/Population
The Fort Smith Authority provides health and social programs to the people of Fort Smith:
| Community | Population (2006 Estimates) |
|---|---|
| Fort Smith | 2,396 |
| Total Population | 2,396 |
Facilities by Community
Either directly or indirectly through contribution agreements, the Authority is responsible for health and social services facilities, including but not limited to the following:
|
Community |
Facility |
Description |
| Fort Smith | Fort Smith Health and Social Services Centre | Health Centre/Social Services Office |
| Northern Lights Special Care Home | Multilevel Care Residence | |
| Polar Crescent Group Home | Child Welfare Facility | |
| Sutherland House | Family Violence Shelter | |
| Tapwe House | Multi-purpose Facility | |
| Trailcross Treatment Centre | Child Welfare Facility | |
| Uncle Gabe’s Friendship Centre | Alcohol & Drug Counselling |