Rapid Access Addictions Medicine Clinic (RAAM)
The Sioux Lookout RAAM Clinic offers addictions services for people interested in getting help with substance use. We believe in eliminating barriers to access for anyone seeking addictions-related support.
No appointments are necessary, and anyone can drop by for help during clinic hours. Our clinic focuses on short-term support for addictions, returning people to their primary care provider once stabilized.
For more information on the Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) program across Northwestern Ontario, please visit: www.nworaam.ca
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Contact, Hours, and Locations
Sioux Lookout Meno Ya Win Health Centre – Beside Main Entrance Fire Pit
Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Open Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tel: (807) 737-5879 Fax: (807) 737-5261
Please register in the Canoe/Ambulatory Hallway prior to accessing the RAAM Clinic near the Main Entrance.
If You Require Emergency Care please call 911 or go to the SLMHC Emergency Department.
Who Are We?
Our RAAM team is made up of compassionate nurses, doctors, and support staff experienced in helping individuals navigate challenges related to substance use and mental health.
We work together to provide care that is respectful, confidential, and focused on your goals for wellness and recovery.
Our Services
We offer a range of supports to meet you where you are on your journey, including:
- Personalized assessment and support for substance use concerns
- Recovery and wellness support sessions
- Medication options for alcohol or opioid use
- Case management to help with housing, finances, and identification
- Education on overdose prevention and naloxone use
- Access to harm reduction supplies (such as clean needles and safer-use materials)
- Referrals to community programs and treatment services
- Peer support from people with lived experience
Who Can Access Our Clinic?
Our doors are open to everyone — all ages, backgrounds, and genders are welcome. You don’t need an appointment or a referral to access our services. Drop in anytime during our clinic hours, and we’ll do our best to support you that same day.
Please note that our team does not arrange travel or accommodations for individuals who are coming from outside of Sioux Lookout.
What to Expect?
Walk-in visits are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and wait times may vary depending on how busy the clinic is.
Your first visit may take about an hour as we get to know you and your goals, while follow-up visits are usually shorter.