By Aaron Mahoney/Lethbridge News Now

Provincial government phone lines remain open during the holidays to help Albertans in need

Dec 23, 2017 | 10:32 AM

ALBERTA – The holidays are a happy time for a lot of people, but it can also be a tough time for others.

A number of government phone lines are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help Albertans who may be facing difficulties or need emergency services over the holidays.

Beginning today until Jan. 1, 2018, programs and resources that affect the health, safety and security of Albertans will be available. Non-urgent government operations will be closed during this time.

In a release, it’s stated that regular service is expected to resume on Jan. 2, 2018.

For family violence or bullying, staff are available by phone to provide services in more than 170 languages, or through an online chat daily, from noon to 8 p.m.

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•             Family Violence Info Line: 310-1818, toll free

•             Bullying Helpline: 1-888-456-2323

Anyone concerned for the safety or well-being of a child can call the Child Abuse Hotline to speak with a caseworker.

•             Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-387-5437

For emergency basic needs assistance or for a Safer Spaces Certificate during the holidays, the Income Support Contact Centre is available by calling:

•             1-866-644-5135 outside of Edmonton

The Mental Health Help Line is also available 24/7 at 1-877-303-2642.

Alberta.ca features a list of all government services that are available over the holiday season.

Residents looking to use any online provincial government system can do so, but submissions or applications will be processed in the new year.