Thinking of counselling? Here are 5 things to know.
Posted January 27, 2025
Free* and confidential help for
WORKERS + THEIR FAMILIES
1 in 3 of us struggle with substance use.
Most feel they have no one to talk to.
We’re here to change that.
Guidance and resources for
UNIONS + CONTRACTORS
Work in the trades and technical industries long enough, and one thing becomes clear: we’re stronger together.
Free* training and help for
UNIONIZED CREW LEADERS
One conversation can save a life.
One naloxone kit can avoid an overdose.
You can help make the difference.
“For the first time,
I have hope.“
– CSW Member
Built for, and by, BC’s trades and technical industries.
Founded in 1980 as the Construction Industry Rehabilitation Plan, BuildStrong by CIRP is British Columbia’s only comprehensive Mental Health and Substance Use (MHSU) treatment program and resource provider built for, and by, the unionized construction, trades, and technical industries.
Our services include 1 on 1 clinical counselling, bed-based treatment, and help in finding pain relief, housing, medical, and financial resources.
HOW IT WORKS
Proudly supported by
Our Impact in 2024
810
workers and their loved ones received personalized treatment
1,351
phone conversations helping connect people with vital resources
4,083
appointments booked with our clinical team
You are not alone.
1 in 2
construction workers
will experience problematic
mental health issues
1 in 3
will struggle with
problematic substance use
Most will feel they have no one to talk to.
We’re here to change that.
HOW IT WORKS
BuildStrong Resources
3 mental health exercises you can use right now in the workplace
Posted January 27, 2025
5 FREE* tools for trades and tech workers that save lives.
Posted January 27, 2025