About us
Hospital Operational Stress Injury Clinic (OSI)
offers interdisciplinary clinical services specialized in mental health. As a tertiary care clinic, we work closely with professionals from within the community to provide comprehensive and specialized care.Who are these services intended for?
- Veterans
- Members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)
- Active and retired members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
- Family members of these groups
Our services
- Specialized mental health care
- Prevention and psychoeducation programs
- Psychosocial counselling for individuals, couples and families
- Group therapy for issues relating to occupational stress injuries
What is an occupational stress injury (OSI)?
An occupational stress injury (OSI) is any persistent psychological difficulty resulting from operational duties performed while serving affecting veterans, members of the CAF as well as active and retired members of the RCMP. Occupational stress injuries can also lead to physical symptoms such as sleep problems and chronic pain.
Examples of OSIs:
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Other anxiety disorders (panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, etc.)
- Mood disorders
- Substance use disorders and other addictions
Goals
- Assess occupational stress injuries (OSI) and their impact on your well-being and day-to-day life.
- Create a personalized interdisciplinary treatment plan that includes family support, if needed.
- Support individuals living with an OSI and their family members on their road to recovery.
- Strengths-based, person-centered and evidence-based approach.
- Collaborate with our community partners for comprehensive care (Veterans Affairs Canada, Canadian Armed Forces, Royal Canadian Mounted Police) and community services.
To benefit from our services:
Services are by referral only through by the RCMP’s Occupational Health Services office, Veterans Affairs Canada and the Canadian Armed Forces.
- Veterans and their families: contact Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) at 1-866-522-2122 (for service in French: 1-866-522-2022)
- Members of the CAF: consult with the medical team on your military base
- RCMP personnel: contact your divisional Occupational Health Services office
Useful links
- Operational Stress Injury Social Support Program (OSISS)
- The Royal Canadian Legion
- OSI Clinics |Veterans Affairs Canada
*The Ste. Anne’s Hospital OSI Clinic and its satellite service site in Longueuil belong to a national network of OSI clinics funded by Veterans Affairs Canada.