AIS Ottawa
Ottawa Al-Anon Information Service
The Ottawa Al-Anon Information Service (AIS Ottawa) provides a forum for Al-Anon and Alateen within the Ottawa geographic area to exchange and share information between groups and with the public. AIS Ottawa serves District 28. The Al-Anon/Alateen Service Manual (P-24/27) pg. 66 states that an AIS, “serves as an avenue for local public outreach service, which is channeled through the District whenever possible.”
Looking for an Al-Anon/Alateen meeting in the Ottawa area?
Find a meeting in the Ottawa area by clicking here or downloading the pdf meeting list.
Get Involved
Explore a wide range of service opportunities available with AIS Ottawa
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Attend Ottawa AIS Meetings
Attend the monthly meetings on Zoom which occur on the last Monday of each month from 6:30-8pm.
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Make a financial contribution through your group
Ottawa AIS is fulling self supporting. Learn how to make a 7th tradition contribution below.
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Telephone Answering Service (TAS)
Volunteer for a shift with the Ottawa AIS TAS in either English or en Francais to answer calls from people seeking information about the Al-Anon or Alateen program or about meeting locations.
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Sharing Information
Share information with your group members on conferences, and group anniversaries.
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Provide Feedback
Provide feedback to Ottawa AIS through your group’s AIS representative.
Make a 7th Tradition contribution to Ottawa AIS
7th Tradition contributions can be e-transferred to treasurer.ais24@gmail.com
Be the First point of Contact
Ottawa AIS Telephone Answering Service (TAS)
The Telephone Answering Service (TAS) is often the first point of contact for newcomers who are becoming aware that they have been affected by another person’s drinking and are reaching out for help. A key message is that Al-Anon is always here and are ready to listen.
TAS volunteers are Al-Anon members with at least one year in the program. Volunteering with TAS provides an opportunity to share how the program has helped recovery from the impact of someone’s drinking. The TAS operates 7 days a week from 9:00am – 10:00pm.
Shifts are from 9:00am – 1:00pm, 1:00pm – 6:00pm and 6:00pm – 10:00pm.
Occasionally, a caller may talk about their situation. TAS volunteers offer listening and understanding. They do not suggest solutions to problems or give advice. In other calls, meeting or literature information may be requested.
A caller could also be an Al-Anon member from out of town who feels a need for a meeting while away from home.
The telephone number of any Al-Anon member is never shared.
English TAS
613-860-3431
En Français TAS
Gatineau Al-Anon TAS 819-669-0543
Public Outreach
Ottawa Al-Anon Day
Every Spring District 28 hosts an AlAnon Day which is a full day of speakers, silent auction, literature offerings, fellowship and food as contributed by attending members.
This annual conference is well attended by District 28 members as well as members that come from adjoining Districts to take part in the day’s activities.
Sunday Speaker Open Meeting (SSOM)
On the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month from 10am – 11:30am and is concurrent with an open AA meeting. It is an opportunity for newcomers and professionals to listen to an Al-Anon member tell their story and for fellowship. There is a rotation of leadership in the District groups in chairing and providing the speaker for this meeting.
Working on Wellness (WOW) Festival
Occurring annually in September, the WOW Festival is an event that features mental health and addiction services from across Ottawa. AIS Ottawa is present at this festival and provides literature as well as information to interested parties and agencies.
When does AIS Ottawa Meet?
Ottawa AIS meets on the last Monday of every month from 6:30pm-8pm on Zoom.
Contact ottawaais@yahoo.ca for more information.