Support, legal, healthcare, and community resources for people living with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) and environmental sensitivities in Alberta.
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
Province’s single health authority. Work with AHS family doctors or public health nurses to document symptoms, request referrals, and seek scent-reduced accommodations during appointments.
albertahealthservices.caAssured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH)
Financial support and health-related benefits for adults with permanent disabilities that severely restrict ability to earn income.
alberta.ca — AISHAlberta Human Rights Commission
Enforces the Alberta Human Rights Act. People with MCS may qualify as persons with disabilities; guidance on accommodation requests and discrimination complaints.
albertahumanrights.ab.caAlberta Workers’ Advocate Office
Advocacy and support for workers dealing with workplace injuries, compensation issues, and accommodation disputes related to MCS.
advisoroffice.alberta.caLegal Aid Alberta
Legal information and assistance for employment, housing, human rights, and discrimination matters.
legalaid.ab.caEdmonton Community Legal Centre
Accessible legal support and referrals around housing disputes and discrimination for people with MCS.
eclc.caAlberta Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS)
Dispute resolution for landlord-tenant issues including chemical odors, ventilation problems, and mold in rental homes.
alberta.ca — RTDRSAlberta Health Services – Environmental Public Health
Information on indoor air quality, mold, ventilation, and health hazards to help improve home and community environments.
albertahealthservices.ca — Environmental Public HealthCanadian Mental Health Association – Alberta (CMHA)
Community programs, education, and peer support for people managing chronic environmental sensitivities.
alberta.cmha.ca211 Alberta
Free referral service connecting residents with health, housing, and social supports in their region.
ab.211.caOccupational Health and Safety (Alberta OHS)
Information on workplace exposures, chemical hazards, and employer health and safety responsibilities. Helps advocate for safer work environments.
alberta.ca — OHS