Strongest Families Institute
About
Strongest Families Institute (SFI) provides free, skills-based mental health programs delivered at a distance (phone/web). SFI notes it is not a counselling service.
Coverage
New Brunswick (program availability varies by province/territory)
Who it’s for
In New Brunswick, SFI lists programs for:
- Parents/caregivers (e.g., parenting/behaviour support)
- Children and youth with mild-to-moderate anxiety and related concerns (age ranges depend on the program)
Contact
- Toll-free: 1-866-470-7111
- For New Brunswick referrals, SFI lists: option 1 for English, then 1 again for the main line
- Fax: 1-866-470-7222
- Website (how to refer): https://strongestfamilies.com/howtorefer/
- Self-referral / sign-up: https://login.strongestfamilies.com/signup/sfi-self/
Hours
- Coaching appointments are arranged with participants (SFI notes they work to accommodate family schedules).
Languages
- English and French
What to expect when you sign up
- Complete a referral/self-referral request (online or by phone)
- You may be asked to complete a questionnaire and consent process
- You are matched with a coach; program materials may be provided online and/or mailed
Privacy and safety approach
- SFI states they collect personal information with consent and provide a privacy policy (including how to contact their privacy officer).
Notes
- SFI is not a crisis service.
Sources
- Strongest Families Institute (How to refer; New Brunswick section): https://strongestfamilies.com/howtorefer/
- Strongest Families Institute (Contact info): https://strongestfamilies.com/
- Strongest Families Institute (Program delivery): https://strongestfamilies.com/our-program-delivery/
- Strongest Families Institute (Self-referral sign-up): https://login.strongestfamilies.com/signup/sfi-self/
- Strongest Families Institute (Privacy notice): https://login.strongestfamilies.com/privacy_policy/
Last compiled/checked: December 23, 2025