Some things aren’t just “part of the job.”

A lot of people don’t know what a First Responder or Military Member goes through, even though when they try to make an effort; even among our own, it can be hard to talk about “work”.

This is why Boots On The Ground started. BOTG is an anonymous helpline where First Responders and Military Members can share with someone with similar experiences. Boots on the Ground Alberta is a localised chapter that aims to provide anonymous helpline to First Responders and Military Members based in Alberta. BOTG or BOTG-Alberta aren’t therapists. We’re just here to listen with no call display and no judgment!

Paramedic inside an ambulance.
24/7 Peer Support

Whether you are a retired or serving, sworn or civilian:

  • Firefighter

  • Military Members

  • Correctional Officers (Federal/Provincial)

  • Police/Sheriff/Peace Officers

  • Paramedic
  • Nurse
  • Emergency Dispatch Operator

We’re here to be your first call, when you’re ready.

Who we are

Join our Efforts

Are you a current or former First Responder (Law Enforcement, Firefighter, EMS, Emergency Dispatch, or Nurse) or a Military Member and passionate about extending a helping hand to peers that have been in your shoes?

Join as Volunteer!

Sponsor our Efforts

A sponsorship or partnership enables us to provide training and helps us to ensure volunteer coverage of our 24-hour phone line and in person support service to help our heroes in need.

Sponsor our Efforts!