National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC)

Type Of Service

Information and Referral Service

Program Description

National Eating Disorder Information Centre (NEDIC) provides information, resources, referrals and support to Canadians affected by eating disorders.

The Centre:
- Staffs a helpline and provides a live chat platform to provide information on eating disorder treatment, resources and support
- Develops and disseminates information and resources on eating disorders and food and weight preoccupation
- Assists communities by helping organizations develop information materials, by providing support and advice, by connecting organizations and individuals working in the area of food and weight preoccupation, and by sharing information and resources
- Runs workshops and presentations for schools, community groups and professional bodies on the prevention of disordered eating, promotion of positive body image, and healthy lifestyles
- Provides displays on eating disorders at local community events
- Runs prevention and awareness campaigns

Access Information

Anyone may contact NEDIC through the helpline, instant chat or by email. Instant chat is available on the website.

Additional Information

• Program Cost: No
• Additional Cost: No
• Gender: All Genders
• Age: All Ages
• Catchment: Canada
• Fully Accessible
• Languages: Arabic, Cantonese, English, Inuktitut, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog
• Virtual Service: Yes

Location

Toronto General Hospital

Program Website

Website

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Address

200 Elizabeth Street

Toronto

Operated By

University Health Network

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Hours

Text / Chat Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Live chat hours.Main Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Referral Contact Information

Phone: 416-340-4156

Toll Free: 866-663-4220