Pain Management Programs and Clinics

There are a number of different pain management programs across Canada, including self-directed programs as well as programs offered through medical services that require a referral from your doctor. Some services are available online or over the telephone and others are in-person. In this section, you will find information about multi-week pain management programs, health coaching programs where available, and other regional pain resources. Select your region to learn more about programs and supports offered in your community. If there are any programs or resources you feel are missing, please let us know at info@arthritis.ca.

Access from Anywhere: Pain Trainer Program: a self-guided interactive, online program for pain management developed in collaboration between Northwestern University, Duke University, and the University of Melbourne (free program that requires registration)

British Columbia

Province-wide

• Pain BC: includes a Coaching for Health program (requires referral from healthcare practitioner), Live Plan Be online pain self-management tool and more

• Self-Management BC: Chronic Pain Toolkit for Active Living – you can participate in this program through self-directed learning online, through a telephone group over six weeks, or through a six-week virtual group. In-person options may also be available, please check website. For Chinese, Indigenous and Punjabi programs, please contact the program coordinators directly.

• Self-Management BC: Better Choices, Better Health® Online Program

• Self-Management BC: Peer Health Coach Program

• OASIS – OsteoArthritis Service Integration System: Our Classes - offers free online classes on osteoarthritis self-management.  Information is also available in Punjabi, Farsi, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese.

• First Nations Health Authority:  Wellness Streams for First Nations communities. Find tips, guides and resources on Being Active, Eating Healthy, Nurturing Spirit, and Respecting Tobacco.

• Métis Nation of British Columbia: Health and Wellness Newsletter. Information about upcoming health programs and events for Métis people in British Columbia.

Regional

• Vancouver Coastal Health: Mary Pack Arthritis Program – provides information, online educational workshops and services in communities across BC to help you better manage your arthritis. Services may require a referral from your doctor. 

• Vancouver Island – Island Health: Pain Management Services   

Additional Resources