Members · Wellness · EFAP

Asking for help
is a trade skill.

The Construction Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) provides no-cost, confidential professional support for SMART members and their families. You don’t need a reason — just a desire to talk to someone.

The promise

What you can count on.

  • Confidential

    EFAP staff cannot share your participation or what you discuss with your employer, the local or anyone else without your written consent.

  • Free at point of use

    There is no fee to the member. The program is funded as part of the benefit plan.

  • For your whole household

    Spouses and dependants are covered. Calls can come from any member of your immediate family.

What it covers

Real things,
real help.

  • Mental health

    Depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, grief. Speak with a licensed counsellor, confidentially.

  • Addictions & substance use

    Assessment, counselling and referral to treatment programs for alcohol, drugs and other dependencies.

  • Family & relationships

    Couples counselling, parenting support, family conflict, separation and divorce navigation.

  • Financial & legal

    Budgeting, debt, retirement planning, basic legal referral.

  • Workplace concerns

    Workplace stress, conflict, harassment, return-to-work planning.

  • Crisis support

    24/7 access for urgent concerns, including suicide intervention and acute distress.

Reach out now

Talk to someone
today.

Call the hall and we’ll route you to the right service for what you’re facing. In a crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide Crisis Helpline, available 24/7 in Canada).