What Does Giving Back Mean? As the weather gets colder, many individuals struggling with homelessness or addiction face a new set of challenges. Although the holidays are thought to bring a sense of joy and cheer, they can be incredibly stressful for many. For those who have the means to give back to our community, […]
What is Addiction? Addiction is a powerful disease that, according to the last Canadian Alcohol and Drug Use Monitoring Survey in 2012, affects an estimated 21.6% of the Canadian population. This number means that over 8 million people meet the criteria for a substance abuse disorder. The dangers of addiction are taxing on individuals, their […]
Addiction can affect more than one person; friends and family can often be swept into a very challenging situation when helping a loved one with an addiction. However, it’s important to realize that, even in the hardest of moments, you can still help those who need it with a little bit of patience, love, and […]
If you spend any reasonable amount of time in our building, you’ll hear a saying. “The opposite of addiction is not sobriety. It’s connection.” Connection is vital. We are social beings. When someone does not have the opportunity to bond with health connections (family, friends, communities, etc.), they often bond with unhealthy behaviours or substances […]
To our Community, I would like to provide an update as we continue to modify our response to the rapidly-evolving landscape regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. Over the last few days, all levels of government have started to take aggressive measures to combat the spread of the virus. As the safety of our community is still […]
