Alpha House Recovery Community

08/20/2025

Honoring Cody Kimewon: Indigenous Support Worker & Community Leader 🌟

Meet Cody Kimewon, a proud Anishinaabe and a true champion for our Toronto community. With over 14 years of lived experience in addiction recovery and homelessness, Cody brings deep empathy, cultural knowledge, and resilience to his work every day.

Currently serving at Fred Victor Centre’s Warming Centre and Keep Cool programs, Cody supports individuals through crisis intervention and trauma-informed care—and his extensive experience in construction proves that he gets the job done, no matter the challenge.

Outside of work, Cody volunteers his time with Aboriginal Legal Services, leading groups, ceremonies, and workshops focused on healing and connection. His unwavering commitment is rooted in lived experience, cultural pride, and a passion for building safer, inclusive spaces for all.

Please join us in celebrating Cody’s leadership and ongoing impact in our city!

08/20/2025

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ew Join us for the Ride & Walk for Refuge raising money for Alpha House Recovery Community!

Date: October 4th
Time: 3pm (Ride & Walk starts at Alpha House, 647 Broadview Ave)
BBQ: Jerk chicken & more right after
PLUS: Tons of great prizes!

Support recovery, community, and hope. Your donation makes a difference.

Give now: https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/FundraisingPage.aspx?registrationID=5523591&langPref=en-CA

08/19/2025

🌟 Meet Our Team: Candace Ramsey, Certified Human Service Counsellor 🌟

For over a decade, Candace has been a pillar of hope and expertise at Alpha House. As a Certified Human Service Counsellor, her knowledge and leadership in Ontario Works and ODSP are invaluable. She passionately guides clients through social services, ensuring no one is left behind.

Candace’s loving, compassionate energy and holistic approach make her a trusted advocate for those rebuilding their lives. Her work transforms obstacles into new opportunities for our community every day.

Thank you, Candace, for your unwavering dedication and for inspiring all of us—clients and staff alike.

08/19/2025

Backdoor Mission is making big changes to move towards a recovery based model with life skills community groups that all are welcome to attend.

🌟 Exciting News from Back Door Mission! 🌟

We’re growing—and so is our commitment to community care 💙
Back Door Mission is expanding our community programs to offer even more opportunities for connection, learning, and support during our day-service hours. These new offerings are designed to foster inclusion, personal growth, and a stronger sense of belonging for individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty, and marginalization in Oshawa and the Durham Region.

🎉 Fall 2025 Afternoon Programs Include 🎉
• Living Well: Good Vibes
• Foundations of Recovery
• Living Well: Housing Readiness
• Sound Therapy
• Crafts & Chat
• Cooking Class
• Men’s Group
• Games Club

… starting in September!

And this is just the beginning—we’ve got big plans to grow even more as staff and funding allow!

📅 Interested in joining a program, volunteering, supporting our work, or more information? Reach out to us at info@backdoormission.ca. We’d love to hear from you!

Back Door Mission continues to serve as the anchor of the Mission United Durham Hub, collaborating with 12 partner agencies to provide health and social services from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Our core services—meals, washrooms, showers, and service navigation—remain essential, but we believe the next step in care is building community and well-being through meaningful programming.

Let’s build something beautiful together 💫

08/19/2025

Become a monthly donor and join our Recovery Warriors Club! Your ongoing support helps men on their journey to lasting recovery in the heart of our community. Every gift helps us provide hope, healing, and a home for those who need it most.

Join the movement:
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08/19/2025

Real recovery happens together, not alone.

Today, our community came together for connection, learning, and support—proof that every step forward is stronger when shared. Discover how our events open doors to real change and lasting friendship.

Want to join our next gathering? Reach out today. 🫱

08/18/2025

Did you know?

Last year, Alpha House received 1,044 applications from men seeking recovery, but due to bed limits and funding, only 107 could be admitted. That means 88.5% were denied crucial support simply because there wasn’t enough space.

Help us change this. With your generosity, we can add more beds and give more men a chance at lasting recovery.

Donate to support additional spaces:
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08/18/2025

08/18/2025

Meet Our Team: Jack Wiley, Fundraising Coordinator

Jack Wiley brings over 5 years of experience to Alpha House, blending expertise in social services with lived experience and compassion. As a certified peer support worker, Jack’s commitment goes beyond fundraising—he works to build deep, meaningful connections within our community, bringing hope and belonging to those on their recovery journeys.

Jack’s passion for music inspires others to express themselves creatively. By leading music sessions and sharing his talents, he creates a welcoming space for personal growth, healing, and self-discovery. His dedication and heart truly make Alpha House a supportive place for all.

Help us thank Jack for his amazing contributions!

08/16/2025

🎉 Meet Our Board of Directors: Richard, Chair of the Alpha House Board of Directors 🎉

Richard is a proud Alpha House alumnus and the dedicated Chair of our Board. With 20+ years in project management — specializing in doors, frames, finishing hardware, security systems, and accessibility solutions — Richard leads with integrity in the commercial construction industry, especially in Private-Public Partnerships (PPP).

As a passionate recovery community member in the GTA, his lived experience informs his leadership, inspires hope, and drives his commitment to making Alpha House an inclusive space for all. Richard’s expertise and vision help guide our mission and ensure we provide high-quality support to all who need it.

Stay tuned as we introduce more of our board in the coming weeks!

08/16/2025

Planting roots, growing hope—together in recovery.

On a sunny Toronto morning, our Alpha House community came together to plant more than just a tree. Each leaf represents a story of strength, a step forward, and the support we offer one another—every single day.

Curious about how community shapes recovery? Want to be part of something meaningful?

Reach out to learn about our upcoming support events and how you can get involved.