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In the Wake of Addiction: Navigating Grief

Grief is an intricate and universal emotion that arises from the loss of someone or something dear to us. However, when that loss is…

4 min readJul 21, 2023

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Breaking Barriers: The Impact of Women on Canada’s Addiction Recovery Landscape

This International Women’s Day, discover the groundbreaking contributions of women in shaping Canada’s addiction recovery landscape.

5 min readMar 6, 2024

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Breaking Barriers: The Impact of Women on Canada’s Addiction Recovery Landscape

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Supporting a Loved One’s Recovery from Addiction: A Guide to Lasting Support

Addiction is a challenging battle that affects not only the individual struggling with it but also their loved ones. Supporting a loved…

4 min readFeb 28, 2024

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Supporting a Loved One’s Recovery from Addiction: A Guide to Lasting Support

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A response to statements made by BC Chief Coroner.

B.C. Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe gave an update on the Illicit Substance Overdose Crisis public health emergency on Wednesday, January…

4 min readFeb 5, 2024

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A response to statements made by BC Chief Coroner.

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Valentine’s Day: The Importance of Learning Self-love in Addiction Recovery

An often underestimated yet pivotal element in the recovery process is self-love cultivation.

3 min readFeb 5, 2024

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Valentine’s Day: The Importance of Learning Self-love in Addiction Recovery

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Let’s Talk Day: Nurturing Mental Health and Addiction Recovery

On January 24th, it’s Bell Let’s Talk Day, dedicated to openness around Mental Health, so here are some practical ways to support someone’s…

6 min readJan 16, 2024

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Let’s Talk Day: Nurturing Mental Health and Addiction Recovery

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The Power of Small: Achieving Success through Bite-Sized New Year’s Resolutions

Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash

5 min readDec 28, 2023

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The Power of Small: Achieving Success through Bite-Sized New Year’s Resolutions

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The Power of Small: Achieving Success through Bite-Sized New Year’s Resolutions

5 min readDec 28, 2023

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The Power of Small: Achieving Success through Bite-Sized New Year’s Resolutions

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Navigating Home for the Holidays After Addiction Treatment: Tools for a Sober Celebration

The holidays are filled with joy, warmth, and visiting family and friends. After completing treatment, there are additional challenges…

4 min readDec 18, 2023

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Navigating Home for the Holidays After Addiction Treatment: Tools for a Sober Celebration

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Our Tale of Recovery: Together We Can Storybook Ball Short Story

Once upon a time, in a far-off land, there lived a young man named Jack, who was known throughout the kingdom for his charm, wit, and kind…

3 min readDec 8, 2023

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David R Penny

David R Penny

David is a recovering addict & advocate for Addiction Recovery. He works at Vancouver’s Together We Can, a nonprofit addiction treatment center with 300 clients

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