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OUR NEXT EVENTS

  • Yarmouth NS's Battle for Recovery
    Yarmouth NS's Battle for Recovery
    Fri, Nov 06
    Nov 06, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    YARMOUTH NS — GET READY! Battle for Recovery is coming November 6th! 🧡💜 A powerful day of recovery, hope, connection and community. 📍 Yarmouth Fire Hall 🗓️ November 6, 2026 | 10–5 United in purpose. Stronger together. Recovery is possible. 💜🧡
  • Hope for the Holidays
    Hope for the Holidays
    Tue, Dec 15
    Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc.
    Dec 15, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Inc., 363 McGregor St, Winnipeg, MB R2W 4X4, Canada
    HOPE FOR THE HOLIDAYS – WINNIPEG 2026! One Community. One Holiday Season. Endless Hope. This December 15th, E2RF, New Direction Consulting and Purposeful Movement is bringing something special to Winnipeg! Join us for a heartwarming day of hope, healing, community, and connection
  • LLOYDMINSTER'S BATTLE FOR RECOVERY #2
    LLOYDMINSTER'S BATTLE FOR RECOVERY #2
    Fri, Mar 12
    Mar 12, 2027, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Lloydminster’s Battle for Recovery #2 is coming March 12, 2027! Join us for a powerful day of hope, healing, lived experience, and community connection. Strength in Recovery • Power in Community 📍 Venue & Time TBA!
  • P.E.I.'S Battle for Recovery (Charlottetown)
    P.E.I.'S Battle for Recovery (Charlottetown)
    Sat, Apr 03
    Delta Hotels Prince Edward
    Apr 03, 2027, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Delta Hotels Prince Edward, 18 Queen St, Charlottetown, PE C1A 4A1, Canada
    P.E.I. We are coming - 1st stop Charlottetown We’re incredibly excited to announce that we’re working to bring the first-ever P.E.I'S Battle for Recovery (Charlottetown)! Stay tuned as we build a day filled with hope, healing, love, kindness, compassion, and powerful lived-experience stories.
  • Edmonton's Battle for Recovery #3
    Edmonton's Battle for Recovery #3
    Sat, Jun 05
    Edmonton Convention Centre
    Jun 05, 2027, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Edmonton Convention Centre, 9797 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 1N9, Canada
    Edmonton’s Battle for Recovery #3 is coming June 5, 2027! Join us for a powerful day of hope, healing, lived experience, and community connection. Strength in Recovery • Power in Community 📍 Edmonton Convention Centre

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We're here to give hope to those dealing with mental health and addiction issues. Our events bring people together to hear real stories and solutions from those who've been through it.

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ABOUT

ABOUT E2R FOUNDATION

OUR GOALS

1. Raise Awareness and Reduce Stigma:

Cultivate an understanding of trauma and addiction, targeting misconceptions and stereotypes. Increase public awareness each year through targeted campaigns and educational initiatives. Tailor awareness efforts to address specific local needs and concerns related to mental health and addiction.

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2. Platform for Lived Experiences:

Establish a dynamic platform for individuals with lived experiences to share diverse stories, creating a rich tapestry of insights. Host a minimum of five(5)events annually, ensuring representation from various backgrounds and perspectives. Prioritize inclusivity and diversity in speaker selection to reflect a broad spectrum of experiences.

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3. Advocate Evidence and Abstinence-Based Approaches:

Champion evidence-based practices in trauma and addiction recovery, emphasizing research-backed methods. Collaborate with research institutions and charities to integrate the latest findings into prevention, treatment, and recovery approaches.

TEAM

MEET THE TEAM:

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Brooke Robichaud.
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JAY BARNARD

CARL HEATH

Executive Director/Fundraiser 

Program Director

Founder of HYPE Recovery + Empower 2 Recover Foundation. Motivational Speaker, Celebrity Chef + Program Developer + Fundraiser. 

Founder of Energy Wize + Author of Activation Flow. Motivational Speaker, Alternative 

Recovery Advocate. 

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Heidi and Belinda

Digital Media Creation

Founders of the No Matter What Happens project. They have joined the E2R Team to help create social media assets and posters for our upcoming events. 

BROOKE ROBICHAUD

Senior Communications

Founder of the Sober Biz Collective, Author, Podcaster + Inspiring Speaker

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