Recovery Month Canada
September is National Recovery Awareness Month

Recovery is Possible

Join us in raising awareness that recovery from addiction is sustainable and attainable for all Canadians.

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Historic Achievement

Motion M-10 Wins in Parliament

After nearly a decade of advocacy, Canada officially recognizes September as National Recovery Awareness Month

A Victory for Recovery

On September 28th, 2022, the Canadian House of Commons adopted Motion M-10, designating September as National Recovery Awareness Month. This historic decision follows years of petitions, with the first motion M-551 being put forth in 2014.

The motion had joint seconders from multiple parties, showing unified support for Canadians recovering from addiction and demonstrating that recovery is possible, attainable, and sustainable.

2014

First motion M-551 introduced

2022

Motion M-10 tabled by MP Peter Julian

Sept 28

Motion officially adopted

Parliament celebrating Motion M-10
Parliament member and recovery advocates celebrating the passing of Motion M-10

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September 2025

Recovery Events Across Canada

Join thousands of Canadians celebrating recovery in your community

CAAP Conference Vancouver September 4-6, 2025

2025 Canadian Academy for Addiction Psychiatry (CAAP) Conference

Vancouver, BC

Joint CAAP x WADD conference offering up to 16.0 Mainpro+® certified credits for healthcare professionals specializing in addiction psychiatry and treatment.

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Calgary Wellness Walk September 5, 2025

Calgary Wellness Walk

Calgary, AB

Community wellness walk starting at Central Memorial Park to promote recovery awareness and healthy living through physical activity and community connection.

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Red Deer Recovery Day September 6, 2025

Red Deer Recovery Day

Red Deer, AB

A community celebration advocating, educating, and supporting recovery from all addictions, featuring activities from 1:00-3:30 PM at City Hall Park.

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Recovery Day Kenora September 6, 2025

Recovery Day Kenora Ontario

Kenora, ON

Kenora's 3rd annual Recovery Day featuring incredible speakers, entertainment, and connection opportunities from 10 AM-4 PM with catered lunch included.

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Recovery Day Winnipeg September 7, 2025

Recovery Day Winnipeg

Winnipeg, MB

National movement celebrating recovery journeys at The Forks, featuring live entertainment including Doc Walker and Northern Royals, vendor booths, and family activities from 11 AM-4 PM.

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Recovery Day BC September 7, 2025

Recovery Day BC

New Westminster, BC

North America's largest addiction and mental health recovery event expecting 40,000 attendees, featuring Loverboy, 200 community booths, 4 music stages, food trucks, and adventure zones from 12-5 PM.

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WOW Festival Ottawa September 12, 2025

the WOW Festival

Ottawa, ON

Working on Wellness festival celebrating recovery and mental health awareness with community activities, speakers, and the message 'Stigma Ends With Me'.

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Recovery Day Kelowna September 13, 2025

Recovery Day Kelowna

Kelowna, BC

Community celebration at Rowcliffe Park from 1-4 PM featuring a colorful parade, food trucks, live music, kids' adventure zone, and activity booths promoting mental health and recovery services.

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Fraser Valley Recovery Day September 13, 2025

Fraser Valley Recovery Day

Abbotsford, BC

Family-friendly event at Mill Lake Park from 11 AM-3 PM featuring live music, games, food, vendor marketplace, and resources from local service providers supporting recovery and mental health.

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Sober Runway Calgary September 20, 2025

Sober Runway

Calgary, AB

Fabulous fashion charity event from 1-4:30 PM featuring performers, DJ, high tea, mocktails, fashion show, speakers, and silent auction celebrating healing and resilience in recovery.

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Recovery Day Alberta September 21, 2025

Recovery Day Alberta

Calgary, AB

Free festival from 12-5 PM on 4th Street SW featuring live music with Cameron Whitcomb and Aaron Goodvin, health information booths, kids zone, artisans, and food trucks celebrating recovery and reducing stigma.

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Recovery Capital Conference September 23-25, 2025

Recovery Capital Conference

Calgary, AB

3-day conference for 2,000 professionals focusing on recovery-oriented care across three streams: Healthcare & Recovery, Indigenous Health, and Occupational Health & Safety, aimed at shifting policies toward recovery approaches.

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WAPR World Congress September 27-30, 2025

WAPR 2025 World Congress on Psychosocial Rehabilitation

Vancouver, BC

Global conference themed 'Embracing Hope' bringing together experts to discuss and advance psychosocial rehabilitation approaches to mental health recovery and collaborative understanding.

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Support & Information

Recovery Resources

Building communities of hope, healing, and support across Canada

Community Support

Connect with recovery communities across Canada. Find local support groups, recovery facilities, and peer networks.

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Motion M-10 Details

Learn about the historic legislation that established National Recovery Awareness Month in Canada.

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Life in Recovery

Research shows over half of respondents have been in recovery for 10+ years. Recovery brings improvements in all life areas.

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The Recovery Movement Principles

  • Connecting people to community is key to successful long-term recovery
  • Recovery involves both the individual and their social environment
  • Community support saves lives through inspiration and education
  • Recovery is founded on compassion, trust, faith, integrity, diversity, fun, and unity
  • Recovery events are open to all - those in recovery, supporters, and those seeking help
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About the M-10 Movement

The M-10 Movement was created by people in recovery and their allies who wish to make Recovery Month Canada officially recognized by the Federal Government to help stop overdoses, save lives, and share the message of hope that recovery from addiction is possible.