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Connecting Communities, Sharing Stories, Finding Solutions

OUR NEXT EVENTS

  • Mar 08, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Ramada Plaza Downtown Calgary , 708 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1H2, Canada
    Join us for Alberta’s Battle for Recovery 2 in Calgary! Experience an inspiring day of connection, resilience, and empowerment as we come together to celebrate recovery journeys. With powerful speakers, live music, and community support.
  • Apr 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Bridgewater, 527 Nova Scotia Trunk 10 Exit 12, Bridgewater, NS B4V 7P4, Canada
    Join us for an inspiring in-person event, Bridgewater’s 1st ever Battle for Recovery
  • May 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Cornwall, 1515 Vincent Massey Dr, Cornwall, ON K6H 5R6, Canada
    This May, the Empower2Recover Foundation teams up with Cornwall for A Battle for Recovery, bringing inspiration, resilience, and recovery stories to center stage. As part of Mental Health Week, this powerful event will shine a light on mental health, celebrate victories over adversity.
  • Aug 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Thunder Bay, 555 Arthur St W, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 5R5, Canada
    Join us for Thunder Bay’s Battle for Recovery 2 on August 30th, 2025, at the Superior Inn and Conference Centre. This powerful event, presented by the Empower2Recover Foundation, will unite the community to celebrate recovery, resilience, and hope.
  • Sep 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Dryden, 100 Casimir Ave, Dryden, ON P8N 3L4, Canada
    This September, the Empower2Recover Foundation teams up with Dryden for A Battle for Recovery, bringing inspiration, resilience, and recovery stories to center stage. As part of Recovery Month, this powerful event will shine a light on mental health, celebrate victories over adversity.
  • Sep 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Fort Frances, 1201 Idylwild Dr, Fort Frances, ON P9A 3M3, Canada
    Join us for Fort France's Battle for Recovery 2 on Sept 19th, 2025, at the La Place Rendez-Vous. This powerful event, presented by the Empower2Recover Foundation, will unite the community to celebrate recovery, resilience, and hope.

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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

Chief Executive Officer/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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