Hope Barrie, located in Barrie, Ontario, is dedicated to empowering individuals to overcome chronic poverty by addressing homelessness, food insecurity, and addiction. Their addiction recovery services include a 12-Step Program open to anyone dealing with any addiction or life-controlling issue, functioning similarly to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. These sessions are held weekly and are accessible without prior registration. Additionally, Hope Barrie offers Insight Groups—faith-based support meetings facilitated by individuals with lived experience. These groups run for 12 to 15 weeks and aim to equip participants with the skills necessary to live in freedom. For more intensive support, a Day Programme is available, requiring an intake process for participation. This comprehensive approach reflects Hope Barrie’s commitment to fostering supportive community connections as a pathway to recovery.



