Step & Topic Meeting Wednesday, June 17 6:30 PM Join us in Calgary, Lethbridge, or online for this week's Alumni Step & Topic Meeting. At Fresh Start, our vision is Meeting Every Individual, Supporting for Life. We hope to see you there. #Recovery #FreshStartRecovery

The Fresh Start team had a great time spending part of the weekend at the Calgary Harley-Davidson Season Opener. With a strong turnout of riders, slow races, live entertainment, vendors, and even a motorcycle smash for charity, there was plenty happening throughout the day and it was great to connect with so many members of the riding community. We're grateful to Calgary Harley-Davidson, one of our Community Champions for the 2026 12 Stop Ride for Recovery, for their continued support of Fresh Start and recovery. Their team consistently finds ways to support the community both on and off the road. It was also great to spend time with our friends from Grover Law Firm, the Presenting Sponsor of this year's 12 Stop Ride for Recovery. We also had our raffle motorcycles on site, including the Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST and Yamaha R1M. Tickets are available now at freshstartraffle.com, and every ticket supports treatment, Recovery-Oriented Housing, outreach, alumni connection, and long-term recovery support. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, learn more about Fresh Start, and support recovery. We appreciate being part of such a strong motorcycle community. @Grover_Law_Firm #CalgaryHarleyDavidson #RideForRecovery #FreshStartRecovery #YYCMotorcycles #HarleyDavidson

⏰ One week left until our next 50/50 Early Bird Draw. Purchase your 50/50 tickets before Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. and you'll be entered to win a $500 Visa Gift Card, generously sponsored by Mettle Industrial Services. The draw takes place on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. We are grateful to have Mettle Industrial Services supporting this draw. For more than 35 years, they have built a reputation across Western Canada through skilled workmanship, strong safety standards, and a commitment to doing things right. That does not happen by accident. It comes from people who take pride in their work, stand behind what they build, and understand the value of showing up consistently. Every ticket purchased helps support Fresh Start Recovery's work of providing addiction treatment, recovery-oriented housing, outreach services, alumni support, and long-term recovery opportunities for individuals and families affected by addiction. Your Early Bird ticket remains eligible for all future draws, including the Grand Prize Draw on August 15 during the 18th Annual 12 Stop Charity Ride for Recovery. The Ride is proudly presented by Grover Law Firm, with Community Champion support from Calgary Harley-Davidson, Cochrane Toyota, and Recovery Alberta. Together, they are helping bring riders, supporters, alumni, and community members together in support of recovery. And while you're entering for the 50/50 Early Bird prize, don't forget the Motorcycle Raffle will award: 🏍️ 2025 Yamaha R1M 🏍️ 2025 Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST The Yamaha is drawn first, and the winning ticket goes right back into the draw for the Harley. One person can win both. One ticket. Multiple chances to win. Every ticket helping build recovery. 🎟️ Get your tickets today: freshstartraffle.com Providing Solutions To Save Lives, Rebuild Families, And Strengthen Communities. Meeting Every Individual, Supporting for Life. AGLC Lic. #762028 (50/50) | #762026 (Motorcycle Raffle) #FreshStartRecovery #RaffleForRecovery #5050Raffle 12StopRideForRecovery RecoveryIsPossible

Join us on August 19 for our annual Whoop-Up Days Community BBQ in Lethbridge. 📅 Wednesday, August 19, 2026 🕚 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM 📍Fresh Start Recovery 85049 Range Road 212, Lethbridge County Whoop-Up Days has always been about community, and this barbecue is an opportunity to spend time together, share a meal, reconnect with familiar faces, and welcome new ones. Throughout the afternoon, guests can enjoy lunch, live music, family activities, face painting, a petting zoo, and the raising of a traditional Tipi with Sage Clan. Vegetarian and gluten-free options will be available. Events like this remind us that recovery happens in community. It is built through relationships, strengthened through connection, and sustained when people continue to show up for one another. Whether you are part of the recovery community, a family member, a supporter, a neighbour, or simply looking for a great community event, you are welcome here. This is a free, family-friendly event. RSVP: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/qcPG… Providing Solutions To Save Lives, Rebuild Families, And Strengthen Communities. #WhoopUpDays #Lethbridge #RecoveryCommunity #CommunityConnection #FreshStartRecovery

☀️ Recovery should be fun too. One of the biggest misconceptions about recovery is that life gets smaller. The truth is the opposite. Recovery creates space for new experiences, healthy friendships, laughter, community, and the opportunity to enjoy life without alcohol or drugs. It creates room for connection and memories that people can actually be present for. That's why Aventa and Fresh Start Recovery are teaming up for a Summer BBQ & Pool Party on July 4th at Mount Pleasant Community Pool. Join us for an evening of swimming, food, music, prizes, and community with people who understand that recovery is not just about what we leave behind. It is about what we build moving forward. Your $10 ticket includes: 🍔 Burger and refreshments 🏊 Swimming 🎵 Music 🎉 Games and prizes 🌴 Plenty of sober fun with a splash There will also be a prize for the best-dressed participant, so bring your best summer outfit and get ready for a great evening. Whether you are in recovery, supporting someone you care about, connected to Aventa or Fresh Start, or simply looking to spend time with a positive community, we would love to see you there. 📅 Saturday, July 4, 2026 🕡 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM 📍 Mount Pleasant Community Pool 🎟️ $10 per person Only 200 tickets are available. Get your tickets here: fresh-start-recovery-centre.… Questions? 📧 alumnae@aventa.org 📧 events@freshstartrecovery.ca Recovery does not happen alone. Neither should the fun. #RecoveryCommunity #SoberFun #FreshStartRecovery #Aventa #RecoveryIsPossible

Recovery milestones are powerful reminders of the progress and strength within each of us. We warmly invite you to join us on Wednesday, May 29th, at 6:30 p.m. to celebrate May recovery Milestones at Fresh Start Recovery in Calgary and Lethbridge, #FreshStartRecovery

The topic for this upcoming week’s #FreshPerspectives is; #Judgement. Check out our feed #daily to see new #perspectives this week from the #FreshStart community. #FreshStartRecovery #RecoveryJourney #NoJudgment #BreakingStigma #PositiveVibes #SelfCompassion #HealingAndGrowth

Our staff is cooking up some tasty eats for our #freshstartrecovery and women's #turningpointrecovery clients today for a fun Mother's Day celebration! 🌭🍔

HUGE Thanks to @OneAmerica and their 'Week of Caring', through @uwci, for throwing a 3rd Birthday Party cookout for our #FreshStartRecovery program today. Acts of kindness, like this, make our clients feel special and loved. We appreciate you! #OneAmericaCares #GivingTuesday

We are so grateful for the support over the entire project of Winchester House - Fresh Start Recovery Center. Your facilitation and encouragement has played a key role in providing hope, dignity, and transformation in the lives of many. #freshstartrecovery #thankyou #voain

Senator Todd Young visiting our Winchester Fresh Start Program a couple of weeks ago. Our team was lucky enough to get to chat with him and have time for a little photo op. Thank you for including us on your tour! #voain #freshstartrecovery

#Calgary benefit Concert tonight for the #Calgaryfoodbank and #Freshstartrecovery at the #Cardel Theatre 7 to 9

I've never been more proud of my son Brian who had his Gratitude tonight after finishing his 16 week recovery program #freshstartrecovery

@TwoWheelSunday and the #greenmonster spent the day #StephenAve today #yyc @CwCalgary #freshstartrecovery

Working on my lunch hour for a great cause #FreshStartRecovery @TwoWheelSunday @GOBLUECIRCLE

Good ol Bobby Baum showing off his bike. @TwoWheelSunday #FreshStartRecovery come buy a ticket from us

@FreshStartRecovery #yyc @RobbNash captivating emotional performance supporting a great cause. ❤️