Miklat Recovery

02/06/2026

We are delighted to celebrate Steve M, a skilled chef and esteemed alumnus, on his outstanding achievement of five years of sobriety. As one of our first graduates, Steve has garnered widespread acclaim as a talented chef, making him an exemplary candidate for prestigious honours, such as Michelin stars, should the guide arrive in town. 🤔🌟

02/05/2026

We are delighted to share that we have been nominated for the Chamber of Commerce Business Awards for the third consecutive year. This nomination serves as a testament to the dedication and perseverance of our team. Our staff's commitment to delivering outstanding care and support to our clients is unwavering, driven by a genuine passion for addiction recovery. Although recognition is not our motivator, it is heartening to know that our community recognizes the value of our work. We extend our sincerest gratitude.

01/31/2026

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01/31/2026

Congratulations to our very well loved alumni Stefan on his two years of sobriety today. We asked him for a few words and he said this. "Thank you Miklat. Im the father, son, and friend i was always meant to be."

We love to hear when families are healing and kids have their dads back. ❤️

01/25/2026

Huge thanks to Kelly Keil and The Peak Newspaper for donating three perfect desks, a love seat, some chairs, and standing desks for Miklat. It's divine timing because we just finished some office spaces and needed new desks. Cancelling our Ikea order, which will save a bunch and help keep funding going to the client programming! Thank you also to Mike Kaban of Remax for bringing a moving truck and helping us get everything over to Mcguffie and Arbutus.

01/25/2026

HUGE shout out to Aaron Reid of Banking On It Bookkeeping for donating tickets for all the boys and second stage guys to attend the Kings Hockey game tonight! It was an unbelievable game and everyone had a blast. Thank you so much. ❤️

01/18/2026

We are honoured to share that Miklat has successfully completed our very first sweat.

This was a powerful and deeply meaningful moment for our little recovery community—grounded in humility, healing, and connection. We extend our sincere gratitude to John Louie for his guidance, generosity, and leadership in making this possible.

We also wish to acknowledge, honour, and show deep respect to the First Nations peoples. We recognize that these teachings and ceremonies come from Indigenous cultures and are only possible through the trust, permission, and stewardship of Indigenous Knowledge Keepers. We are grateful to walk this path with respect and responsibility.

With humility and gratitude, we look forward to continuing this work in a good way.

01/16/2026

Graduation Day at Miklat!

Today we are celebrating two remarkable graduates—Gus and Jason—and three months of grit, growth, and real transformation.

Gus has been a steady force of leadership from day one. A natural role model and a gifted speaker (that Christmas speech still gets talked about), he has consistently given back through volunteering and by being an active part of the local church family. Gus leads by example—quietly, generously, and with purpose—and the ripple effect of that leadership is felt throughout our community.

Jason showed us what resilience truly looks like. Facing an ACL surgery midway through treatment would test anyone—but Jason met that challenge head-on. With determination (and a good sense of humour intact), he pushed through recovery while staying committed to his program. A heartfelt thank you to Recovery Victoria for graciously providing a space in their beautiful sober living home and for ensuring Jason got home safely from the hospital. We’re happy to report he’s recovering well, on schedule, and continuing to thrive in sober living.

To everyone involved—staff, supports, partners, and peers—thank you for standing alongside these men. And to Gus and Jason: congratulations on your graduation. You’ve earned every bit of this moment. Onward and upward.

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01/12/2026

12/23/2025

We’re so excited to share the speaker video from our Merry Miklat Christmas Dinner, just in time for Christmas! 🎥✨ It’s an incredible reminder of the heart, courage, humour, and hope that filled the room that night. The stories shared were powerful and deeply moving, a true celebration of recovery, resilience, and community. ❤️

Unfortunately, we did run into a bit of a Grinch-like moment with our GoPro, 😅 it shut off partway through a few speeches. We want to extend a sincere apology to Pastor Lucas, Sam Hall, and Jesse Lamb. We are so sorry that your amazing words weren’t captured on video. Your messages mattered deeply to everyone in the room, and we’re truly grateful for the heart you shared with our community.

This is all part of the learning journey, much like recovery itself. We grow, we adapt, and we’ll do everything we can to capture it all properly next year. 📷💪

Thank you to everyone who continues to support Miklat Recovery, stand with our men, and believe in the power of second chances. This community means everything. 🙏❤️

If you'd still like to donate, visit https://www.miklatrecovery.ca/donate

Speakers from the Merry Miklat Christmas Dinner of 2025. Hosted by Evangel Church and Sponsored by Taws, Gordon Food Services, and Convenient Chef.

12/12/2025

Donate your deposit refund for a cause!

You can now support us by donating your deposit refund through the Return-It App. Simply select our organization when you are ready to donate your refund and help make a difference!

Get started today:

https://app.return-it.ca/miklatrecoveryprogram

12/12/2025

✨🎄 A Merry Miklat Christmas Dinner – What a Night! 🎄✨

What an absolutely incredible evening of warmth, connection, and community. Our Merry Miklat Christmas Dinner was everything we hoped for and more — filled with amazing speakers, incredible food, and a room full of people who truly believe in recovery and in one another. ❤️

To our inspirational speakers — thank you for sharing your stories with honesty, courage, and heart. You reminded us all why this work matters and why hope is always worth holding onto.

To everyone who donated silent auction items, purchased tickets, and gave so generously — your support directly strengthens recovery in our community, and we are deeply grateful. The generosity in that room was nothing short of humbling.

A huge thank you to our kitchen staff for serving an outstanding meal and to the organizers and volunteers who worked behind the scenes to make the night flow so smoothly. These events don’t happen without countless hours of dedication and care.

A very special thank you to Evangel Pentecostal Church for welcoming us into their space, and to Lucas and Lisa Mitchell for being such tremendous supporters of Miklat and our mission — your kindness and commitment mean more than words can say.

We are continually reminded that Miklat is more than a program — it’s a community, and nights like this show just how strong that community truly is. Thank you all for making this Christmas season one filled with hope, generosity, and connection. 💫

If you're still in a giving mood and didn't get a chance to donate, please visit our page at www.miklatrecovery.ca/donate or etransfer rsvp@twcrecoverylife.org