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Celebrating over 50 years of leadership in addiction treatment. Renascent is one of Canada’s leadi Clients feel free and safe to be themselves.

For over 50 years, Renascent has been a trusted, national leader in the treatment of substance use disorders. Since 1970, we have offered hope and healing to over 50,000 individuals, families, communities, and workplaces impacted by alcohol and drug addiction. Renascent is proudly accredited by the Canadian Centre for Accreditation, reflecting our continuous commitment to improvement and accountability. Our abstinence-based treatment model integrates 12-step facilitation with evidence-based programs that use up-to-date clinical and medical best practices and quality standards of care. Our multidisciplinary team includes addiction-trained doctors, registered psychotherapists, certified addiction counsellors, and team members who have their own lived experience of addiction and long-term recovery. Our team of experts are passionate about recovery and helping people get well. Our inpatient programs are offered in warm, home-like, gender-specific treatment centres, and we take pride in being a diverse and inclusive organization. Renascent also delivers virtual care which allows us to provide essential addiction treatment and support to people across Ontario. Renascent’s comprehensive treatment programs give our clients and their families the opportunity to enjoy life-long recovery with freedom from addictions. By addressing the chronic nature of substance use disorders while also recognizing how addiction impacts families, children, loved ones, workplaces, and communities, our holistic approach means we’re here for life.

12/19/2025

Today, was Thomas (Tom) O’Dawd’s last day serving Renascent as an addiction councillor. He has had a 16 year career guiding men toward recovery at Renascent Madison Avenue Centre.

Tom joined us after spending 25 years in accounting and finance. Since then, his impact has been profound. From supporting countless clients and families, to quietly strengthening our clinical teams, Tom has embodied what it means to lead with humility and heart.

Deeply respected within the AA community, known for his kindness, reliability, bright socks, love of dogs, and unwavering commitment to others, Tom has left a lasting imprint on our clients, our culture, and all who had the privilege of working alongside him.

Thank you, Tom, for your years of service, your compassion, and your example. You will be deeply missed, and we wish you every happiness in this next chapter. 💙

12/18/2025

Renascent’s holiday card is landing in mailboxes and email inboxes. Here’s the story behind this year’s artwork.

12/16/2025

For over a year, Alessandro Motta has been leading Renascent’s adoption of its new Electronic Health Record called EMHware. It’s been a big job, but as Manager of Program Quality Measurement and Improvement, Alessandro has been up to the task. Working closely with Joey Selvaggio, Data Coordinator, this project has had significant implications for clinical care and quality improvement.

⭐A clients’ health care and social history is often complex, and EMHware enables seamless information and data capture, essentially simplifying and streamlining these important steps for staff and clients.

“EMHware allows us to collect and extract information about the people we serve enabling us to provide an optimal care experience,” explains Selvaggio, who prepares and reviews various reports regularly to gain deeper insights into our clients’ care. The information gathered is used to drive improvements in care across all programs.

⭐In addition to enabling faster and more accurate information entry and reporting capabilities, EMHware has improved care-coordination across Renascent’s teams, saving staff time through its streamlined, easy-to-use interface.

⭐It’s also increased Renascent’s compliance with updated Ministry of Health reporting standards and strengthened the privacy of client information.

We're still building onto our new Electronic Health Record. We're excited about the future state as we work to ensure a seamless experience for all clients.

📸 (l-r): Alessandro Motta & Joey Selvaggio

12/12/2025

We are thrilled to share exciting news about the future of Renascent and Renascent Foundation.

After a comprehensive search and evaluation process, the Boards of Directors have appointed Michael Lochran as the new Chief Executive Officer of Renascent and Renascent Foundation, effective December 29, 2025.

Michael brings over ten years of progressive leadership experience at Renascent, most recently in the role of Director of Programs and Operations. Michael leads with a deep commitment to Renascent’s values and mission and brings a powerful combination of strategic insight and operational leadership to achieve organizational growth.

Throughout Michael’s leadership tenure at Renascent, he has led the design and launch of the organization’s first Virtual Intensive Treatment Program, designed and led new models of care during the COVID-19 pandemic, led successful accreditations in 2018 and 2022, and provided system leadership through authorship and chair positions of system collaboratives.

As the need for high quality, specialized addiction and mental health treatment continues to grow, Michael’s vision and leadership will be instrumental in expanding our capabilities, strengthening our networks and resources, and shaping the next generation of innovation across our organization.

Read full message from Karen Martin, Chair – Renascent Fellowship and Renascent Foundation Board of Directors: https://renascent.ca/announcing-renascents-new-chief-executive-officer-michael-lochran/

📸 Michael Lochran, Renascent's incoming Chief Executive Officer.

12/11/2025

There’s a saying in the 12-step recovery community, “Keep coming back.” It’s a powerful saying. That gentle reminder has pulled countless people through the door one more time when they felt like giving up. One day at a time, one meeting at a time, the program and the fellowship really do the heavy lifting, but only if you keep showing up.

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12/09/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on every way our donor community showed up for us. From celebrated signature events and joyful moments of fellowship, to the quiet gifts that never make it on camera, your support has meant everything to us.

Together, you made recovery possible for hundreds of clients and alumni. Thank you for your incredible support. 🫶

Here’s to even more lives changed in 2026, together. 🌈

12/04/2025

We enjoyed celebrating creativity, community and service with you at Sparks of Hope, a few weeks ago. The venue was buzzing with energy and we couldn't be more grateful for your support. Every guest in attendance was a testament to the fact that recovery is possible.

12/02/2025

Today is Giving Tuesday. We’re counting on your support to help brighten the lives of people impacted by addiction. Your donation will help us provide hope through Renascent’s addiction treatment programs.

We simply can’t help people heal without you!

Donate at renascent.ca/donate

11/27/2025

Every year, The Shoebox Project generously donates gifts to Renascent clients during the Holiday Season. These gifts of essential items make a meaningful difference to clients who are in treatment over the season.

On behalf of everyone at Renascent – thank you ! Special thanks to Renascent Champion, Marilynne who helps to deliver the gifts.

11/25/2025

Kelly and Quincy are experiencing the brightness that comes with recovery. Help someone recover from the darkness of addiction by making a gift to Renascent this Giving Tuesday (December 2).

You’ll be a part of an incredible circle of hope and healing.

Donate at renascent.ca/donate

11/19/2025

At the heart of last weekend's Sparks of Hope event was the writing contest. Clients, alumni, family members, and loved ones were invited to submit short stories or poetry centred on the theme of hope. Alumni served as judges, and the submissions were nothing short of breathtaking.

Guests enjoyed literary readings emceed by Renascent Addictions Counsellor, Cynthia Langill. Congratulations to every writer who shared their truth. Because of you, the fire of creativity — and recovery — burns brighter than ever.

Short Story Winner
⭐Keaton O. – “I Walked Home”

Short Story Honourable Mentions
⭐Nicole K. – “Us”
⭐Elizabeth F. – “Reborn”

Poetry Winner
⭐ Kristie R. – “I hope, I hope, I know”

Poetry Honourable Mentions
⭐Cynthia T. – “My Survivor Story”
⭐Bo M. – “Untitled”

The winning short stories and poetry, as well as the honourable mentions are on our website: renascent.ca/blog

11/18/2025

We recently celebrated five incredible people who live recovery through service.

Recipients of Renascent's Yielding Family Legacy Recovery Award are Renascent alumni: Gary McDonald • Hunter Comerford • Samuel Roth • Sue Williams (📸 #1-4)
From driving hours to chair alumni meetings and supporting others in their daily recovery, these recipients are integral to the heartbeat of our community.

This year's recipient of Renascent's Peter Armstrong Community Award of Excellence is Darren Greer, who has spent 22 years of weaving Indigenous wisdom, clinical care, art, music and pure love into life-changing recovery. A quiet legend who shows up, every single day. (📸 #5)

Thank you for turning your pain into purpose and lighting the way for thousands. You too are our Sparks of Hope.

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In 2020, Renascent celebrates 50 years as a trusted, national leader in the treatment of substance use disorders. Since 1970, we have offered hope and healing to over 50,000 individuals, families, communities, and workplaces impacted by alcohol, drug, and food addiction.

Renascent is proudly accredited by the Canadian Centre for Accreditation, reflecting our continuous commitment to improvement and accountability.

Our abstinence-based treatment model integrates 12-step facilitation with evidence-based programs that use up-to-date clinical and medical best practices and quality standards of care. Our multidisciplinary team includes registered psychotherapists, a clinical psychologist, an M.D. certified with the Board of Addiction Medicine, and certified addiction counsellors with lived experience of addiction and long-term recovery.

Our inpatient programs are offered in warm, home-like, gender-specific treatment centres, and we take pride in being a diverse and inclusive organization. Clients feel free and safe to be themselves.