People suffering from addiction are often judged as having a moral weakness.
Even once they have found recovery, that stigma may continue. Recovering from an addiction is hard enough, but for many former substance abusers, even more difficult is dealing with society's judgment.
A new recovery movement is being organized at the local, provincial and federal level, one that is aimed at keeping the focus on the fact that recovery works and is making life better for millions of Canadians. Recovery Day aims to put a face and a voice on those who have found the solution. By sharing these success stories, those who are still suffering can see that recovery is possible.
Along with 30 other cities across Canada, North Bay is rallying and celebrating throughout the month of September to raise awareness and reduce stigma.
North Bay’s Second Annual Recovery Day takes place at the Kiwanis Band Shell on September 22 and September 23.
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TIME
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EVENT |
LOCATION |
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SEPTEMBER 22, 2017 |
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6:00 pm – 7:00 pm |
Registration
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Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
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7:00 pm – 7:30 pm |
Opening Ceremony |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
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7:30 pm – 9:30 pm |
Movie Night in the Park |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
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SEPTEMBER 23, 2017
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9:30 am– 9:45 am |
Morning Welcome
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Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
9:45 am-11:00 am |
Voices of Recovery Speakers Panel |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
11:00 am-11:30 pm |
Tyler Eagle & Drummers |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
11:30 am – 1:00 pm |
BBQ and Live Entertainment |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm |
Service Provider Speaker Panel |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm |
Yoga and Wellness |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
3:30 pm – 4:15 pm |
Zumba |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
4:15 pm - 5:30 pm |
Afternoon Team Games |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm |
Light Up City Hall |
City Hall (200 McIntyre St. E) |
9:00 pm – 9:30 pm |
Closing Ceremony |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
9:30 pm - 11:00 pm |
Street Dance |
Waterfront Kiwanis Band Shell |
