Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide a safe,
positive environment in which recovering addicts and alcoholics may
achieve freedom from substance abuse, by helping each other in
accordance with 12-step principles of spiritual development.
Green Transit?
(August 25, 2010) Alex and Ryan, two friends of the
Alano who a
re
shown in the accompanying photo, in fact are not working on a new form
of fossel fuel-free transportation. Ryan was given a free couch, and
Alex is helping him move it down Broadview Avenue, all the way home. But
that floral cushion looks way more comfortable than any seat on the 504
or 505 Streetcars that we normally use in this part of town - wonder if
Alex and Ryan give transfers?
Alano BBQ August 28
(August 17, 2010) On Saturday, August 28, the Alano Broadview Club will host a community BBQ from 3 - 6 pm. The festivities will actually take place a few doors down the street from the Alano, in the backyard of 682 Broadview (an Alano Broadview project residence). But the Alano Club itself will be open for business as usual Saturday afternoon. If you at the BBQ and you have never been inside the Alano before, pop up to 740 Broadview for a tour of the club. More info; phone (647) 346-0733 or email info@alanobroadview.ca.
Credit Rating Repair
(August 17, 2010) A new Alano Broadview Club volunteer who works as an investment advisor is putting together a workshop examing the practical steps required to rebuild a personal credit rating. The goal is show workshop participants -- even ones who may have declared personal bankruptcy -- how to attain an Equifax score that is, well, creditable. The workshop has yet to be scheduled, but should take place early in the Autumn. Attendence is limited, and the response is expected to be keen. Put your name on the workshop pre-registration list by emailing contact details to info@alanobroadview.ca
Co-Dependency Meeting
(May 12, 2010) Co-Dependency and addiction recovery are closely linked, and the Alano Broadview now hosts a weekly meeting for 12 Step people wanting to delve into Co-Dependency issues. The meeting, organized by Donna, takes place every Sunday morning at 9:30 am.
Spirituality Retreat
(May 10, 2010) The Alano Broadview Club is organizing a 12-step spirituality retreat for the last weekend in June. The retreat will take place near Madoc, Ontario, at the St. Mary Of Egypt Refuge, a lovely getaway spot that features a swimming beach, river, hiking and other recreation facilities. Aimed at achieving a measure of spiritual renewal, the retreat is designed primarily for persons attending on the Alano Broadview's many weekly spirituality meetings, although the getaway will be open to any Alano user. The cost should be around $30-$40 person, depending on how many people attend. For more info phone (647) 346-0733 and speak to Glenn.
Food Addiction Recovery
(Mar. 25, 2010) A new weekly meeting begins next Saturday, April 3, devoted to persons seeking recovery from food addiction. RFA stands for Recovery From Food Addiction; the meeting starts at 7 pm. Please email the Alano at info@alanobroadview.ca for further info.
Listening Post
(Mar. 9, 2010) The first floor of the Alano Club has been transformed into a prayer and meditation space that is now open each Wednesday to Friday, 1 pm to 5 pm. This new space, called the Listening Post, is a project run by a local inter-church group. Anyone who happens to be in the Alano area is welcome to drop by for some quiet prayer and meditation time, or to talk with one of the specially trained Listening Post staff members. The Listening Post is open to everyone, but naturally will be of special interest to Big Book followers in need of a getaway place where they can work Step 11.
New 'Healing Circle' Meeting
(Mar. 2. 10, 2010) Native activist and
environmentalist Danny Beaton (pictured below right) is hosting a new weekly
recovery meeting. It is entitled Healing Circle, and it takes place each Thursday at noon on the
3rd floor of the Alano Club. The th
eme
of the meeting is native approaches to spirituality, and those of use
who have had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Beaton know he can
draw on a lifetime of first nations learning in this area. At each
Healing Circle gathering, he will be using various techniques
and ceremonies aimed at healing those of us who have suffered from
-- or are still suffering from -- alcohol or drug addiction. The first
Healing Circle took place last Thursday
(Feb. 25), and everyone who was there agree that something very special
took place during the hour-long gathering. The Healing Circle is a
departure from typical 12 Step meetings, and it is certain to grow very
popular in the months to come. Whether you too are in
the 12 Step fellowship, or are simply drawn to this event out of
curiosity, please feel free to join us.
Our Homes Applications
(Mar. 2, 2010) The procedure for applying to Our Homes has changed. People applying for residence at Our Homes are now required to attend one of two weekly meetings at the Alano Club. These meetings include the Tuesday night spirituality meeting and the Wednesday night multimedia Discipleship meeting, both of which start at 7 pm. If you're applying to get into Our Homes, you are expected to attend at least one of these meetings each week. When you get there, make sure you see Glenn, or the person chairing the meeting, to get your name on the sign in sheet. For more info, call (647) 346-0733.
Alano Pizza Night
(Feb 26. 10, 2010) Twice a month the guys from Our Homes come over to the Alano for pizza night, a chance to share some share some fellowship and finger food. These casual events take place on the first and the third Tuesday of each month. The next one will take place on March 2, starting at 5:30 pm. Alano supporters are cordially invited.
New CA Discussion Meeting
(Jan. 10, 2010) The folks from 300 Bloor West have brought their speaker-discussion format over to the Alano, for a new, closed CA discussion meeting called Hope For The Hopeless. It takes place every Wednesday and Sunday evening at 8 pm in the first floor meeting room at 740 Broadview. If you're part of the CA fellowship, stop by and say 'hi.'