News & Updates

We are excited to announce that Fresh Start Recovery has once again been recognized as one of the Top 100 Rated Charities in Canada for 2024 by Charity Intelligence Canada. This prestigious acknowledgment highlights our commitment to making a measurable difference in the lives of individuals and families recovering from addiction.

Thank You for Your Continued Support!

Your generous contributions have been instrumental in helping us provide life-changing programs and services. With your help we are providing solutions that recover lives.

Make the Most of Your Donations

We encourage you to consider the difference your donations can make. According to a 2020 Angus Reid survey, 60% of Canadians are now doing more research before donating to charities. Charity Intelligence’s Top 100 list serves as a valuable resource for informed giving, showcasing charities that have been thoroughly analyzed and vetted.

Why Informed Giving Matters:

Maximize Your Impact: Charity Intelligence’s rigorous analysis estimates that top-impact charities deliver on average, $6 in value for every $1 donated, compared to the overall average of $1.50.
Transparency and Accountability: By looking beyond name recognition and marketing, you can ensure your donations are used effectively to create real change.
Support Undiscovered Gems: Many top-rated charities like Fresh Start Recovery are lesser-known organizations that deliver exceptional results.

Be Informed. Give Intelligently. Have Impact.

Your support enables us to continue our vital work. By choosing to donate to top-rated charities like Fresh Start Recovery, you ensure that your contributions are having the greatest possible impact.

How to Donate:
Online: Visit our website at https://www.freshstartrecovery.ca/donate/ to make a secure online donation.
Learn More: Explore Charity Intelligence’s reports and resources at www.charityintelligence.ca.

Thank you for being a part of our purpose to transform lives. Your generosity and trust empower us to continue our work with transparency, accountability, and impactful results.

A Comment from the Executive Director of Fresh Start Recovery:

At Fresh Start Recovery, our mission is to recover lives by Housing, Treating and Supporting people affected by addiction. We continue to help individuals and families to overcome addiction and build fulfilling lives.

Being recognized by Charity Intelligence as one of Canada’s Top 100 Rated Charities confirms the dedication of our staff, volunteers, and supporters, who work tirelessly to make a difference every day.

We are committed to transparency, accountability, and delivering measurable results. Our programs are designed based on evidence-based practices that address the root causes of addiction, providing comprehensive support that extends beyond treatment to include aftercare and community reintegration.

We greatly appreciate the thorough analysis conducted by Charity Intelligence. Their work not only helps donors make informed decisions but also encourages charities like ours to strive for excellence. We believe that informed giving leads to greater impact, and we are proud to demonstrate the effectiveness of our programs through tangible outcomes.

To our donors, partners, and the communities we serve, thank you for your continued support. Together, we are providing solutions to recover lives and helping to build healthier, stronger communities.

Sincerely,

Bruce Holstead
Executive Director
Fresh Start Recovery