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Fundraiser for Men’s Camping Trip

Aug 12, 2018

My friend, Tommy Laplante, identified a need in the community, and created a program to match that need. Tommy understands the value of land-based healing, and will be taking men camping and fishing. This initiative is taking place through the Saskatoon Indian &...

How I Became an Alcoholic

Jul 6, 2018

As a young boy I never said, “One day I hope that I can become an alcoholic.” While I did choose to take my first drink, I did not choose to be an addict. I spent so many years trying to inflict pain upon myself without an understanding of why. The...

Are You Existing or Are You Living?

May 23, 2018

I believe that there are two types of people in this world. There are those who exist, and then there are those who live. Which one are you? To exist is easy. It is like being on autopilot where every day tends to repeat itself. In this state, you do not step outside...

Letting Go of An Addict

Feb 19, 2018

One of the most heart-wrenching situations anyone can experience is watching a loved one struggle with addictions You are forced to have front row seats to a horrific show where you watch that individual deteriorate in front of your eyes. In these times,...

Paula’s Story: When the Drugs Don’t Work

Jan 18, 2018

My full name is Paula Jacobs-St. Germaine. I want to use my real name in this story because the more that I own it and recognize it for what it is, the better I can feel about the remorse and shame of the past. I started drinking at the age of six. The mysterious...

How Does A Homeless Person Spend Their Money?

Jan 5, 2018

The answer is quite simple. It is none of your business. I walked downtown today and as usual, there were a few homeless people sitting on the sidewalk. With hat in hand, I observed one man politely asked the person in front of me if he could spare any change. This...

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