List of 12-Step Drug Rehabs in Your Province
A testimonial from a De Novo Treatment Centre participant describes their transformative experience overcoming alcoholism and depression. Referred by their union, the individual found comfort and support in the program’s welcoming environment. Through consistent participation and community engagement, they experienced growth and healing, much of it shaped by the communal strength and guidance reflective of 12-step traditions.
Rehab Settings
- Residential Long-Term
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Drug Prevention and Education
- Drug Test
- Faith-Based
- Family Services
- Relapse Prevention
- Services for Employees
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Twelve-Step
- Virtual Counselling for Addiction
- Workplace Services
People Served
- Co-Ed
- Family Programs
Trust Factors
- Canadian Centre for Accreditation
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
Huntsville, ON
Key details about De Novo Treatment Centre
How long is treatment?
Residential program: 35 days
Distant aftercare program: 12 weeks (virtual)
Does De Novo Treatment Centre have a detox on-site?
No
Is it co-ed?
Yes
Can I bring my cellphone?
No, cellphones are not allowed.
Andy’s House provides treatment for individuals with substance and alcohol use disorders in a welcoming, home-like setting. The center offers personalized care from a multidisciplinary team and emphasizes long-term recovery through its two-year aftercare and lifetime alumni support. Elements of the program reflect the principles of 12-step recovery, encouraging personal responsibility, healing relationships, and ongoing peer connection.
Rehab Settings
- Detox
- Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
- Interventionist
- Outpatient
- Residential Long-Term
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Faith-Based
- Family Services
- Family Support
- Holistic
- Relapse Prevention
- Services for Employees
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Couples
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Families
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
- Twelve-Step
People Served
- Co-Ed
Trust Factors
- Certified by the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF)
- Certified by the CIUSSS
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
- Member of Association Quebecoise des Centres d'Intervention en Dependance
Lachine, QC
Key details about Andy’s House
How long is treatment?
Residential: 35 days with 16-week IOP
Residential: 90 days with 2 years of aftercare
Does Andy’s House have a detox on-site?
Yes, but only social detox, not medical detox
Is it co-ed?
Yes
Does Andy’s House have a gym or other amenities?
Yes, there is a fully equipped gym and a swimming pool.
What professional/medical staff work at Andy’s House?
Dr. David Luckow | Addictions Medicine Physician
Glenn Short, CACCF | Clinical Director
Tara Reymond | Psychotherapist
Varainja Stock | Social Worker
Talbot House provides a long-term residential program for men centered on daily addiction and recovery services. The program fosters self-discovery and emotional growth within a strong support network. Though not detailed online, the center’s recovery philosophy includes community values often found in 12-step approaches to promote accountability and shared healing.
Rehab Settings
- Residential Long-Term
Services Offered
- Faith-Based
- Gender-Specific
- Twelve-Step
People Served
- Adults
- Men
Trust Factors
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Non-Profit Organization
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
Frenchvale, NS
Key details about Talbot House
Is it co-ed?
No, men only
Together We Can (TWC) is a residential addiction recovery and education society in Vancouver, BC that supports men whose alcohol, drug, or life-controlling behaviours have already begun affecting daily functioning: work stability, relationships, housing, or emotional balance. TWC offers a structured, live-in environment where recovery is lived through community, daily routines, and sustained engagement.
Rehab Settings
- Interventionist
- Residential Long-Term
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Faith-Based
- Family Services
- Family Support
- Gender-Specific
- Holistic
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Twelve-Step
- Virtual Counselling for Addiction
People Served
- Men
Trust Factors
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed by the Vancouver Coastal Health
- Licensed Staff
- Non-Profit Organization
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
Vancouver, BC
Key details about Together We Can
Is it co-ed?
No, men only
What professional/medical staff work at Together We Can?
Joel Kailia, MD | General Practitioner
Penny Hyndman, RN | Neurofeedback Practitioner
What is their capacity?
400
Cole’s Cottage, operated by Two Ten Recovery Inc., is a sober living residence for women that places strong emphasis on 12-step fellowship participation. Residents live in a structured setting where they are supported in maintaining sobriety through daily recovery activities and community-based support networks.
Rehab Settings
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Faith-Based
- Gender-Specific
- Twelve-Step
People Served
- Adults
- Men
Trust Factors
- Evidence-Based Approach
Winnipeg, MB
Westover Treatment Center offers a multi-phase treatment program that includes substance use recovery, relapse prevention, and family involvement. Admission is coordinated through referral agencies. The center’s recovery model emphasizes structure and progression, with many clients participating in 12-step meetings as a key part of their long-term support and accountability.
Rehab Settings
- Outpatient
- Residential Short-Term
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Aftercare
- Drug Prevention and Education
- Faith-Based
- Family Services
- Holistic
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
- Twelve-Step
People Served
- Co-Ed
- Family Programs
Trust Factors
- Canadian Centre for Accreditation
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
- Non-Profit Organization
- Partly Funded by the Government of Ontario
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
Thamesville, ON
Key details about Westover Treatment Centre
How much does Westover Treatment Centre cost?
19-Day Substance Use Disorder Program: $10,000
6-Day Stage Two Recovery and Relapse Prevention Program: $1000
How long is treatment?
In-residence main program: 19 days
In-residence Stage-Two recovery & relapse prevention program: 6 days
Recovery support program: 26 weeks (weekly meetings)
Does Westover Treatment Centre typically have a waiting list?
Yes, 4 to 8 weeks
Does Westover Treatment Centre have a detox on-site?
No, and must be 7 days sober
Is it co-ed?
Yes
Haven Place serves as a second-stage recovery residence for graduates of Bill’s Place, offering transitional housing, meals, aftercare programs, and group therapy. The program continues to emphasize recovery through 12-step involvement, helping residents stay connected to community support while gaining stability and independence.
Rehab Settings
- Sober Living
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Faith-Based
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
- Twelve-Step
People Served
- Adults
Trust Factors
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
Vernon, BC
Key details about Turning Points Collaborative – Haven Place
What professional/medical staff work at Turning Points Collaborative – Haven Place?
Brad Houghton Social Service Worker Level 1, board-certified Addiction Interventionist |Executive Director of Addiction Services
Hope for Freedom Society’s Port Coquitlam home is a live-in recovery residence for adults whose alcohol or drug use has already begun undermining stability: housing, routines, relationships, or emotional balance. Located in Port Coquitlam, BC, this home offers a structured place to live while recovery is practiced daily within a supportive community.
Rehab Settings
- Residential Long-Term
- Residential Short-Term
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Faith-Based
- Gender-Specific
- Relapse Prevention
- Twelve-Step
People Served
- Christian
- Men
- Women
Trust Factors
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Non-Profit Organization
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
Port Coquitlam, BC
Key details about Hope for Freedom Society – Port Coquitlam, BC
How much does Hope for Freedom Society – Port Coquitlam, BC cost?
$3000 per month
Is it co-ed?
No, men and women separated
Windsor Life Centre is a faith-based residential program for women recovering from substance use. Spanning three structured phases, the six-month program—with optional extended housing—focuses on relapse prevention, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution. The supportive environment is aligned with 12-step principles, encouraging spiritual growth and community support.
Rehab Settings
- Residential Long-Term
Services Offered
- Abstinence-Based Recovery
- Aftercare
- Faith-Based
- Gender-Specific
- Holistic
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Twelve-Step
- Vocational Rehabilitation
People Served
- Adults
- Christian
- Seniors
- Women
Trust Factors
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Non-Profit Organization
- Registered Canadian Charitable Organization
Windsor, ON
Key details about Windsor Life Centre
How much does Windsor Life Centre cost?
Entry fee: $1,100
$500/month
How long is treatment?
6 months (up to 12 months with aftercare)
Does Windsor Life Centre typically have a waiting list?
Yes
Is it co-ed?
No, women only
A New Tomorrow Treatment Solutions offers a structured residential recovery program for youth ages 12–18 in Kamloops, British Columbia, for young people whose alcohol or drug use has begun affecting school, family life, social functioning, or emotional wellbeing. It’s a multi-month, live-in setting where young people live on site with staff and peers while engaging in recovery work designed to help them build safety, insight, and the tools needed to navigate life beyond use.
Rehab Settings
- Meetings
- Outpatient
- Residential Long-Term
Services Offered
- Aftercare
- Assessment
- Faith-Based
- Family Services
- Holistic
- Relapse Prevention
- Substance Abuse Counselling
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Families
- Substance Abuse Counselling for Individuals
- Substance Abuse Group Counselling
- Twelve-Step
- Virtual Counselling for Addiction
People Served
- Adolescents
- Co-Ed
Trust Factors
- Client Testimonials
- Evidence-Based Approach
- Licensed Staff
Kamloops, BC
Key details about A New Tomorrow Treatment Solutions – Youth Site
How long is treatment?
12 weeks
Does A New Tomorrow Treatment Solutions – Youth Site have a detox on-site?
No, and must be 8 days sober
Is it co-ed?
Yes
Can I bring my cellphone?
No, cellphones are not allowed.
What professional/medical staff work at A New Tomorrow Treatment Solutions – Youth Site?
Marian Anderberg, RSW | Clinical Services Manager
Michele Blackadder, RN | Program Manager
Frequently Asked Questions
The 12-step program works well for many people, but it isn't a universal fit. Its emphasis on community support and personal accountability has helped millions achieve lasting sobriety, but individuals who are uncomfortable with its spiritual elements or group format sometimes do better with alternative approaches. The right recovery path depends on personal values, the nature of the addiction, and what level of peer support someone is looking for.
Not necessarily. While the original 12-step framework references a "higher power," many people work the program without any traditional religious belief, interpreting that concept as a support group, nature, or simply a force greater than their own willpower. Secular and agnostic AA/NA meetings have also grown significantly in number for those who want the community and structure of 12-step without the theological framing.
The core difference is philosophical. 12-step programs like AA treat addiction as a chronic condition requiring ongoing community support and, for many members, a spiritual dimension. Non-12-step programs like SMART Recovery view addiction as a behaviour that can be changed through practical skills drawn from cognitive behavioural therapy, with no spiritual component and no expectation of lifelong attendance. Both have research backing. The key is finding the approach that matches your values and that you'll stick with.
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