Celebrating recovery

It was sunshine and smiles at the Kahnawà:ke Shakotiia’takéhnhas Community Services (KSCS) Walk Towards Recovery event Thursday afternoon, with community members and recovery organizations joining together to share their experiences with addiction and resources for coping.

Don Barnaby (pictured) and Ryan Montour shared their personal stories of addiction and recovery with the community, and booths shared information resources and giveaway materials, including traditional medicines, recovery swag bags, and free food, all part of KSCS’ goals to get people talking and sharing.

“It’s been really amazing to watch this grow over the last few years and see how many people are really supporting the recovery community,” said Kara Diabo, part of KSCS’ primary prevention team. “All of these resources are here to help people choose wellness and choose themselves, and make sure they know they can get that help.”