About Recovery Begins
Connecting Canadians with trusted rehabilitation and treatment services across the country
Our Mission
Recovery Begins is a comprehensive resource website connecting individuals to drug and alcohol rehab services throughout Canada. We are not a treatment center, but we do have a comprehensive listing of drug rehab services available throughout Canada.
Our mission is to make it easier for individuals and families to find the right treatment options, providing clear information about available services, locations, and specializations across Canadian provinces.
Leadership
Michael Leach
CEO, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Michael Leach brings nearly a decade of experience in substance use and addiction recovery to Recovery Begins. As a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), he combines professional expertise with personal understanding of the recovery journey.
“I've been drug-free for close to 10 years. I want to help others experience the same.”
- Michael Leach, CEO
Certifications & Memberships
ISSUP Certified
Certified member of ISSUP (International Society of Substance Use Professionals)
What We Offer
Comprehensive Directory
Searchable database of rehab centers across all Canadian provinces
Counseling Resources
Individual and family counseling options, both in-person and online
Support Groups
AA, NA, and SMART Recovery meetings throughout Canada
Treatment Information
Detailed information about detox, inpatient, and outpatient options
Need Help Finding Treatment?
Contact us or search our directory to find the right treatment option for you.