Addiction, Counselling, Stories
Brian had spent over 25 years in the bar and restaurant industry in Vancouver, but it wasn’t until he left that industry that he was led down the path of heavy alcohol consumption and addiction. Despite his initial efforts to seek help and quit drinking, it...
Family & Children, Food Security, Stories
“Not having to choose between paying bills and putting food on the table is something that the program has made possible for me.” “I never felt embarrassed. I felt empowered and cared for.” These are just a few of the heartfelt comments received from parents enrolled...
Stories, Supportive Housing and Homelessness Prevention
Kerry is a 65-year-old resident of Hearthstone Place, Archway’s supportive housing initiative in Abbotsford. He shares his story of transformation, stability, and sobriety, shedding light on the profound impact of this program. Kerry’s life before Hearthstone was...
Immigrant Integration, Stories, Volunteers
“It really was the perfect match,” said Jinny about her connection with Jin through the Community Connections One-on-One Matching program at Archway. Jinny is a Canadian-born Korean who has been a volunteer with the One-on-One Matching program for the past three...
Foundry, Stories, Volunteers
Nathan, a grade 12 student at W.J. Mouat Secondary, is one of the amazing Foundry Abbotsford Ambassadors who help promote mental health and well-being throughout their school. Foundry ambassadors are grade 10-12 students in the Abbotsford School District who are...
