EVENTS &
FUNDRAISING
Get involved by participating in one of our events, or hosting your own!
SOBER (CURIOUS)
SEPTEMBER
Beginning September
This year we’re doing a spin on Sober September, and instead of asking people to give up a vice for 30 days, we’re asking the general public to become Sober CURIOUS.
What Is “Sober Curious”?
Sober curiosity involves evaluating your relationship with alcohol and encourages people to think about their decision to drink rather than just conforming to societal pressures. This often could mean cutting back on how much or how often you drink, or it could mean attending social events without alcohol present or simply opting out of gatherings where alcohol may be present.
The degree to which someone can be sober curious varies, but the intention is to evaluate the relationship someone might have with alcohol (and other substances) and make an informed decision.
Why Sober CURIOUS vs. just Sober?
Thorpe has taken this approach this year to further their reach to not only those who wish to participate in becoming sober or sober curious, but also to the general public to help provide opportunities where alcohol is not required to present.
Thorpe also hopes to continue this trend beyond September and encourage the continuation of sober curiosity for those interested.
How Do I Sign Up?
Individuals
- Follow us on social media and create your own post based on the examples below.
- Post on your own social media a photo of yourself holding a sign that says Sober (curious) September. Will You Join Me?
- Tag your friends, businesses you love, and others! Challenge them to join you.
- Donate what you can to the cause.
- Send your pic and the reason to Thorpe’s Instagram/Facebook page for us to share.
- Give it a try! Evaluate your relationship with alcohol (and other substances) for the month of September.
- Post stories, photos, etc. regularly and inform us how the process is going for you!
Businesses
- Follow the steps above.
- Create space to celebrate sobriety. This could include hosting a public or staff-only event without alcohol, or having non-alcoholic options on your menu, or evaluating merchandise that encourages drinking, or similar. There are so many great ways to create a safe space for sobriety.
- Be creative with fundraising & build bonding opportunities for staff.
Lunch & Learns Webinars
These complimentary online sessions provide an opportunity for absolutely anyone to tap into the expertise of the Thorpe team. Each Lunch & Learn topic will be focussed within the field of addiction and mental health. Past webinar topics include: Addiction & Transgender, Youth & Pornography, Gaming, Family Violence, and Borderline Personality Disorder.
Each Lunch & Learn runs from 12:00 – 1:00pm so you can enjoy while having your lunch.
Stay tuned for more information coming soon.
Annual General Meeting
Society Members are welcome to attend the Annual General Meeting held each September. Stay tuned for more information coming in July 2022.
Third Party Fundraisers
Do you want to support Thorpe Recovery Centre with your own event or campaign? Third Party Fundraisers are a fantastic way to give back to your community and support recovery services.
What is a Third Party Fundraiser?
An event or initiative organized by an individual, community group, or company that is not an official event or campaign coordinated by the Thorpe Recovery Centre. Third Party Fundraisers are an important resource to help us be a leading, community-based organization that provides strength, hope, and healing through programming and supports to those affected by addiction and mental health needs.
When you organize a Third Party Fundraiser, you are not only raising money to support Thorpe Recovery Centre; you are also raising awareness about recovery services and the important work we do. This increase in awareness is an invaluable component to our prosperity in the community.
We ask that all fundraisers being held to support Thorpe Recovery Centre are presented to Thorpe Recovery Centre for approval and indicate how they will be compatible with our mission, vision, values and Third Party Fundraising policies.
What Will Your Fundraiser Benefit?
There are several options and areas of our service you can support with your fundraiser including:
– Serenity Garden
– Area of Greatest Need
– Capital Debt Reduction
– Treatment Fund (via LRHF)
You can also pick something close to your heart; no matter what you will be a friend of recovery!
Third Party Fundraiser Information Kit
This document will help you understand who we are, what support we can provide to you and what we require from you for your fundraiser. It reviews the fundraiser approval process, logo usage, promotions, insurance and liability, sponsorship, volunteers, and tax receipt processes. It will also outline what support we can give to you as you plan your incredible fundraiser!
Get Started! Click here to view the Third Party Fundraiser Information Kit.
For more information, contact our Development Coordinator
ALUMNI
WEEKEND
August 19- August 20, 2023
What is the Alumni Weekend?
The Alumni Weekend is a event to celebrate your sobriety! We invite all the Thorpe Recovery Alumni to join us for a fun filled weekend of activities, such as on site sports, crafts, music, snow cone truck and painting class. We will also be hosting a milestone dinner and awards ceremony.
The Itinerary?
August 19
12:00- 1:00 pm – Welcome BBQ
1:30- 4:00 pm – Outdoor Activities
6:00- 9:00 pm – Milestone Dinner and Awards Ceremony
9:00- 11:00 pm – Community Campfire
August 20
10:00 am – Thank you Breakfast and Goodbyes
Camping info: Book through CampN RV at https://www.campnrv.ca/
What does it cost?
This is no cost (except for golf and accommodations), but donations are welcome!
Something New – Third Party Fundraisers
Third Party Fundraisers are a fantastic way to give back to your community and support a local charity and social services like the Thorpe Recovery Centre.
What is a Third Party Fundraiser?
An event or initiative organized by an individual, community group, or company that is not an official event or campaign coordinated by the Thorpe Recovery Centre. Third Party Fundraisers are an important resource to help us be a leading, community-based organization that provides strength, hope, and healing through programming and supports to those affected by addiction and mental health needs.
When you organize a Third Party Fundraiser, you are not only raising money to support Thorpe Recovery Centre; you are also raising awareness about addiction and the important work we do. This increase in awareness is an invaluable component to our prosperity in the community.
We ask that all fundraisers being held to support Thorpe Recovery Centre are presented to Thorpe Recovery Centre for approval and indicate how they will be compatible with our mission, vision, values and Third Party Fundraising policies.
What Will Your Fundraiser Benefit?
There are several options and areas of our service you can support with your fundraiser including:
– Serenity Garden
– Area of Greatest Need
– Capital Debt Reduction
– Treatment Fund (via LRHF)
You can pick something close to your heart; no matter what you will be a friend of recovery!
Third Party Fundraiser Information Kit
This will help you understand who we are, what support we can provide to you and what we require from you for your fundraiser. It reviews the approval process, logo usage, promotions, insurance and liability, sponsorship, volunteers, Thorpe Recovery Centre representative request and tax receipt processes. It will also review what support we give to you, the hosting of the third part fundraiser, such as providing logos, messages, speaking notes, on-line fundraising platforms, social media and website promotion etc.
