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 & Founder, CCMA, ISSUP Certified
Michael Leach brings nearly a decade of experience in substance use and addiction recovery to Recovery Begins. As a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and certified member of ISSUP, 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)
Our Office
Physical Address
2143 av Du Suroît
Mascouche, QC J7L 4G4
Canada
Phone
+1 514 249 8289How We Maintain Our Directory
Verification Process
All treatment centers listed in our directory are verified for licensing, accreditation, and operational status. We confirm that facilities meet provincial regulatory requirements and maintain active treatment programs.
Information Accuracy
Center information is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure accuracy. We verify program details, accepted insurance, treatment modalities, and contact information directly with facilities. Updates are made as centers report changes to their services.
Independence & Transparency
Recovery Begins operates as an independent directory service. We do not accept payment from treatment centers for placement or recommendations. Our goal is to provide unbiased, comprehensive information to help individuals make informed decisions about their care.
Expert Review
Our directory content is overseen by professionals with clinical experience in addiction treatment. Michael Leach, CCMA and ISSUP certified, ensures that treatment information aligns with current standards of care and evidence-based practices.
Disclaimer: Recovery Begins is an informational resource and referral directory. We are not a treatment provider and do not offer medical advice. Treatment decisions should be made in consultation with qualified healthcare 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.