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A 2002 substance abuse report published by the Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse (CCSA) estimated that the overall social cost of substance abuse in Canada was estimated to be $40 billion. This overall estimate results in a cost of $1,267 to every man, woman and child in Canada. Abuse of alcohol and illegal drugs account for approximately 60% of this per-capita cost.

Behind the $40 billion dollar figure is a dramatic toll measured in tens of thousands of deaths resulting from illegal drug use alone. The most obvious contributor to drug-attributed death since 1992 has been the tragic increase in overdoses, particularly in major urban centers such as Vancouver. Studies indicate that these overdose deaths have, at peak times, occurred at rates of more than one per day.

The Vancouver Recovery Club's growth since its inception in 1983 is a direct response to the growing problem of substance abuse in Vancouver, BC. Through these many years of service to the community, it has witnessed both the declension of human life and its resilient breakthroughs when it is able to help its clients remain connected with the recovery process. Clients of the VRC have been able to improve their lives and successfully re-enter society as productive and role-model citizens. It is with this proven track record that the Vancouver Recovery Club comes forth as a leading participant in the call to action to eradicate addiction and homelessness in the Greater Vancouver Regional District.

"Thank you for your support. You help us save lives!"

VRC Saferide Program is made possible by: Vancouver Coastal Health

VRC Street Outreach Program is made possible by: BC Housing

VRC 24-Hour Drop-in Centre remains open because of supporters like: Vancouver Coastal Health, City of Vancouver, BC Provincial Gaming Grants

The Vancouver Recovery Club is governed by a Board of Directors.