Together We Can

What Together We Can does

Together We Can Drug & Alcohol Recovery & Education Society is a registered Canadian charity (140672130 RR0001) founded in October 1993 in Vancouver, BC, operating as Canada's largest nonprofit addiction treatment provider with more than 400 residential beds and 20+ sober living properties across British Columbia. It serves 1,300+ individuals per year through seven branded residential programs for men (Arise Wellness, All My Relations for Indigenous men, Elevate Life, Main Centre, Miklat, Solid Ground, Gateway Recovery) and one women's program (Northstar), with typical primary-care stays of 60–90 days. The clinical model combines evidence-based modalities — CBT, DBT, EMDR, neurofeedback, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing — with both 12-step (Main Centre) and non-12-step (Solid Ground, proprietary biopsychosocial design) pathways, supported by an on-site medical clinic (Vital Path Addiction Clinic), in-house pharmacy (Joe's Family Pharmacy), dietetic services, fitness programs, and EMDR/neurofeedback capabilities.

The organization's revenue model blends three streams: fees for service funded by private insurance, employer benefits, and self-pay; donations and grants (anchored by the All Together Fund established in 2020 and partnerships such as Hockey Helps The Homeless); and residence fees from Foundation Sober Living. Go-to-market combines direct intake (phone 604-451-9854 / 1-888-940-9854, web form), bidirectional referrals from Providence Health Care's Road to Recovery and BC Women's Hospital's Families in Recovery program, community education (free 8-session Family & Friends Education Group, Grief & Loss Support), and annual events (Summer Slam softball tournament, Family BBQ, Open Mic Night). Specialized programming includes the Lifeline program for veterans and first responders, the All My Relations Indigenous Healing Centre on Coast Salish territories, and a Clinical Practicum Training Program with eight partner universities. The operating stack is limited to Microsoft Teams, Clarity, Forms, and Salesforce Forms — no proprietary AI/ML or platform technology is in evidence.

Name

Together We Can

Legal name

Together We Can Drug & Alcohol Recovery & Education Society

Website

https://twcrecoverylife.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Together We Can is a Vancouver-based registered Canadian charity and Canada's largest nonprofit addiction treatment provider, operating 400+ residential beds, 20+ sober living properties, and serving 1,300+ individuals annually across British Columbia through seven branded residential programs plus aftercare and community supports.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Addiction Treatment Services

NAICS

Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (62322), Residential Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities (623220), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (621420)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Skilled Nursing Care Facilities (8051), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Substance Use Rehabilitation (Inpatient Rehab) (HLAFACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Peer Support, Recovery Coaching & Sober Living Services (HLAFACAN), Substance Use Recovery & Harm Reduction Support Services (BPAGAEAO), Substance Use Prevention & Recovery Services (EDALAFAE)

Keywords

• Residential addiction treatment
• Substance abuse recovery
• Sober living residences
• Addiction counselling therapy
• Aftercare recovery programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Fees for Service (Client Treatment Stays): Treatment pricing determined by program options, location, and individual circumstances. Works with private insurance and employer benefits to cover costs. Non-BC residents without MSP coverage billed separately for medical services.
2. Donations and Grants: As a Registered Canadian Charity (140672130 RR0001), the organization relies on donations and grants. The All Together Fund (established 2020) subsidizes or provides free access to treatment based on financial need, supports community education programs, capital projects, service development, and aftercare programs.
3. Sober Living Residence Fees: Residents in Foundation Sober Living pay residence fees and cost of living through family support, government benefits, or employment. These fees support the operation of over 20 sober living properties across BC.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Together We Can is Canada's leading non-profit addiction treatment provider, delivering evidence-based residential and outpatient recovery programs across British Columbia. The organization operates over 400 beds across 7 distinct residential treatment programs (for men, women, Indigenous, and non-12-step seekers) supported by sober living residences, aftercare services, on-site medical care, counselling and therapy, and family/community education programs.

Product overview

Together We Can is a nonprofit addiction treatment provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of residential and outpatient programs across British Columbia. The core offering consists of multiple branded treatment programs (Arise Wellness Centre, All My Relations, Elevate Life, Main Centre Program, Miklat Recovery, Solid Ground, Gateway Recovery, and Northstar Recovery) that provide evidence-based, trauma-informed addiction recovery with treatment stays of 60-90 days. Supporting these primary programs are add-on services including Foundation Sober Living residences (20+ properties), Aftercare Programs, Family Support Services, Medical Care (on-site clinic and pharmacy), Counselling & Therapy (CBT, EMDR, neurofeedback), and Physical Fitness Programs. The organization serves individuals, families, and communities with holistic, evidence-based recovery programs and supportive housing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Arise Wellness Centre: Holistic trauma-informed addiction treatment program for individuals seeking recovery with emphasis on clinical care and wellness-based approach.
• All My Relations
• Elevate Life
• Main Centre Program
• Miklat Recovery
• Solid Ground
• Gateway Recovery
• Northstar Recovery
• Foundation Sober Living
• Thelma's Place

Products and services

• Primary Care Treatment Programs Residential addiction treatment programs offering evidence-based recovery in therapeutic settings with 60-90 day primary stays and individualized treatment plans. Includes 7 distinct branded programs tailored to different populations.
• Arise Wellness Centre Holistic trauma-informed treatment program focusing on individual recovery journeys, utilizing strength-seeking affirmation, family system learning, and trauma-informed therapy. Licensed by Vancouver Coastal Health.
• All My Relations Indigenous men's recovery program incorporating Indigenous culture, traditions, and ceremonies to address substance use disorders, with support from elders and traditional knowledge keepers from several nations.
• Elevate Life Private, intimate holistic wellness-based program with emphasis on clinical care, offering cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and 12-step principles.
• Main Centre Program 12-step based residential treatment hub serving as both residence and education facility, teaching values and principles of recovery through group and individual therapy. Houses 5 homes, fitness centre, library, commercial kitchen, resource centre, offices and group spaces.
• Miklat Recovery Addiction treatment program in Powell River, BC offering therapeutic modalities including EMDR, hypnosis, art therapy, and yoga in a nature-based setting.
• Solid Ground Non-12-step addiction treatment program using an evidence-based biopsychosocial model, incorporating narrative therapy, CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Unique to Together We Can.
• Gateway Recovery Culturally sensitive, community-based addiction recovery program situated on a 5.5-acre property in Cowichan Valley, Vancouver Island. Residents have access to hiking trails on Mount Tzouhalem and Mount Prevost, kayaking in Cowichan Bay, and fishing.
• Northstar Recovery Women's addiction treatment program providing gender-responsive care with accredited therapists and evidence-based therapies in a safe, supportive residential environment at multiple Lower Mainland locations.
• Foundation Sober Living Sober living residences network providing structured, accountable housing for individuals completing primary care treatment, with over 20 properties across British Columbia including Lower Mainland, Victoria, and Terrace BC.
• Aftercare Program Post-treatment support services including 40 hours of aftercare planning, continued medical care coordination, alumni program, and informational wellness workshops.
• Family Support Services Free family support groups and education sessions including Family & Friends Education Group, Grief & Loss Support, and Partners Workshop.
• Medical Care Services On-site medical clinic, pharmacy, nutrition and dietary services, and acupuncture supporting physical rehabilitation alongside addiction treatment, delivered via VPAC partnership.
• Counselling & Therapy Therapeutic services including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR, neurofeedback, and private counselling delivered by 12 accredited therapists and addiction counselors.
• Physical Fitness Programs Recovery fitness boot camps and on-site fitness center access promoting physical rehabilitation alongside addiction treatment, in partnership with Mana Fitness.
• Lifeline Veterans & First Responders Program Free weekly support group for veterans and first responders offering peer support, group discussions, coping skills training, and resources, with specialized trauma therapies including EMDR.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% of clients report a reduction in stress and a smooth transition back into daily lives with aftercare services
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• The Overdose Prevention SocietyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016Founded in 2016 as a frontline emergency response to the overdose crisis. Offers recovery support, medical and mental health referrals, and overdose response. Also offers knowledge sharing and workshops to other communities in crisis.
• BC Women's Hospital - Families in Recovery (FIR)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2003The Families in Recovery (FIR) Program at BC Women's Hospital, launched in 2003, was the first of its kind, providing specialized support to individuals who are pregnant or newly parenting while navigating substance use and mental health concerns. Listed as community partner with bidirectional referral relationship.
• Vital Path Addiction Clinic (VPAC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTogether We Can works directly with Vital Path Addiction Clinic for on-site medical care. The care team includes addiction medicine physicians, nurse practitioners, a registered nurse, medical administration support, medication management support, and nutrition services. The medical team supports residents with continuity of care, medication management, OAT (Opioid Agonist Therapy), general health concerns, blood work, diagnoses, and coordination of care during treatment. Clients can continue as patients after treatment.
• Joe's Family Pharmacy / Joes Specialty PharmacycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIn-house pharmacy partnership providing personalized and safe medication management, reducing risk of relapse and enhancing treatment outcomes. Pharmacists actively engage with patients offering medication management insights and fostering open communication. Located on-site at the treatment centre, eliminating the need for residents to navigate multiple pharmacy locations or face insurance complexities.
• Rummy Black / Mana FitnessminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecovery Fitness Boot Camps led by Rummy Black, a Certified Personal Trainer and Accountability Coach. Her own weight loss and transformation journey inspired her to guide residents through fitness programs, including group workouts, goal-setting, and positive reinforcement. Addresses the connection between physical health, mental well-being, and confidence in recovery.
• Providence Health Care - Road to RecoverycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThe Providence Health Care Road to Recovery initiative strives to better address treatment of substance use issues by providing the right support to each client at the right time. Listed as a community partner on TWC's website, indicating bidirectional referral relationship for individuals seeking treatment and recovery support.
• Back On Track RecoveryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTWC extended its Street Reach Project to the Whalley District in Surrey, partnering with Back On Track Recovery to ensure more people have access to support and recovery resources.
• DTES Emergency Supply Hub, VanCity OPS, Revolution Recovery, Interventions on DemandminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partners supporting the Street Reach Project. DTES Emergency Supply Hub and VanCity OPS provide resources for Downtown Eastside outreach. Revolution Recovery and Interventions on Demand contribute to the broader community support network.
• Charitable ImpactcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTogether We Can has collaborated with Charitable Impact to advance the concept of the Recovery Ecosystem — a coordinated, community-based model designed to strengthen how addiction care and recovery supports are delivered. The ecosystem approach aims to address fragmented services, long waitlists, and unclear pathways between supports by improving collaboration between health authorities, nonprofits, and treatment providers.
• Charlford House Society for WomencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTogether We Can and Charlford House partnered to open Thelma's Place, a 14-bed women's sober living residence in Vancouver named in honour of Thelma McPherson (founder of Charlford House, 1969). This partnership combines resources, experience, and community support to expand access to women's addiction recovery services and sober living in British Columbia.
• qathet Regional DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe qathet Regional District facilitated the conversion of the historic Arbutus Fire Hall in Powell River into an addiction treatment centre. This partnership expanded Miklat Recovery's existing 12 beds by an additional 12 beds, addressing the pressing need for addiction treatment services on the Sunshine Coast.
• Yorkville University, Adler University, City University, Gonzaga University, Vancouver Community College, Ashton College, Douglas CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner educational institutions providing practicum placements for counselling and addiction studies students at TWC. Students gain real-world experience in one-on-one counselling, group therapy, case management, and multidisciplinary team collaboration. TWC provides clinical supervision for students and new professionals pursuing certification.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Homewood Health Centre: One of Canada's largest private mental health and addiction treatment providers, operating residential programs, outpatient services, and employer/EAP contracts nationally. Comparable to TWC in serving residential addiction clients with multidisciplinary clinical teams, but offers a broader portfolio across all of Canada including psychiatric care.
• EHN Canada (Edgewood Health Network): Canada's largest private network of inpatient and outpatient addiction and mental health treatment facilities including Bellwood, Edgewood, and Trafalgar. Comparable in delivering residential addiction treatment across multiple Canadian provinces with employer and insurer contracts.

Direct peers

• Sunshine Coast Health Centre: Men-only residential addiction treatment centre in Powell River, BC (same region as TWC's Miklat Recovery) offering evidence-based trauma-informed programs. Direct peer with overlapping geographic catchment and similar program structure.
• Jean Tweed Centre: Toronto-based nonprofit women's addiction and mental health treatment provider with residential programs and trauma-informed care. Comparable to TWC's Northstar Recovery and Thelma's Place as a women-focused recovery organization with similar continuum of care model.
• Cedars at Cobble Hill: Private residential addiction treatment centre on Vancouver Island, BC offering detox, residential programs, and aftercare. Direct peer serving similar demographics in the same BC market with comparable program stays.
• Bellwood Health Services: Toronto-based residential addiction and mental health treatment program within the EHN Canada network. Direct peer with similar residential program structure, evidence-based modalities, and aftercare services, though operating in Ontario rather than BC.
• Last Door Recovery Society: Vancouver-based nonprofit addiction recovery society offering residential treatment and sober living for men. Direct peer in the same city with similar nonprofit model, 12-step emphasis, and sober living continuum.
• Edgewood Treatment Centre: BC-based residential addiction treatment centre offering evidence-based programs including 12-step and alternative pathways. Direct peer as it operates residential treatment in the same geography with multi-week program structures and similar clinical modality mix.

Regional players

• Foundry (Providence Health Care): BC-wide network of integrated youth wellness centres offering mental health, substance use, and primary care services for ages 12-24. Comparable as a BC-based behavioral health provider with overlapping referral relationships, though focused on youth rather than adult addiction.

Others

• Canadian Mental Health Association - BC Division: Provincial nonprofit providing mental health and substance use support services across BC including community programs, peer support, and education. Adjacent rather than direct competitor, but shares nonprofit/charity model and BC-based behavioral health mission.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TWCRecoveryLife
• Xx.com/twcrecoverylife

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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