SURREY – Phoenix Society CEO Keir Macdonald has been chosen to sit on the City of Surrey’s newly established Surrey Community Services Committee. According to the terms of reference, the new Standing Committee aims to support priority populations and recognize the important relationship and partnership between the City and the community-based social services sector. Furthermore,…
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The first-ever count of individuals living in recovery facilities in the Metro Vancouver region happened this year, and it happened in Surrey with support from the Phoenix Society. “This is a first-of-its-kind study and has been several years in the making,” says Phoenix Society CEO Keir Macdonald. “We are thrilled and thankful the BC Non-Profit…
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Bestselling author and renowned Buddhist teacher Noah Levine adapts the Buddha's Four Noble Truths and Eight Fold Path into a proven and systematic approach to recovery from alcohol and drug addiction—an indispensable alternative to the 12-step program. While many desperately need the help of the 12-step recovery program, the traditional AA model's focus on an…
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The Phoenix Society is pleased to welcome Keir Macdonald to the position of CEO. Keir succeeds our Interim ED Kim Brazil. “We are very excited to have Keir taking on the role of chief executive officer of Phoenix Society,” says Pat Frewer, Phoenix’s Board Chair. “Keir brings to the job an exceptional combination of energy,…
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Phoenix Society created a Volunteer Program called the Red Shirts so residents can volunteer their time, energy, and helping spirit to build social assets and re-connect with the community they live in. The Red Shirts assist the Surrey BIA, VanCity and other community organizers in the setup, maintenance and tear down of community events. This year…
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