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Apr 22, 2026
Finding the Right Place to Move Forward
Ian Cooper was the first man to walk through the doors of Johnson Manor. This is his story — and why it matters for the 19 men who followed him.“I…
Mar 26, 2026
Recovery House to Offer Long-Term Stays (CBC)
Cool Aid’s Manager of Recovery Housing, Evan James, speaks with CBC’s Jason D’Souza on All Points West about our new recovery housing program – how it’s unique, when it will…
Dec 05, 2025
Cool Aid to Open Recovery Housing
The province has announced new “recovery-oriented” housing for Victoria through a partnership with the city and the Victoria Cool Aid Society. Known as Johnson Manor, the housing site at…
May 21, 2024
Recovering and Putting Down Roots
Housing has been a key part of Jody’s recovery, and we’re proud to have helped support her. Check out her empowering story of hope.