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New Shelter Honors Addiction Recovery Pioneer
6 May
Summary
- New recovery facility named after Molly Boyce, an advocate for the program.
- The renovated space offers transitional housing for up to 17 people.
- Program provides safe alcohol doses, medical, and cultural support.
A new facility dedicated to addiction recovery has officially opened its doors in Thunder Bay. Named Kwae Kii Win, the renovated building offers transitional housing for up to 17 individuals battling alcoholism.
The kitchen within this new space has been dedicated in memory of Molly Boyce, a woman who struggled with addiction and homelessness and had been working towards establishing a detox program in her home community. Boyce died in 2024 shortly before completing her practical nursing course.
The Kwae Kii Win program provides residents with safe, measured doses of alcohol under the supervision of healthcare professionals. It also integrates comprehensive medical, social, cultural, and wellness support to aid in their healing journey.
This expansion was made possible through financing and renovations supported by the Thunder Bay District Social Services Administration Board and provincial funding. The facility, owned by Shelter House, aims to offer residents dignity, personal space, and essential life skills training.
Innovative safety features, including a LifeguardLite timer in each bedroom, are present to alert emergency services in case of an overdose. This system, along with smoke detection and temperature alerts, underscores a commitment to resident safety.
Despite criticisms of managed alcohol programs, officials emphasize that recovery is a personal journey and that this program provides a stable environment and essential support for those seeking to rebuild their lives.
