Club 24 - Member Statement

CLAUDIA CHENDER « » : Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Club 24 in Downtown Dartmouth.

Club 24 is a home away from home for many seeking support for addictions and substance use disorders. The club is volunteer-run and is truly an organization by the community, for the community. AA, NA, and many more meetings are held in their building every day, evening, and weekend.

When COVID-19 arrived in Nova Scotia, they pivoted to online meetings. When it became clear that this wasn't working for their clients - many of whom were desperate for in-person support - Club 24 fiercely advocated for, and won, the title of essential service provider and were able to safely return to in-person meetings.

I've spoken with clients and I know how important Club 24 is to the recovery community. I ask all members of this House to join me in thanking Club 24 for its tireless work in supporting recovery in Dartmouth.