From Rock Bottom to Hope

Cameron’s Story

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As a child, Cameron didn’t see his father much — he was constantly in and out of prison. When Cameron became a father as a teenager, he supported them the only way he knew how: by selling drugs. He ended up in a cycle of addiction and crime and just like his father, spent many years behind bars.

“No treatment centre’s would accept me because of my violent criminal record and history. I called my sister, desperate for help. She told me that Hope Mission might be able to help — and I started making my way to the Herb Jamieson Centre.”

Here at the old Herb Jamieson Centre, Cameron joined Breakout, our recovery program for men. For the first time in Cameron’s life, he had hope for a better future and a support network of people who cared about him.

It’s been over five years since Cameron graduated from our program and his life has completely turned around. This past year, his story came full circle when he ended up helping rebuild the new Herb Jamieson Centre — the same place that rebuilt his life.

“His building is going to help thousands and thousands of men. And not just men, but women, kids, teenagers — entire families that have been pulled apart will find restoration.“

Bonita’s Story

“I came here broken… and now I’m healing and I’m doing well. Thank you from all of us!”

Cameron’s Story

Cameron’s Story

“I called my sister, desperate for help. She told me that Hope Mission might be able to help.”

Chelsea’s Story

Chelsea’s Story

“Hope Mission breakfast was always an option for someplace to go, especially first thing in the morning,”

Danielle’s Story

Danielle’s Story

“The community dinners are beautiful. What you do for the community and the kids is amazing.”

David’s Story

“Since joining Breakout, I’m more proactive. I’m happy being sober. I’m happy with who I’ve become.”

Debbie’s Story

“I’ve gone to almost all the programs out there. The missing factor was the God factor."

Dustin’s Story

“I experienced a transformation I couldn’t believe happened. I actually have real joy in my life...”

Ell’s Story

“Before Hope Mission, life wasn't going too well. My family doesn't really have that much...”

Jacinta’s Story

Jacinta’s Story

“I was a person to just accept offers thinking nothing is going to happen to me — but really, ... I was crying for help.”

Jake’s Story

“I was scared to fall asleep at night time,” he shares, “You don’t know what’s going to happen. It’s dangerous.”

Miguel’s Story

"I slept in garbage bins until somebody got crushed in one of them."

Mike’s Story

“The staff are extremely involved, they’re really caring, more like friends, not just teachers or someone just coming to work.”

Pauline’s Story

Pauline’s Story

“I was helpless... I was hopeless."

Rory’s Story

“I am very thankful for Hope Mission and what they did for me through the breakout program.”

Stephen’s Story

Stephen’s Story

“As I’ve been able to bring up things that were buried…I’ve experienced a lot of forgiveness.”

Vicki’s Story

“My family receives food hampers from Hope Mission and it really helps us a lot.”

Will’s Story

“If it weren't for people like you supporting in every way you can, none of this would have been possible for me. Thank you!”

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