Exciting News! BELL ISLAND SUPPORT NETWORK is now officially a registered charity 🎉 (Charity # 72771 0709 RR0001).

This achievement is a huge milestone for our organization and our community. As a registered charity, we can now do even more to support the people of Bell Island, around Mental Health and Addiction Recovery, and your contributions will have an even greater impact.

All donations to BISN are now tax-deductible, meaning your support goes even further.

We want to thank each and every one of our board members, staff, supporters, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders for helping us reach this milestone. We couldn’t have done it without you.

To celebrate, we invite you to join us in embracing this new chapter. If you believe in our cause, now is the perfect time to get involved or consider making a donation.

Every bit of support helps us continue our work.

Mission:

The Bell Island Support Network is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive community by providing compassionate care and resources. Through a harm reduction approach, we aim to empower individuals to make safer choices, improve their health and well-being, and achieve a greater quality of life.

Values:

1. Compassion: Treating everyone with kindness, empathy, and understanding, recognizing the complexities of their experiences.

2. Respect: Honoring each individual's unique journey and choices without judgment.

3. Empowerment: Providing individuals with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to make informed decisions and take control of their recovery journey.

4. Inclusivity: Creating an environment where all individuals feel welcomed, valued, and supported, regardless of their background or circumstances.

5. Safety: Prioritizing the physical and emotional safety of all clients, volunteers, and staff, ensuring a secure and supportive environment.

6. Collaboration: Working together with clients, their families, and other community organizations to provide holistic and comprehensive support.

7. Accountability: Maintaining high standards of integrity and responsibility in all actions and decisions, ensuring transparency and trustworthiness.

8. Continuous Learning: Committing to staff ongoing education and improvement to better serve the community and stay informed about best practices in harm reduction and trauma-informed care.

9. Resilience: Encouraging strength and perseverance in the face of challenges, fostering hope and recovery.

10. Dignity: Recognizing and upholding the inherent worth and dignity of every person.

Thank you for being a part of the life changing work we do every day and for sharing in our excitement.

Together, we’re making a difference – and this is just the beginning! To donate please email us at: bisnnlinc@gmail.com