$38,500 Ontario Government Grant Enables Renovations atCornerstone to Recovery in King City

KING, ON – On Friday, MPP Stephen Lecce joined the team at Cornerstone to Recovery Men’s Residential to highlight the $38,500 Capital grant provided by the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF). The six-month grant, awarded earlier this year, was used to renovate its men's residential facility to ensure the facility remains a stable and comfortable environment for residents during their recovery journey.

"Cornerstone to Recovery gives men and women struggling with addiction the thing they need most: hope — hope for a brighter tomorrow free from the burden of drugs and addiction," said Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan. “I am proud to support this investment by the Ontario government to renovate Cornerstone's Men's Residential Facility, which has been a bedrock of support in our community for the past 16 years. It is imperative facilities like this are modernized and updated to reflect the needs of its residents — keeping them a welcome place to heal and start anew with an incredible team to guide their recovery journey."  

The project aimed to extend the life of Cornerstone’s 90-day men's residential facility, which plays a crucial role in helping individuals overcome addiction and maintain long-term sobriety. The primary goal is to increase access to the program, enhance service quality, and ensure the facility remains a stable and comfortable environment for residents during their recovery journey. The OTF grant was used to renovate critical areas that had gone unchanged for 16 years, including the shower/washroom, bedroom floors, kitchen, and laundry facilities.

These upgrades have transformed the centre into a space that promotes healing, dignity, and well-being for current and future residents. By improving these essential facilities, the project strengthens recovery outcomes and contributes to a healthier, more resilient community overall.

This project focused on enhancing the living conditions within our men’s residential treatment centre to ensure it remains a supportive, comfortable, and effective environment for recovery.

“Ontario Trillium Foundation is a truly remarkable organization,” said Blaine Hobson, Executive Director, Cornerstone to Recovery. “This facility, which has transformed the lives of hundreds of families, was originally made possible 15 years ago through an OTF grant. Today’s grant allows us to continue this important work and to provide services to even more individuals and families in need."

Cornerstone to Recovery is a community-based, not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to helping individuals overcome addiction and rebuild meaningful lives. Since 2004, Cornerstone has provided a safe, supportive space where people can heal, grow, and discover their full potential.

Through a range of programs, including men’s and women’s residential treatment, day recovery, transitional housing, peer support, and wellness activities, Cornerstone helps individuals develop the skills and confidence needed for lasting recovery. With over two decades of service, Cornerstone continues to be a place of hope and transformation in York Region. Upcoming initiatives include expanding wellness and life-skills programs that foster connection, empowerment, and long-term well-being for all those on the journey of recovery.

The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to build healthy and vibrant communities across the province. Last year, OTF invested nearly $105M into 732 community projects and multi-sector partnerships. Projects aim to enhance economic well-being, foster more active lifestyles, support child and youth development, provide spaces for people to come together and connect, and create a more sustainable environment. Visit otf.ca to learn more.

Organization Contact for Media Inquiries:

Tina Bentley Senior Director of Programs 

Cornerstone to Recovery

905-762-1551 x 406

tbentley@cornerstonetorecovery.com  

MEDIA CONTACT                                                                                              

Stephen Lecce, MPP for King—Vaughan

Constituency Office

Tel.: 647-560-9700        

Email: Stephen.Lecce@pc.ola.org