BELLEVILLE, ON – The Belleville Police Service, in partnership with community leaders and the Real Lives Touched by Addiction movement, hosted a Flag Raising Ceremony on February 5^th in recognition of Preventative Health Awareness Month (PHAM) and in support of the Belleville Mental Health and Addiction Awareness Event.

The ceremony, held at the Belleville Police Service, was attended by a diverse group of community leaders, all united in a shared commitment to advancing preventative approaches to mental health and addiction recovery. Families and individuals with lived experience stood in solidarity, underscoring the community’s collective drive to reduce stigma and foster understanding around these pressing issues.

The flag raising represents a powerful call to empower individuals and families to take charge of their own health, while working to create long-term, community-centered solutions to mental health and addiction challenges.

“This ceremony is a pivotal moment for our community,” said Jen McCutcheon, Founder of Enable No More and the Real Lives Touched by Addiction movement. “It’s about shifting the narrative from crisis response to prevention, education, and action. Today, we reaffirm our collective responsibility to break down the barriers around mental health and addiction, making recovery and wellness accessible for all.”

The Real Lives Touched by Addiction movement continues to amplify the voices of those with lived experience, further reducing stigma and fostering a deeper community understanding of the realities of addiction. By mobilizing local leaders and encouraging collective action, the movement is driving the conversation toward lasting, positive change in the region.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Jen McCutcheon
Founder, Enable No More | Real Lives Touched by Addiction
📧 info@enablenomore.ca
📞 905-995-1201 
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