Laval Alcoholics Anonymous Groups Strengthen Outreach to Support People Living With Alcoholism
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) groups in Laval are stepping up their efforts to reach residents struggling with alcohol dependence. More than twenty local groups meet weekly across the city, offering free, confidential and accessible support to anyone seeking to stop drinking.
AA meetings in Laval take place in various community spaces, with sessions held in the morning, at noon and in the evening. According to the organization, meetings follow a supportive and non-judgmental approach where participants share experiences and encouragement based on the principle of “alcoholics helping other alcoholics achieve sobriety.” No registration, fees or mandatory speaking are required.
Participants come from a wide range of backgrounds workers, parents, students, retirees and newcomers reflecting what AA describes as the widespread and cross-community impact of alcoholism.
Local AA groups also collaborate with community organizations and assistance centres that refer individuals who may benefit from attending meetings.
AA’s reminder to the public emphasizes that the only condition for taking part is the desire to stop drinking. The initiative aims to reach people who may be suffering in silence and help them discover a community committed to supporting sobriety.
About Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous is an international mutual-aid movement grounded in anonymity, solidarity and a spiritual recovery program. For more than 80 years, AA has supported millions of individuals worldwide.
In Laval, over twenty groups meet weekly to welcome anyone seeking to address problematic alcohol use.
Website: aaregion90.org
Key figures
- Over 2 million members worldwide
- Presence in more than 180 countries
- More than 20 active groups in Laval
Quoted statement
“We understand what people living with alcoholism are going through because we have lived it ourselves. At AA, no one is judged we are simply alcoholics helping other alcoholics achieve sobriety.”
Member of Alcoholics Anonymous, Laval
