‘A big inspiration’: Ashtrey Recovery Resource Centre to open in Vancouver’s DTES (opens original article in a new tab)

A new community-run recovery centre opens in Vancouver's DTES, offering services like showers, detox access, and recovery meetings, named after a former OPS manager who died in 2025. The centre is funded by B.C.'s health ministry and replaces services from a previous hub.

• Ashtrey Recovery Resource Centre opens in Vancouver's DTES with drop-in services and recovery support
• Centre named after Trey Helten, who helped create OPS recovery navigator system
• Centre offers detox access, meetings, and housing support for substance use recovery
• Funded by B.C. health ministry, replacing services from DTES Emergency Supply Hub