








Canadian Centre for Addictions
Canadian Centre for Addictions
About Canadian Centre for Addictions
The Canadian Centre for Addictions believes 5-star care helps their clients learn how to lead 5-star quality lives, year after year. They offer sophisticated treatment for drug and alcohol addiction, as well as the underlying issues that led to addiction in the first place. In addition to offering detox and inpatient treatment in luxurious, historical properties, they also provide outpatient programs. Committed to setting a higher standard, CCFA uses the Rehabilitation Wellness Inventory to measure clients’ improvements, and currently has a 95% success rate.
See Measurable Results from Treatment
Working one-on-one with each client, the Canadian Centre for Addictions explores treatment modalities that best resonate with each client to develop healthier coping mechanisms for common mental health hurdles like anxiety and depression. Their comprehensive approach includes evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy sessions, as well as holistic wellness practices such as meditation, nutrition, and physical activity.
Live Each Day with Purpose and Focus
Clients at the Canadian Centre for Addictions follow a structured schedule that supports healing and growth. Mornings begin with an affirmations group and journaling with primary counsellors. Clients attend multiple daily therapy sessions, including individual, group, and family therapy. Workshops teach life skills and relapse prevention strategies, equipping clients with tools for long-term recovery. Clients can also choose to attend either 12-Step or non-12-Step meetings—empowering them to find what works best for their personal recovery.
Stay Committed to Sobriety with Ongoing Support
The Canadian Centre for Addictions offers lifetime aftercare to all program graduates, ensuring ongoing support anywhere in North America. Recovery is a lifelong journey, and clients can always rely on CCFA for guidance, connection, and encouragement beyond their time in treatment.
Relax in Historic Charm with Modern Amenities
CCFA’s two locations near Toronto offer peaceful accommodations with private and shared rooms, luxurious amenities, and serene surroundings. Hillcrest Mansion, an 1874 Victorian estate, features fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, private decks, a full gym, a dry sauna, a games room, a swimming pool, and hiking trails, while Woodlawn Inn, a former hotel near Cobourg Beach, offers large en-suite rooms, a steam room, a gym, and beach outings. Both locations provide professionally prepared gourmet meals, beautiful gardens, and a supportive community environment that fosters connection and recovery.
The Canadian Centre For Addictions accepts insurance payments from various insurance providers such as Sunlife, Greenshield and Manulife Insurance and others. They can speak to insurance providers or HR representatives to help with pre-approval.
Highlights from the Center
1-on-1 Counseling
On-site Medical Detox
Addiction Recovery
Executive Treatment
Center Overview
Pricing and Program Length




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Meet Your Care Team

Dr. Ron Phillipson
BSc, MD, CCFP, FASM

Dr. Jonathan Siegel
Registered Psychologist
BSc, M.Ed, Ed.D

Brooke Sturzenegger
Registered Nurse
BScN, RN

Dr. Leonard Bienenstock
Addictions Physician
M.D. CCFP

Megan Thompson
Certified Addictions Counsellor

Erin Kernohan
Programs Manager & Certified Addictions Counsellor

Dr. Greg Carfagnini
Addictions Physician & Doctor
MD CCFP(EM)

Emma Pilgrim
Aftercare Services Coordinator

Jeff Cameron
Shift Manager & Certified Addictions Counsellor

Nardia Arayoe
Certified Addictions Counsellor

Carrie Smith
Withdrawal Management Nurse
RPN

Roger Cowley
Chef

Maria Digirolamo
Administrator

Ken Ross
Residential Care Worker

Jim McKenny
Recovery Coach Former NHL Player (Toronto Maple Leafs)

Tiffany Ngai
Addictions Primary Counsellor

Ainsley McNaught
RP Qualifying

Jessica Padar
Addictions Counsellor Family Services Coordinator

Maria Telesca
Assistant to the Executive Director

Kim Stocker
Residential Counselor
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Proven Outcomes: 95% Success Rate
The Canadian Centre for Addictions (CCFA) reports over a 95% success rate among clients completing its programs. This impressive figure is backed by the Rehabilitation Wellness Inventory (RWI), a scientifically validated tool developed by Dr. Siegel and associates.
Private Rehab: Precision-Crafted Care That Works
Private treatment at CCFA ensures focused, evidence-based care delivered by experienced professionals. Fewer clients per staff member means more individualized therapy and superior outcomes—all supported by data and long-term success metrics.
The Importance of Wellness & Recreation in Addiction Rehab
Find out why wellness and recreation therapy can significantly aid addiction recovery.
Recovery’s Effect on Memory, Concentration & Decision Making
Read about CCFA’s partnership with the University of Toronto researching the effect of addiction recovery on cognitive ability.
Addiction & Canadian Life Expectancy
Discover how addiction affects life expectancy—and what can be done to change it.
Former Hockey Star Shares Personal Struggle with Addiction
Jim McKenny describes how he helps others struggling with addiction as a counsellor at CCFA.
