Who We Are
Addiction Does Not Discriminate. Neither Do We.
Individuals struggling with drug addiction come from all social, economic, and racial backgrounds. Addiction can impact anyone, which is why we believe addiction resources must be available to everyone. At The Annex, we know that the stigma and shame of addiction keeps people trapped, making them feel powerless in their pursuit of recovery.
Our History & Mission
Founded in 2022, The Annex is an addiction support centre established in response to the ongoing mental health and substance abuse crisis in St. Thomas and throughout Ontario.
Just 10 years before, founder Ginny Trepanier opened The Grace Café a cozy soup kitchen with a homelike atmosphere which not only provides meals to the hungry, but gives them a comfortable place to enjoy them.
Following the success of Grace Cafe, Trepanier noticed the growing need for attainable access to treatment and addiction services in the region and took immediate action. Soon after, Annex was created with a mission to provide resources and support to those impacted by addiction.
Meet Our Team
Your Path Toward Recovery Begins Here.
At The Annex, we are committed to helping anyone willing to pursue recovery and seek freedom from addiction. Our mission centers around accessibility and access, so our resources are provided at no cost to our clients. Despite the high demand for addiction services in St. Thomas, our compassionate and knowledgeable team works to assess all available options until an attainable and sustainable fit can be found.