The South Island Alano Club is operated by a board of individuals who are in recovery or are an advocate for those in recovery. We are friends, parents, children, brothers, and sisters. We volunteer our time in an effort to support those in recovery and help grow the recovery community.

A group of committed individuals in recovery who are gathering together to implement our mission:

To provide a facility and an environment conducive to physical, mental, and spiritual renewal; where those seeking recovery from substance dependencies or problem behaviors, can gather to share a message of experience, strength and hope.

What is an Alano Club, and what do they do?

An Alano Club is a non-profit organization that supports people in recovery by providing:

A consistent meeting space for 12-step and other recovery-focused groups.
Resources and information about substance use, behavioral challenges, and recovery support.
A safe, sober environment for social activities, helping individuals and families build healthy connections in recovery.

Why is this so important?
Because recovery thrives in connection. When we’re part of a recovery community, we stay grounded, supported, and reminded that we’re not alone. Isolation can be dangerous—when we’re alone, we’re often in bad company.

That’s why giving back is essential. Sharing the experience, strength, and hope we've been so freely given not only helps others—it helps us grow.

Healing takes a village. And together, we keep each other strong.

Who We Are

Meet The Board

“There were meetings, dances, open mic nights, food, and a lot of fun at the Alano Club in downtown Victoria. Now that the South Island Alano Club is open, I am excited to watch it grow into another place for people to experience fun in recovery."

-Anonymous