Rooted in Belonging
Bridging lived expertise, community leadership, and collaborative action to transform substance use, mental health, and social inclusion across Atlantic Canada.
Who We Are
SUN ARC Community Hub Inc. (Shared Understanding Network, an Atlantic Resource Collaborative) is a newly established non-profit dedicated to community-driven systems change across Atlantic Canada.
At our core, we are Rooted in Belonging. We believe that genuine transformation happens when individuals and communities are not merely invited to the table to share stories, but are grounded as true leaders, experts, and co-creators of the systems that serve them.
By convening peer leaders, frontline workers, researchers, elected officials, and community leaders, SUN ARC aims to break down institutional and social barriers and replace them with shared power, true belonging and transformative, community-led action for change.
Online and in-person community conversations on substance use, mental health and social inclusion
Healthy habits
Healthy Snacks Provided
To nurture growing toddlers and curious minds
Dedicated Nap Room
With cribs for a restful sleep
Communication Regularly
Sharing images and updates through our app
Never a boring day
Daily Outdoor Time
Safe and fun outdoor play in designated space
Monthly Art Class
Hands-on art, led by a local artist
No Screens
Real play. Real learning
Board of Directors
Staff
Rooted in Collaboration
SUN ARC is built on strong foundational partnerships that span national healthcare centers, healthcare leaders, and regional advocacy networks.
The Dr. Peter Centre: National leaders in harm reduction, health equity, and stigma reduction.
Dr. Sara Davidson: Partnering on community-centered healthcare innovation, clinical integration, and research.
Substance User Network of Atlantic Regions (SUNAR): Driving regional peer advocacy, harm reduction, and lived experience leadership.
Upcoming Events
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