Frequently Asked Questions

Anyone who has a desire to stop drinking is welcome at our closed meetings.
Our Open Speaker Meeting (last Friday of each month) is open to anyone interested in learning more about AA — including family, friends, and the general public.

Meetings are held every Friday from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
at St. John's Roman Catholic Church,
2016 Blairholm Avenue, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.

• First Friday: Gratitude, Practical Sobriety & Mindfulness Meeting (Closed)
   
• Second Friday: Big Book Study (Closed)
   
• Third Friday: Steps & Traditions Discussion (Closed)
   
• Last Friday: Open Speaker Meeting (Open to all)
   
• Fifth Fridays (if applicable): Special Topic Meeting (Closed)

• Closed Meetings are for anyone who has a desire to stop drinking.
   
• Open Meetings are open to everyone, including family members, friends, and those interested in learning more about Alcoholics Anonymous.

No registration or fees are required.
There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are fully self-supporting through our own voluntary contributions.

AA meetings generally include a brief welcome, readings from AA literature, and group sharing or a speaker sharing their experience, strength, and hope.
Participation is always voluntary — newcomers are not required to speak.

You are very welcome!
Many of us felt nervous attending our first meeting too.
Feel free to sit and listen — there’s no pressure to speak until you are ready.
Our Newcomer Greeter will be available to answer any questions and provide a welcome packet.

Service keeps us sober!
If you would like to volunteer (making coffee, greeting, setting up chairs, etc.), please speak with the Chairperson after the meeting or fill out the Contact form on our website.