At the Recovery Training Institute (RTI), we believe that recovery is a community effort, made stronger through collaboration, compassion, and shared best practices. As a public resource, RTI works to strengthen recovery-oriented systems of care (ROSC) by equipping individuals and organizations with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to effectively support recovery.
Our mission is to build a strong, compassionate, and recovery- oriented workforce. Through expert-led training, knowledge sharing, and flexible learning opportunities, we work to establish a shared vision, common language, and best practices across recovery-oriented systems of care.
Together, we are advancing recovery-oriented care—helping to create stronger, healthier communities.
Executive Director
Brian Hamel serves as the Executive Director at RTIA. Known for his loud presence, expressive delivery, and ability to speak truth with care, Brian brings energy and realness into every space he enters, whether it’s a training room, a boardroom, or a recovery community.
With a professional background in hospitality coordination and recovery center programming, Brian understands what it means to create environments that are welcoming, human, and deeply responsive to people’s needs.
Brian is especially known for his work advancing ethical standards, recovery coach supervision models, and culturally responsive approaches rooted in dignity and autonomy. His programs are grounded in compassion, clarity, and curiosity, with an unwavering commitment to keeping recovery human, simple, and real.
With lived experience at the center of his leadership, Brian brings a perspective that bridges systems with people. He builds programs that not only inform but transform. Whether he’s supporting the development of a peer workforce, challenging outdated views of sobriety, or redefining what recovery can look like in Alberta, Brian’s work is driven by one core belief: that everyone deserves to heal in community, with kindness, and with hope.
Technology Business Partner
With a background in technology and digital solutions, Paloma plays a vital role in supporting RTI’s mission by ensuring the seamless integration of technology into training and education. She brings extensive experience in digital advisory and solution design, helping organizations implement effective, scalable systems that enhance operational efficiency. Her work focuses on leveraging innovative tools to create a streamlined learning experience, ensuring that educators and participants can engage with training materials effectively. Passionate about bridging technology and education, Paloma is committed to building systems that support meaningful learning and recovery-focused initiatives.
Success is more than achieving goals, it is also about inspiring those around us. As an educator, I have always had a passion for teaching and mentorship. Lighting the way for others and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration continues to motivate me to remain in this field. I see a bright future for RTI; now is the time to build connections, learn, and lead with confidence. I encourage those who come to RTI to learn and advance their careers to trust in your abilities and be open to new ideas. You’re here because you have something valuable to contribute.
Dr. Paul Sobey
Co-Founder, ROSC Solutions Group