Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum Environmental Scan: A Request for Input (2024)

The Canadian Assembly of Narcotics Anonymous (CANA/ACNA) has been serving the Canadian Fellowship for over 30 years. During this time there has been continuous growth both in maturity and services provided. However, the world within NA and outside of NA changes, bringing about both opportunities and challenges. In an effort, to prepare for the future we need to formulate a plan that will help us maximize our opportunities and minimize our challenges.

One of the significant ways we gather information about trends inside and outside the fellowship is through partnerships with Regions, Areas, Groups, Service Bodies and NA members at large in Canada. These extra sets of eyes and experiences help to offer unique perspectives on the needs of our fellowship going forward. It is in this spirit we ask members to offer their input using this document which is a vital part of our strategic planning process.

As you consider responses to the questions below, please take note of the services the Canadian Assembly currently offers either as an active Work Group or as ongoing Routine Services

CANA/ACNA Goals

Goal 1: Improve External Recognition and Develop Relationships (Professionals, Government Agencies and Potential Members)
Goal 2: Identify, Coordinate, Assess Resources (Human, Financial)
Goal 3: Build Relationships with Member Communities and Foster Unity
Goal 4: Build, Develop and Support NA in Remote Communities

CANA/ACNA Vision Statement

Inspired by the primary purpose of the groups we serve; our Vision provides direction for all the efforts and actions of the Canadian Assembly of Narcotics Anonymous. In our vision is a time:

• When addicts throughout the geographic expanse we serve need no longer suffer and die without having had the opportunity to discover and experience the miracle of recovery offered by Narcotics Anonymous.

• When the NA message of recovery is freely carried in every language and across all boundaries of culture, ethnicity, and geography from coast to coast to coast.

• When the Canadian Assembly is universally recognized as a dynamic and reliable resource for NA services and information.

• When every member, inspired by the gift of recovery, experiences spiritual growth and fulfillment through service.

This vision directs all our service efforts. With the guidance of a loving Higher Power, we strive towards these ideals.

Terms
CANA: Canadian Assembly of Narcotics Anonymous
ACNA: L'Assemblée Canadienne de Narcotiques Anonymes
CCNA: Canadian Convention of Narcotics Anonymous

In doing this work, we want to consider:

A. Is the functioning of the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) aligned with the vision statement, and our goals.

B. What are the actions/values/purpose that the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) is practicing – is this what is needed to fulfill Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) vision.

C. What can the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) as a service body, do to support our current success and improve in places where we are deficient?

The Principles we identified are:
- Awareness
- Collaboration
- Unity
- Inclusiveness

“How does this principle appear in our work together (The Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum and the Canadian fellowship)?” (What is working)

“How can we better reflect this principle in our work together (The Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum and the Canadian fellowship)?” (What is not working)

AWARENESS

1. What is your perception of The Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA)?
2. With reference to the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) Vision Statement (provided above), does this cover all aspects of what the fellowship wants this service body to do on their behalf?
If not, what changes should be made?
3. With reference to the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) Goals (provided above), do these cover all aspects of what you want this service body to do for the member regions?
If not, what changes should be made?
4. Considering the above list of services, are there other National services that you would like the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) to provide? If so, what are those other services?
COLLABORATION

The Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) is looking into ways to be more effective and more efficient.

5. How well does the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) respond to the needs of the Canadian Fellowship?
6. How can the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) and the Canadian fellowship work together to further our message through our services?
INCLUSIVENESS

7. How can the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) engage with the fellowship and include that input?
UNITY

8. Do you feel that Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) is sufficiently connected with your region and areas? If not, what can Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) do to improve this sense of connection?
9. How well does the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) focus on Unity?
Using the format above, rate each service listed below in order of their importance, between 0 - 5.

You are not to prioritize the list but to determine each item separately
Fellowship Development
Attending National conferences that will benefit NA in Canada

insert the number that best fits your perception
Reaching communities where there is no NA
Mail out campaign to locals where there are currently no NA meetings

insert the number that best fits your perception
Engage in dialogue with local level service bodies
Attend local events to educate as to what the Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum (CANA/ACNA) is and what we do for the Canadian fellowship

insert the number that best fits your perception
Translations
Translate IP#1 into First Nations Languages

insert the number that best fits your perception
SURVEY SUBMISSION:

SURVEY SUBMISSION: Was this an Individual member submission A Group submission

Select only One
Where did you complete this survey?

Where did you complete this survey? Regional Workshop Area Workshop Other
Region Name
Area Name
Member Name
Service Position (If applicable)
Email Address
If you prefer to fill this out offline, you can email the form to vicechair@canaacna.org

Please submit your input/responses no later than August 1, 2024

Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum Environmental Scan: A Request for Input (2024)

Canadian Assembly Zonal Forum Environmental Scan: A Request for Input (2024)

Using the format above, rate each service listed below in order of their importance, between 0 - 5.

If you prefer to fill this out offline, you can email the form to vicechair@canaacna.org