What We Do

Dr. Carson McPherson is the Chief Executive Officer of ROSC Solutions Group Inc. (RSG), where he provides strategic and operational leadership across the organization and oversees the development, implementation and delivery of recovery-oriented systems, services and programs across Canada.

Carson brings extensive experience in addiction treatment, health system development, education and organizational leadership across both the public and private sectors. His career has included serving as CEO of Cedars at Cobble Hill, a 75-bed residential addiction treatment centre in British Columbia, as well as designing and implementing large-scale hospital-based addiction programs and operating supportive recovery housing.

Throughout his career, Carson has worked at the intersection of treatment, recovery, health care, education and community development. He has played a significant role in advancing recovery-oriented systems of care, helping governments, service providers and communities move beyond episodic models of treatment toward more integrated approaches that support individuals over the long term.

His work has included the development of recovery communities, peer and recovery coaching models, workforce education, treatment and continuing care services, and system-level strategies designed to strengthen connections between clinical care, community supports and lived experience. He has worked closely with governments, Indigenous organizations, health system partners, not-for-profits, service providers and people with lived and living experience to design approaches that are locally responsive, culturally informed and grounded in dignity, choice and recovery.

As CEO of RSG, Carson leads the organization’s broader strategy while supporting the translation of evidence, lived experience and proven recovery approaches into practical models of care. His work focuses on building sustainable infrastructure, strengthening workforce capacity and creating stronger connections across treatment, corrections, health and community systems.

Carson holds a doctorate in education and continues to contribute to provincial and national conversations on recovery-oriented policy, system design and workforce development. His leadership is grounded in the belief that recovery is strengthened when systems create the conditions for connection, opportunity, belonging and long-term growth.

Elizabeth Loudon is the Chief Operating Officer of ROSC Solutions Group Inc. (RSG), where she provides operational leadership across the organization and supports the development, implementation and quality of recovery-oriented services and programs.

Elizabeth brings more than 23 years of clinical and leadership experience in addiction treatment and behavioural health. She is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist and Certified Multiple Addictions Therapist, with areas of expertise including substance use disorders, compulsive sexual behaviours, trauma and disordered eating.

Throughout her career, Elizabeth has held senior clinical leadership roles across inpatient and outpatient treatment settings in Canada and the United States. As Clinical Director at Edgewood West, she supported residential treatment while also contributing to the development and oversight of six outpatient offices across British Columbia, Alberta and Washington State. She has also served as Clinical Director at Cedars at Cobble Hill and as Interim Clinical Director at Bellwood in Toronto during its integration with EHN.

Elizabeth has extensive experience in program development, clinical operations and quality improvement. Her work has included designing and implementing treatment programming, providing clinical oversight, supporting multidisciplinary teams and helping organizations strengthen consistency across services. She has also contributed to the development and implementation of addiction treatment programming in Saskatchewan.

In her role with RSG, Elizabeth oversees operational strategy while supporting clinical excellence, program development and the translation of evidence-informed practice into day-to-day service delivery. She works closely with clinical, operational and executive teams to ensure programs are responsive, sustainable and grounded in high-quality care.

Elizabeth takes an integrative approach to treatment and is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, solution-focused therapy, family therapy, trauma-informed care and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. She is particularly passionate about developing programs that help individuals and families build recovery capital, strengthen relationships and create the foundations for meaningful, long-term recovery.

Sarah Clunes is the Chief People Officer of ROSC Solutions Group Inc. (RSG), where she leads the organization’s people strategy and supports the development of a strong, engaged and high-performing workforce across RSG and its operating divisions.

Sarah brings more than a decade of experience in human resources across a range of sectors, including insurance and the non-profit sector. Her areas of expertise include talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, employee engagement and the development of people practices that support both organizational effectiveness and a positive workplace culture.

Throughout her career, Sarah has focused on building systems and practices that help organizations attract, develop and retain strong teams. She brings a practical and people-centred approach to human resources, with an emphasis on clear communication, collaboration, accountability and creating environments where employees feel supported to do their best work.

In her role with RSG, Sarah oversees people and culture initiatives across the organization, supporting workforce planning, recruitment, leadership development, employee experience and organizational growth. She works closely with leaders across RSG to ensure people strategies remain aligned with operational priorities while strengthening consistency, connection and culture as the organization continues to expand.

Sarah graduated from Concordia University in 2011 with a Bachelor of Management, majoring in Human Resources, and earned her Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation in 2016. She is committed to building cohesive teams grounded in collaboration, mutual support and a shared sense of purpose.

David Rumer is a Director with ROSC Solutions Group, providing strategic leadership across finance, technology, corporate services, and organizational development.  Since joining RSG in 2023, David has helped build the systems, infrastructure, and teams needed to support the organization’s expanding work in recovery-oriented care.

David brings extensive experience in financial and operational leadership across complex health and human services organizations. Prior to joining RSG, he served as Director of Finance with CapitalCare, one of Canada’s largest public continuing care organizations, supporting a multi-site operation. His career has included leadership in financial planning, reporting, governance, technology, organizational change, and the development of sustainable systems that support frontline service delivery.

At RSG, David works closely with leaders across the organization to translate ideas into practical, sustainable operations. He has played a key role in developing RSG’s corporate infrastructure as the organization has grown and expanded its work across recovery, treatment, corrections, training, and community-based services.

David is passionate about building organizations that combine strong stewardship with meaningful social impact. He believes effective corporate services should give people and programs the foundation they need to do exceptional work in their communities.

Lyndsey Hague is the Chief Development & Partnerships Officer at ROSC Solutions Group, leading strategic development, partnerships and new opportunities that support the expansion of recovery-oriented systems of care across Canada.

Lyndsey brings 20 years of experience in recovery, addiction treatment, therapeutic communities and operational leadership. Before moving to Canada, she spent much of her career with Phoenix Futures in the United Kingdom, where she held senior operational roles, including Head of Operations for Scotland, and led the development and delivery of therapeutic community services. She also served on the Scottish Government’s Residential Rehabilitation Working Group, becoming Vice-Chair in 2022.

Since coming to Canada, Lyndsey has played a significant role in the development of Alberta’s Recovery Community model. As Executive Director of Lakeview Recovery Community, she led the establishment and growth of a 100-bed therapeutic community and has worked alongside government, Indigenous partners and service providers to strengthen recovery-oriented practice, workforce development and system connectivity.

Lyndsey is a specialist in the Therapeutic Community model and is actively connected to the international TC movement through the World Federation of Therapeutic Communities. She founded and chairs the Alberta Network of Recovery Communities, bringing providers together to share learning, strengthen practice and build a connected recovery community sector.

In her role with RSG, Lyndsey combines international experience with practical system development and design, focusing on strategic partnerships, new service development and the translation of proven recovery approaches into locally responsive models of care.

She holds a BSc (Hons) in Forensic Psychology and has completed Stanford University’s Healthcare Leadership program.

Bill Caldwell is Senior Director of Programs at ROSC Solutions Group Inc. (RSG), where he oversees bed-based services and leads program development across the organization.

Bill brings more than 20 years of experience in addiction and mental health treatment, with a career spanning residential and outpatient settings. He has worked in a range of clinical and leadership roles, including as a counsellor, coach, consultant and program director, giving him a strong understanding of both frontline service delivery and the operational systems required to support effective care.

Throughout his career, Bill has focused on developing programs that are compassionate, structured and responsive to the needs of individuals navigating addiction and mental health challenges. His experience includes supporting multidisciplinary teams, strengthening treatment programming and helping translate recovery-oriented principles into practical approaches that can be applied within day-to-day service delivery.

In his role with RSG, Bill provides leadership across bed-based programs and supports the development, implementation and continuous improvement of services across the organization. He works closely with clinical and operational leaders to strengthen program quality, consistency and alignment with recovery-oriented models of care.

Bill is passionate about building systems that support meaningful, long-term recovery and creating environments where individuals are treated with dignity, compassion and respect. He brings a practical, collaborative approach to program development, grounded in extensive experience working directly with individuals, families and treatment teams.

Russell Purdy is the Executive Director of Beccarian Correctional Care and Bowline Health at ROSC Solutions Group, leading the development and delivery of recovery-oriented services across correctional, treatment and community settings.

Russell brings extensive experience in addiction recovery, treatment, therapeutic communities and operational leadership. Throughout his career, he has held leadership roles across private recovery housing, private and publicly funded treatment centres, and hospital-based addiction recovery services, giving him a broad understanding of how recovery supports can be designed and delivered across different systems and levels of care.

A significant part of Russell’s career has been his work advancing Alberta’s recovery-oriented system of care. As Executive Director of Red Deer Recovery Community, he led the opening and development of the first therapeutic community established under Alberta’s Recovery Community model. His work included building the operational foundation, workforce and recovery-oriented culture required to translate the Therapeutic Community model into practice.

Russell also played a leading role in establishing the Recovery Coach Academy of Canada, helping develop recovery coaching training and workforce capacity to support the growth of peer-based recovery services. He has contributed to the development and delivery of training programs supporting Alberta’s broader recovery-oriented approach and continues to advocate for the meaningful integration of lived experience, recovery coaching and long-term recovery supports across systems of care.

In his current role with RSG, Russell provides executive leadership to Beccarian Correctional Care and Bowline Health. His work focuses on developing recovery-oriented models within correctional settings, strengthening community-based recovery coaching and navigation services, and creating stronger connections between institutional, treatment and community supports.

Russell is a CCAR Recovery Coach Professional (RCP) and Facilitator and brings both professional expertise and a strong commitment to ensuring individuals have access to the relationships, opportunities and supports needed to build and sustain recovery.

Brian Hamel is Executive Director of the Recovery Training Institute and Recovery Coach Academy of Canada at ROSC Solutions Group, leading the development of recovery-informed training, recovery coaching education and workforce development initiatives across Canada.

Brian brings a combination of lived experience, operational knowledge, facilitation expertise and program development experience to his work. His professional background includes hospitality coordination, recovery centre programming and the development of peer-based recovery services, giving him a strong understanding of how to create environments that are welcoming, practical and responsive to the needs of individuals and communities.

Through the Recovery Coach Academy of Canada, Brian has played a leading role in the development and delivery of recovery coach training across Alberta and beyond. He has helped shape curriculum, facilitation standards and supervision approaches that support the growth of a skilled, ethical and sustainable recovery coaching workforce. His work includes collaboration with governments, treatment providers, recovery communities and community-based organizations to integrate recovery coaches into frontline, peer-led and interdisciplinary settings.

As Executive Director of the Recovery Training Institute, Brian also leads the development of education and training designed to strengthen recovery-oriented practice across systems and organizations. His work focuses on translating recovery principles into practical approaches that can be applied by professionals, peers, leaders and organizations working across health, treatment, corrections and community services.

Brian is particularly recognized for his work advancing ethical practice, recovery coach supervision and culturally responsive approaches grounded in dignity, autonomy and respect. With lived experience central to his leadership, he brings a perspective that connects systems with the people they are intended to serve and keeps recovery education practical, human and relevant.

Across both RTI and RCAC, Brian’s work is focused on strengthening the recovery workforce, expanding access to high-quality education and helping organizations create environments where recovery can be supported over the long term.