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‘100% better’: DTES artist Smokey D undergoing sponsored rehab in Thailand | Globalnews.ca

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Jamie Hardy a.k.a Smokey D is undergoing treatment in Thailand after he was hand-picked for a private rehab opportunity.

The 55-year-old street artist was chosen because he’s known for building bridges through art and raising awareness about the toxic drug crisis.

The Hills Rehab offers a select number of sponsored beds to Canadians who want to get clean.

Smokey was recognized in March 2023 for his quarter century of community service in Vancouver .

Smokey is receiving art therapy as part of his treatment in Thailand , where he has also joined a graffiti club.

Smokey will be auctioning off a canvas to help pay for uncovered medical expenses and to extend his stay overseas.

After another month in rehab, he will enter a long-term recovery centre where a private psychologist will work with him three days a week.

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