Welcome fellow Canadian. I totally agree - show 'em a sober You. The negative feelings will fade as each day passes, and I'll bet people will cheer you on (support you) as they watch you doing positive things. It starts with day one - you decision to take hold of a sober life. Show 'em what your made of. You can do this! (I was an all day and night drinker too - at work too ... if I could do it, I know you can!)