Grants and Contributions:
Title:
2021-HQ-000064
Agreement Number:
2021-HQ-000064
Agreement Value:
$4,005,969.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 23, 2020 - Mar 31, 2023
Description:
This initiative provided pharmaceutical-grade prescribed alternatives (safer supply) medications (opioid/OAT/stimulant) to address the overdose risk posed by the toxic illegal drug market. It included outreach, medication delivery and fixed site services, including services and a safe and secure outdoor space for People Who Use Drugs (PWUD) by inhalation, with an emphasis on current gaps in the service continuum. The project also served as a point of entry to wraparound health and social services including primary and addiction care.
Organization:
Health Canada
Expected Results:
Targeted stakeholders and Canadians access evidence-informed information related to substance use and are equipped with the capacity (knowledge, skills and supports) to inform their decisions and actions related to substance use.
Location:
Victoria, British Columbia, CA V8W 1M8
Reference Number:
271-2020-2021-Q4-00010
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
130642440
Recipient Type:
Other
Additional Information:
The total agreement value previously disclosed has been updated to reflect an increase resulting from this amendment, and the agreement end date has been updated to reflect an extension.
Amendment Date
Mar 5, 2021
Recipient's Legal Name:
AVI Health and Community Services Society
Program:
Substance Use and Addictions Program
Program Purpose:
Health Protection and Promotion
Amendments: