Grants and Contributions:
Title:
2021-HQ-000064
Agreement Number:
2021-HQ-000064
Agreement Value:
$3,955,969.00
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-Q4-00011
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 a decrease resulting from this amendment.
Amendment Date
Mar 13, 2021
Recipient's Legal Name:
AVI Health and Community Services Society
Program:
Substance Use and Addictions Program
Program Purpose:
Health Protection and Promotion
Amendments: