Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Enhancing Confidential Access to Mental Health and Addiction Services in KCA's 8 Affiliated First Nations
Agreement Number:
2526-HQ-000170
Agreement Value:
$1,961,250.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 8, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
This project will improve access to services in KCA’s affiliated First Nations communities by establishing private, safe, and destigmatizing meeting spaces. These spaces will reduce barriers to care, provide culturally safe environments, and encourage community members to seek support close to home. By creating accessible and supportive infrastructure, the initiative will enhance service availability, improve client experience, and foster early and consistent intervention amid the ongoing mental health and substance use crisis.
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:
Kenora, Ontario, CA P9N 3X4
Reference Number:
271-2025-2026-Q4-00015
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Aboriginal recipient
Recipient's Legal Name:
Kenora Chiefs Advisory Inc.
Program:
Substance Use and Addictions Program - Emergency Treatment Fund
Program Purpose:
Health protection and promotion