Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Improving efficiency and effectiveness to save lives in overdose responses in Nanaimo
Agreement Number:
2526-HQ-000017
Agreement Value:
$442,752.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
This project will enhance the life-saving capabilities of Nanaimo's Community Safety Officers by outfitting 3 responder vehicles with medical and harm reduction supplies. It will improve overdose response times, allow officers to spend more time in the community, and provide critical support to the city's unsheltered population using substances.
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:
Nanaimo, British Columbia, CA V9R 5J6
Reference Number:
271-2025-2026-Q1-00001
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
106930332
Recipient Type:
Government
Recipient's Legal Name:
City of Nanaimo
Program:
Substance Use and Addictions Program - Emergency Treatment Fund
Program Purpose:
Health Protection and Promotion