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Title:

Community-led Peer

Agreement Number:

2526-HQ-000023

Agreement Value:

$1,505,690.00

Agreement Date:

Apr 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

This project supports individuals in crisis by offering a collaborative model with social service and health agencies, providing assessment, intervention, referrals, and outreach. It includes a culturally responsive approach, particularly for Indigenous communities, focused on building positive relationships and incorporating Indigenous healing practices. The initiative also aims to enhance outreach efforts in Kelowna to address the opioid crisis, by purchasing 2 vans and creating peer-assisted teams to deliver support

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:

Kelowna, British Columbia, CA V1Y 1J4

Reference Number:

271-2025-2026-Q1-00007

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

121937551

Recipient Type:

Government

Recipient's Legal Name:

The Corporation of the City of Kelowna

Program:

Substance Use and Addictions Program - Emergency Treatment Fund

Program Purpose:

Health Protection and Promotion