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Title:

Pathway to Healing

Agreement Number:

2526-HQ-000074

Agreement Value:

$261,300.00

Agreement Date:

Jul 4, 2025 - Jul 31, 2026

Description:

This project aims to strengthen access to and availability of prevention efforts rooted in traditional Indigenous practices to address the disproportionate rate of overdose deaths among Indigenous peoples. It offers culturally grounded programming for Indigenous individuals in Victoria who use substances or are in recovery. Activities include: traditional food education, such as preparation, storytelling, and Cree language lessons shared meal rituals access to healing practices like smudging, drumming, and Elder-led spiritual support. Monthly art therapy and grief support groups, cultural workshops open to families, seasonal ceremonies, and weekly drop-in sessions will foster connection, cultural reconnection, and community healing.

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 V8T 5E3

Reference Number:

271-2025-2026-Q2-00013

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

850115320

Recipient Type:

Aboriginal recipient

Recipient's Legal Name:

Oasis Society for the Spiritual Health of Victoria

Program:

Substance Use and Addictions Program - Emergency Treatment Fund

Program Purpose:

Health Protection and Promotion