Grants and Contributions:
Title:
On the Road to Healing: A Mobile Outreach Initiative for the Opioid Crisis in the Manitoba Métis Federation Northwest Region
Agreement Number:
2425-HQ-000183
Agreement Value:
$655,788.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 6, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
This project aims to address the opioid crisis among Red River Métis Citizens in the Manitoba Métis Federation Northwest Region by launching a Mobile Outreach Van to provide prevention, education, and resources on opioid use. The van will offer culturally relevant harm reduction education, resources like Naloxone, and case management support, helping individuals access long-term treatment and community services. The goal is to reduce opioid-related harms and fatalities, while fostering cultural understanding and supporting the health and safety of the community.
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:
Dauphin, Manitoba, CA R7N 1G7
Reference Number:
271-2025-2026-Q3-00025
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Indigenous recipients
Additional Information:
The total agreement value previously disclosed has been updated to reflect an increase resulting from this amendment.
Amendment Date
Nov 17, 2025
Recipient's Legal Name:
Northwest Metis Council Inc.
Program:
Substance Use and Addictions Program - Emergency Treatment Fund
Program Purpose:
Health protection and promotion
Amendments: