Grants and Contributions:
Title:
The Sault Ste. Marie Outreach and Wellness Response Team (OWR- Team)
Agreement Number:
2526-HQ-000145
Agreement Value:
$3,557,503.00
Agreement Date:
Oct 30, 2025 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
This project will address the mental health, addictions, and overdose crisis by creating a dedicated 24/7 community outreach and wellness response team in the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario district. The team will provide low-barrier access to medical, mental health, addiction, harm reduction, and housing support for vulnerable, high-needs populations both on the street, in supportive housing, and at key community locations.
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:
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, CA P6A 5K6
Reference Number:
271-2025-2026-Q3-00037
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
122023120
Recipient Type:
Government
Recipient's Legal Name:
The Corporation of the City of Sault Ste. Marie
Program:
Substance Use and Addictions Program - Emergency Treatment Fund
Program Purpose:
Health protection and promotion