The Regional Municipality of Durham

$516,889.00 CAD

≈ 7 Canadians' average pay for a year
Department
Health Canada
Program
Substance Use and Addictions Program - Emergency Treatment Fund
Recipient country
Canada
Fiscal year
2025-2026
Agreement period
April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026
Reference
hc-sc:271-2025-2026-Q1-00011

Published purpose

This project will establish a rapid response Opioid Outreach Team in Durham Region to enhance access to therapeutic intervention and harm reduction services for individuals affected by the opioid crisis. The team, staffed by two registered social workers, will provide on-the-spot therapy and support for addiction and withdrawal management. Operating out of a fully equipped outreach vehicle, the team will work for one year to address urgent opioid-related needs.

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