As Northern Health continues our work towards achieving the goals in the provincial framework “From Hope to Health: Towards an AIDS-free Generations (2012)”, we are seeking community organizations who are well positioned to provide prevention, support, and/or care for individuals living with, or at risk for HIV and HCV.
Northern Health (NH) is requesting proposals from non-profit community and First Nations health organizations to provide services that will increase access to HIV and Hepatitis C supports across the North. This round of funding is to provide services over a 3-year period from April 1, 2020 – March 31, 2023.
We first issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) in 2016 and awarded contracts to 8 organizations across the North. In 2017, an additional 3 organizations received funding. Organizations have provided a wide array of services, including:
- Providing prevention education
- Distributing of harm reduction supplies
- Offering testing
- Supporting access to treatment
- Providing outreach & support
- Creating safe spaces to reduce stigma
Who is Eligible?
- Non-profit, charitable or First Nations organizations in BC that provide health services in northern BC
- Organizations must have experience in providing low-barrier services that are provided with a harm reduction lens, in a culturally safe manner
How much Funding is Available?
Each organization not currently holding a contract is eligible for funding of up to $50,000 per fiscal year (April 1st – March 31st). Current contract holders may apply for up to $50,000 or a 2% increase on their current contract value, whichever is greater.
How do I Find out More?
Please visit Norhtern Health’s HIV and HCV website to obtain a copy of the Community Contract Funding Guideline and the HIV and HCV Funding Application.
When is the Application Deadline?
Applications will be due January 13, 2020.