Posted On: Wednesday, May 31st, 2017
From Pivot Legal Society Pivot Legal Society has created a 2 page explanation of the new “Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act”, which became law in early May 2017. The law is meant to encourage people to call 911 in case of an overdose. The protections provided by the law, however, are limited. We believe that… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, May 26th, 2017
PAN received this notice this morning through several channels Dear Non-Profit Leaders: The City is actively seeking expressions of interest (EOI) for initiatives aimed at mitigating the effects of the overdose crisis across the City. Through community consultation and data monitoring, City staff have identified five priority needs for investment: 1. Innovative anti-stigma programs 2…. Read more »
Posted On: Friday, May 26th, 2017
Bill C-37 Streamlines Application for Safe Injection Sites As PAN’s Executive Director Jennifer Evin Jones wrote last week, Bill C-37 on Safe Injection Sites has passed into law. This will simplify the process of opening safe injection sites; which “now requires 5 conditions be met in applying to open a SIS, rather than the 26… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, May 19th, 2017
Bill C-37, which outlines the steps necessary to open a supervised injection site (SIS) in Canada, was passed into law yesterday. The process now requires 5 conditions be met in applying to open a SIS, rather than the 26 required under the former Bill (C-2) governing the injection site application process. This new Bill removes… Read more »
Posted On: Tuesday, May 16th, 2017
The criminalization of drug use and the people who use drugs affects HIV and hepatitis C (HCV) rates and patterns in how HIV and HCV are transmitted. Healthcare access for people who use drugs can be complicated by the criminalization of drugs, and this impacts health outcomes those who are often vulnerable as a result… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, May 15th, 2017
Wednesday May 17 is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia. It’s a worldwide day to celebrate diverse genders and sexualities and note the tensions between living proudly and living with the stigma that many LGBTQ people face. Its aim is “to draw the attention of policymakers, opinion leaders, social movements, the public and… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, May 12th, 2017
This is a heads up to our member groups who are in the Lower Mainland and any other members who might be in the area June 2. West Coast Prison Justice Society is presenting a conference about mental health in corrections, and especially the impact of solitary confinement on mental health. The agenda will include… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, May 8th, 2017
The Canadian Association of Nurses in AIDS Care (CANAC) wrapped up their conference this weekend in Regina. I would have loved to be there, as one of the features of the conference was a presentation by Irene Goldstone and Marilou Gagnon on how nurses have led the way on implementing harm reduction. CANAC makes a… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, May 5th, 2017
Tuesday May 30th, 10 AM PDST From the Community Based Research Centre for Gay Men’s Health Suicide is the ninth leading cause of death among Canadians, responsible for nearly 4000 deaths each year. While everyone is susceptible to the feelings of hopelessness and despair that precede suicide, gay and bisexual men are 4 times more likely… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, May 1st, 2017
Strength in Unity is a community-based research project that aims to destigmatize mental illness among youth and men in Asian communities. The project has three study sites– one in Vancouver, one in Calgary, and one in Toronto. The hope is that reducing stigma will improve uptake of mental health services and community wellness. As part… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, May 1st, 2017
It’s Mental Health Week (May 1-7), and the theme is #GetLoud. The Canadian Mental Health Association is urging Canadians to talk about the issues and do so with volume- speak up, speak out. They want to hear from people about mental health care and services, but also about living with dignity, fighting stigma, and ensuring… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, April 21st, 2017
BC’s Public Health Crisis at One Year: The Overdose Epidemic The provincial government has released a report following up on Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall’s announcement of a public health crisis on April 14, 2016. BC’s Opioid Overdose Response: One-Year Update (April 13, 2017) summarizes efforts in seven key areas: Immediate response to an… Read more »
