Posted On: Thursday, July 10th, 2025
There’s a hepatitis C testing event coming up in Vernon at the Cammy LaFleur Street and Outreach Clinic. The team is excited about this event, and would love your help spreading the word. Event Details: 📍 Cammy LaFleur Clinic Courtyard @ 2800 33rd street Vernon BC 📅 Thursday, July 31st, 2025. (closest we could accommodate… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Changemark is announcing the launch of a program to provide no-cost proposal and grant writing services to non-profit, community based, organizations offering harm reduction services in the area of substance use. Non-profit, community-based organizations offering harm reduction substance use-related services are invited to apply. Eligible organizations are community-led, driven by lived and/or living experience and… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, June 26th, 2025
Substance Use News provides a monthly collection of news and resources on the social, medical and political responses to the toxic drug supply crisis and harm reduction. To get the latest toxic drug safety alerts, visit Info for People Who Use Substances page from Toward the Heart. Get weekly substance use news by subscribing to our newsletter: scroll… Read more »
Posted On: Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
June 17, 2025 The Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, P.C., M.P. Minister of Public Safety House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, P.C., M.P. Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship House of Commons Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 RE: The Strong Borders Act and its Harm to People Living with HIV and Other Marginalized… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, June 12th, 2025
We look forward to welcoming you to Taking Action on Hepatitis. July 23, 2025. 8:30 – 12 Noon Pacific time. World Hepatitis Day (WHD) is an annual day of recognition, education, and advocacy on July 28th. Let’s break it down is the theme of this year’s WHD: “Let’s break down the barriers holding us back… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, June 12th, 2025
Via VPWAS: We are pleased to share an update on the changes at VPWAS. Peer Navigation in Victoria, Vancouver Island and the Southern Gulf will remain in place. Peer Navigation and support will still be provided by Penny ([email protected]) and Numa ([email protected]). Please continue to reach out and connect with Penny and Numa. However, we… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, May 26th, 2025
On May 9, 2025, the Government of British Columbia proclaimed the first-ever Viral Hepatitis Elimination Day, marking a step in the province’s commitment to eradicating viral hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030. This initiative underscores the province’s pledge to improving public health outcomes and addressing the challenges posed by viral hepatitis. Understanding Viral Hepatitis… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, May 26th, 2025
Substance Use News provides a monthly collection of news and resources on the social, medical and political responses to the toxic drug supply crisis and harm reduction. To get the latest toxic drug safety alerts, visit Info for People Who Use Substances page from Toward the Heart. Get weekly substance use news by subscribing to our newsletter: scroll… Read more »
Posted On: Friday, May 9th, 2025
Circulated on request of the BCCDC Project Summary The UBC Reproductive Infectious Diseases Team is working on sharing information about the rising rates of syphilis in pregnancy in British Columbia as part of a provincial prevention and response strategy. In partnership with the BCCDC, the team is hosting small focus groups to gain a… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, May 8th, 2025
via CBRC: We are excited to announce that we are now accepting proposals for Summit 2025, taking place November 20-22, 2025 in Montreal, QC. Each year, CBRC brings together diverse voices, impactful research, and innovative strategies to improve health outcomes for 2S/LGBTQIA+ communities. Whether your work is in community health promotion, research, or grassroots advocacy,… Read more »
Posted On: Thursday, May 8th, 2025
In anticipation of the upcoming 4th Annual Canadian Viral Hepatitis Elimination Day, Action Hepatitis Canada (AHC) was joined by CanHepC, CanHepC, the Canadian Association for the Study of the Liver (CASL), and Liver Canada in Toronto, Ontario to publicly launch the most recent Progress Report. 2025 Report: Progress Toward Viral Hepatitis Elimination in… Read more »
Posted On: Monday, May 5th, 2025
Join folks at Ribbon Community on May 8! A community member will demonstrate how to cook a beloved recipe. Participants will get to taste the meal, and go home with the ingredients to try it at home. This event takes place in Vancouver. To RSVP, Call or text Hadiza: 236-688-6428 or email: [email protected]
