HIV/STBBI Resources
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The program offers information, support, and resources related to HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and care in the province of Manitoba.
Address: 705 Broadway Ave
Phone Number: 1-866-449-0165
Website: https://mbhiv.ca
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CATIE is a valuable source of information on HIV and STBBIs. They provide evidence-based resources, research, and educational materials to support healthcare professionals and individuals affected by HIV/STBBIs.
Address: 555 Richmond Street West (Located in Toronto)
Phone Number: 416-203-7122 or 1-800-263-1638
Website: https://www.catie.ca
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A program that focuses on harm reduction for individuals at risk of HIV/STBBIs. They offer services such as needle exchange, safer drug use supplies, and education on harm reduction practices.
Address: 496 Hargrave St.
Phone Number: 204−981−0742
Website: https://streetconnections.ca
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HIV Legal Network does work on legal and human rights issues related to HIV and AIDS. They provide legal resources and advocacy to address discrimination and stigma associated with HIV.
Address: 1240 Bay Street, Suite 600 (Located in Toronto)
Phone Number: +1 416 595-1666
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MHRA offers resources, training, and support to reduce the negative health and social consequences of substance use.
Address: 206- 83 Sherbrook St.
Phone Number: 204-783-6184
Website: https://mhrn.ca
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The Workplace Disclosure Decision Guide provides information on rights, responsibilities, and considerations for HIV disclosure.
Website: www.disclosureguide.realizecanada.org
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https://ninecircles.ca/programs-services/living-well-with-hiv/
Implemented through Nine Circles Community Health Centre in Winnipeg, MB. Potential funds up to 4 times a year for costs. Based at Nine Circles and is available to anyone living with HIV in Manitoba. Guidelines can be found here:
https://ninecircles.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/PHA-Fund-Guidelines.pdf
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The Manitoba HIV-STBBI Collective Impact Network works to address complex and prominent challenges related to HIV-STBBI’s by support collaborative efforts that lead to collective impact.
Website: https://cinetwork.ca
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CAAN has over 2 decades of history as an incorporated non-profit organization whose mandate has evolved from a primary HIV and AIDS focus to include STBBI’s, Hepatitis C, Tuberculosis, Harm Reduction, Mental Health, and Aging.
Website: https://caan.ca
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Waniska is an Indigenous-led centre for research on HIV, Hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) focused on Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
Website: https://waniskacentre.ca
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National Indigenous research centre focused on HIV/STBBI research and supporting scholars and students. Situated at McMaster University.
Address: Kenneth Taylor Hall (KTH), Room 333
1280 Main St West (Ontario)
Partner Resources
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Klinic offers comprehensive health services, including medical care, counseling, and education, with a commitment to fostering healthy and inclusive communities, guided by social justice values to ensure quality care, support, and respect for individuals of all backgrounds.
Address: 167 Sherbrook Street
Phone Number: (204) 784-4090
Website: https://klinic.mb.ca
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NorWest Co-op Community Health focuses on engaging the community in co-operative health and wellness. Their team provides services and programs in primary health care, community development, counselling/support services, and early learning and childcare.
Address: 785 Keewatin Street
Phone Number: (204) 938-5900
Website: https://norwestcoop.ca
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Mount Carmel is a community health centre, that works together with people, families, and communities to enhance lifelong health and wellbeing. They are committed to meeting people where they are at and providing them with the care they choose, on their own terms.
Address: 886 Main Street
Phone Number: (204) 582-2311
Website: https://www.mountcarmel.ca
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Ka Ni Kanichihk is an Indigenous led organization that provides education, training, and support to the community with the goal of increasing wellness and wholeness among Indigenous peoples.
Address: 101- 1065 Portage Ave
Phone Number: (204) 953-5820
Website: https://www.kanikanichihk.ca
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Women's Health in Women's Hands is a Community Health Centre for racialized women living in Toronto and surrounding municipalities. Their services are fully accessible and designed to address the barriers that prevent women from being in excellent health.
Address: 500- 2 Carlton Street (Toronto)
Phone Number: 416-593-7655
Website: https://www.whiwh.com
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Our Own Health Centre is a Winnipeg medical clinic which specializes in care for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Our Own Health Centre (OOHC) staff believe in holistic health care. In addition to Family Medicine, they offer sexual health care, mental health counseling, smoking/addiction programs, diabetes care, and financial counselling.
Address: 230 Osborne St.
Phone Number: (204) 691-1600
Website: https://www.ourownhealth.ca
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CBRC promotes the health of people of diverse sexualities and genders through community-based research, knowledge exchange, network building, leadership development, campaigns, and initiatives.
Address: 1007-808 Nelson St. (Vancouver)
Phone Number: (604) 568-7478
Website: https://www.cbrc.net
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Sunshine House is a community drop-in and resource centre focusing on harm reduction and social inclusion. They work to provide programming that fulfills people’s social, community, and recreational needs. Participants can come as they are and are not expected to be “clean” or sober.
Address: 992 Notre Dame Ave.
Phone Number: (204) 783-8565
Website: https://www.sunshinehousewpg.org
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All Nations Hope Network is comprised of Indigenous people, organizations and agencies, that respectfully strive to provide support and services to First Nations, Mètis and Inuit families who are experiencing HIV, AIDS and Hepatitis C.
Phone Number: (306) 924-8424
Website: https://allnationshope.ca
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Two-Spirited People of Manitoba is a community-based organization that focuses on helping 2Spirit & Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ holistically improve their circumstances. They currently do this by providing awareness workshops, advocating to prevent homo/trans phobia and other forms of discrimination, hosting community events, as well as collaborating and partnering with other organizations and initiatives to enhance their services.
Address: 301- 286 Smith Street
Website: https://twospiritmanitoba.ca
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Rainbow Resource Centre offers support to the 2SLGBTQ+ community in the form of counselling, education, and programming for individuals ranging from children through to 55+. It also supports families, friends, and employers of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.
Address: 545 Broadway St.
Phone Number: (204) 474-0212
Website: https://rainbowresourcecentre.org
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A community health centre that delivers comprehensive primary care, social support, education and prevention services with expertise in HIV, Hepatitis C and other sexually transmitted infections. Their main goal is to create healthier communities for Manitobans.
Address: 705 Broadway St.
Phone Number: (204) 940-6000
Website: https://ninecircles.ca
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2Spirit Consultants assist Indigenous and non-Indigenous people to understand Canada's colonial history and the measures undertaken over the past fifty-years to reconcile our collective past and build a better future for everyone.
Email: bizonred@gmail.com
Website: https://2spiritconsultants.ca
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A team of aunties and kookums to provide cultural support and access to traditional medicines, safer sex and harm reduction supplies, IPLH sharing circle, STBBI testing and much more.
Address: 765 Main St, Winnipeg MB
Phone Number: (204) 953-5820
Email: admin@kanikanichihk.ca
Website: https://goaskauntie.ca/
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Culturally based support and advocacy services for Indigenous women who have experienced sexual assault and sexual violence. The 12-week healing program, mindfulness drop-ins, sharing circles, strawberry talks, advocacy, traditional ceremonies, Elder support and counselling services, and information and referrals provided.
Phone: (204) 953-5820
Email: admin@kanikanichihk.ca
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Access 24/7 for free and confidential counselling support.
Phone Number: Call 204-786-8686 or 1-888-322-3019. TTY 204-784-4097.
Website: https://klinic.mb.ca/crisis-support/
Community Resources
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B.U.I.L.D is an Indigenous social enterprise non-profit contractor and a training program for people who face barriers to employment.
Address: 200-765 Main St.
Phone Number: (204) 943-5981
Website: https://buildinc.ca
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Harvest is a not-for-profit, community-based organization, dedicated to nourishing the community.
Address: 1085 Winnipeg Avenue
Phone Number: (204) 982-3663
Website: https://www.harvestmanitoba.ca
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The North Point Douglas Women's Centre is a community non-profit organization that provides a drop-in centre for women, men, and gender-diverse people that provides basic needs support, access to traditional medicine, opportunities to socialize, referrals, and crisis support.
Address: 221 Austin Street N
Phone Number: (204) 947-0321
Website: https://www.npdwc.org
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Acorn Family Place is multi-service that provides a broad range of programs and resources aimed at providing support, enhancing education, and fostering community.
Address: 202-222 Furby Street
Phone Number: 204-560-3141
Website: https://acornfamilyplace.ca
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NEWRC is a women’s resource centre offering services including drop-in resources/supplies (i.e., harm reduction, hygiene, menstrual, baby, etc), counselling, healing & wellness, settlement, outreach, CFS navigation, housing, and parenting & family support.
Address: 394 Selkirk Avenue
Phone Number: (204) 589-7347
Website: https://newcentre.org
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West Central Women’s Resource Centre empowers women and gender diverse people, and their community, to move from where they are to where they want to be, by providing responsive programming, facilitating knowledge sharing and connection, and contributing to culture shift and policy transformation.
Address: 640 Ellice Avenue
Phone Number: (204) 774-8975
Website: https://wcwrc.ca
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Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre is a strength and value-based family resource organization delivering community-based programs and services.
Address:
McGregor Community Care Site: 363 McGregor Street
Larsen Community Care Site: 575 Larsen Avenue
Phone Number: 204-925-0300
Website: https://www.mamawi.com
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The Spence Neighbourhood Association Inc. works with the people to revitalize and renew their community in the areas of Holistic Housing, Community Connecting, Community Economic Development, Environment and Open Spaces, and Youth & Families.
Address: 615 Ellice Avenue
Phone Number: (204) 783-5000
Website: https://spenceneighbourhood.org
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KIM supports health and wellness services for 23 First Nation communities in northern Manitoba with a focus on equitable care, addressing racism in the health care system, responsiveness to emerging needs, and filling gaps in the health care system. This is accomplished through advocacy, collaboration, and integration with the First Nation communities, and federal/provincial partners.
WINNIPEG OFFICE
102-1700 Ellice Avenue,
Winnipeg, MB R3H 0B1
THOMPSON OFFICE
206-55 Selkirk Avenue,
Thompson, MB R8N 0M5
HEAD OFFICE
Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation
Nelson House, MB R0B 1A0
Website: https://mkonation.com/health/kim/
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Sara Riel Inc. exists to provide community-based support to people who experience issues with mental illness or mental health challenges, including substance use. Counseling is available by phone.
24-Hour Peer Support: call 204-924-9276
Phone Number: 204-237-9263
Website: https://sarariel.ca
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CMHA Manitoba and Winnipeg provide mental health promotion and mental illness recovery-focused programs and services for people of all ages and their families. Counseling, education, rehabilitation, and other support services are available.
Phone: 204-982-6100, 204-775-6442 or Toll-Free: 1-888-395-2135
Website: https://mbwpg.cmha.ca
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Action Canada for Sexual Health & Rights is a progressive, pro-choice charitable organization committed to advancing and upholding sexual and reproductive health and rights in Canada and globally.
The Access Line is a 7-day a week toll free confidential phone and text line available for questions about sexual health, pregnancy options, abortions, and safer sex. Information and referral to sexual health providers.
Phone Number: Call 1-888-642-2725 or text 613-800-6757
Email: access@actioncanadashr.org
Website: https://www.actioncanadashr.org
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The Hope for Wellness Helpline is available to all Indigenous people across Canada. Experienced and culturally competent counsellors are reachable by telephone and online ‘chat’ 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Counselling available in English and French - upon request, in Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktut.
Phone Number: 1-855-242-3310
Website: https://www.hopeforwellness.ca
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Talking Stick is an anonymous destination for Indigenous people, to connect with Indigenous Peer Advocates. It’s a safe place to have confidential, judgement-free chats with someone who understands your language and your culture.
Available on Google Play (Anderoid) and the Apple App Store (iPhone).
More Info: https://cdn.talkingstick.app/TalkingStick-TRIFOLD-ONLINE.pdf
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AHWC is a Winnipeg’s only Indigenous Community Health Agency (CHA) that is designed to meet the needs of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Peoples (First Nations (status & non-status), Metis, Inuit, 2SLGBTQQ+). The Centre and its 12 programs is committed to offering a continuum of holistic and contemporary healing services. AHWC is governed by Indigenous Peoples for Indigenous Peoples.
Address: 181 Higgins Avenue
Phone Number: 204-925-3700
Website: https://ahwc.ca
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You can call this 24-hour domestic violence information/crisis line to discuss options and get information about services available in your area. For those not in immediate danger.
Phone Number: 1-877-977-0007
Website: https://www.gov.mb.ca/stoptheviolence/know_someone.html
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Primary goal to assist First Nations people with transitioning into an urban center and to assist with accessing the appropriate resources to become independent.
Address: 275 Portage Avenue in Winnipeg Manitoba
Phone Number: 204-954-3050
Website: https://eagleutc.com
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Helps to find a team of healthcare professionals (including family doctors and/or nurse practitioners) to provide you with a base for your health care needs.
Phone Number: 204-786-7111 or 1-866-690-8260
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Free counselling for anyone who lives on a Manitoba farm or in rural or Northern communities. Access Mon-Fri 10am to 9pm.
Phone Number: 1-866-367-3276
Website: https://supportline.ca
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For those struggling with suicidal thoughts or feelings, concerned for someone, or impacted by a suicide loss or attempt. Access 24/7.
Phone Number: 1-877-435-7170
Website: https://reasontolive.ca
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Helps vulnerable Metis citizens and others at risk of homelessness.
Phone Number: 204-586-8474
Address: 550 Selkirk Avenue in Winnipeg Manitoba
Website: https://www.mmf.mb.ca
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A non-profit organization that exists to help Inuit with any situation.
Address: 818 Sargeant Avenue in Winnipeg Manitoba
Phone Number: 204-416-8910
Website: https://tunngasugit.ca/
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ACOMI aims at a vibrant, engaged and sustainable African Canadian presence across Manitoba, contributing to a culturally rich and economically prosperous, socially inclusive society.
Address: 101-421 Kennedy Street
Phone Number: 204-221-6696
Email: info@acomi.ca
Website: https://africancommunities.ca/
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IRCOM strives to empower newcomer families to integrate into the wider community through affordable transitional housing, programs, and services
IRCOM Ellen Address: 95 Ellen Street
IRCOM Isabel Address: 215 Isabel Street
IRCOM Learning Centre Address: 357 Bannatyne Avenue
Phone: (204) 943-8765
Email: info@ircom.ca
Website: https://ircom.ca/
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The Afro-Caribbean Association of Manitoba (ACAM) is consistently and extensively involved in Manitoba’s Black communities. Over the years, ACAM has changed in many ways but has remained committed to the goal of promoting and developing a sense of unity and community spirit among Black peoples.
Address: 259 Watt Street
Phone: (204) 667-6919
Email: afro_car@msn.com
Website: https://www.afrocaribbean.org/
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The RAAM clinic is an easy to access walk-in clinic that people can visit to get help for substance use without an appointment or formal referrals.
Aboriginal Health and Wellness RAAM
Address: 181 Higgins Avenue (2nd Floor – elevator accessible)
Phone: 204-560-7927
The list of remaining clinics can be found at this link: https://sharedhealthmb.ca/services/mental-health/raam-clinic/
Mental Health Resources
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Call or text: 988
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Toll free: 1-877-435-7170
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Phone: (204) 786-8686
Toll free: 1-888-322-3019
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204-940-1781
Centre: 817 Bannatyne Ave
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204-949-4777 or 1-888-383-2776
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TTY 204-784-4097
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Support available in Cree, Ojibway, Inuktitut, English, and French
1-855-242-3310
For live chat visit: hopeforwellness.ca
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Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
1-855-662-6605
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All operators are transgender
1-877-330-6366
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1-833-456-4566 (24/7)
Text: 45645 (text service available 3 PM - 11 PM)
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