Substance Use Treatment & Recovery

For immediate help or support

If you are in a situation that involves immediate risk of harm to self or others, please call 911 or a crisis line.

Services & resources

Harm reduction services

Find out more about harm reduction for substance use, including preventing and responding to an opioid poisoning.

News & Events

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New substance use service at Royal Jubilee Hospital helps patients in crisis

Adults experiencing significant substance use challenges now have access to a new, dedicated inpatient service at Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH).

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Island Health researcher and survivor partner develop CPTSD resource

A new online resource is now available to help health‑care providers and trauma survivors across British Columbia deepen their understanding of complex post‑traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) and enhance trauma‑informed care.

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Holiday Health Guide for a joyful season

The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it can also bring about challenges—from changes in health care schedules to added emotional stress.

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