Information and resources on COVID-19
As you try to cope with #COVID19 we will work on providing resources and information that is critical for people who use drugs. Thank you to Interior Health in BC for sharing many of these resources.
The Canadian Drug Policy Coalition has a web page dedicated to COVID-19 resources, which is updated on an on-going basis. You can also sign up for their newsletter and find out who to donate to.
BCCDC COVID19 Vulnerable Populations: People who use substances - information for clients and service providers on prevention while using substances. Also included the latest on reducing overdose risk and overdose response in the context of COVID19.
BCCDC COVID 19 Vulnerable Populations: People who are unsheltered - information on protecting yourself and others when you are unsheltered.
BC Housing COVID19 page: posters, resources and a specific section for Homeless Service Providers.
Interior Health COVID19 page - One stop shop for COVID19 information in Interior Health
Health Canada: Guidance for providers of services for people experiencing homelessness: in the context of COVID-19
Maggie’s - Sex Work and COVID19 - Guidelines for Sex Workers, Third Parties and Allies This is an Ontario-based publication so information on services and processes to follow will not be the same here but information on protective guidelines is well-done and applicable here.
Outreach Guidelines During COVID-19: produced by the Manitoba Harm Reduction Network and partners. Practical tips to help outreach staff continue to do their important work.
Harm Reduction Coalition - Syringe Services and Harm Reduction Provider Operations During the COVID-19 Outbreak US-based publication but most of the information is applicable here. Information for clients on what COVID-19 is and how to protect yourself and others. Recommendations for service providers on how to deliver services and in the context of COVID-19.
Yale Program - Guidance for People Who Use Substances on COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) - US-based resource. Practical information for people who use drugs to protect themselves, and reduce risk and manage the potential of experiencing withdrawal.
Scottish Drugs Forum - Information on COVID-19 - The Guidance is not meant to replace local contingency planning but to aid further development with regard to meeting specific challenging issues that areas are likely to be faced over the coming months.