THE J HEALTHCARE INITIATIVE
The summary of the big problem
Key statistics that drive our mission and highlight the urgency of our work.
01
Toxic Drug Crisis
In Canada, there were 1,904 opioid toxicity deaths, averaging 21 deaths per day.
02
Lack of Access
Access to medically assisted treatment is under 5% in British Columbia. Most shelters do not offer Opioid Agonist Treatment options.
03
Accidental Death
90% of opioid-related deaths involved non-pharmaceutical opioids. Street-bought narcotics do not match users' expectations
Learn. Apply. Prevent Overdoses.
We host post-secondary interns across disciplines, offering project-based learning opportunities so emerging professionals can apply their academic knowledge to solving the overdose crisis.
Being Proactive is How We Make an Impact
Our comprehensive approach combines education, and community projects to create lasting change.
Project Sponsorship
We sponsor internship projects so students can learn and apply harm reduction in their professional careers. Projects include AI/ML model for media accountability and Toxic Cocktail Campaign
Check out our Publications
Joint Policy Brief to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Health
Our relentless efforts to persuade the parliament resulted in the policy consolidation for the codification of Section 56 exemption.
Opium: Beyond Prohibition, Embracing a Regulated and Responsible Approach
Spring 2024 Join us for a groundbreaking learning experience that challenges the status quo on opium.
Adulterants in the Unregulated and Toxic Drug Landscape
When drugs are prohibited, they become more valuable and profitable for criminal organizations to....
JHI in Numbers
20,000+
Project hours led by students, focused on substance use health promotion
55
Paid internship positions offered for college, health-equity seeking students, focused on innovating harm reduction strategies
7M+
Lives covered by consolidated substance use health frameworks informed by our policy work
You don't have to choose between advancing your career and serving your community. At The J Healthcare Initiative, we empower emerging professionals to build leadership skills by solving the overdose crisis at the local level
We Thank our Partners
