INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES
(2597,26,'2025-03-31 07:54:51','2025-03-31 11:54:51','[av_slideshow_full size=\'entry_without_sidebar\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m461oko2\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2320\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'Resources \' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m461oj4c\' sc_version=\'1.0\' video_autoplay=\'\' video_controls=\'\' video_mute=\'\' video_loop=\'\' overlay_enable=\'\']\r\nInformation about Sanguen and the community\r\n[/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8whfx0v\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3></h3>\r\n<h3></h3>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Kitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site will close on March 31, 2025</strong></span></h2>\r\nKitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site will close on March 31, 2025, leaving a critical gap in harm reduction and overdose prevention services. Sanguen remains committed to supporting those affected—learn more about our plans and the community impact <strong><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/closure-of-kitcheners-consumption-and-treatment-services-cts-site/\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a></strong>.\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m460hv82\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3></h3>\r\n<h3></h3>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Loss of Harm Reduction Programs in Ontario</strong></h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Provincial government has recently announced the decision to close supervised consumption sites throughout Ontario including the Consumption and Treatment Services site in Kitchener. Supervised consumption sites save lives by providing harm reduction supports </span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and are backed by a robust base of evidence. The closure of the Kitchener CTS site will </span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">result in widespread harms, including increased preventable deaths of community </span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">members. Many supporters have come forward with questions and offers to help. We will keep this page updated with any information or decisions that are available. </span>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-5gtbb3\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3iaqf3\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">What is Harm Reduction?</h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harm reduction can refer to a range of activities, including programs and policies, that aim to reduce the potentially adverse health, social and economic consequences of substance use, without requiring abstinence from substances. </span>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bkpk08\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_toggle title=\'What is Harm Reduction? \' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2s137j\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Inherent in the harm reduction approach is a way of working with people that “meets people where they are at” in a client-centered, non-judgmental, pragmatic way, regardless of whether they are using substances or not.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the context of the drug poisoning and policy crisis that has created an increasingly unpredictable and sometimes toxic supply, harm reduction is intended to reduce the likelihood of accidental overdoses, emergency service calls, and even deaths - keeping people informed means keeping people alive.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Harm Reduction Resources:</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://ontario.cmha.ca/harm-reduction/#:~:text=Harm%20Reduction%20is%20an%20evidence,substances%20from%20abstaining%20or%20stopping.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMHA</span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n</span></a><a href=\"https://ohrn.org/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ontario Harm Reduction Network</span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n</span></a><a href=\"https://drugpolicy.ca/our-work/issues/harm-reduction/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian Drug Policy Coalition</span></a>\r\n[/av_toggle]\r\n[/av_toggle_container]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2mqrg2\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4blb3pq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Overdose Prevention in Waterloo Region</h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overdose continues to be a concern in Waterloo Region, and across Canada. If you are using drugs or caring for someone who is using drugs, the following links provide information on preventing overdose:</span>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-1emxu\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_toggle title=\'How to reduce the risk of an overdose\' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-1yg28y\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use with someone else and take turns spotting for each other. A buddy system is safer than using alone.</span></li>\r\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a supervised consumption service. </span><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/consumption-and-treatment-services/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Kitchener CTS</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at 150 Duke Street operates everyday from 9am - 9pm. </span></li>\r\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you must use alone, have a safety plan. Get someone to check on you either by phone or in person. Before you use alone, call the National Overdose Prevention Line at 1-888-688-NORS (6677). </span></li>\r\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider your supply. Ask others about what they are experiencing with the same drug or batch. You can also have your </span><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/drug-checking-program/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drugs checked</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the Kitchener CTS. </span></li>\r\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch for drug alerts on Sanguen’s social media accounts or through the </span><a href=\"https://www.waterlooregiondrugstrategy.ca/Modules/News/Search.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug alert system</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as part of the Waterloo Region Integrated Drug Strategy. </span></li>\r\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start with a small amount.</span></li>\r\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mixing substances, including alcohol, increases risk of overdose.</span></li>\r\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get naloxone. I</span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">njectable and nasal spray naloxone is available </span><b>free</b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at select pharmacies. Check the </span><a href=\"https://www.ontario.ca/page/where-get-free-naloxone-kit\"><b>Naloxone Kit Finder</b></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to search for pharmacies in your area.</span></li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/av_toggle]\r\n[/av_toggle_container]\r\n\r\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bl1yvz\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_toggle title=\'Know the Signs of Overdose\' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bl1wxz\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">The following signs may indicate that a person you are with is experiencing an overdose:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Can’t wake the person up</li>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Breathing is very slow, erratic or has stopped</li>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Deep snoring or gurgling sounds</li>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Fingernails or lips are blue or purple</li>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Body is very limp</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nDownload the signs of opioid overdose infographic from Toronto Public Health <a href=\"https://www.toronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/9554-Signs-of-Opioid-overdose.pdf\">here</a>.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/av_toggle]\r\n[/av_toggle_container]\r\n\r\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bl798n\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_toggle title=\'5 Steps to Overdose Response\' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bl64zd\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n<ol>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Shout and Shake: shout their name and shake their shoulders.</li>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Call 911: If the person is unresponsive, call 911 immediately. If you’re worried about being in trouble, learn more about the <a href=\"https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/s01002\">Good Samaritan Act</a>.</li>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Administer Naloxone: 1 spray into the person’s nostril and/or 1 ampoule into the person’s arm or leg.</li>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Start CPR: Do chest compressions and/or rescue breathing.</li>\r\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Assess if it’s working: If there is no improvement in 2 – 3 minutes, repeat steps 3 &amp; 4.</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n[/av_toggle]\r\n[/av_toggle_container]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2dx49e\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m460qxy4\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Information and Resources to Help and Support Harm Reduction</h3>\r\n<h4>Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hubs</h4>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4gyc6ao\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_toggle title=\'Announcement regarding closure of CTS locations and funding\' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4gyc4rh\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ministry of Health Announcement regarding closure of CTS locations and funding for HART Hubs - </span><a href=\"https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1004955/ontario-protecting-communities-and-supporting-addiction-recovery-with-new-treatment-hubs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1004955/ontario-protecting-communities-and-supporting-addiction-recovery-with-new-treatment-hubs</span></a>\r\n[/av_toggle]\r\n[/av_toggle_container]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4gycsnh\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h4>Letters to support Harm Reduction:</h4>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4guf7rn\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_toggle title=\'RNAO Action Alert \' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4gueiki\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask the </span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">premier to withdraw his plan to close SCSs and slash harm reduction services in Ontario.</span> <a href=\"https://rnao.ca/policy/action-alerts/withdraw-your-plan-to-close-supervised-consumption-sites-premier\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://rnao.ca/policy/action-alerts/withdraw-your-plan-to-close-supervised-consumption-sites-premier</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- How to find your MPP - </span><a href=\"https://www.ola.org/en/members/current\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.ola.org/en/members/current</span></a>\r\n[/av_toggle]\r\n[av_toggle title=\'Sample Letter Templates\' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4gueiki-1\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letter for concerned citizens of Waterloo Region-</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jupK4OYGtZR6PXORSayO9iTXJUkgXCcB/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jupK4OYGtZR6PXORSayO9iTXJUkgXCcB/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letter for CTS clients who also want to write their own content-</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y2DOYrDP9elX-06kBTLmNU57Cu-VofRu/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y2DOYrDP9elX-06kBTLmNU57Cu-VofRu/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letter for CTS clients to sign -</span>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vfyt91U3l_skU2xUSVE0xdx9Mf0poPF5/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vfyt91U3l_skU2xUSVE0xdx9Mf0poPF5/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true</span></a>\r\n[/av_toggle]\r\n[/av_toggle_container]\r\n\r\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4gvoach\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_toggle title=\'Statements regarding the loss of Harm Reduction programs\' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4gvo6ll\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- CAMH </span><a href=\"https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/camh-statement-supervised-consumption-sites-082024\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/camh-statement-supervised-consumption-sites-082024</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- CMHA </span><a href=\"https://ontario.cmha.ca/news/maintain-aspects-of-harm-reduction-as-part-of-hub-model-lessen-the-stigma-around-opioid-use/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://ontario.cmha.ca/news/maintain-aspects-of-harm-reduction-as-part-of-hub-model-lessen-the-stigma-around-opioid-use/</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- Alliance for Healthier Communities </span><a href=\"https://www.allianceon.org/news/Eliminating-access-vital-harm-reduction-care-and-programs-will-have-high-costs-Ontario-families\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.allianceon.org/news/Eliminating-access-vital-harm-reduction-care-and-programs-will-have-high-costs-Ontario-families</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- CPHA </span><a href=\"https://www.cpha.ca/dead-people-dont-need-recovery-beds-ontarios-closure-ten-supervised-consumption-facilities-will\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.cpha.ca/dead-people-dont-need-recovery-beds-ontarios-closure-ten-supervised-consumption-facilities-will</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- CATIE </span><a href=\"https://www.catie.ca/catie-calls-for-a-hold-on-closing-ontario-supervised-consumption-sites\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.catie.ca/catie-calls-for-a-hold-on-closing-ontario-supervised-consumption-sites</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WRIDS: </span><a href=\"https://www.waterlooregiondrugstrategy.ca/en/data-and-research/resources/Reports/WRIDS-CTS-Statement-Aug-21-2024.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.waterlooregiondrugstrategy.ca/en/data-and-research/resources/Reports/WRIDS-CTS-Statement-Aug-21-2024.pdf</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> </span>\r\n[/av_toggle]\r\n[/av_toggle_container]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2012mn\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4gvqcdg\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Other Resources</h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sanguen Health Centre and WRIDS on Harm Reduction (coming soon)</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions about Supervised Consumption Sites:</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CATIE </span><a href=\"https://www.catie.ca/sites/default/files/2024-08/CATIE-Frequently-Asked-Questions-Supervised-Consumption-Services.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.catie.ca/sites/default/files/2024-08/CATIE-Frequently-Asked-Questions-Supervised-Consumption-Services.pdf</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community Advocacy Groups  </span><a href=\"https://www.drugactionteam.ca/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.drugactionteam.ca/</span></a>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newsletter (coming soon)</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sign up for our monthly newsletter with updates about Sanguen Health Centre, Harm Reduction and other community impacts. </span>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'500\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-24ayr3\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']','Resources','','inherit','closed','closed','','2530-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 07:54:51','2025-03-31 11:54:51','',2530,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2597',0,'revision','',0),
(2598,26,'2025-03-31 08:00:15','2025-03-31 12:00:15','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfolxpk\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2009\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'News/Upcoming Events\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfokn5s\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-688qty\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-3krgjq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6uo56u\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8wgxny1\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2><b>Kitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site to close on March 31, 2025.</b></h2>\r\nKitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site will close on March 31, 2025, leaving a critical gap in harm reduction and overdose prevention services. Sanguen remains committed to supporting those affected—learn more about our plans and the community impact <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/closure-of-kitcheners-consumption-and-treatment-services-cts-site/\">here.</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-8gnrie\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-bs9bie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cir_sm-1.png\' attachment=\'2577\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-ae7u46\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-79zuau\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m7nlhkqw\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Sanguen 2024 <strong>Community Impact Report</strong></h1>\r\nAt Sanguen, we believe in meeting people where they are—providing compassionate, person-centered care rooted in harm reduction, advocacy, and a commitment to equity. For years, our programs have worked to bridge gaps in healthcare, harm reduction, and social services, ensuring that those most at risk receive the support they need.\r\n\r\nNow, for the first time, we are proud to share our <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong>—a reflection of the work, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped the past year. This report tells the story of Sanguen’s impact in Waterloo Region and Guelph/Wellington: from expanding life-saving overdose prevention initiatives and harm reduction education to strengthening outreach efforts through our Community Health Vans and peer-led programming.\r\n\r\nInside, you’ll find not only the numbers that define our reach but also the stories behind them—the individuals, partners, and frontline teams who make our work possible. With growing systemic challenges, policy shifts, and funding uncertainties, this report also serves as a call to action: to continue advocating for harm reduction, investing in solutions that work, and ensuring that healthcare remains accessible to all, no matter their circumstances.\r\n\r\nWe invite you to explore the <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong> and celebrate the resilience of our communities, the dedication of our staff, and the power of harm reduction in action. Together, we can build a future where no one is left behind.\r\n\r\n<strong>Read the full report <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/community-impact-report/\">here:</a></strong>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-65gfpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3mfh1i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-38c55i\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2bwnty\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m48yew35\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2><b>Sanguen Health Centre Responds to Passage of Bill 223 and Impending Closure of Kitchener CTS</b></h2>\r\nYesterday marked a devastating day for Ontario. Bill 223, which forces the closure of many supervised consumption sites across the province through changes to zoning laws, has passed through expedited measures , paving the way for the Kitchener CTS to shut down in March 2025. This decision, made through an undemocratic voice vote with no recorded accountability from elected officials, represents a tragic failure of leadership and an affront to the fundamental right to life protected under Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/sanguen-health-centre-responds-to-passage-of-bill-223-and-impending-closure-of-kitchener-cts/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-ac4ly\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9m5w3a\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-7pejfq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6hzm06\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-44kjue\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2><b>Letter addressing Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis.</b></h2>\r\nOn behalf of Sanguen Health Centre, we are writing to express our deep concerns regarding the proposed motion going forward on Tuesday November 5th - \"Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis” that would criminalize encampments and could mandate involuntary treatment for those arrested. While we recognize the challenges surrounding homelessness and substance use, we know from the evidence that this approach will not yield effective or humane solutions. Instead, it is likely to exacerbate harm and prevent meaningful or sustained recovery.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/letter-addressing-chronic-homelessness-mental-health-safety-and-addiction-crisis-motion/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2142mu\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-70x71i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-5uwf5y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-7u1aiu\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6aaova\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2><b>Hidden in Plain Sight: Women\'s Homelessness in Cambridge and Waterloo Region.</b></h2>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Our community is facing a quiet crisis. Women and gender-diverse individuals in Waterloo Region, particularly in Cambridge, are experiencing an escalating emergency due to a severe lack of adequate support and shelter. Despite compelling research and data, this issue remains under-discussed, and urgent action is needed from all levels of government to address the growing homelessness crisis among women.</p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The stark reality is that there are currently no women-specific emergency homeless shelters in the region, forcing many into dangerous and precarious living situations. Read our full letter to learn more about this critical issue and the immediate steps we urge our elected officials to take. <a href=\"https://www.wrcls.ca/social-justice-advocacy/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4awlpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2fzwra\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9rx5ie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-6x3dme\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-dn30m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2pgp9y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2><b>Letter in response to statements made by Mayor Cam Guthrie regarding open-air substance use in the City of Guelph.</b></h2>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\nWe are addressing <a href=\"https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1722872434357000&amp;usg=AOvVaw24_eyIzARjqKqO1j0Rc5tL\">recent statements by Mayor Cam Guthrie</a> regarding open-air drug use in Guelph. As organizations dedicated to supporting vulnerable members of our community, we believe it is crucial to respond to the points raised.\r\n\r\nOur letter emphasizes the importance of compassionate, informed, and coordinated responses to the national public health crisis of substance use and homelessness. We feel the need to highlight the harmful impact of stigmatizing language and advocate for evidence-based solutions and increased support for essential services.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/letter-in-response-to-statements-made-by-mayor-cam-guthrie-regarding-open-air-substance-use-in-the-city-of-guelph/\">Read the full letter and learn more about our call to action</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfoqs1t\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-c04o4m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lwjksbmv\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-5n67qe\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-etism\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2><b>Statement from Sanguen Health Centre regarding the decision to repeal the motion.</b></h2>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are aware of Councillor Hamilton’s decision to withdraw his motion regarding removing barriers for mobile health agencies like Sanguen to provide healthcare in the City of Cambridge. We understand and support this decision.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the motion went public, it has sparked many conversations about the ongoing need to provide this type of healthcare, while also engaging with existing relationships between community partners, the Region, and dedicated community members. We believe these conversations will lead to a solution, and the support of these partners has meant so much. Thank you to Councillor Hamilton for trying to help resolve this deadlocked situation, and for creating new conversations about how we can all proceed together to better our city, and Region.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/statement-from-sanguen-health-centre-regarding-the-decision-to-repeal-the-motion/\">Click here to read the full statement</a> </span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-33mth2\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_section min_height=\'\' min_height_pc=\'25\' min_height_px=\'500px\' padding=\'default\' custom_margin=\'0px\' custom_margin_sync=\'true\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' color=\'main_color\' background=\'bg_color\' custom_bg=\'#46d6aa\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' attach=\'scroll\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' video=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' shadow=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border_diagonal_color=\'#333333\' bottom_border_diagonal_direction=\'\' bottom_border_style=\'\' custom_arrow_bg=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lhfpcqj9\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'custom\' color=\'#ffffff\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfp8ich\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Sanguen Monthly Newsletter - Coming Soon!</h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_section]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4h6xva\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2tkt2e\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_one_third]','News & Events','','inherit','closed','closed','','2006-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 08:00:15','2025-03-31 12:00:15','',2006,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2598',0,'revision','',0),
(2600,26,'2025-03-31 08:55:58','2025-03-31 12:55:58','','Apr25-Drop-In-Volunteer-Calendar','','inherit','open','closed','','apr25-drop-in-volunteer-calendar','','','2025-03-31 08:55:58','2025-03-31 12:55:58','',207,'https://sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Apr25-Drop-In-Volunteer-Calendar.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),
(2601,26,'2025-03-31 08:58:00','2025-03-31 12:58:00','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzr9zua\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'210\' video=\'http://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' title=\'Support Programs at Sanguen\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'26\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-au2lj\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6sk67\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzrbp1m\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Support Groups &amp; Community/Volunteer Engagement</h2>\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">April\'25 Drop In Volunteer Calendar</h3>\r\n[pdf-embedder url=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Apr25-Drop-In-Volunteer-Calendar.pdf\"]\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_one_full][av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-1pltzb\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2a2j76\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h4>Including:</h4>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_iconlist position=\'left\' iconlist_styling=\'\' animation=\'\' custom_title_size=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' color=\'custom\' custom_bg=\'#11abd6\' custom_font=\'\' custom_border=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-1l3h2n\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Substance Use\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-wb2j3\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Mental Health\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-thchr\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Trauma\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-kquqf\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Relationships\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-fxxfb\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[/av_iconlist]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-lh2a7j7v-2\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-yzy6n\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2a2wy0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h4>In addition, we provide:</h4>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_iconlist position=\'left\' iconlist_styling=\'\' animation=\'\' custom_title_size=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' color=\'custom\' custom_bg=\'#11abd6\' custom_font=\'\' custom_border=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2a0ozs\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Advocacy\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-qkjcf\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Crisis Counselling\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-mqfw7\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Assistance Navigating The OW/ODSP System\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-cjzrj\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Referrals\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-ai7wf\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[/av_iconlist]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-lh2a7j7v\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2a2wy0-3\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<p align=\"center\"><strong>If you are interested in accessing the support program, please contact our office</strong>.</p>\r\n[/av_textblock]','Support Programs','','inherit','closed','closed','','207-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 08:58:00','2025-03-31 12:58:00','',207,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2601',0,'revision','',0),
(2602,26,'2025-03-31 09:45:12','2025-03-31 13:45:12','[av_notification title=\'\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue81f\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' close_btn=\'custom_cookie\' cookie_lifetime=\'21\' size=\'normal\' color=\'red\' custom_bg=\'#444444\' gradient_bg_direction=\'vertical\' gradient_bg_1=\'#000000\' gradient_bg_2=\'#ffffff\' gradient_bg_3=\'\' custom_font=\'#ffffff\' nb_border=\'\' nb_border_width=\'\' nb_border_width_sync=\'true\' nb_border_color=\'\' border=\'\' border_radius=\'\' border_radius_sync=\'true\' box_shadow=\'\' box_shadow_style=\'0px,0px,0px,0px\' box_shadow_color=\'\' sonar_effect_effect=\'\' sonar_effect_color=\'\' sonar_effect_duration=\'1\' sonar_effect_scale=\'\' sonar_effect_opac=\'0.5\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m5cxtqey\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/resources/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site closed April 1, 2025. Information and impacts of Bill 223 on CTS</a>\r\n[/av_notification]\r\n\r\n[av_slideshow_full perma_caption=\'aviaTBperma_caption\' size=\'entry_without_sidebar\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'confirm_all\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkspreg8\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2521\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'Sanguen Health Center \' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom\' custom_title_size=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4gq42db\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\nSupporting people living in at-risk communities with compassionate support and information to help with making informed choices about their lives and health.\r\n[/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jksq7wo6\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2></h2>\r\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Every Life Has Value</h1>\r\nSanguen Health Centre, a Ministry of Health funded agency specializing in Hepatitis C, as well as in providing comprehensive support to individuals facing significant marginalization due to substance use, mental health issues, homelessness, and chronic poverty.\r\n\r\nLed by Dr. Chris Steingart, our diverse team offers specialized nursing care for Hepatitis C, medical treatment, primary care, peer support, coordination, and outreach services.\r\n\r\nWith a focus on person-centered care, we tailor service plans to meet each individual\'s unique needs and desires for support. At Sanguen Health Centre, we operate under the guiding principle: <em>Harm Reduction. </em>Recognizing the inherent value in all people and in every life.\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-jksrcger\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'short\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-1nmgj\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jksq7wo6-7\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Our Partners</h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_partner heading=\'\' type=\'slider\' navigation=\'arrows\' columns=\'6\' size=\'no scaling\' img_size_behave=\'\' border=\'\' img_border=\'\' img_border_width=\'\' img_border_width_sync=\'true\' img_border_color=\'\' border_radius=\'\' border_radius_sync=\'true\' box_shadow=\'\' box_shadow_style=\'0px,0px,0px,0px\' box_shadow_color=\'\' padding=\'\' padding_sync=\'true\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' animation=\'slide\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' el_id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jksr9eke\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'1277\' hover=\'\' link=\'manually,https://www.telus.com/en/social-impact/innovating-healthcare/health-for-good\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'_blank\' av_uid=\'av-tbsn\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'26\' av_uid=\'av-2mcx7\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'24\' av_uid=\'av-3pgk7\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'27\' av_uid=\'av-7t3r\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'28\' av_uid=\'av-1hkhb\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'616\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2n7xv\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'22\' av_uid=\'av-58xmn\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'21\' av_uid=\'av-5ho23\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'29\' av_uid=\'av-wjuf\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'25\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2bmqf\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'617\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' av_uid=\'av-1lnxn\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'618\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' linktitle=\'\' link_target=\'\' av_uid=\'av-ogn3\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_partner_logo id=\'2325\' hover=\'\' link=\'\' link_target=\'\' linktitle=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lvl1pvqo\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[/av_partner]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' height=\'30\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-l8ypjvau-3\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']','Homepage','','inherit','closed','closed','','11-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 09:45:12','2025-03-31 13:45:12','',11,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2602',0,'revision','',0),
(2603,26,'2025-03-31 12:49:33','2025-03-31 16:49:33','[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6tm06z\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-5kwzt7\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3t2om3\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2fymx7\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8xau8sg\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Ontario judge grants 30-day injunction for safe consumption sites, but site closure remains imminent</h1>\r\nAs of <strong>April 1, 2025</strong>, Sanguen’s <strong>Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site in Kitchener will be closing</strong> due to the enactment of <strong>Bill 223</strong>, which resulted in the loss of provincial funding for all CTS sites, including ours. Additionally, our exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), which legally permits supervised consumption services, expires on this date. Without this exemption and necessary funding, we are unable to continue operations in their current format despite the temporary injunction.\r\n\r\nWe find the judge\'s acknowledgment of the potential harm caused by these closures hopeful. However, the situation is complex. The absence of provincial funding and the expiration of our CDSA exemption present significant barriers to maintaining services.\r\n\r\nSanguen remains <strong>absolutely committed</strong> to re-establishing fully funded and legally exempt supervised consumption facilities in our community. These services are integral to harm reduction efforts aimed at mitigating overdose risks and are a fundamental component of the healthcare we believe everyone is entitled to. While we would reopen immediately if we had the necessary exemption, facility, and funding, we will continue working diligently to restore these critical services, should the legal challenge ultimately prove successful.\r\n\r\nIn the interim, Sanguen remains steadfast in our dedication to harm reduction and community support. We will persist in providing outreach, primary care, peer support, and overdose prevention training to those in need.\r\n\r\nFor updates on available services and our ongoing efforts, please visit <a href=\"http://sanguen.com\">www.sanguen.com</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_one_full]','Ontario judge grants injunction to keep safe consumption sites open for 30 days','','publish','closed','closed','','ontario-judge-grants-injunction-to-keep-safe-consumption-sites-open-for-30-more-days','','','2025-03-31 14:41:12','2025-03-31 18:41:12','',0,'https://sanguen.com/?page_id=2603',0,'page','',0),
(2604,26,'2025-03-31 12:49:33','2025-03-31 16:49:33','[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8xau8sg\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Media Statement - March 30, 2025</h1>\r\nAs of <strong>April 1, 2025</strong>, Sanguen’s <strong>Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site in Kitchener will be closing</strong> due to the enactment of <strong>Bill 223</strong>, which resulted in the loss of provincial funding for all CTS sites, including ours. Additionally, our exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), which legally permits supervised consumption services, expires on this date. Without this exemption and necessary funding, we are unable to continue operations in their current format despite the temporary injunction.\r\n\r\nWe find the judge\'s acknowledgment of the potential harm caused by these closures hopeful. However, the situation is complex. The absence of provincial funding and the expiration of our CDSA exemption present significant barriers to maintaining services.\r\n\r\nSanguen remains <strong>absolutely committed</strong> to re-establishing fully funded and legally exempt supervised consumption facilities in our community. These services are integral to harm reduction efforts aimed at mitigating overdose risks and are a fundamental component of the healthcare we believe everyone is entitled to. While we would reopen immediately if we had the necessary exemption, facility, and funding, we will continue working diligently to restore these critical services, should the legal challenge ultimately prove successful.\r\n\r\nIn the interim, Sanguen remains steadfast in our dedication to harm reduction and community support. We will persist in providing outreach, primary care, peer support, and overdose prevention training to those in need.\r\n\r\nFor updates on available services and our ongoing efforts, please visit <a href=\"http://sanguen.com\">www.sanguen.com</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_one_full]','Ontario judge grants injunction to keep safe consumption sites open for 30 more days','','inherit','closed','closed','','2603-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 12:49:33','2025-03-31 16:49:33','',2603,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2604',0,'revision','',0),
(2605,26,'2025-03-31 12:58:51','2025-03-31 16:58:51','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfolxpk\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2009\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'News/Upcoming Events\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfokn5s\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6uo56u\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8wgxny1\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Ontario judge grants injunction to keep safe consumption sites open for 30 days</h1>\r\nKitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site will close on March 31, 2025, leaving a critical gap in harm reduction and overdose prevention services. Sanguen remains committed to supporting those affected—learn more about our plans and the community impact <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/ontario-judge-grants-injunction-to-keep-safe-consumption-sites-open-for-30-more-days/\">here.</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-8gnrie\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8xbb4q2\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Kitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site to close on March 31, 2025.</h1>\r\nKitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site will close on March 31, 2025, leaving a critical gap in harm reduction and overdose prevention services. Sanguen remains committed to supporting those affected—learn more about our plans and the community impact <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/closure-of-kitcheners-consumption-and-treatment-services-cts-site/\">here.</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-bs9bie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cir_sm-1.png\' attachment=\'2577\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-ae7u46\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-79zuau\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m7nlhkqw\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Sanguen 2024 <strong>Community Impact Report</strong></h1>\r\nAt Sanguen, we believe in meeting people where they are—providing compassionate, person-centered care rooted in harm reduction, advocacy, and a commitment to equity. For years, our programs have worked to bridge gaps in healthcare, harm reduction, and social services, ensuring that those most at risk receive the support they need.\r\n\r\nNow, for the first time, we are proud to share our <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong>—a reflection of the work, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped the past year. This report tells the story of Sanguen’s impact in Waterloo Region and Guelph/Wellington: from expanding life-saving overdose prevention initiatives and harm reduction education to strengthening outreach efforts through our Community Health Vans and peer-led programming.\r\n\r\nInside, you’ll find not only the numbers that define our reach but also the stories behind them—the individuals, partners, and frontline teams who make our work possible. With growing systemic challenges, policy shifts, and funding uncertainties, this report also serves as a call to action: to continue advocating for harm reduction, investing in solutions that work, and ensuring that healthcare remains accessible to all, no matter their circumstances.\r\n\r\nWe invite you to explore the <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong> and celebrate the resilience of our communities, the dedication of our staff, and the power of harm reduction in action. Together, we can build a future where no one is left behind.\r\n\r\n<strong>Read the full report <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/community-impact-report/\">here:</a></strong>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-65gfpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3mfh1i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-38c55i\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2bwnty\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m48yew35\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Sanguen Health Centre Responds to Passage of Bill 223 and Impending Closure of Kitchener CTS</h1>\r\nYesterday marked a devastating day for Ontario. Bill 223, which forces the closure of many supervised consumption sites across the province through changes to zoning laws, has passed through expedited measures , paving the way for the Kitchener CTS to shut down in March 2025. This decision, made through an undemocratic voice vote with no recorded accountability from elected officials, represents a tragic failure of leadership and an affront to the fundamental right to life protected under Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/sanguen-health-centre-responds-to-passage-of-bill-223-and-impending-closure-of-kitchener-cts/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-ac4ly\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9m5w3a\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-7pejfq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6hzm06\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-44kjue\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Letter addressing Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis.</h1>\r\nOn behalf of Sanguen Health Centre, we are writing to express our deep concerns regarding the proposed motion going forward on Tuesday November 5th - \"Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis” that would criminalize encampments and could mandate involuntary treatment for those arrested. While we recognize the challenges surrounding homelessness and substance use, we know from the evidence that this approach will not yield effective or humane solutions. Instead, it is likely to exacerbate harm and prevent meaningful or sustained recovery.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/letter-addressing-chronic-homelessness-mental-health-safety-and-addiction-crisis-motion/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2142mu\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-70x71i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-5uwf5y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-7u1aiu\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6aaova\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Hidden in Plain Sight: Women\'s Homelessness in Cambridge and Waterloo Region.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Our community is facing a quiet crisis. Women and gender-diverse individuals in Waterloo Region, particularly in Cambridge, are experiencing an escalating emergency due to a severe lack of adequate support and shelter. Despite compelling research and data, this issue remains under-discussed, and urgent action is needed from all levels of government to address the growing homelessness crisis among women.</p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The stark reality is that there are currently no women-specific emergency homeless shelters in the region, forcing many into dangerous and precarious living situations. Read our full letter to learn more about this critical issue and the immediate steps we urge our elected officials to take. <a href=\"https://www.wrcls.ca/social-justice-advocacy/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4awlpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2fzwra\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9rx5ie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-6x3dme\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-dn30m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2pgp9y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Letter in response to statements made by Mayor Cam Guthrie regarding open-air substance use in the City of Guelph.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\nWe are addressing <a href=\"https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1722872434357000&amp;usg=AOvVaw24_eyIzARjqKqO1j0Rc5tL\">recent statements by Mayor Cam Guthrie</a> regarding open-air drug use in Guelph. As organizations dedicated to supporting vulnerable members of our community, we believe it is crucial to respond to the points raised.\r\n\r\nOur letter emphasizes the importance of compassionate, informed, and coordinated responses to the national public health crisis of substance use and homelessness. We feel the need to highlight the harmful impact of stigmatizing language and advocate for evidence-based solutions and increased support for essential services.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/letter-in-response-to-statements-made-by-mayor-cam-guthrie-regarding-open-air-substance-use-in-the-city-of-guelph/\">Read the full letter and learn more about our call to action</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfoqs1t\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-c04o4m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lwjksbmv\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-5n67qe\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-etism\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Statement from Sanguen Health Centre regarding the decision to repeal the motion.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are aware of Councillor Hamilton’s decision to withdraw his motion regarding removing barriers for mobile health agencies like Sanguen to provide healthcare in the City of Cambridge. We understand and support this decision.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the motion went public, it has sparked many conversations about the ongoing need to provide this type of healthcare, while also engaging with existing relationships between community partners, the Region, and dedicated community members. We believe these conversations will lead to a solution, and the support of these partners has meant so much. Thank you to Councillor Hamilton for trying to help resolve this deadlocked situation, and for creating new conversations about how we can all proceed together to better our city, and Region.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/statement-from-sanguen-health-centre-regarding-the-decision-to-repeal-the-motion/\">Click here to read the full statement</a> </span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-33mth2\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_section min_height=\'\' min_height_pc=\'25\' min_height_px=\'500px\' padding=\'default\' custom_margin=\'0px\' custom_margin_sync=\'true\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' color=\'main_color\' background=\'bg_color\' custom_bg=\'#46d6aa\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' attach=\'scroll\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' video=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' shadow=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border_diagonal_color=\'#333333\' bottom_border_diagonal_direction=\'\' bottom_border_style=\'\' custom_arrow_bg=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lhfpcqj9\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[/av_section][av_two_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4h6xva\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2tkt2e\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_one_third]','News & Events','','inherit','closed','closed','','2006-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 12:58:51','2025-03-31 16:58:51','',2006,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2605',0,'revision','',0),
(2606,26,'2025-03-31 13:05:12','2025-03-31 17:05:12','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfolxpk\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2009\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'News/Upcoming Events\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfokn5s\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-azoara\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-9to612\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6uo56u\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8wgxny1\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Ontario judge grants injunction to keep safe consumption sites open for 30 days</h1>\r\nAs of April 1, 2025, Sanguen’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site in Kitchener will be closing due to the enactment of Bill 223, which resulted in the loss of provincial funding for all CTS sites, including ours. Additionally, our exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), which legally permits supervised consumption services, expires on this date. Without this exemption and necessary funding, we are unable to continue operations in their current format despite the temporary injunction. <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/ontario-judge-grants-injunction-to-keep-safe-consumption-sites-open-for-30-more-days/\">Read more here.</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-8gnrie\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-t1s5i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-6kzmw6\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4lb1nq\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8xbb4q2\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Kitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site to close on March 31, 2025.</h1>\r\nKitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site will close on March 31, 2025, leaving a critical gap in harm reduction and overdose prevention services. Sanguen remains committed to supporting those affected—learn more about our plans and the community impact <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/closure-of-kitcheners-consumption-and-treatment-services-cts-site/\">here.</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2q1pg6\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-bs9bie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cir_sm-1.png\' attachment=\'2577\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-ae7u46\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-79zuau\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m7nlhkqw\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Sanguen 2024 <strong>Community Impact Report</strong></h1>\r\nAt Sanguen, we believe in meeting people where they are—providing compassionate, person-centered care rooted in harm reduction, advocacy, and a commitment to equity. For years, our programs have worked to bridge gaps in healthcare, harm reduction, and social services, ensuring that those most at risk receive the support they need.\r\n\r\nNow, for the first time, we are proud to share our <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong>—a reflection of the work, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped the past year. This report tells the story of Sanguen’s impact in Waterloo Region and Guelph/Wellington: from expanding life-saving overdose prevention initiatives and harm reduction education to strengthening outreach efforts through our Community Health Vans and peer-led programming.\r\n\r\nInside, you’ll find not only the numbers that define our reach but also the stories behind them—the individuals, partners, and frontline teams who make our work possible. With growing systemic challenges, policy shifts, and funding uncertainties, this report also serves as a call to action: to continue advocating for harm reduction, investing in solutions that work, and ensuring that healthcare remains accessible to all, no matter their circumstances.\r\n\r\nWe invite you to explore the <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong> and celebrate the resilience of our communities, the dedication of our staff, and the power of harm reduction in action. Together, we can build a future where no one is left behind.\r\n\r\n<strong>Read the full report <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/community-impact-report/\">here:</a></strong>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-65gfpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3mfh1i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-38c55i\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2bwnty\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m48yew35\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Sanguen Health Centre Responds to Passage of Bill 223 and Impending Closure of Kitchener CTS</h1>\r\nYesterday marked a devastating day for Ontario. Bill 223, which forces the closure of many supervised consumption sites across the province through changes to zoning laws, has passed through expedited measures , paving the way for the Kitchener CTS to shut down in March 2025. This decision, made through an undemocratic voice vote with no recorded accountability from elected officials, represents a tragic failure of leadership and an affront to the fundamental right to life protected under Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/sanguen-health-centre-responds-to-passage-of-bill-223-and-impending-closure-of-kitchener-cts/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-ac4ly\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9m5w3a\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-7pejfq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6hzm06\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-44kjue\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Letter addressing Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis.</h1>\r\nOn behalf of Sanguen Health Centre, we are writing to express our deep concerns regarding the proposed motion going forward on Tuesday November 5th - \"Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis” that would criminalize encampments and could mandate involuntary treatment for those arrested. While we recognize the challenges surrounding homelessness and substance use, we know from the evidence that this approach will not yield effective or humane solutions. Instead, it is likely to exacerbate harm and prevent meaningful or sustained recovery.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/letter-addressing-chronic-homelessness-mental-health-safety-and-addiction-crisis-motion/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2142mu\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-70x71i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-5uwf5y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-7u1aiu\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6aaova\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Hidden in Plain Sight: Women\'s Homelessness in Cambridge and Waterloo Region.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Our community is facing a quiet crisis. Women and gender-diverse individuals in Waterloo Region, particularly in Cambridge, are experiencing an escalating emergency due to a severe lack of adequate support and shelter. Despite compelling research and data, this issue remains under-discussed, and urgent action is needed from all levels of government to address the growing homelessness crisis among women.</p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The stark reality is that there are currently no women-specific emergency homeless shelters in the region, forcing many into dangerous and precarious living situations. Read our full letter to learn more about this critical issue and the immediate steps we urge our elected officials to take. <a href=\"https://www.wrcls.ca/social-justice-advocacy/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4awlpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2fzwra\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9rx5ie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-6x3dme\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-dn30m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2pgp9y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Letter in response to statements made by Mayor Cam Guthrie regarding open-air substance use in the City of Guelph.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\nWe are addressing <a href=\"https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1722872434357000&amp;usg=AOvVaw24_eyIzARjqKqO1j0Rc5tL\">recent statements by Mayor Cam Guthrie</a> regarding open-air drug use in Guelph. As organizations dedicated to supporting vulnerable members of our community, we believe it is crucial to respond to the points raised.\r\n\r\nOur letter emphasizes the importance of compassionate, informed, and coordinated responses to the national public health crisis of substance use and homelessness. We feel the need to highlight the harmful impact of stigmatizing language and advocate for evidence-based solutions and increased support for essential services.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/letter-in-response-to-statements-made-by-mayor-cam-guthrie-regarding-open-air-substance-use-in-the-city-of-guelph/\">Read the full letter and learn more about our call to action</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfoqs1t\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-c04o4m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lwjksbmv\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-5n67qe\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-etism\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Statement from Sanguen Health Centre regarding the decision to repeal the motion.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are aware of Councillor Hamilton’s decision to withdraw his motion regarding removing barriers for mobile health agencies like Sanguen to provide healthcare in the City of Cambridge. We understand and support this decision.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the motion went public, it has sparked many conversations about the ongoing need to provide this type of healthcare, while also engaging with existing relationships between community partners, the Region, and dedicated community members. We believe these conversations will lead to a solution, and the support of these partners has meant so much. Thank you to Councillor Hamilton for trying to help resolve this deadlocked situation, and for creating new conversations about how we can all proceed together to better our city, and Region.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/statement-from-sanguen-health-centre-regarding-the-decision-to-repeal-the-motion/\">Click here to read the full statement</a> </span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-33mth2\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_section min_height=\'\' min_height_pc=\'25\' min_height_px=\'500px\' padding=\'default\' custom_margin=\'0px\' custom_margin_sync=\'true\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' color=\'main_color\' background=\'bg_color\' custom_bg=\'#46d6aa\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' attach=\'scroll\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' video=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' shadow=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border_diagonal_color=\'#333333\' bottom_border_diagonal_direction=\'\' bottom_border_style=\'\' custom_arrow_bg=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lhfpcqj9\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_section]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4h6xva\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2tkt2e\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_one_third]','News & Events','','inherit','closed','closed','','2006-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 13:05:12','2025-03-31 17:05:12','',2006,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2606',0,'revision','',0),
(2607,26,'2025-03-31 13:07:50','2025-03-31 17:07:50','[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8xau8sg\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Media Statement - March 30, 2025</h1>\r\nAs of <strong>April 1, 2025</strong>, Sanguen’s <strong>Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site in Kitchener will be closing</strong> due to the enactment of <strong>Bill 223</strong>, which resulted in the loss of provincial funding for all CTS sites, including ours. Additionally, our exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), which legally permits supervised consumption services, expires on this date. Without this exemption and necessary funding, we are unable to continue operations in their current format despite the temporary injunction.\r\n\r\nWe find the judge\'s acknowledgment of the potential harm caused by these closures hopeful. However, the situation is complex. The absence of provincial funding and the expiration of our CDSA exemption present significant barriers to maintaining services.\r\n\r\nSanguen remains <strong>absolutely committed</strong> to re-establishing fully funded and legally exempt supervised consumption facilities in our community. These services are integral to harm reduction efforts aimed at mitigating overdose risks and are a fundamental component of the healthcare we believe everyone is entitled to. While we would reopen immediately if we had the necessary exemption, facility, and funding, we will continue working diligently to restore these critical services, should the legal challenge ultimately prove successful.\r\n\r\nIn the interim, Sanguen remains steadfast in our dedication to harm reduction and community support. We will persist in providing outreach, primary care, peer support, and overdose prevention training to those in need.\r\n\r\nFor updates on available services and our ongoing efforts, please visit <a href=\"http://sanguen.com\">www.sanguen.com</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_one_full]','Ontario judge grants injunction to keep safe consumption sites open for 30 days','','inherit','closed','closed','','2603-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 13:07:50','2025-03-31 17:07:50','',2603,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2607',0,'revision','',0),
(2608,26,'2025-03-31 13:08:15','2025-03-31 17:08:15','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfolxpk\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2009\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'News/Upcoming Events\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfokn5s\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-azoara\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-9to612\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6uo56u\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8wgxny1\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Ontario judge grants injunction to keep safe consumption sites open for 30 days.</h1>\r\nAs of April 1, 2025, Sanguen’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site in Kitchener will be closing due to the enactment of Bill 223, which resulted in the loss of provincial funding for all CTS sites, including ours. Additionally, our exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), which legally permits supervised consumption services, expires on this date. Without this exemption and necessary funding, we are unable to continue operations in their current format despite the temporary injunction. <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/ontario-judge-grants-injunction-to-keep-safe-consumption-sites-open-for-30-more-days/\">Read more here.</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-8gnrie\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-t1s5i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-6kzmw6\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4lb1nq\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8xbb4q2\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Kitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site to close on March 31, 2025.</h1>\r\nKitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site will close on March 31, 2025, leaving a critical gap in harm reduction and overdose prevention services. Sanguen remains committed to supporting those affected—learn more about our plans and the community impact <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/closure-of-kitcheners-consumption-and-treatment-services-cts-site/\">here.</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2q1pg6\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-bs9bie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cir_sm-1.png\' attachment=\'2577\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-ae7u46\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-79zuau\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m7nlhkqw\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Sanguen 2024 <strong>Community Impact Report</strong></h1>\r\nAt Sanguen, we believe in meeting people where they are—providing compassionate, person-centered care rooted in harm reduction, advocacy, and a commitment to equity. For years, our programs have worked to bridge gaps in healthcare, harm reduction, and social services, ensuring that those most at risk receive the support they need.\r\n\r\nNow, for the first time, we are proud to share our <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong>—a reflection of the work, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped the past year. This report tells the story of Sanguen’s impact in Waterloo Region and Guelph/Wellington: from expanding life-saving overdose prevention initiatives and harm reduction education to strengthening outreach efforts through our Community Health Vans and peer-led programming.\r\n\r\nInside, you’ll find not only the numbers that define our reach but also the stories behind them—the individuals, partners, and frontline teams who make our work possible. With growing systemic challenges, policy shifts, and funding uncertainties, this report also serves as a call to action: to continue advocating for harm reduction, investing in solutions that work, and ensuring that healthcare remains accessible to all, no matter their circumstances.\r\n\r\nWe invite you to explore the <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong> and celebrate the resilience of our communities, the dedication of our staff, and the power of harm reduction in action. Together, we can build a future where no one is left behind.\r\n\r\n<strong>Read the full report <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/community-impact-report/\">here:</a></strong>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-65gfpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3mfh1i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-38c55i\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2bwnty\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m48yew35\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Sanguen Health Centre Responds to Passage of Bill 223 and Impending Closure of Kitchener CTS</h1>\r\nYesterday marked a devastating day for Ontario. Bill 223, which forces the closure of many supervised consumption sites across the province through changes to zoning laws, has passed through expedited measures , paving the way for the Kitchener CTS to shut down in March 2025. This decision, made through an undemocratic voice vote with no recorded accountability from elected officials, represents a tragic failure of leadership and an affront to the fundamental right to life protected under Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/sanguen-health-centre-responds-to-passage-of-bill-223-and-impending-closure-of-kitchener-cts/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-ac4ly\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9m5w3a\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-7pejfq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6hzm06\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-44kjue\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Letter addressing Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis.</h1>\r\nOn behalf of Sanguen Health Centre, we are writing to express our deep concerns regarding the proposed motion going forward on Tuesday November 5th - \"Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis” that would criminalize encampments and could mandate involuntary treatment for those arrested. While we recognize the challenges surrounding homelessness and substance use, we know from the evidence that this approach will not yield effective or humane solutions. Instead, it is likely to exacerbate harm and prevent meaningful or sustained recovery.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/letter-addressing-chronic-homelessness-mental-health-safety-and-addiction-crisis-motion/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2142mu\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-70x71i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-5uwf5y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-7u1aiu\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6aaova\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Hidden in Plain Sight: Women\'s Homelessness in Cambridge and Waterloo Region.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Our community is facing a quiet crisis. Women and gender-diverse individuals in Waterloo Region, particularly in Cambridge, are experiencing an escalating emergency due to a severe lack of adequate support and shelter. Despite compelling research and data, this issue remains under-discussed, and urgent action is needed from all levels of government to address the growing homelessness crisis among women.</p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The stark reality is that there are currently no women-specific emergency homeless shelters in the region, forcing many into dangerous and precarious living situations. Read our full letter to learn more about this critical issue and the immediate steps we urge our elected officials to take. <a href=\"https://www.wrcls.ca/social-justice-advocacy/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4awlpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2fzwra\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9rx5ie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-6x3dme\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-dn30m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2pgp9y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Letter in response to statements made by Mayor Cam Guthrie regarding open-air substance use in the City of Guelph.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\nWe are addressing <a href=\"https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1722872434357000&amp;usg=AOvVaw24_eyIzARjqKqO1j0Rc5tL\">recent statements by Mayor Cam Guthrie</a> regarding open-air drug use in Guelph. As organizations dedicated to supporting vulnerable members of our community, we believe it is crucial to respond to the points raised.\r\n\r\nOur letter emphasizes the importance of compassionate, informed, and coordinated responses to the national public health crisis of substance use and homelessness. We feel the need to highlight the harmful impact of stigmatizing language and advocate for evidence-based solutions and increased support for essential services.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/letter-in-response-to-statements-made-by-mayor-cam-guthrie-regarding-open-air-substance-use-in-the-city-of-guelph/\">Read the full letter and learn more about our call to action</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfoqs1t\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-c04o4m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lwjksbmv\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-5n67qe\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-etism\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Statement from Sanguen Health Centre regarding the decision to repeal the motion.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are aware of Councillor Hamilton’s decision to withdraw his motion regarding removing barriers for mobile health agencies like Sanguen to provide healthcare in the City of Cambridge. We understand and support this decision.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the motion went public, it has sparked many conversations about the ongoing need to provide this type of healthcare, while also engaging with existing relationships between community partners, the Region, and dedicated community members. We believe these conversations will lead to a solution, and the support of these partners has meant so much. Thank you to Councillor Hamilton for trying to help resolve this deadlocked situation, and for creating new conversations about how we can all proceed together to better our city, and Region.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/statement-from-sanguen-health-centre-regarding-the-decision-to-repeal-the-motion/\">Click here to read the full statement</a> </span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-33mth2\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_section min_height=\'\' min_height_pc=\'25\' min_height_px=\'500px\' padding=\'default\' custom_margin=\'0px\' custom_margin_sync=\'true\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' color=\'main_color\' background=\'bg_color\' custom_bg=\'#46d6aa\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' attach=\'scroll\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' video=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' shadow=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border_diagonal_color=\'#333333\' bottom_border_diagonal_direction=\'\' bottom_border_style=\'\' custom_arrow_bg=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lhfpcqj9\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_section]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4h6xva\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2tkt2e\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_one_third]','News & Events','','inherit','closed','closed','','2006-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 13:08:15','2025-03-31 17:08:15','',2006,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2608',0,'revision','',0),
(2609,26,'2025-03-31 14:38:33','2025-03-31 18:38:33','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfolxpk\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2009\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'News/Upcoming Events\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfokn5s\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-azoara\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-9to612\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6uo56u\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8wgxny1\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Ontario judge grants 30-day injunction for safe consumption sites, but site closure remains imminent.</h1>\r\nAs of April 1, 2025, Sanguen’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site in Kitchener will be closing due to the enactment of Bill 223, which resulted in the loss of provincial funding for all CTS sites, including ours. Additionally, our exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), which legally permits supervised consumption services, expires on this date. Without this exemption and necessary funding, we are unable to continue operations in their current format despite the temporary injunction. <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/ontario-judge-grants-injunction-to-keep-safe-consumption-sites-open-for-30-more-days/\">Read more here.</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_two_third][av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-8gnrie\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-t1s5i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-6kzmw6\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4lb1nq\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8xbb4q2\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Kitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site to close on March 31, 2025.</h1>\r\nKitchener’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site will close on March 31, 2025, leaving a critical gap in harm reduction and overdose prevention services. Sanguen remains committed to supporting those affected—learn more about our plans and the community impact <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/closure-of-kitcheners-consumption-and-treatment-services-cts-site/\">here.</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2q1pg6\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-bs9bie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/cir_sm-1.png\' attachment=\'2577\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-ae7u46\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-79zuau\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m7nlhkqw\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Sanguen 2024 <strong>Community Impact Report</strong></h1>\r\nAt Sanguen, we believe in meeting people where they are—providing compassionate, person-centered care rooted in harm reduction, advocacy, and a commitment to equity. For years, our programs have worked to bridge gaps in healthcare, harm reduction, and social services, ensuring that those most at risk receive the support they need.\r\n\r\nNow, for the first time, we are proud to share our <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong>—a reflection of the work, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped the past year. This report tells the story of Sanguen’s impact in Waterloo Region and Guelph/Wellington: from expanding life-saving overdose prevention initiatives and harm reduction education to strengthening outreach efforts through our Community Health Vans and peer-led programming.\r\n\r\nInside, you’ll find not only the numbers that define our reach but also the stories behind them—the individuals, partners, and frontline teams who make our work possible. With growing systemic challenges, policy shifts, and funding uncertainties, this report also serves as a call to action: to continue advocating for harm reduction, investing in solutions that work, and ensuring that healthcare remains accessible to all, no matter their circumstances.\r\n\r\nWe invite you to explore the <strong>2024 Community Impact Report</strong> and celebrate the resilience of our communities, the dedication of our staff, and the power of harm reduction in action. Together, we can build a future where no one is left behind.\r\n\r\n<strong>Read the full report <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/community-impact-report/\">here:</a></strong>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-65gfpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3mfh1i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-38c55i\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2bwnty\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m48yew35\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Sanguen Health Centre Responds to Passage of Bill 223 and Impending Closure of Kitchener CTS</h1>\r\nYesterday marked a devastating day for Ontario. Bill 223, which forces the closure of many supervised consumption sites across the province through changes to zoning laws, has passed through expedited measures , paving the way for the Kitchener CTS to shut down in March 2025. This decision, made through an undemocratic voice vote with no recorded accountability from elected officials, represents a tragic failure of leadership and an affront to the fundamental right to life protected under Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/sanguen-health-centre-responds-to-passage-of-bill-223-and-impending-closure-of-kitchener-cts/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-ac4ly\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9m5w3a\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-7pejfq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6hzm06\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-44kjue\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Letter addressing Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis.</h1>\r\nOn behalf of Sanguen Health Centre, we are writing to express our deep concerns regarding the proposed motion going forward on Tuesday November 5th - \"Chronic Homelessness, Mental Health, Safety and Addiction Crisis” that would criminalize encampments and could mandate involuntary treatment for those arrested. While we recognize the challenges surrounding homelessness and substance use, we know from the evidence that this approach will not yield effective or humane solutions. Instead, it is likely to exacerbate harm and prevent meaningful or sustained recovery.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/letter-addressing-chronic-homelessness-mental-health-safety-and-addiction-crisis-motion/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2142mu\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-70x71i\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-5uwf5y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-7u1aiu\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6aaova\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Hidden in Plain Sight: Women\'s Homelessness in Cambridge and Waterloo Region.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Our community is facing a quiet crisis. Women and gender-diverse individuals in Waterloo Region, particularly in Cambridge, are experiencing an escalating emergency due to a severe lack of adequate support and shelter. Despite compelling research and data, this issue remains under-discussed, and urgent action is needed from all levels of government to address the growing homelessness crisis among women.</p>\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\">The stark reality is that there are currently no women-specific emergency homeless shelters in the region, forcing many into dangerous and precarious living situations. Read our full letter to learn more about this critical issue and the immediate steps we urge our elected officials to take. <a href=\"https://www.wrcls.ca/social-justice-advocacy/\">Read the full letter here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4awlpy\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2fzwra\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9rx5ie\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-6x3dme\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-dn30m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2pgp9y\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Letter in response to statements made by Mayor Cam Guthrie regarding open-air substance use in the City of Guelph.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\nWe are addressing <a href=\"https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https://www.google.com/url?q=https://x.com/CamGuthrie/status/1817961841756164307&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1722872434357000&amp;usg=AOvVaw24_eyIzARjqKqO1j0Rc5tL\">recent statements by Mayor Cam Guthrie</a> regarding open-air drug use in Guelph. As organizations dedicated to supporting vulnerable members of our community, we believe it is crucial to respond to the points raised.\r\n\r\nOur letter emphasizes the importance of compassionate, informed, and coordinated responses to the national public health crisis of substance use and homelessness. We feel the need to highlight the harmful impact of stigmatizing language and advocate for evidence-based solutions and increased support for essential services.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/letter-in-response-to-statements-made-by-mayor-cam-guthrie-regarding-open-air-substance-use-in-the-city-of-guelph/\">Read the full letter and learn more about our call to action</a>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfoqs1t\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-c04o4m\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lwjksbmv\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-5n67qe\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-etism\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Statement from Sanguen Health Centre regarding the decision to repeal the motion.</h1>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are aware of Councillor Hamilton’s decision to withdraw his motion regarding removing barriers for mobile health agencies like Sanguen to provide healthcare in the City of Cambridge. We understand and support this decision.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the motion went public, it has sparked many conversations about the ongoing need to provide this type of healthcare, while also engaging with existing relationships between community partners, the Region, and dedicated community members. We believe these conversations will lead to a solution, and the support of these partners has meant so much. Thank you to Councillor Hamilton for trying to help resolve this deadlocked situation, and for creating new conversations about how we can all proceed together to better our city, and Region.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/news-events/statement-from-sanguen-health-centre-regarding-the-decision-to-repeal-the-motion/\">Click here to read the full statement</a> </span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"></h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-33mth2\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_section min_height=\'\' min_height_pc=\'25\' min_height_px=\'500px\' padding=\'default\' custom_margin=\'0px\' custom_margin_sync=\'true\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' color=\'main_color\' background=\'bg_color\' custom_bg=\'#46d6aa\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' attach=\'scroll\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' video=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' shadow=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border=\'no-border-styling\' bottom_border_diagonal_color=\'#333333\' bottom_border_diagonal_direction=\'\' bottom_border_style=\'\' custom_arrow_bg=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-lhfpcqj9\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_section]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4h6xva\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2tkt2e\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_one_third]','News & Events','','inherit','closed','closed','','2006-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 14:38:33','2025-03-31 18:38:33','',2006,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2609',0,'revision','',0),
(2610,26,'2025-03-31 14:41:12','2025-03-31 18:41:12','[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6tm06z\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_image src=\'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/sanguen-logosm.png\' attachment=\'330\' attachment_size=\'full\' copyright=\'\' caption=\'\' image_size=\'\' styling=\'\' align=\'center\' font_size=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.4\' overlay_color=\'#000000\' overlay_text_color=\'#ffffff\' animation=\'no-animation\' hover=\'\' appearance=\'\' link=\'\' target=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_element_hidden_in_editor=\'0\' av_uid=\'av-5kwzt7\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\'][/av_image]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3t2om3\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2fymx7\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m8xau8sg\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Ontario judge grants 30-day injunction for safe consumption sites, but site closure remains imminent</h1>\r\nAs of <strong>April 1, 2025</strong>, Sanguen’s <strong>Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site in Kitchener will be closing</strong> due to the enactment of <strong>Bill 223</strong>, which resulted in the loss of provincial funding for all CTS sites, including ours. Additionally, our exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), which legally permits supervised consumption services, expires on this date. Without this exemption and necessary funding, we are unable to continue operations in their current format despite the temporary injunction.\r\n\r\nWe find the judge\'s acknowledgment of the potential harm caused by these closures hopeful. However, the situation is complex. The absence of provincial funding and the expiration of our CDSA exemption present significant barriers to maintaining services.\r\n\r\nSanguen remains <strong>absolutely committed</strong> to re-establishing fully funded and legally exempt supervised consumption facilities in our community. These services are integral to harm reduction efforts aimed at mitigating overdose risks and are a fundamental component of the healthcare we believe everyone is entitled to. While we would reopen immediately if we had the necessary exemption, facility, and funding, we will continue working diligently to restore these critical services, should the legal challenge ultimately prove successful.\r\n\r\nIn the interim, Sanguen remains steadfast in our dedication to harm reduction and community support. We will persist in providing outreach, primary care, peer support, and overdose prevention training to those in need.\r\n\r\nFor updates on available services and our ongoing efforts, please visit <a href=\"http://sanguen.com\">www.sanguen.com</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_one_full]','Ontario judge grants injunction to keep safe consumption sites open for 30 days','','inherit','closed','closed','','2603-revision-v1','','','2025-03-31 14:41:12','2025-03-31 18:41:12','',2603,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2610',0,'revision','',0),
(2611,1,'2025-03-31 17:33:45','2025-03-31 21:33:45','','Order &ndash; March 31, 2025 @ 09:33 PM','','wc-processing','open','closed','wc_order_S9UTVjlHVYyza','order-mar-31-2025-0533-pm','','','2025-03-31 17:33:48','2025-03-31 21:33:48','',0,'https://sanguen.com/?post_type=shop_order&#038;p=2611',0,'shop_order','',2),
(2614,26,'2025-04-04 18:00:08','2025-04-04 22:00:08','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzr9zua\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2320\' video=\'http://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' title=\'CLOSED - Consumption and Treatment Services\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'26\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'button\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'About CTS Closure\' button_color=\'red\' link1=\'manually,https://2025.sanguen.com/resources/\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-b8xv8\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-mfjp0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lv653f\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">CLOSED</span> - Consumption &amp; Treatment Services (CTS)</h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_one_full][av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-hd0pg\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-l8yqvrzd\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<strong><a href=\"https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/consumption-and-treatment-services.aspx#CTS-resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS)</a></strong> site is located at 150 Duke Street West in Kitchener. The site is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week, including holidays.\r\n\r\nThe site is operated by Sanguen Health Centre in partnership with Region of Waterloo Public Health and Emergency Services.\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-7bjl8\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-l8yqw3m8\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/hytib2ZwxaM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe>\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-84cmk\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lunl06-1\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n<strong>What is available at the CTS?</strong>\r\n\r\nServices that are available include:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Supervised consumption (You will not be able to smoke your drugs but you can inject, snort, or swallow them)</li>\r\n 	<li>A supportive and calm environment</li>\r\n 	<li>A judgment-free space with supportive staff, including a registered nurse, a social service worker and a peer worker</li>\r\n 	<li>If you start to overdose, staff can give you oxygen, you may not need naloxone</li>\r\n 	<li>Supports and referrals</li>\r\n 	<li>Safer substance use education</li>\r\n 	<li>Harm reduction supplies, sharps containers, returns accepted</li>\r\n 	<li>You can pick up a naloxone kit</li>\r\n 	<li>Wound care</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Why do we have a CTS in our community?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>CTS saves lives by reducing the number of fatal and non-fatal drug overdoses</li>\r\n 	<li>Reduces the spread of infectious diseases like HIV and Hepatitis C</li>\r\n 	<li>Connects people with community supports</li>\r\n 	<li>Creates a safer community by reducing drug use in public spaces and providing options for proper needle disposal</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<a title=\"Open new window to view Consumption and Treatment Services - A Harm Reduction Program\" href=\"https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/resources/Documents/CTS_HarmReductionProgram.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Consumption and Treatment Services - A Harm Reduction Program (pdf link)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Looking for more information about Consumption and Treatment Services?</strong>\r\n\r\nVisit: <a href=\"http://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/CTS\">www.regionofwaterloo.ca/CTS</a>\r\n\r\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:CTS@regionofwaterloo.ca\">CTS@regionofwaterloo.ca</a>\r\n\r\nPhone:  519-575-4400 Ext 5613 or TTY:  519-575-4608\r\n\r\nPhone (CTS):  519-514-1467\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]','Consumption and Treatment Services','','inherit','closed','closed','','916-revision-v1','','','2025-04-04 18:00:08','2025-04-04 22:00:08','',916,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2614',0,'revision','',0),
(2612,26,'2025-04-04 12:26:56','2025-04-04 16:26:56','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzr9zua\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2320\' video=\'http://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' title=\'CLOSED - Consumption and Treatment Services\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'26\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'button\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'About CTS Closure\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,https://2025.sanguen.com/resources/\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-b8xv8\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-mfjp0\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lv653f\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Consumption &amp; Treatment Services (CTS)</h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lunl06\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\nLooking for a safe space to use?  Afraid to use alone?  Need new supplies?\r\n\r\nCome to the CTS in downtown Kitchener.  Hours of operation are 9 am to 9 pm, 7 days a week\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-hd0pg\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-l8yqvrzd\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<strong><a href=\"https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/consumption-and-treatment-services.aspx#CTS-resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS)</a></strong> site is located at 150 Duke Street West in Kitchener. The site is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week, including holidays.\r\n\r\nThe site is operated by Sanguen Health Centre in partnership with Region of Waterloo Public Health and Emergency Services.\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-7bjl8\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-l8yqw3m8\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/hytib2ZwxaM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe>\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-84cmk\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lunl06-1\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n<strong>What is available at the CTS?</strong>\r\n\r\nServices that are available include:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Supervised consumption (You will not be able to smoke your drugs but you can inject, snort, or swallow them)</li>\r\n 	<li>A supportive and calm environment</li>\r\n 	<li>A judgment-free space with supportive staff, including a registered nurse, a social service worker and a peer worker</li>\r\n 	<li>If you start to overdose, staff can give you oxygen, you may not need naloxone</li>\r\n 	<li>Supports and referrals</li>\r\n 	<li>Safer substance use education</li>\r\n 	<li>Harm reduction supplies, sharps containers, returns accepted</li>\r\n 	<li>You can pick up a naloxone kit</li>\r\n 	<li>Wound care</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Why do we have a CTS in our community?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>CTS saves lives by reducing the number of fatal and non-fatal drug overdoses</li>\r\n 	<li>Reduces the spread of infectious diseases like HIV and Hepatitis C</li>\r\n 	<li>Connects people with community supports</li>\r\n 	<li>Creates a safer community by reducing drug use in public spaces and providing options for proper needle disposal</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<a title=\"Open new window to view Consumption and Treatment Services - A Harm Reduction Program\" href=\"https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/resources/Documents/CTS_HarmReductionProgram.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Consumption and Treatment Services - A Harm Reduction Program (pdf link)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Looking for more information about Consumption and Treatment Services?</strong>\r\n\r\nVisit: <a href=\"http://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/CTS\">www.regionofwaterloo.ca/CTS</a>\r\n\r\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:CTS@regionofwaterloo.ca\">CTS@regionofwaterloo.ca</a>\r\n\r\nPhone:  519-575-4400 Ext 5613 or TTY:  519-575-4608\r\n\r\nPhone (CTS):  519-514-1467\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]','Consumption and Treatment Services','','inherit','closed','closed','','916-revision-v1','','','2025-04-04 12:26:56','2025-04-04 16:26:56','',916,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2612',0,'revision','',0),
(2613,26,'2025-04-04 12:38:43','2025-04-04 16:38:43','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzr9zua\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2320\' video=\'http://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' title=\'CLOSED - Consumption and Treatment Services\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'26\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'button\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'About CTS Closure\' button_color=\'red\' link1=\'manually,https://2025.sanguen.com/resources/\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-b8xv8\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-mfjp0\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lv653f\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Consumption &amp; Treatment Services (CTS)</h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lunl06\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\nLooking for a safe space to use?  Afraid to use alone?  Need new supplies?\r\n\r\nCome to the CTS in downtown Kitchener.  Hours of operation are 9 am to 9 pm, 7 days a week\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-hd0pg\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-l8yqvrzd\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<strong><a href=\"https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/consumption-and-treatment-services.aspx#CTS-resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS)</a></strong> site is located at 150 Duke Street West in Kitchener. The site is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week, including holidays.\r\n\r\nThe site is operated by Sanguen Health Centre in partnership with Region of Waterloo Public Health and Emergency Services.\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-7bjl8\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-l8yqw3m8\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/hytib2ZwxaM\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"></iframe>\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-84cmk\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lunl06-1\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n<strong>What is available at the CTS?</strong>\r\n\r\nServices that are available include:\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Supervised consumption (You will not be able to smoke your drugs but you can inject, snort, or swallow them)</li>\r\n 	<li>A supportive and calm environment</li>\r\n 	<li>A judgment-free space with supportive staff, including a registered nurse, a social service worker and a peer worker</li>\r\n 	<li>If you start to overdose, staff can give you oxygen, you may not need naloxone</li>\r\n 	<li>Supports and referrals</li>\r\n 	<li>Safer substance use education</li>\r\n 	<li>Harm reduction supplies, sharps containers, returns accepted</li>\r\n 	<li>You can pick up a naloxone kit</li>\r\n 	<li>Wound care</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<strong>Why do we have a CTS in our community?</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>CTS saves lives by reducing the number of fatal and non-fatal drug overdoses</li>\r\n 	<li>Reduces the spread of infectious diseases like HIV and Hepatitis C</li>\r\n 	<li>Connects people with community supports</li>\r\n 	<li>Creates a safer community by reducing drug use in public spaces and providing options for proper needle disposal</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<a title=\"Open new window to view Consumption and Treatment Services - A Harm Reduction Program\" href=\"https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/resources/Documents/CTS_HarmReductionProgram.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Consumption and Treatment Services - A Harm Reduction Program (pdf link)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Looking for more information about Consumption and Treatment Services?</strong>\r\n\r\nVisit: <a href=\"http://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/CTS\">www.regionofwaterloo.ca/CTS</a>\r\n\r\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:CTS@regionofwaterloo.ca\">CTS@regionofwaterloo.ca</a>\r\n\r\nPhone:  519-575-4400 Ext 5613 or TTY:  519-575-4608\r\n\r\nPhone (CTS):  519-514-1467\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]','Consumption and Treatment Services','','inherit','closed','closed','','916-revision-v1','','','2025-04-04 12:38:43','2025-04-04 16:38:43','',916,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2613',0,'revision','',0),
(2616,26,'2025-04-06 08:57:52','2025-04-06 12:57:52','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzr9zua\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2320\' video=\'http://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' title=\'CLOSED \' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'26\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'custom\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'#b02b2c\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'button\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'About CTS Closure\' button_color=\'red\' link1=\'manually,https://2025.sanguen.com/resources/\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-b8xv8\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-mfjp0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lv653f\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">CLOSED</span> - Consumption &amp; Treatment Services (CTS)</h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-hd0pg\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-l8yqvrzd\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<b>Effective April 1, 2025</b>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of April 1, 2025, Sanguen’s Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site in Kitchener is permanently closed due to the passing of </span><a href=\"https://www.ola.org/en/legislative-business/bills/parliament-43/session-1/bill-223\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bill 223</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Since opening in 2019, CTS has provided a vital, life-saving service—offering a safe, supervised space, overdose prevention, healthcare, and connection to community support.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this closure marks a significant loss, Sanguen is still here. We remain committed to harm reduction and will continue providing services, including outreach, primary care, peer support, and overdose prevention training.</span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep checking back to our website for updates on the new drop in space at 130 Victoria Street (Bramm Entrance) that will be opening later in April. </span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of Sanguen’s other vital programs and services will continue to run. Find us on the </span><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/outreach-program/mobile-van-outreach/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Van</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, through the </span><a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/outreach-program/telus-mobile-health-bus/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Primary Care Bus</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or through our many other services. </span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a list of all the available Harm Reduction Services in the community visit: </span><a href=\"https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/living-here/harm-reduction.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/living-here/harm-reduction.aspx</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> </span>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-84cmk\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-k3lunl06-1\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<a title=\"Open new window to view Consumption and Treatment Services - A Harm Reduction Program\" href=\"https://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/en/health-and-wellness/resources/Documents/CTS_HarmReductionProgram.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Consumption and Treatment Services - A Harm Reduction Program (pdf link)</a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Looking for more information about Consumption and Treatment Services?</strong>\r\n\r\nVisit: <a href=\"http://www.regionofwaterloo.ca/CTS\">www.regionofwaterloo.ca/CTS</a>\r\n\r\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@sanguen.com\">info@sanguen.com</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]','Consumption and Treatment Services','','inherit','closed','closed','','916-revision-v1','','','2025-04-06 08:57:52','2025-04-06 12:57:52','',916,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2616',0,'revision','',0),
(2618,26,'2025-04-25 14:35:26','2025-04-25 18:35:26','[av_notification title=\'\' icon_select=\'no\' icon=\'ue800\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' close_btn=\'session_cookie\' cookie_lifetime=\'60\' size=\'large\' color=\'red\' custom_bg=\'#444444\' gradient_bg_direction=\'vertical\' gradient_bg_1=\'#000000\' gradient_bg_2=\'#ffffff\' gradient_bg_3=\'\' custom_font=\'#ffffff\' nb_border=\'solid\' nb_border_width=\'3\' nb_border_width_sync=\'true\' nb_border_color=\'\' border=\'\' border_radius=\'\' border_radius_sync=\'true\' box_shadow=\'\' box_shadow_style=\'0px,0px,0px,0px\' box_shadow_color=\'\' sonar_effect_effect=\'\' sonar_effect_color=\'\' sonar_effect_duration=\'1\' sonar_effect_scale=\'\' sonar_effect_opac=\'0.5\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m9x4tb3b\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\nThe Drug Checking Program is temporarily paused while we wait for a federal exemption. \r\n\r\n[/av_notification]\r\n\r\n[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfo9dug\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2003\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'Drug Checking Program\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfo9c1f\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\nAn Evidence-Informed Harm Reduction Initiative\r\n[/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lkwp5fci\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Do You Know What’s In The Substance You Use?</h2>\r\nWe are pleased to inform everyone that Sanguen Health Center and the Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site now has a <a href=\"https://news.westernu.ca/2023/04/health-canada-grant-funds-innovative-drug-checking-technology/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>drug checking device created by Western University</strong></a> that uses raman spectrometry - laser light - to test your drugs.\r\n<blockquote>Inside a nondescript black cube no bigger than two shoeboxes, there is sophisticated technology that can analyze the composition of street drugs in under fifteen minutes. This confidential visit is for anyone that uses drugs, those who support people who use drugs or anyone with a sample to understand what dangerous fillers and other drugs like fentanyl analogues might be in their sample, so they can make informed decisions about what they actually have in their possession.\r\n\r\nThe technology, developed by startup company SCATR Inc. with the support of Western University infrastructure, is being rolled out at 11 safe consumption sites across Ontario, Nova Scotia and B.C. thanks to a new grant from Health Canada’s Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) announced by Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.</blockquote>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_horizontal_gallery ids=\'2429,2434,2432,2431,2436,2430,2433,2435\' height=\'25\' size=\'large\' gap=\'large\' active=\'enlarge\' initial=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' links=\'active\' link_dest=\'\' lightbox_text=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lzofkvlq\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_horizontal_gallery]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lkwpbea5\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4okxhe\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">How Does The Testing Work?</h3>\r\nIn order to test, you only need a very small amount:  2mg, or the size of a half of a match head. Your sample is not affected through the testing process, so you get it back, unharmed, after the test. \r\n\r\nYou have the choice of a short scan or a longer (approximately 15 minute) scan that is more thorough. You will receive your results while you wait!  The whole process is confidential.\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Why Testing?</h3>\r\n\r\nTesting provides people who use drugs a way to have more information about the substance they’re planning to use. When the machine tests your substance, the device can tell you the strength, what other kinds of drugs/substances may be present, as well as the cut used. \r\n\r\nThe overdose crisis has shown that there is a very toxic drug supply locally and that it is cut with an array of different drugs and chemical fillers that may add to the drugs’ toxicity. \r\n\r\nFor example, you may think you have purchased an opiate and not be aware that there are benzodiazepines or methamphetamines in it. Cocaine is also a common drug that can be laced with opiates or methamphetamines.  \r\n\r\nThe drug checking device can inform you of many of the different substances that are in your sample.\r\n\r\nTesting your drugs gives the power back to you! You can now make an informed decision about whether to use the drugs you have tested.\r\n\r\nIf your sample comes back with an unknown substance in it, you can choose to have us send it to Western University for further testing. This will help our software to learn these new, unknown substances, which in turn will make the drug testing machine more knowledgeable. This extra process will take roughly two weeks. Your name or identity will not be disclosed. \r\n\r\nPlease note: the device isn\'t 100% accurate due to how unevenly dispersed your batch of substance might be. One sample from your batch may be different from another area of the same batch. \r\n\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Substances that can be tested</h3>\r\nAnything in powder, rock, crystalized, tablet or the inner contents of a capsule. We cannot test cannabis or liquid substances at this time.\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'short\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lswbmpoz\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lswbmefq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Your First Visit: What to  Expect?</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_video src=\'https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xq-jpiFl1xc\' mobile_image=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' format=\'16-9\' width=\'16\' height=\'9\' conditional_play=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lswbn1c0\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lswbni78\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-cxd36\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lsuxrp03\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Time & availability</h3>\r\nWalk-ins are welcome! You can also call, text or email to book a time.\r\n\r\n<strong>Hours of operation:</strong>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Mondays             10:30am - 4:30pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\"><wbr />Tuesdays             2:30pm  -  8:30pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Wednesdays       10:30am - 4:30pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Thursdays            2:30pm  - 8:30pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Fridays                 12:00pm - 6:00pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">*We will be open the <em>last</em> Saturday of each month from 11:00am -3:00pm.</div>\r\n<br class=\"avia-permanent-lb\" />This service is an extension of the CTS at 150 Duke St. West in Kitchener, ON\r\n\r\nPlease call or text <strong>(226) 789-1719</strong> for inquiries or to book a time or Email: <a href=\"mailto:Drugchecking@sanguen.com\"><strong>Drugchecking@sanguen.com</strong></a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-1wz3z6\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lsuxrv30\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3>Sign Up For The Newsletter!</h3>\r\n\r\n<div style=\"text-align: left; margin-top: 20px\" class=\"sender-form-field\" data-sender-form-id=\"lsuwm1gtbdmr5dknsoc\"></div>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_notification title=\'Note\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'\' close_btn=\'\' cookie_lifetime=\'60\' size=\'large\' color=\'green\' custom_bg=\'#444444\' gradient_bg_direction=\'vertical\' gradient_bg_1=\'#000000\' gradient_bg_2=\'#ffffff\' gradient_bg_3=\'\' custom_font=\'#ffffff\' nb_border=\'\' nb_border_width=\'\' nb_border_color=\'\' border=\'\' border_radius=\'\' box_shadow=\'\' box_shadow_style=\'0px\' box_shadow_color=\'\' sonar_effect_effect=\'\' sonar_effect_color=\'\' sonar_effect_duration=\'1\' sonar_effect_scale=\'\' sonar_effect_opac=\'0.5\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\nThis is a notification of some sort.\r\n[/av_notification]\r\n\r\n','Drug Checking Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','2002-revision-v1','','','2025-04-25 14:35:26','2025-04-25 18:35:26','',2002,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2618',0,'revision','',0),
(2619,26,'2025-04-25 14:41:17','2025-04-25 18:41:17','[av_notification title=\'\' icon_select=\'no\' icon=\'ue800\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' close_btn=\'session_cookie\' cookie_lifetime=\'60\' size=\'large\' color=\'red\' custom_bg=\'#444444\' gradient_bg_direction=\'vertical\' gradient_bg_1=\'#000000\' gradient_bg_2=\'#ffffff\' gradient_bg_3=\'\' custom_font=\'#ffffff\' nb_border=\'solid\' nb_border_width=\'3\' nb_border_width_sync=\'true\' nb_border_color=\'\' border=\'\' border_radius=\'\' border_radius_sync=\'true\' box_shadow=\'\' box_shadow_style=\'0px,0px,0px,0px\' box_shadow_color=\'\' sonar_effect_effect=\'\' sonar_effect_color=\'\' sonar_effect_duration=\'1\' sonar_effect_scale=\'\' sonar_effect_opac=\'0.5\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m9x4tb3b\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\nThe Drug Checking Program is temporarily paused while we wait for a federal exemption.\r\n[/av_notification]\r\n\r\n[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfo9dug\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2003\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'Drug Checking Program\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lhfo9c1f\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\nAn Evidence-Informed Harm Reduction Initiative\r\n[/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lkwp5fci\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Do You Know What’s In The Substance You Use?</h2>\r\nWe are pleased to inform everyone that Sanguen Health Center and the Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) site now has a <a href=\"https://news.westernu.ca/2023/04/health-canada-grant-funds-innovative-drug-checking-technology/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>drug checking device created by Western University</strong></a> that uses raman spectrometry - laser light - to test your drugs.\r\n<blockquote>Inside a nondescript black cube no bigger than two shoeboxes, there is sophisticated technology that can analyze the composition of street drugs in under fifteen minutes. This confidential visit is for anyone that uses drugs, those who support people who use drugs or anyone with a sample to understand what dangerous fillers and other drugs like fentanyl analogues might be in their sample, so they can make informed decisions about what they actually have in their possession.\r\n\r\nThe technology, developed by startup company SCATR Inc. with the support of Western University infrastructure, is being rolled out at 11 safe consumption sites across Ontario, Nova Scotia and B.C. thanks to a new grant from Health Canada’s Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) announced by Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.</blockquote>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_horizontal_gallery ids=\'2429,2434,2432,2431,2436,2430,2433,2435\' height=\'25\' size=\'large\' gap=\'large\' active=\'enlarge\' initial=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' links=\'active\' link_dest=\'\' lightbox_text=\'\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lzofkvlq\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_horizontal_gallery]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lkwpbea5\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4okxhe\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">How Does The Testing Work?</h2>\r\nIn order to test, you only need a very small amount: 2mg, or the size of a half of a match head. Your sample is not affected through the testing process, so you get it back, unharmed, after the test.\r\n\r\nYou have the choice of a short scan or a longer (approximately 15 minute) scan that is more thorough. You will receive your results while you wait! The whole process is confidential.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Why Testing?</h2>\r\nTesting provides people who use drugs a way to have more information about the substance they’re planning to use. When the machine tests your substance, the device can tell you the strength, what other kinds of drugs/substances may be present, as well as the cut used.\r\n\r\nThe overdose crisis has shown that there is a very toxic drug supply locally and that it is cut with an array of different drugs and chemical fillers that may add to the drugs’ toxicity.\r\n\r\nFor example, you may think you have purchased an opiate and not be aware that there are benzodiazepines or methamphetamines in it. Cocaine is also a common drug that can be laced with opiates or methamphetamines.\r\n\r\nThe drug checking device can inform you of many of the different substances that are in your sample.\r\n\r\nTesting your drugs gives the power back to you! You can now make an informed decision about whether to use the drugs you have tested.\r\n\r\nIf your sample comes back with an unknown substance in it, you can choose to have us send it to Western University for further testing. This will help our software to learn these new, unknown substances, which in turn will make the drug testing machine more knowledgeable. This extra process will take roughly two weeks. Your name or identity will not be disclosed.\r\n\r\nPlease note: the device isn\'t 100% accurate due to how unevenly dispersed your batch of substance might be. One sample from your batch may be different from another area of the same batch.\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Substances that can be tested</h3>\r\nAnything in powder, rock, crystalized, tablet or the inner contents of a capsule. We cannot test cannabis or liquid substances at this time.\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'short\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lswbmpoz\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lswbmefq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Your First Visit: What to Expect?</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_video src=\'https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xq-jpiFl1xc\' mobile_image=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' format=\'16-9\' width=\'16\' height=\'9\' conditional_play=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lswbn1c0\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lswbni78\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_notification title=\'\' icon_select=\'no\' icon=\'ue800\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' close_btn=\'session_cookie\' cookie_lifetime=\'60\' size=\'large\' color=\'red\' custom_bg=\'#444444\' gradient_bg_direction=\'vertical\' gradient_bg_1=\'#000000\' gradient_bg_2=\'#ffffff\' gradient_bg_3=\'\' custom_font=\'#ffffff\' nb_border=\'solid\' nb_border_width=\'3\' nb_border_width_sync=\'true\' nb_border_color=\'\' border=\'\' border_radius=\'\' border_radius_sync=\'true\' box_shadow=\'\' box_shadow_style=\'0px,0px,0px,0px\' box_shadow_color=\'\' sonar_effect_effect=\'\' sonar_effect_color=\'\' sonar_effect_duration=\'1\' sonar_effect_scale=\'\' sonar_effect_opac=\'0.5\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\nThe Drug Checking Program is temporarily paused while we wait for a federal exemption.\r\n[/av_notification]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-cxd36\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lsuxrp03\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Time &amp; availability</h3>\r\nWalk-ins are welcome! You can also call, text or email to book a time.\r\n\r\n<strong>Hours of operation:</strong>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Mondays             10:30am - 4:30pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\"><wbr />Tuesdays             2:30pm  -  8:30pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Wednesdays       10:30am - 4:30pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Thursdays            2:30pm  - 8:30pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">Fridays                 12:00pm - 6:00pm</div>\r\n<div class=\"gmail_default\">*We will be open the <em>last</em> Saturday of each month from 11:00am -3:00pm.</div>\r\n<br class=\"avia-permanent-lb\" />This service is an extension of the CTS at 150 Duke St. West in Kitchener, ON\r\n\r\nPlease call or text <strong>(226) 789-1719</strong> for inquiries or to book a time or Email: <a href=\"mailto:Drugchecking@sanguen.com\"><strong>Drugchecking@sanguen.com</strong></a>\r\n<h3>Guelph Drug Checking options:</h3>\r\n<a href=\"https://wgdrugstrategy.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Drug-Checking-Info_2024FINAL-1.pdf\">Click here</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_one_half][av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-1wz3z6\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lsuxrv30\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3>Sign Up For The Newsletter!</h3>\r\n<div class=\"sender-form-field\" style=\"text-align: left; margin-top: 20px;\" data-sender-form-id=\"lsuwm1gtbdmr5dknsoc\"></div>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]','Drug Checking Program','','inherit','closed','closed','','2002-revision-v1','','','2025-04-25 14:41:17','2025-04-25 18:41:17','',2002,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2619',0,'revision','',0),
(2620,26,'2025-04-25 14:45:16','2025-04-25 18:45:16','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzs9vt5\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'1829\' video=\'http://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' title=\'The Sanguen Mobile Health Clinic\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av_uid=\'av-301run\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\nPowered by Telus Health\r\n[/av_slide_full]\r\n\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-aungj\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">What Is the Mobile Primary Care Bus?</h2>\r\nThe Mobile Primary Care Bus, powered by TELUS Health, launched January 2020. The Bus is an extension of the excellent work that Sanguen has been offering the region for years. The Bus works through a harm reduction lens, offering low barrier health care to folks within the Region of Waterloo who are precariously housed or unhoused and are negatively affected by the social determinants of health.\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-lh2hxpku\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-33\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">TELUS Health for Good</h3>\r\nThe Telus Mobile Primary Care Bus (previously Telus Mobile Health Bus) is a part of the TELUS Health for Good program which helps connect underserved individuals to the heath care they need across Canada. The Bus is equipped with TELUS Health\'s electronic medical record (EMR) and TELUS Wi-Fi. This means that medical and mental health data can be collected and stored over time and offer better continuity of care for patients who previously had undocumented health histories. To learn more about the TELUS Health for Good program visit: <a href=\"https://www.telus.com/en/blog/social-impact/health-for-good-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>TELUS Health for Good</strong>.</a>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-lh2hxpku-32\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-31\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Bus Team Members</h3>\r\nThe Bus is staffed with a Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse and two Social Support Workers. The bus is also supported by Infectious Disease Physician, Dr. Steingart, who offers Hepatitis C treatment right off of the Bus\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_third first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-6ilghb\']\r\n[av_video src=\'https://youtu.be/Awr4WiZY6Po\' mobile_image=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' format=\'16-9\' width=\'16\' height=\'9\' conditional_play=\'\' av_uid=\'av-kkzxsxpl\']\r\n[/av_one_third]\r\n\r\n[av_two_third min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-42kaz3\']\r\n[av_gallery ids=\'1284,1283\' style=\'thumbnails\' preview_size=\'portfolio\' crop_big_preview_thumbnail=\'avia-gallery-big-crop-thumb\' thumb_size=\'portfolio\' columns=\'3\' imagelink=\'lightbox\' lazyload=\'avia_lazyload\' av_uid=\'av-kkzxabmt\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[/av_two_third]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'short\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-jkzubfi0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-30\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Services Provided:</h2>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-14k9wf3\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-28\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Testing and Treatment</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_iconlist position=\'left\' iconlist_styling=\'\' animation=\'\' custom_title_size=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' color=\'custom\' custom_bg=\'#11abd6\' custom_font=\'\' custom_border=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2hn9mw\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Sexually transmitted infections including\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-13nd9tb\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Hepatitis C, HIV, Syphilis, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-11uhvqn\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Pregnancy, including follow up care\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-zd4pu7\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[/av_iconlist]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-60y63z\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-27\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Social Support</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_iconlist position=\'left\' iconlist_styling=\'\' animation=\'\' custom_title_size=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' color=\'custom\' custom_bg=\'#11abd6\' custom_font=\'\' custom_border=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2hn9mw-26\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Support for appointments and connection to community resources\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-3rpsbz\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'OW/ODSP, Harm reduction, ID\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-2du39r\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[/av_iconlist]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-uasxjj\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-25\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Primary Care</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_iconlist position=\'left\' iconlist_styling=\'\' animation=\'\' custom_title_size=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' color=\'custom\' custom_bg=\'#11abd6\' custom_font=\'\' custom_border=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2hn9mw-24\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Preventative Healthcare\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-tlhkwf\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Screening and management of chronic disease\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-r30c3j\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Referrals to specialists\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-ptue5b\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[/av_iconlist]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-o9b2jj\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-23\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Contraception</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_iconlist position=\'left\' iconlist_styling=\'\' animation=\'\' custom_title_size=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' color=\'custom\' custom_bg=\'#11abd6\' custom_font=\'\' custom_border=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2hn9mw-22\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'IUD and Implant insertions/removals\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-ls8mfz\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Injectable, oral, patch and ring\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-kuawyn\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Emergency Contraception\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-jrst9r\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[/av_iconlist]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-h45ydb\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-21\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Urgent/Episodic Care</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_iconlist position=\'left\' iconlist_styling=\'\' animation=\'\' custom_title_size=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' color=\'custom\' custom_bg=\'#11abd6\' custom_font=\'\' custom_border=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2hn9mw-20\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Respiratory Illness\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-g4laz3\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Infections and abscesses\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-edl00v\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Suture/Staple Removal\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-c07nlb\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Dental Infections\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-arjpsf\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[/av_iconlist]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-90q9r3\']\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-19\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Hep C</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_iconlist position=\'left\' iconlist_styling=\'\' animation=\'\' custom_title_size=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' color=\'custom\' custom_bg=\'#11abd6\' custom_font=\'\' custom_border=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2hn9mw-18\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Testing and Treatment\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-780gan\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[/av_iconlist]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztl2ku-17\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Vaccines</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_iconlist position=\'left\' iconlist_styling=\'\' animation=\'\' custom_title_size=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' color=\'custom\' custom_bg=\'#11abd6\' custom_font=\'\' custom_border=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-lh2hn9mw-16\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n[av_iconlist_item title=\'Covid, Flu, Hep A/B, Pneumonia, Tetanus\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' linkelement=\'\' icon=\'ue812\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-wnbmkv\'][/av_iconlist_item]\r\n[/av_iconlist]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-npg9in\']\r\n[av_hr class=\'short\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-jkzubfi0-29\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-ksz1v3wh\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Primary Care Telus Bus Schedule</h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_table purpose=\'pricing\' pricing_table_design=\'avia_pricing_default\' pricing_hidden_cells=\'\' caption=\'\' responsive_styling=\'avia_responsive_table\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-mob8sv\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_row row_style=\'avia-heading-row\' av_uid=\'av-koq30v\'][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-idt9bj\']Monday[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-h8dhm7\']Tuesday[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-f6vizj\']Wednesday[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-e4rcu7\']Thursday[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-cce6mn\']Friday[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-b80cnz\'][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9sjff3\']Mondays - Kitchener\r\n\r\n10:30am-12:00pm: Healing of the Seven Generations, 300 Frederick St\r\n\r\n1pm-4:30pm: A Better Tent City, 49 Ardelt Ave[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-pcvn3\']Tuesdays - Cambridge\r\n\r\n10:30-12:30: The Vineyard, 147 Elgin St\r\n\r\n1pm-4:30pm: Drop-In, 150 Main St\r\n\r\n3:30pm-5:30pm: NP available via phone at Cambridge Food Bank and the Bridges[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-68ynwv\']Available by Phone\r\n\r\nOutreach in the Community[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4e4r9b\']Thursdays - Kitchener\r\n\r\n11:00am-3/3:30pm: A Better Tent City, 49 Ardelt Ave\r\n\r\n5pm-7:30/8pm: Weber Inn, 1455 Weber St E[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2i2p3j\']BUS DOES NOT RUN ON FRIDAY\r\n\r\n[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[/av_table]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2nu68f\']\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'short\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-jkzubfi0-15\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztybs2\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">We Need Your Support</h3>\r\n<strong>Community support is crucial to the success of The Telus Mobile Health Bus.</strong> As a registered charity, Sanguen will provide a tax receipt for your donations. You can donate to The Telus Mobile Health Bus various ways through our <a href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/donate/\">Donations Page</a>\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'short\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-jkzubfi0-14\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkztybs2-13\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Contact Us</h3>\r\nTo learn more about the Mobile Primary Care Health Bus, Call 519-603-0223, or email info@sanguen.com\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_one_full]','Telus Mobile Health Bus','','inherit','closed','closed','','1279-revision-v1','','','2025-04-25 14:45:16','2025-04-25 18:45:16','',1279,'https://sanguen.com/?p=2620',0,'revision','',0),
(2638,26,'2025-06-02 03:09:58','2025-06-02 07:09:58','','Jan25-Drop-In-Volunteer-Calendar','','inherit','open','closed','','jan25-drop-in-volunteer-calendar-2','','','2025-06-02 03:09:58','2025-06-02 07:09:58','',207,'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Jan25-Drop-In-Volunteer-Calendar.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),
(2625,26,'2025-05-21 04:50:18','2025-05-21 08:50:18','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzo2sbs\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'167\' video=\'http://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' title=\'Sanguen Health Centre\' custom_title_size=\'34\' custom_content_size=\'27\' caption_pos=\'caption_left caption_left_framed caption_framed\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' font_color=\'custom\' custom_title=\'#ffffff\' custom_content=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-10rve\' video_autoplay=\'\' video_controls=\'\' video_mute=\'\' video_loop=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' overlay_enable=\'\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\nSanguen is a not-for-profit, community-based health care agency with offices in Waterloo and Guelph, Ontario.\r\n[/av_slide_full]\r\n\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'av-align-top\' space=\'\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_column_order=\'\' min_col_height=\'\' padding=\'\' svg_div_top=\'\' svg_div_top_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_top_width=\'100\' svg_div_top_height=\'50\' svg_div_top_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_top_flip=\'\' svg_div_top_invert=\'\' svg_div_top_front=\'\' svg_div_top_opacity=\'\' svg_div_top_preview=\'\' svg_div_bottom=\'\' svg_div_bottom_color=\'#333333\' svg_div_bottom_width=\'100\' svg_div_bottom_height=\'50\' svg_div_bottom_max_height=\'none\' svg_div_bottom_flip=\'\' svg_div_bottom_invert=\'\' svg_div_bottom_front=\'\' svg_div_bottom_opacity=\'\' svg_div_bottom_preview=\'\' border=\'\' border_style=\'solid\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_color3=\'\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' animation=\'\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' title_attr=\'\' alt_attr=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' mobile_col_pos=\'0\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' aria_label=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3rr6\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m7npwy5i\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Introducing Sanguen’s First-Ever Community Impact Report: Read it</span> <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https://2025.sanguen.com/community-impact-report/\">Here</a></span></h3>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-1ozee\']\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-jkzo61kw\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzo4a74\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\nSanguen is a not-for-profit, community-based health care agency with offices in Waterloo and Guelph, Ontario.\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">About Us</h2>\r\n<h4>Vision:</h4>\r\nAt Sanguen Health, we envision a future where housing status no longer dictates suffering and where everyone feels empowered to pursue proactive health for themselves. We strive towards this by offering expert and compassionate Hepatitis C and primary care, alongside innovative programs that are rooted in harm reduction and aim to address our patient’s diverse needs. Through education and outreach, we aim to raise awareness of harm reduction, combat stigma, and minimize the impact that marginalization has on vulnerable communities.\r\n<h4>Mission:</h4>\r\nOur mission is to passionately serve and empower individuals in Waterloo Region and Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph who are living with or at risk for Hepatitis C. We achieve this by delivering unparalleled education, targeted outreach, unwavering support, and top-tier medical care, ensuring comprehensive and compassionate assistance at every step of their journey towards wellness.\r\n\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_one_half min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' row_boxshadow=\'\' row_boxshadow_color=\'\' row_boxshadow_width=\'10\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' highlight=\'\' highlight_size=\'\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' column_boxshadow=\'\' column_boxshadow_color=\'\' column_boxshadow_width=\'10\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-ph1hm\']\r\n[av_slideshow size=\'portfolio\' animation=\'slide\' conditional_play=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' av_uid=\'av-jox9o7fe\']\r\n[av_slide slide_type=\'image\' id=\'174\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' title=\'Waterloo Region Office\' link_apply=\'image\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-f9v4i\'][/av_slide]\r\n[av_slide slide_type=\'image\' id=\'624\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' title=\'Guelph-Wellington Office\' link_apply=\'image\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-8nnia\'][/av_slide]\r\n[/av_slideshow]\r\n[/av_one_half]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-jkzomrfp\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzoo5sd\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">WE SPECIALIZE IN</h2>\r\nAt Sanguen we believe that people living in at-risk communities deserve compassionate support and accurate information to assist them to make informed choices about their lives. Visit our programs and services page for a complete list of offerings.\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'short\' height=\'50\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' position=\'center\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' icon_select=\'yes\' custom_icon_color=\'\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' av_uid=\'av-jkzomrfp-1\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'#ffffff\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jkzorh2k\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">The History of Sanguen Health Centre</h2>\r\nSanguen was started in response to a community need. Through his work at Grand River Hospital, Dr. Chris Steingart, an infectious disease physician, recognized that there were many people living with Hepatitis C in Waterloo Region, and in Guelph-Wellington, who could benefit from medical treatment and support. Together with his wife Michelle, Sanguen was formed and has become an important resource and support for people living in at-risk communities.\r\n\r\nSanguen continues to provide Hepatitis C testing, treatment, support, outreach, and education in both Waterloo Region and Guelph-Wellington. Our team partners with other agencies and groups, whenever possible, to enhance our ability to work with patients and clients who have, or who are at-risk of, Hepatitis C.\r\n[/av_textblock]','About','','inherit','closed','closed','','38-revision-v1','','','2025-05-21 04:50:18','2025-05-21 08:50:18','',38,'https://2025.sanguen.com/?p=2625',0,'revision','',0),
(2622,26,'2024-12-01 15:37:07','2024-12-01 20:37:07','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m461oko2\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'2320\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'Resources \' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' custom_title_size=\'34\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'27\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m461oj4c\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\nInformation about Sanguen and the community\n[/av_slide_full]\n[/av_slideshow_full]\n\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3iaqf3\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is Harm Reduction?</span></h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harm reduction can refer to a range of activities, including programs and policies, that aim to reduce the potentially adverse health, social and economic consequences of substance use, without requiring abstinence from substances. Inherent in the harm reduction approach is a way of working with people that “meets people where they are at” in a client-centered, non-judgmental, pragmatic way, regardless of whether they are using substances or not.</span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the context of the drug poisoning and policy crisis that has created an increasingly unpredictable and toxic unregulated supply, harm reduction is intended to support keeping people alive.</span>\n\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Harm Reduction Resources:</span>\n\n<a href=\"https://ontario.cmha.ca/harm-reduction/#:~:text=Harm%20Reduction%20is%20an%20evidence,substances%20from%20abstaining%20or%20stopping.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMHA</span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n</span></a><a href=\"https://ohrn.org/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ontario Harm Reduction Network</span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n</span></a><a href=\"https://drugpolicy.ca/our-work/issues/harm-reduction/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canadian Drug Policy Coalition</span></a>\n[/av_textblock]\n\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-5gtbb3\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\n\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m46098hw\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Overdose Prevention in Waterloo Region</h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overdose continues to be a concern in Waterloo Region, and across Canada. If you are using drugs or caring for someone who is using drugs, the following links provide information on preventing overdose:</span>\n<h3>How to reduce the risk of an overdose</h3>\n<!--more-->\n<ul>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use with someone else and take turns spotting for each other. A buddy system is safer than using alone.</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a supervised consumption service. </span><a href=\"https://sanguen.com/consumption-and-treatment-services/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Kitchener CTS</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at 150 Duke Street operates everyday from 9am - 9pm. </span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you must use alone, have a safety plan. Get someone to check on you either by phone or in person. Before you use alone, call the National Overdose Prevention Line at 1-888-688-NORS (6677). </span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider your supply. Ask others about what they are experiencing with the same drug or batch. You can also have your </span><a href=\"https://sanguen.com/drug-checking-program/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drugs checked</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the Kitchener CTS. </span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch for drug alerts on Sanguen’s social media accounts or through the </span><a href=\"https://www.waterlooregiondrugstrategy.ca/Modules/News/Search.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug alert system</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as part of the Waterloo Region Integrated Drug Strategy. </span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start with a small amount.</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mixing substances, including alcohol, increases risk of overdose.</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get naloxone. I</span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">njectable and nasal spray naloxone is available </span><b>free</b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at select pharmacies. Check the </span><a href=\"https://www.ontario.ca/page/where-get-free-naloxone-kit\"><b>Naloxone Kit Finder</b></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to search for pharmacies in your area.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Know the signs of overdose</strong> </span></h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following signs may indicate that a person you are with is experiencing an overdose:</span>\n<ul>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can’t wake the person up</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathing is very slow, erratic or has stopped</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep snoring or gurgling sounds</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fingernails or lips are blue or purple</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Body is very limp</span></li>\n</ul>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download the signs of opioid overdose </span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infographic from Toronto Public Health <a href=\"https://www.toronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/9554-Signs-of-Opioid-overdose.pdf\">here</a>.</span>\n<h3><strong>5 Steps to Overdose Response </strong></h3>\n<ol>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shout and Shake: shout their name and shake their shoulders.</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Call 911: If the person is unresponsive, call 911 immediately. If you’re worried about being in trouble, learn more about the </span><a href=\"https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/s01002\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good Samaritan Act</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. </span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Administer Naloxone: 1 spray into the person’s nostril and/or 1 ampoule into the person’s arm or leg.</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start CPR: Do chest compressions and/or rescue breathing.</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assess if it’s working: If there is no improvement in 2 – 3 minutes, repeat steps 3 &amp; 4.</span></li>\n</ol>\n[/av_textblock]\n\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-3o32f3\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\n\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4blb3pq\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Overdose Prevention in Waterloo Region</h3>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overdose continues to be a concern in Waterloo Region, and across Canada. If you are using drugs or caring for someone who is using drugs, the following links provide information on preventing overdose:</span>\n[/av_textblock]\n\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bkpk08\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\n[av_toggle title=\'How to reduce the risk of an overdose\' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2s137j\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\n<ul>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use with someone else and take turns spotting for each other. A buddy system is safer than using alone.</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a supervised consumption service. </span><a href=\"https://sanguen.com/consumption-and-treatment-services/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Kitchener CTS</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at 150 Duke Street operates everyday from 9am - 9pm. </span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you must use alone, have a safety plan. Get someone to check on you either by phone or in person. Before you use alone, call the National Overdose Prevention Line at 1-888-688-NORS (6677). </span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider your supply. Ask others about what they are experiencing with the same drug or batch. You can also have your </span><a href=\"https://sanguen.com/drug-checking-program/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drugs checked</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the Kitchener CTS. </span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch for drug alerts on Sanguen’s social media accounts or through the </span><a href=\"https://www.waterlooregiondrugstrategy.ca/Modules/News/Search.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drug alert system</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as part of the Waterloo Region Integrated Drug Strategy. </span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start with a small amount.</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mixing substances, including alcohol, increases risk of overdose.</span></li>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get naloxone. I</span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">njectable and nasal spray naloxone is available </span><b>free</b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at select pharmacies. Check the </span><a href=\"https://www.ontario.ca/page/where-get-free-naloxone-kit\"><b>Naloxone Kit Finder</b></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to search for pharmacies in your area.</span></li>\n</ul>\n[/av_toggle]\n[/av_toggle_container]\n\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bl1yvz\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\n[av_toggle title=\'Know the Signs of Overdose\' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bl1wxz\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\n<ul>\n 	<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">The following signs may indicate that a person you are with is experiencing an overdose:\n<ul>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Can’t wake the person up</li>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Breathing is very slow, erratic or has stopped</li>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Deep snoring or gurgling sounds</li>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Fingernails or lips are blue or purple</li>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Body is very limp</li>\n</ul>\nDownload the signs of opioid overdose infographic from Toronto Public Health <a href=\"https://www.toronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/9554-Signs-of-Opioid-overdose.pdf\">here</a>.</li>\n</ul>\n[/av_toggle]\n[/av_toggle_container]\n\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'toggle\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'custom\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'#99bfe8\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'20\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bl798n\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\n[av_toggle title=\'5 Steps to Overdose Response\' tags=\'\' custom_id=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m4bl64zd\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\n<ol>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Shout and Shake: shout their name and shake their shoulders.</li>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Call 911: If the person is unresponsive, call 911 immediately. If you’re worried about being in trouble, learn more about the <a href=\"https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/s01002\">Good Samaritan Act</a>.</li>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Administer Naloxone: 1 spray into the person’s nostril and/or 1 ampoule into the person’s arm or leg.</li>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Start CPR: Do chest compressions and/or rescue breathing.</li>\n 	<li aria-level=\"1\">Assess if it’s working: If there is no improvement in 2 – 3 minutes, repeat steps 3 &amp; 4.</li>\n</ol>\n[/av_toggle]\n[/av_toggle_container]\n\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2012mn\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\n\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m460hv82\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\n<h3></h3>\n<h3></h3>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Loss of Harm Reduction Programs in Ontario</span></strong></h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Provincial government has recently announced the decision to close supervised consumption sites throughout Ontario including the Consumption and Treatment Services site in Kitchener. Supervised consumption sites save lives by providing harm reduction supports </span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and are backed by a robust base of evidence. The closure of the Kitchener CTS site will </span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">result in widespread harms, including increased preventable deaths of community </span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">members. Many supporters have come forward with questions and offers to help. We will keep this page updated with any information or decisions that are available. </span>\n[/av_textblock]\n\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m460qxy4\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: #000000;\">Information and Resources to Help and Support Harm Reduction</span></h3>\n<h2></h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HART Hubs information</span></h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- Ministry of Health Announcement regarding closure of CTS locations and funding for HART Hubs - </span><a href=\"https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1004955/ontario-protecting-communities-and-supporting-addiction-recovery-with-new-treatment-hubs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/1004955/ontario-protecting-communities-and-supporting-addiction-recovery-with-new-treatment-hubs</span></a>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letters to support Harm Reduction </span></h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-RNAO Action Alert </span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask the </span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">premier to withdraw his plan to close SCSs and slash harm reduction services in Ontario.</span> <a href=\"https://rnao.ca/policy/action-alerts/withdraw-your-plan-to-close-supervised-consumption-sites-premier\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://rnao.ca/policy/action-alerts/withdraw-your-plan-to-close-supervised-consumption-sites-premier</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- How to find your MPP - </span><a href=\"https://www.ola.org/en/members/current\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.ola.org/en/members/current</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- Sample letter templates </span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letter for community -</span>\n\n<a href=\"https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jupK4OYGtZR6PXORSayO9iTXJUkgXCcB/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jupK4OYGtZR6PXORSayO9iTXJUkgXCcB/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letter for CTS clients who also want to write their own content:</span>\n\n<a href=\"https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y2DOYrDP9elX-06kBTLmNU57Cu-VofRu/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y2DOYrDP9elX-06kBTLmNU57Cu-VofRu/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letter for CTS clients to sign -</span>\n\n<a href=\"https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vfyt91U3l_skU2xUSVE0xdx9Mf0poPF5/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vfyt91U3l_skU2xUSVE0xdx9Mf0poPF5/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=101842238615521945316&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true</span></a>\n\n<b>Statements regarding the loss of Harm Reduction programs</b>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- CAMH </span><a href=\"https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/camh-statement-supervised-consumption-sites-082024\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/camh-statement-supervised-consumption-sites-082024</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- CMHA </span><a href=\"https://ontario.cmha.ca/news/maintain-aspects-of-harm-reduction-as-part-of-hub-model-lessen-the-stigma-around-opioid-use/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://ontario.cmha.ca/news/maintain-aspects-of-harm-reduction-as-part-of-hub-model-lessen-the-stigma-around-opioid-use/</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- Alliance for Healthier Communities </span><a href=\"https://www.allianceon.org/news/Eliminating-access-vital-harm-reduction-care-and-programs-will-have-high-costs-Ontario-families\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.allianceon.org/news/Eliminating-access-vital-harm-reduction-care-and-programs-will-have-high-costs-Ontario-families</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- CPHA </span><a href=\"https://www.cpha.ca/dead-people-dont-need-recovery-beds-ontarios-closure-ten-supervised-consumption-facilities-will\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.cpha.ca/dead-people-dont-need-recovery-beds-ontarios-closure-ten-supervised-consumption-facilities-will</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">- CATIE </span><a href=\"https://www.catie.ca/catie-calls-for-a-hold-on-closing-ontario-supervised-consumption-sites?utm_source=CATIE+Email+Subscriptions&amp;utm_campaign=908a6b7f30-tce_email_en_082124&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_term=0_ae993f6577-908a6b7f30-45818571&amp;ct=t(tce_email_en_082124)\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.catie.ca/catie-calls-for-a-hold-on-closing-ontario-supervised-consumption-sites?utm_source=CATIE+Email+Subscriptions&amp;utm_campaign=908a6b7f30-tce_email_en_082124&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_term=0_ae993f6577-908a6b7f30-45818571&amp;ct=t(tce_email_en_082124)</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WRIDS: </span><a href=\"https://www.waterlooregiondrugstrategy.ca/en/data-and-research/resources/Reports/WRIDS-CTS-Statement-Aug-21-2024.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.waterlooregiondrugstrategy.ca/en/data-and-research/resources/Reports/WRIDS-CTS-Statement-Aug-21-2024.pdf</span></a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> </span>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other Resources</span></h2>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sanguen Health Centre and WRIDS 2 Pager on Harm Reduction:</span>\n\nTBD\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions about Supervised Consumption Sites - CATIE </span><a href=\"https://www.catie.ca/sites/default/files/2024-08/CATIE-Frequently-Asked-Questions-Supervised-Consumption-Services.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.catie.ca/sites/default/files/2024-08/CATIE-Frequently-Asked-Questions-Supervised-Consumption-Services.pdf</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community Advocacy Groups  </span><a href=\"https://www.drugactionteam.ca/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https://www.drugactionteam.ca/</span></a>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newsletter</span>\n\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sign up for our monthly newsletter with updates about Sanguen Health Centre, Harm Reduction and other community impacts. </span>\n\n<img class=\"alignnone wp-image-2069\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/instagram-icon_1057-2227.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"366\" height=\"366\" />place holder for newsletter sign up form\n[/av_textblock]\n\n[av_hr class=\'invisible\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' font=\'entypo-fontello\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'500\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-24ayr3\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\n\n[av_toggle_container faq_markup=\'\' initial=\'0\' mode=\'accordion\' sort=\'\' styling=\'\' colors=\'\' font_color=\'\' background_color=\'\' border_color=\'\' toggle_icon_color=\'\' colors_current=\'\' font_color_current=\'\' toggle_icon_color_current=\'\' background_current=\'\' background_color_current=\'\' background_gradient_current_direction=\'vertical\' background_gradient_current_color1=\'#000000\' background_gradient_current_color2=\'#ffffff\' background_gradient_current_color3=\'\' hover_colors=\'\' hover_font_color=\'\' hover_background_color=\'\' hover_toggle_icon_color=\'\' size-toggle=\'\' av-medium-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-small-font-size-toggle=\'\' av-mini-font-size-toggle=\'\' size-content=\'\' av-medium-font-size-content=\'\' av-small-font-size-content=\'\' av-mini-font-size-content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-5w2v9b\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\n[av_toggle title=\'Toggle 1\' tags=\'\' av_uid=\'av-4x42wf\'][/av_toggle]\n[av_toggle title=\'Toggle 2\' tags=\'\' av_uid=\'av-372a8f\'][/av_toggle]\n[/av_toggle_container]','Resources','','publish','closed','closed','','resources-2','','','2024-12-01 15:37:07','2024-12-01 20:37:07','',0,'https://sanguen.com/?page_id=2415',0,'page','',0),
(2506,26,'2024-12-31 16:23:11','2024-12-31 21:23:11','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' max_height=\'20%\' stretch=\'\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m65kz1gg\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'62\' video=\'https://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'https://\' title=\'Services\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom\' custom_title_size=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' custom_content_size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' heading_tag=\'\' heading_class=\'\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m65kyzq8\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\nServices offered by Sanguen - Click for more information\r\n[/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_slideshow size=\'featured\' control_layout=\'\' perma_caption=\'\' conditional_play=\'\' animation=\'slide\' transition_speed=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' autoplay_stopper=\'\' interval=\'5\' img_scrset=\'\' lazy_loading=\'disabled\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2n2c3e\' sc_version=\'1.0\'][/av_slideshow]\r\n\r\n[av_textblock textblock_styling_align=\'\' textblock_styling=\'\' textblock_styling_gap=\'\' textblock_styling_mobile=\'\' size=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' av_uid=\'av-m6grfiwk\' sc_version=\'1.0\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h1>Programs and Services</h1>\r\nAt Sanguen we believe that people living in at-risk communities deserve compassionate support and accurate information to assist them to make informed choices about their lives.\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[av_hr class=\'default\' icon_select=\'yes\' icon=\'ue808\' position=\'center\' shadow=\'no-shadow\' height=\'50\' custom_border=\'av-border-thin\' custom_width=\'50px\' custom_margin_top=\'30px\' custom_margin_bottom=\'30px\' custom_border_color=\'\' custom_icon_color=\'\' av-desktop-hide=\'\' av-medium-hide=\'\' av-small-hide=\'\' av-mini-hide=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' element_template=\'\' one_element_template=\'\' show_locked_options_fakearg=\'\' av_uid=\'av-2dorbe\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n\r\n[av_table purpose=\'tabular\' pricing_table_design=\'avia_pricing_minimal\' pricing_hidden_cells=\'\' caption=\'\' responsive_styling=\'avia_responsive_table\' alb_description=\'\' id=\'\' custom_class=\'\' template_class=\'\' av_uid=\'av-oj2e3e\' sc_version=\'1.0\']\r\n[av_row row_style=\'avia-heading-row\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']Clinical Programs[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/clinicalpricon.png\" alt=\"Clinical Programs\" />\r\nHepatitis C</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/clinicalpricon.png\" alt=\"Clinical Programs\" />\r\nHIV</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/clinicalpricon.png\" alt=\"Clinical Programs\" />\r\nTesting &amp; Treatment</a>[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']Specialized testing, treatment and outreach for those living with or at risk of Hepatitis C\r\n[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']Access to testing and antiretroviral medication to persons at risk of HIV infection\r\n[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']Testing and treatment options for a variety of STI infections as well as Hep C, HIV, Pregnancy tests and follow up care\r\n[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/clinicalpricon.png\" alt=\"Clinical Programs\" />\r\nPrimary Care</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/clinicalpricon.png\" alt=\"Clinical Programs\" />\r\nSafer Supply</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']Providing preventative healthcare, screening and management of chronic illnesses as well as referrals and other support both in clinic and through our bus program.\r\n[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']Physicians and Nurse Practitioner-led prescriber program to reduce overdose-related harms and death due to the unregulated drug supply.\r\n[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'avia-heading-row\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']Community Outreach[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/communityicon.png\" alt=\"Community Outreach\" />\r\nPeer Support</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/communityicon.png\" alt=\"Community Outreach\" />\r\nCommunity Health Van </a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/communityicon.png\" alt=\"Community Outreach\" />\r\nPrimary Care Bus</a>[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']Our peers are central to our outreach initiatives and typically come from a place of lived or living experience which is essential to building trust and connections[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']The vans make daily stops throughout Waterloo Region and Guelph/Wellington, connecting community members to harm reduction supplies, food, clothing, nursing and social support[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']Working through a harm reduction lens, the bus offers low barrier health care to folks within the region who are precariously housed or unhoused[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/communityicon.png\" alt=\"Community Outreach\" />\r\nWINS Program</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/communityicon.png\" alt=\"Community Outreach\" />\r\nEducation and Training</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/communityicon.png\" alt=\"Community Outreach\" />\r\nVolunteer Programs</a>[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']The “Working to Improve Neighborhood Safety” initiative involves trained Peer Outreach Workers who move throughout the community looking for improperly discarded syringes.[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']Our team can provide harm reduction focused educational workshops and presentations on a variety of topics. All presentations are focused on what’s happening in our community – and include information about local resources.[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']In both Waterloo Region and Guelph Wellington, community members who are interested in volunteering with Sanguen have a variety of options.[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'avia-heading-row\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']Shelter and Housing Supports[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/housingicon.png\" alt=\"Housing\" />\r\nESHRII</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/housingicon.png\" alt=\"Housing\" />\r\nSHHI</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']The Emergency Shelter Harm Reduction Integration Initiative provides low-barrier training and education to shelter staff, leadership and participants to reduce harms associated with substance use.[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']The Supportive Housing and Health Initiative (SHHI) addresses the ongoing challenges faced by individuals transitioning from homelessness to stable housing. [/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'avia-heading-row\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']Overdose Management and Prevention[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\'][/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/overdosepreventicon.png\" alt=\"Overdose Prevention\" /> Consumption &amp; Treatment Services</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/overdosepreventicon.png\" alt=\"Overdose Prevention\" /> Drug Checking Program</a>[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']<a title=\" \" href=\" \" target=\" \" rel=\"noopener\"><img style=\"width: 12%;\" src=\"https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/overdosepreventicon.png\" alt=\"Overdose Prevention\" /> Harm Reduction</a>[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[av_row row_style=\'\'][av_cell col_style=\'\']CTS is a health care service where people can use their own drugs under the supervision of medically trained workers. CTS operates under an exemption to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) and provides a number of wrap-around services as well.[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']Using a device developed by University of Western Ontario researchers, anyone who uses or supports someone who uses drugs can test samples for dangerous fillers and other substances to make informed decisions.[/av_cell][av_cell col_style=\'\']Offered across all of our programs and services - Harm Reduction is a powerful tool in the addictions healthcare continuum.[/av_cell][/av_row]\r\n[/av_table]','Programs and Services','','publish','closed','closed','','programs-and-services','','','2025-06-08 02:35:20','2025-06-08 06:35:20','',0,'https://2024.sanguen.com/2024/?page_id=2506',0,'page','',0),
(2621,26,'2025-05-01 05:56:08','2025-05-01 09:56:08','','May25-Drop-In-Volunteer-Calendar','','inherit','open','closed','','may25-drop-in-volunteer-calendar','','','2025-05-01 05:56:08','2025-05-01 09:56:08','',0,'https://2025.sanguen.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/May25-Drop-In-Volunteer-Calendar.pdf',0,'attachment','application/pdf',0),
(2626,26,'2025-05-21 05:29:55','2025-05-21 09:29:55','[av_slideshow_full size=\'featured\' min_height=\'0px\' stretch=\'\' animation=\'slide\' conditional_play=\'\' autoplay=\'false\' interval=\'5\' control_layout=\'av-control-default\' src=\'\' attachment=\'\' attachment_size=\'\' position=\'top left\' repeat=\'no-repeat\' attach=\'scroll\' av_uid=\'av-jl145a1c\']\r\n[av_slide_full slide_type=\'image\' id=\'300\' video=\'http://\' mobile_image=\'\' fallback_link=\'http://\' video_format=\'\' video_ratio=\'16:9\' title=\'Our Medical Team\' custom_title_size=\'34\' custom_content_size=\'27\' caption_pos=\'caption_bottom caption_bottom_framed caption_framed\' link_apply=\'\' link=\'lightbox\' link_target=\'\' button_label=\'Click me\' button_color=\'light\' link1=\'manually,http://\' link_target1=\'\' button_label2=\'Click me\' button_color2=\'light\' link2=\'manually,http://\' link_target2=\'\' font_color=\'\' custom_title=\'\' custom_content=\'\' overlay_opacity=\'0.5\' overlay_color=\'\' overlay_pattern=\'\' overlay_custom_pattern=\'\' av-medium-font-size-title=\'\' av-small-font-size-title=\'\' av-mini-font-size-title=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-13rkk\'][/av_slide_full]\r\n[/av_slideshow_full]\r\n\r\n[av_one_full first min_height=\'\' vertical_alignment=\'\' space=\'\' custom_margin=\'\' margin=\'0px\' link=\'\' linktarget=\'\' link_hover=\'\' padding=\'0px\' border=\'\' border_color=\'\' radius=\'0px\' background=\'bg_color\' background_color=\'\' background_gradient_color1=\'\' background_gradient_color2=\'\' background_gradient_direction=\'vertical\' src=\'\' background_position=\'top left\' background_repeat=\'no-repeat\' animation=\'\' mobile_breaking=\'\' mobile_display=\'\' av_uid=\'av-9id38\']\r\n\r\n[av_textblock size=\'\' font_color=\'\' color=\'\' av-medium-font-size=\'\' av-small-font-size=\'\' av-mini-font-size=\'\' av_uid=\'av-jl14v496\' admin_preview_bg=\'\']\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Our Medical Team: Providing Clinical Services</h2>\r\nEveryone at Sanguen works together to support you through each step of a Hepatitis C diagnosis. Our clinical team is responsible for the medical part of what we do.\r\n\r\nWhen you visit us, you may meet with just one member of our clinical team, or all of them, depending on what’s appropriate for your treatment.\r\n\r\nIf you are on treatment, it’s important that you stay in touch with the clinical team to discuss how you’re feeling, any side effects that you’re experiencing, and to have various tests done.\r\n<h3>Where can you find the clinical team?</h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li><strong>Monday</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Mobile Health Bus at HO7G (10:30-12:00) and ABTC (1:00-4:00)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Tuesday</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Waterloo Clinic</li>\r\n 	<li>Mobile Health Bus in Cambridge, The Vineyard (10:30-12:30) and MACS 150 Main Drop in (1:00-4:30)</li>\r\n 	<li>The Community Health Van in Cambridge Tuesday night</li>\r\n 	<li>Guelph Clinic: Stepping Stone 12:00-2:00</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Wednesday</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Waterloo Clinic: Nursing and support staff</li>\r\n 	<li>Guelph Clinic: Nursing and support staff</li>\r\n 	<li>The Community Health Van in Guelph and Kitchener</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Thursday</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Waterloo Clinic</li>\r\n 	<li>Guelph Clinic</li>\r\n 	<li>The Community Health Van in Guelph and Kitchener</li>\r\n 	<li>Mobile health bus in Kitchener, ABTC (12:30-4:00), Weber Inn (5:30-7:00), RoH (7:00-8:00)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n 	<li><strong>Friday</strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n 	<li>Waterloo Clinic</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n[/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n[/av_one_full]','Medical Team','','inherit','closed','closed','','316-revision-v1','','','2025-05-21 05:29:55','2025-05-21 09:29:55','',316,'https://2025.sanguen.com/?p=2626',0,'revision','',0),
