Program Information
On Friday, July 7, the Province of BC announced the addition of three new community-led Peer Assisted Care Teams (PACT) located in Prince George, Kamloops, and the Comox Valley. This announcement follows the commitment of $10 million from the Province in 2022 for new and existing PACTs. These new teams are in addition to three teams currently operating in North and West Vancouver, Victoria and New Westminster.
The Canadian Mental Health Association - BC Division will be administering the request for expression of interest "REOI" for community-based organizations to lead the Peer Assisted Care Program in two communities. PACT is an alternative service to police response to crisis calls related to mental health and substance use. The program pairs a mental health professional with a trained peer crisis responder to provide in-person, trauma-informed, culturally safe support to community residents, specifically those who are at a higher risk of experiencing distress that may lead to police contact and criminalization. In order to meet the acuity of calls for support that would otherwise default to a police or emergency services (i.e., ambulance, fire) response, Peer Assisted Care Teams will be well-equipped and prepared to attend to the majority of calls on the ground, with full dispatch of an immediate, in-person crisis intervention.
At the heart of PACT’s purpose is a deep belief that the right relationship, culturally appropriate care, and an unwavering commitment to dignity and human rights for all - including the unique rights of Indigenous People - will transform health outcomes for those experiencing distress.
Funding Eligibility & Deadline
Funding is available to community-based organizations based in the catchment area. Community-based organizations can apply for funding for activities with a budget determined below. Organizations are encouraged to collaborate and in partnership to submit a collaborative application.
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Deadline: Friday, September 29, 2023 | Friday, October 6, 2023 11:59 pm PST
FINAL DEADLINE: Monday, October 16, 2023, 11:59 pm PST
Applications submitted after the deadline cannot be considered unless a general extension is provided for all applicants.
Resources for Applicants
- Submission Guidelines
- Survey Monkey Apply Guidebook
- Application Form: select the button "Apply"
REOI Virtual Information Session
Applicants and interested community organizations are encouraged to attend one of the following info sessions to learn more about the application process:
- EOI Info Session 1: Wednesday, September 6, 2022, at 11:00 – 12:00 pm: Register Here
- EOI Info Session 2: Friday, September 22, 2022, at 1:00 – 2:00 pm: Register Here
Contact Information
Community-based organizations interested in learning more about this program or for assistance in applying to the program, please contact PACT@cmha.bc.ca
2023 Request for Expression of Interest: Peer Assisted Care Team
Program Information
On Friday, July 7, the Province of BC announced the addition of three new community-led Peer Assisted Care Teams (PACT) located in Prince George, Kamloops, and the Comox Valley. This announcement follows the commitment of $10 million from the Province in 2022 for new and existing PACTs. These new teams are in addition to three teams currently operating in North and West Vancouver, Victoria and New Westminster.
The Canadian Mental Health Association - BC Division will be administering the request for expression of interest "REOI" for community-based organizations to lead the Peer Assisted Care Program in two communities. PACT is an alternative service to police response to crisis calls related to mental health and substance use. The program pairs a mental health professional with a trained peer crisis responder to provide in-person, trauma-informed, culturally safe support to community residents, specifically those who are at a higher risk of experiencing distress that may lead to police contact and criminalization. In order to meet the acuity of calls for support that would otherwise default to a police or emergency services (i.e., ambulance, fire) response, Peer Assisted Care Teams will be well-equipped and prepared to attend to the majority of calls on the ground, with full dispatch of an immediate, in-person crisis intervention.
At the heart of PACT’s purpose is a deep belief that the right relationship, culturally appropriate care, and an unwavering commitment to dignity and human rights for all - including the unique rights of Indigenous People - will transform health outcomes for those experiencing distress.
Funding Eligibility & Deadline
Funding is available to community-based organizations based in the catchment area. Community-based organizations can apply for funding for activities with a budget determined below. Organizations are encouraged to collaborate and in partnership to submit a collaborative application.
Service Area - Community-led Peer Assisted Care Teams in: |
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Deadline: Friday, September 29, 2023 | Friday, October 6, 2023 11:59 pm PST
FINAL DEADLINE: Monday, October 16, 2023, 11:59 pm PST
Applications submitted after the deadline cannot be considered unless a general extension is provided for all applicants.
Resources for Applicants
- Submission Guidelines
- Survey Monkey Apply Guidebook
- Application Form: select the button "Apply"
REOI Virtual Information Session
Applicants and interested community organizations are encouraged to attend one of the following info sessions to learn more about the application process:
- EOI Info Session 1: Wednesday, September 6, 2022, at 11:00 – 12:00 pm: Register Here
- EOI Info Session 2: Friday, September 22, 2022, at 1:00 – 2:00 pm: Register Here
Contact Information
Community-based organizations interested in learning more about this program or for assistance in applying to the program, please contact PACT@cmha.bc.ca