Nearby clinics, a downloadable taper tracking tool, or guidance on symptom relief supplements?

Overview of Key Resources

1. Opioid Treatment Access Line

   • What it offers: A toll-free number (1-833-804-8111, daily 9 am–4 pm) connecting you to doctors or nurses who can prescribe methadone, Suboxone, or Kadian same day and link you with local supports bc.211.ca vancouverdivision.com vancouver.pathwaysbc.ca.

   • Cost: Covered by BC PharmaCare for residents enrolled in MSP; temporary coverage also available en.wikipedia.org www2.gov.bc.ca helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca.

2. Rapid Access Addiction Clinic (RAAC) at St. Paul’s

   • Location: 1081 Burrard Street, 2nd Floor, St. Paul’s Hospital.

   • Services: Walk-in, same-day interdisciplinary care (physicians, nurses, social workers), stabilization, medication management (opioids, alcohol, stimulants), referrals to ongoing care helpstpauls.com providencehealthcare.org vch.ca.

   • Hours: 9 am–4 pm, seven days a week (closed 12–1 pm) bc.211.ca.

   • Cost: Free, no CareCard required bc.211.ca www2.gov.bc.ca.

3. Downtown Eastside Connections Clinic

   • Services: Low-barrier same-day opioid agonist therapy, outreach, referrals, and ongoing support, open daily canatc.ca vch.ca fraserhealth.ca.

4. Government of Canada

   • Get Help with Substance Use canada.ca

Recommendations to Get Started

1. Call the Opioid Treatment Access Line

   • Quickest path to same-day initiation of opioid agonist treatment (OAT) medications and referral to local care.

2. Visit RAAC for in-person support

   • A strong option if you'd prefer face-to-face care—drop in at 9 am to get help right away.

3. Use Connections Clinic for DTES access

   • Ideal for those already in or near the Downtown Eastside, offering same-day care and pathways to stabilization.

Next Steps

• Choose your pathway:

  • Phone-first approach: Call 1-833-804-8111.

  • Walk-in clinic: Visit RAAC at 1081 Burrard at 9 am sharp.

  • Community-based clinic: Go to DTES Connections.

• Prepare for your visit or call:

  • Bring your BC Services Card (if available).

  • Be ready to share your current opioid use, health history, and mental health needs.

• Follow through:

  • These are initial access points—expect referrals to ongoing medical care, counseling, and peer support programs.