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Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)
Supports innovative substance use projects
Latest source updateLast Update: May 13, 2026Latest change: The SUAP content now centers on the 2023 call for proposals guidelines, with new application steps, eligibility proof requirements, and a submission deadline of November 22, 2023.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 13, 2026
Latest change: The SUAP content now centers on the 2023 call for proposals guidelines, with new application steps, eligibility proof requirements, and a submission deadline of November 22, 2023.
SUAP guidelines and deadline updated
The SUAP page now presents the 2023 call for proposals guidelines rather than a general overview, and it adds a fixed project start and completion window plus a submission deadline of November 22, 2023. It also introduces a detailed three-step application process, required proof of eligibility, application form sections, and communications instructions for applicants. Eligibility guidance is more explicit, including Quebec-specific instructions, ineligible applicants, and the requirement to follow SUAP Terms and Conditions. The funding priorities and program scope are also expanded with formal principles and assessment context for the call.
Funding available
$ 53,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Canadian not-for-profit health organizations (including hospitals, regional health councils, community health organizations)
See full eligibility
Overview
The Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) provides contribution funding for innovative and evidence-informed projects addressing substance use prevention, harm reduction, and treatment. The program supports community-based initiatives, including aftercare, alcohol use disorder tools, and adult tobacco cessation, with project-specific funding amounts varying.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 53,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Higher Education
- Research
- Hospitals and Rehabilitation
- Mental Health and Crisis Intervention
- Other Health Services
- Social Services
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- General public
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- Women & girls
- LGBTQ+ community
- Rural / Remote communities
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
- Community leaders
- Low-income individuals / families
- Minority groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Local
- Municipal
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Implementation of substance use prevention, harm reduction, and treatment projects at community, regional, and national levels.
- Development and support of peer-led initiatives and roles for people with lived and living experience (PWLLE) in substance use organizations.
- Programs supporting individuals transitioning from treatment or correctional settings back into the community, including aftercare and reintegration supports.
- Creation and delivery of new or innovative interventions for alcohol use disorder and adult tobacco cessation, including adaptation of tools for priority populations.
- Strengthening services and supports across the continuum of care for multiple substances, including comprehensive knowledge sharing, capacity building, and culturally informed approaches.
Documents Needed
- Proof of eligibility documents
- Completed application form
- Supporting documents required by the guidelines
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian not-for-profit health organizations (including hospitals, regional health councils, community health organizations)
- Canadian not-for-profit organizations
- Registered not-for-profit charitable organizations
- Canadian educational institutions (including universities, boards of education, and other centres of education)
- Other levels of government and their agencies (Indigenous, provincial, territorial, municipal)
- First Nations, Métis, and Inuit not-for-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- For-profit companies, including those engaged in commercial activities.
- Individuals seeking funding personally.
- Federal Crown corporations.
Eligible expenses
- Salary and benefits for essential staff, including support workers, clinicians, peer educators, and managers.
- Purchase of supplies and equipment necessary for service delivery (e.g., harm reduction materials, educational tools, tobacco or alcohol cessation support resources).
- Costs related to the organization and delivery of training, workshops, informational sessions, and mentoring programs for staff and participants.
- Fees for external professional services (consultation, mentoring, health expertise, telemedicine technology tools).
- Logistical support expenses such as transportation, accommodation for participants or teams, and rental of spaces necessary for the execution of approved activities.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Projects that discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, religion, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, or disability.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Quebec
Selection criteria
- Evidence-informed approach.
- Meaningful involvement of people with lived and living experience.
- Non-stigmatizing, person-centered design.
- Clear outcomes and performance measurement.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the guidelines
- Read the Call for Proposals 2023 guidelines.
- Check the funding priorities and application requirements.
- Step 2: Prepare the application
- Complete the application form.
- Attach proof of eligibility and required supporting documents.
- Step 3: Submit by email
- Click the Submit Application button in the PDF form.
- Send the completed form by email through your email client.
- Step 4: Quebec organizations
- Obtain the required written authorization for Quebec-only organizations.
- Follow the MSSS instructions for Quebec applicants.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed against the program guidelines and assessment criteria.
- Applicants receive an acknowledgment and a final decision from Health Canada.
- If approved, a contribution agreement is required.
- Recipients must report regularly during the project.
Additional information
- The Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux (MSSS) manages SUAP funds for organizations operating exclusively in Quebec; written authorization from the responsible minister is required.
- New information sessions and presentations may be available to applicants upon request.
- Details on currently funded projects are updated regularly as new agreements are finalized.
- SUAP funding is time-limited and specific to each project.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) Program
What is the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)?
The Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) provides contribution funding for innovative and evidence-informed projects addressing substance use prevention, harm reduction, and treatment. The program supports community-based initiatives, including aftercare, alcohol use disorder tools, and adult tobacco cessation, with project-specific funding amounts varying.
How much funding can be received?
Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) Funds up to $53,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) program?
To be eligible for the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) program, you must:
Canadian not-for-profit organizations or institutions
Other levels of government or their agencies
First Nations, Métis, and Inuit not-for-profit organizations
What expenses are eligible under Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)?
Implementation of substance use prevention, harm reduction, and treatment projects at community, regional, and national levels.
Development and support of peer-led initiatives and roles for people with lived and living experience (PWLLE) in substance use organizations.
Programs supporting individuals transitioning from treatment or correctional settings back into the community, including aftercare and reintegration supports.
Creation and delivery of new or innovative interventions for alcohol use disorder and adult tobacco cessation, including adaptation of tools for priority populations.
Strengthening services and supports across the continuum of care for multiple substances, including comprehensive knowledge sharing, capacity building, and culturally informed approaches.
Who can I contact for more information about the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)?
You can contact Health Canada by email at suap-puds@hc-sc.gc.ca.
Where is the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) available?
The Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) program is available across Canada.
Is the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) is a Grant and Funding