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Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)
Supports innovative projects addressing substance use prevention and treatment
Last Update: March 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) provides time-limited contribution funding for projects addressing prevention, harm reduction, and treatment related to substance use, with a focus on community-based, innovative, and evidence-based initiatives. Funded activities may include support for people with lived experience, aftercare services, alcohol use disorder interventions, and tobacco cessation programs; maximum funding amounts for specific projects vary and can reach multimillion-dollar levels, as evidenced by grants exceeding $6 million for select initiatives.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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.
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.
Eligible geographic areas
- All provinces and territories in Canada.
- For organizations located and operating only in Quebec, funding is distributed and managed by the Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux (MSSS) of Quebec.
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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)?
The Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) provides time-limited contribution funding for projects addressing prevention, harm reduction, and treatment related to substance use, with a focus on community-based, innovative, and evidence-based initiatives. Funded activities may include support for people with lived experience, aftercare services, alcohol use disorder interventions, and tobacco cessation programs; maximum funding amounts for specific projects vary and can reach multimillion-dollar levels, as evidenced by grants exceeding $6 million for select initiatives.
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 (ETF) 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
Who are the financial supporters of the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP)?
Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) is funded by Health Canada (ETF)