Addiction Medicine at Downtown Eastside Connections Clinic

429 Alexander Street Vancouver, BC V6A 1C6
- Main: (604) 675-3600
- After hours / Access central referral line: 1 (866) 658-1221
Fax: (604) 675-3610

Notice to new clients

Connections has temporarily paused intakes for new clients.

Downtown Eastside (DTES) Connections is a low-barrier addictions clinic serving those with opioid use disorder who may find barriers using other addiction services. This clinic offers rapid access to oral opioid agonist treatments. This service offers rapid access to oral opioid agonist treatments (OAT) and connection to other services including bed-based substance-use treatment programs, mental health and primary care. Programming is transitional with the goal of stabilization then transfer to appropriate community-based health services.

How to access

Check eligibility

Individuals living or regularly interacting within the DTES and have a history of opioid use disorder. Do not have a family doctor currently offering opiate agonist treatment.
Get a referral

A referral is required.

Monday: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Thursday: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Friday: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Sunday: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm

More about this service

Downtown Eastside Connections

Downtown Eastside Connections is a low-barrier addictions clinic serving those with opioid use disorder who may find barriers using other addiction services. This clinic offers rapid access to oral opioid agonist treatments.