Mission, Vision and Values

Mission

Street Health is a leader in improving the health and well-being of people who are homeless or under-housed or underserved through low barrier and equitable care, advocacy and education.

 

Vision

Everyone have equitable access to quality health care and resources to achieve well-being.

 

Values

Social Justice:

We are guided by a social justice framework and are committed to advocating for social and economic equity. We believe that access to health care, adequate income and affordable housing is a fundamental human right.

Decolonization, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion:

Our work is rooted in anti-oppression/anti-discriminatory practices and strives towards cultural safety and humility. We value and promote diversity and equity within our workforce, with community partners, and the people we serve. Including people with lived/living experience is a key strength to making programs welcoming and well informed.

Collaboration:

Street Health staff, board and clients work collaboratively with each other and with our community partners to develop and provide creative programs, services and resources that are responsive to our community’s needs.

Client Centered Low Barrier Care:

Our programs and services are accessible, inclusive, non-judgmental, caring and flexible. We recognize client’s rights to self- determination.

Harm Reduction Approach:

Our harm reduction focus ensures that everyone, regardless of substance use or other risk -taking behaviours, is treated with respect and without stigma. Street Health provides services in a non-judgmental way regardless of substance use.