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University Of Victoria Cannabis Study

4/23/2021

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We are looking for participants to take an online survey on the use of cannabis for HIV symptom management. The broad objective of this study is to understand the experience of people living with HIV who use cannabis to help reduce and management their symptoms. Specifically, this survey covers three broad categories of questions:
  • The use of cannabis to reduce and manage symptoms
  • The impact of legalization on cannabis use and access
  • The impact of COVID-19 on cannabis use and access
The study is funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and the Principal Investigator is Dr. Marilou Gagnon of the University of Victoria. Members of the research team include: Dr. Adrian Guta, Dr. Zach Walsh, Dr. Carol Strike, Dr. Jason Nickerson, Nancy Chow, Richard Elliott, and Trevor Stratton.


To participants in this study, participants must:

  • Identify as an adult living with HIV in Canada
  • Use cannabis to reduce and manage symptoms (for example, appetite loss, weight loss (wasting), nausea, vomiting, pain, anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, etc.)
  • Be able to complete the online survey in English or French
    • English survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/MD3LYMP
    • French survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/MDF6BJS
We kindly ask you to forward the attached poster to your clients or members, post in your organizations (i.e., bulletin board) and on your social media. Feel free to use the following short description along with the poster and recruitment material (attached):  New study on the use of cannabis for HIV symptom management is looking for participants! Are you an adult living with HIV? Do you use cannabis to help reduce and manage your symptoms? Do you want to share your experience? Complete this survey https://www.surveymonkey.ca/r/MD3LYMP. It takes 20-30 minutes to complete. Get a chance to win a cash prize of $100, $50, or $25. 


For more information on this study or questions, please contact the Research Coordinator:
Alayna Payne csmcoord@uvic.ca


Sincerely,
The research team

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SMLCS Exchange Corner

4/8/2021

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SMLCS Exchange Corner
Funded by New horizons

The exchange corner project was initiated by a request and thought of community senior Darlene Pulliam.

This is a program for seniors to allow them to access books, craft supplies and small tools. As well as small musical instruments like shakers, rattlers and tambourines.

We will do our best to accommodate requests.
Currently COVID-19 protocols are still in place. Please use hand sanitizer, wear masks, and only 2 people in the office at a time.

Hours: noon-3pm
Days open: Tuesday and Thursday
Staff: Mary Desjarlais
Location: SMLCS office
4925 46th ST Red Deer
Phone: 403 346 9794
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HIV Virtual Press Conference & CAAN Job Listings

1/26/2021

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Hi everyone, so we have two major updates today. first is an HIV research virtual press conference. For anyone wanting to attetned just fallow the link:
https://mailchi.mp/iasociety/hivr4p-opening-press-conference-invitation?e=89c7f9878a
 
Second, we have another set of job offers for those interested in working with one of our partners CAAN (Canadian Aboriginal Aids Network)
 
Two-Spirit Community Engagement Coordinators
The Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance (W2SA) is hiring two (2) dynamic and forward-thinking Indigenous/Two-Spirit community engagement coordinators to be a part of our W2SA team. The coordinators will collaborate with the Executive Director to meet the goals of the W2SA in the region.  See more information about the position on the W2SA website at http://w2sa.ca/
 
Two-Spirit Community Engagement Coordinators Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance
Position: Two (2) Community Engagement Coordinators
Project: Wabanaki Two-Spirit Alliance (W2SA)
Location: Atlantic Region (1 position in NB - PEI and 1 position in NL)
Note: This position will work remotely until virtual operations end; therefore, a reliable internet connection is required.)
Contract: 0.5 FTE position; 40 hours bi-weekly with an anticipated start date of February 2021 and end date of March 31, 2022, with a possibility for renewal. Dates are subject to change. A three- month probationary period will be in effect. This position may be increased to a full-time position by mutual agreement once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted.
Salary: Salary commensurate with experience (range is $20,000-25,000 plus benefits)
Deadline: Applications will be reviewed until the positions are filled.
 
Contact information is in the attached images and on the website link!
 
 

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Upcoming Webinars and events!

1/24/2021

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Hi everyone, we have some upcoming webinars and online events we thought you mind be interested in as well as a job posting from CAITE. While CAITE’s main office is in Toronto the position is remote so as long as you can make the working commitments and meet the requirements you should still be a valid candidate wherever you live.
 
WEBINAR
Syphilis: Key Populations in Canada
Thursday, February 4th 2021, 1-2 PM EST
Several key populations have been disproportionately affected during the syphilis epidemic in Canada in recent years. The Public Health Agency of Canada recently released an in-depth look at syphilis in Canada in the past decade in a report titled Syphilis in Canada: Technical report on epidemiological trends, determinants and interventions. This webinar will present an overview of a few key populations examined in the report, namely the indigenous population, gbMSM, pregnant women, people who use drugs, and people living with HIV. The aim of this webinar is to provide updated information to organizations interacting with these key populations on their respective background information, epidemiological trends, and interventions.
 
To attend the webinar you need to follow these three steps:
1.    STEP ONE
 Register in advance by following the link below:  https://ca01web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VOeEawKmRU2jEoNZQHok4g   

Event password: FEB04
 
2.    STEP TWO:
You will receive an email confirmation with a personalised link for you to join the webinar. Save that email until the day of the webinar.

3.    STEP THREE:
On the day of the webinar, click the link on the confirmation email to watch the webinar. It will take you to the zoom.us site. Click “join from your browser”.
 
You will need internet connection to participate in Zoom webinars through the web-based interface. You may also join audio by phone for the English presentation. Please note: French interpretation is not available by phone at this time. To hear the French interpretation audio you will need to join Zoom via the web-based interface and select computer audio.
 
INHSU Prisons: Speed-geeking event
https://ashm.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJclcO2spjIuG9Br5nOzHssRkS-AkImGfUVY
 
What is speed-geeking?
‘Speed-Geeking’ is a fun, interactive activity where you will get a snapshot on a range of topics from across the globe. You will be placed into a breakout room with 8-10 other attendees, where you will hear a range of short talks from our ‘geeks’, who are global experts in their field. There will also be some time for a short discussion with your ‘geek’ before they move on to the next breakout room. It’s a similar premise to speed-dating – hence the name!

Topics and speakers:
Running a national corrections hepatitis network
Mandy Altman, Director, National Hepatitis Corrections Network, United States

Peer-based education in New Mexico prisons
Daniel Rowan, Program Manager, The Next Mexico Peer Education Project, ECHO Institute United States

Implementing a point-of-care "one stop shop" in prisons
Yumi Sheehan, Project Officer/Coordinator, Kirby Institute/National Prisons Hepatitis Network, UNSW Sydney, Australia

Implementing transitional care coordination services for HCV: Lessons learned from HIV
Alison Jordan, Social Worker, ACOJA Consulting, United States

Designing research studies: Integrating people with lived experience of incarceration
Sofia Bartlett, Postdoctoral Research Fellow, BC Centre for Disease Control, Canada

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October 01st, 2019

10/1/2019

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A Special Thanks To Our Funders

9/9/2019

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We at SMLCS would like to offer a special thanks and acknowledgment to our funders by doing a dedicated post to inform you all of the programs and who is finding them. more detailed information about the programs is available in the programing tab.


Lohn Foundation-  Night out Survival at Risk Youth
The Night Out Survival kits are a personal favorite of mine, these little kits have everything you need to ensure a randomly safe night out


We're Funny that Way- Two Spirits Renewal Project
The Two Spirits Renewal project is somthing i feel is very special for the services it offers. as we all know LGBTQS2 Youth are at increased risk of depression, Isolation, suicide, and similar mental health issues. This program provides a safe place for these youth to learn Wise Practices in dealing with these issues, as well as provide additional education on safe sex practices, and information on LGBTQS2 issues and terms.

Audrey S. Hellyer Foundation - LGBTQ Supports
as you know, Shining Mountains offers a lot of support to the LGBTQ community, it is thanks to the Audrey S. Hellyer Foundation that we are able to offer as many of the supports as we offer

Pride and Remembrance Foundation


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Naloxone Training

3/26/2019

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Hello everyone, Shining Mountains will be providing Naloxone training to those interested in it on the 15th of April at 10:00AM

Naloxone is the overdose prevention drug administered to a person experiencing a drug overdose, it is designed to lower overdose fatalities

if you are interested in attending and receiving this training please contact our program manager at programmanager@smlcs.ca
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AGM

11/27/2018

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SHINING MOUNTAINS LIVING COMMUNITY SERVICES
 
23rd ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
 
DATE:            December 21, 2018
 
PLACE:          Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, Calgary Alberta
 
TIME:             7 pm
 
 
SMLCS Board Members, Staff and guests   Please confirm attendance prior to December 7th, 2018 by calling 403-346-9794
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46st Construction

9/5/2018

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Hello everyone, currently the 46st access to our office is closed as the city of Red Deer is doing construction work along that street. We would like to advise everyone we are still open our regular business hours, please park at the safe way along 45th street and use the alleyway access to reach us, we apologize profusely for this inconvenience, we have been told that work should be done by November 5.
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DRUM 2 Job Posting

7/12/2018

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Shining Mountains Living Community Services
 
 
Title: DRUM 2 Métis Community Coordinator
Status: Part-Time 20 hours/week
Deadline: Please submit cover letter and resume or CV by: August 18, 2018
 
Overview:
DRUM 2 will provide an opportunity for First Nation and Métis communities in Alberta to collaborate with and support each other as they work to provide improved HIV, Hep C and other STBBI prevention and care services within a shared care model approach. Under the guidance of an Elders Council and with the support of Community Research Assistants from the DRUM 1 project, we will study how programs are developed, adapted, implemented, and whether they meet their implementation goals (e.g., do they reach who they are supposed to? Are they delivered in the way that was planned? Do they continue?). DRUM 2 also provides the opportunity to learn by comparing different community approaches for shared care, including communities who follow the DRUM process, and also other communities who have developed their own shared care models. Working together, we will develop online “toolkits” for Indigenous communities to enable them to develop or enhance and assess their provision of STBBI services using a shared care model. We have received approval for five years of funding from CIHR through an HIV Implementation Science Component 2 (Implementation) grant to do this work. The grant will run from January 2018 to December 2022.
 
DRUM is a partnership between the Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network (CAAN), First Nations Inuit Health Branch (FNIHB), the Mental Health Commission of Canada, participating communities that include Sucker Creek First Nation, Driftpile Cree Nation, Tallcree First Nation, Stoney Nation, Blood Tribe and the Métis Nation of Alberta through Shining Mountains Living Community Services, people with lived experience, Elders, clinicians, researchers and service providers. The research is administered by the University of Victoria.
 
Responsibilities: The DRUM 2 Métis Coordinator will report directly to the Executive Director, Raye St. Denys. The overall project guidance will come from the DRUM 2 Coordinator, Carrielynn Lund.
 
The DRUM 2 Métis Community Coordinator will be responsible for:
  • Building and maintaining relationships with partnering MNA regions/communities
  • Building and maintaining partnerships with Alberta Health Services, specifically with the Partner Notification Nurses and Primary Care Networks.
  • Assisting with capacity building opportunities in the regions/communities
  • Supporting the implementation assessment and evaluation of DRUM activities
  • Engaging in DRUM 2-related communication between Shining Mountains living community services and the MNA regions/communities
  • Writing regular reports
 
This DRUM 2 Metis Coordinator position is designated for a candidate who identifies as Métis, with preference given to a Métis person living with HIV/HepC.
Qualifications
  • Proven experience in and knowledge of conducting health-related coordination in Métis communities
  • A university degree is an asset but not required.
  • Applicants can have a combination of life experience as well as coordinator experience
  • Knowledge of Métis Culture
 
Skills
  • Excellent writing skills
  • Excellent communication and computer skills (MS Office, email)
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Self-directed with an ability to work in a collaborative team environment
  • Knowledge of the Indigenous HIV/AIDS epidemic, Hepatitis C and STBBI high rates in Canada and related social and health concerns
 
  • Experience and/or knowledge of HIV/AIDS, HepC, STBBI research, prevention, care, treatment and support
  • Knowledge of basic assessment and evaluation approaches
  • Good problem-solving skills
  • Ability to speak Michif and/or another Indigenous language of the Alberta First Nations is an asset
 
Abilities
  •  Perform public speaking at related conferences and meetings
  •  Ability to teach and provide community support
  •  Excellent verbal and written communication including the ability to apply open-minded attitudes and communication toward all individuals
  •  Excellent relationship building and conflict resolution skills with an ability to interact and work effectively with community, political bodies and service organizations
  •  Demonstrated ability to work as a team and independently
  •  Demonstrate an ability to learn and be self-directed
  • Apply open-minded attitudes/respect toward individuals from varying walks of life (Injecting Drug Users, 2-Spirited people (Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual/Trans-gender), Sex Trade Workers, Street-Involved people, etc.
 
Working Conditions
The Community Research Assistants will work in an office environment in Red Deer.
Applicants must be ready, willing and able to travel evenings and weekends, as required.
 
Interested applicants should send a current resume/CV with a cover letter detailing their relevant educational and work skills and experiences for this position.
 
Please forward applications to the Executive Director no later than August 18th, 2018
 
Raye St. Denys – rayestdenys@gmail.com
 
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