Positive Living Niagara

Positive Living Niagara To create an adaptive community that accepts and supports those affected by HIV, HCV and STBBIs.

We are a community-based organization made up of dedicated and caring staff and volunteers committed to providing support, education and advocacy in a safe and confidential environment to all who are affected by HIV and AIDS. We provide innovative and proactive approaches to education, a harm-reduction model of prevention and a person-centered focus on support strategies for those affected by HIV.

kinda chic... knowledge looks good on everyone—so know your status, protect your health, and stay informed✨HIV doesn’t d...
09/01/2026

kinda chic... knowledge looks good on everyone—so know your status, protect your health, and stay informed✨

HIV doesn’t define a person, and stigma shouldn’t define the conversation.

Rain or shine, our community showed up today with so much heart💜A massive thank you to everyone who joined us for our In...
08/31/2026

Rain or shine, our community showed up today with so much heart💜

A massive thank you to everyone who joined us for our International Overdose Awareness Day Community BBQ! Despite the unpredictable weather, your presence and warm smiles made today truly special.

Together, we remembered the loved ones we’ve lost, supported those carrying grief, and took meaningful steps toward ending overdose stigma in Niagara.

Special thanks to our incredible staff and dedicated volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make today possible!

Let’s keep looking out for one another and keeping these vital conversations going every single day.

Compassion in action! We are proud to be part of a community who shows up every day to help build a safer, more inclusiv...
08/31/2026

Compassion in action! We are proud to be part of a community who shows up every day to help build a safer, more inclusive, judgment and stigma-free community for all!

Harm reduction saves lives💜Lifesaving support is right around the corner in our downtown core.Keep an eye out for our ne...
08/31/2026

Harm reduction saves lives💜

Lifesaving support is right around the corner in our downtown core.

Keep an eye out for our new "Naloxone On Site" stickers in local store windows! Seeing this decal means that business carries Naloxone and is prepared to step up if someone is experiencing a potential overdose nearby.

✨Seconds Save Lives—clear signage means faster access to emergency support when it matters most.
✨Community Care in Action—our local businesses are leading with compassion to protect all members of our community.
✨Ending Stigma—normalizing Naloxone access creates a safer, more supportive downtown for everyone.

🏪 Downtown Business Owners:
Ready to display a sticker in your front window or need Naloxone kit training for your team? Connect with the Welcoming Streets Initiative Monday–Friday, 9 AM–4 PM! Send us a DM or contact our team directly to get involved.

08/31/2026

Today, we remember the people lost to overdose, hold space for everyone who carries that grief, and stand beside those whose lives have been affected.

Overdose is preventable. Compassion saves lives. Naloxone saves lives. Ending stigma saves lives.

On International Overdose Awareness Day, let’s turn remembrance into action: learn the signs of an overdose, carry naloxone, use respectful language, and support harm-reduction services in our communities.

International Overdose Awareness Day

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day💜25 years on, awareness and action are still desperately needed. Today, we ...
08/31/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day💜

25 years on, awareness and action are still desperately needed. Today, we remember the lives lost to the toxic drug supply, support the families and loved ones carrying immense grief, and honour the front-line workers and community members who work tirelessly to save lives every day.

Every single overdose represents someone's parent, child, friend, neighbor, or colleague—and every single life mattered.

Join Us Today for Our Community BBQ🌧️☀️

We are bringing our community together to connect, remember, and support one another. Rain or shine, our BBQ is happening today!

📍 Location: Positive Living Niagara
⏰ Time: Starting at 1:00 PM

Let's stand together, drop the judgment, and keep our community safe.

7 Truths About Harm Reduction Worth Saying Out Loud 📣Some things about harm reduction make people uncomfortable. That’s ...
08/28/2026

7 Truths About Harm Reduction Worth Saying Out Loud 📣

Some things about harm reduction make people uncomfortable. That’s okay. Public health isn’t about protecting our comfort—it’s about using evidence, compassion, and practical strategies to keep people alive and healthier💜

Harm reduction is grounded in public health data, human dignity, and real-world results. Swipe through the carousel to read 7 truths worth saying out loud:

1️⃣ People who use drugs save lives. They are often the first to respond during an overdose, and peer response is a vital component of emergency care.
2️⃣ Naloxone does not increase drug use. Evidence consistently shows that take-home naloxone saves lives without increasing substance use.
3️⃣ Substance use doesn't determine worth. People who use drugs are parents, workers, neighbors, and loved ones.
4️⃣ Harm reduction & recovery work together. Keeping someone alive and connected to care opens doors for future support.
5️⃣ No one is disposable. Every person lost to the toxic drug supply had value long before an overdose became part of their story.
6️⃣ Stigma is dangerous. It forces people to use alone and prevents them from reaching out for healthcare.
7️⃣ Keeping someone alive is a legitimate outcome. Success isn't always linear—sometimes success is simply making it through another day.

Keeping people alive is not enabling. Meeting people where they are is public health in action.

💬 Which slide resonated most with you? Drop a 💜 in the comments to help break the stigma.

Purple Heart Memorial | International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) 💜 Every heart represents a life that mattered. As pa...
08/28/2026

Purple Heart Memorial | International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) 💜

Every heart represents a life that mattered. As part of IOAD, we are creating the Purple Heart Memorial—a simple yet powerful way to remember, honour, and raise awareness across our community.

Join us for our Community Launch Event🫂
📍Niagara Falls Public Library (front lobby)
🗓 Friday, August 28th
🕙10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💜Display runs until September 4, 2026
👀 Look for one of our staff members at the library to add a heart to the memorial

Want to take part on your own? Placing a purple heart shows your support and reminds us that every life holds value and they deserve to be remembered.
👉 Cut out a purple heart.
👉 Write the name of someone you know who lost their life to an overdose.
👉 Place their heart on a window (at home, business, car, etc.)

Overdose doesn’t have a "look" 💙When people picture an overdose, they often imagine someone experiencing homelessness. B...
08/25/2026

Overdose doesn’t have a "look" 💙

When people picture an overdose, they often imagine someone experiencing homelessness. But that's only one part of the story.

It affects parents, students, tradespeople, healthcare workers, and neighbours. The unregulated drug supply doesn't discriminate based on background, career, or postal code—every overdose is someone's loved one.

Stigma keeps people silent, but compassion and preparation save lives. Carrying naloxone, understanding the risks, and choosing support over judgment can make the difference between a tragedy and someone making it home safely.

Reducing stigma matters.
Carrying naloxone matters.
And meeting people with compassion instead of judgment can save lives.

This , let’s challenge the stereotypes and start honest conversations.

📣 WE'RE HIRING | WOMAN'S COMMUNITY EDUCATOR (WHAI PROGRAM)We are looking for a passionate individual to join our team an...
08/21/2026

📣 WE'RE HIRING | WOMAN'S COMMUNITY EDUCATOR (WHAI PROGRAM)

We are looking for a passionate individual to join our team and help build community capacity to respond to HIV, HCV, and STBBIs among at-risk women in the Niagara region!

Guided by the Provincial Woman’s HIV/AIDS Initiative (WHAI) areas of focus, this role focuses on reducing transmission, breaking down systemic barriers, and delivering evidence-informed education throughout our community.

Working collaboratively with agency teams, healthcare providers, and local organizations, this role:
🔹 Develops and delivers woman-specific presentations on harm reduction, safer s*x, and HIV prevention
🔹 Strengthens referral pathways and care coordination across health and social service systems
🔹 Leads support and activity groups for woman-identifying clients living with HIV while challenging stigma

❗Interested in working with us!?
👉 Review the full job description at positivelivingniagara.com/ways-to-support/careers
👉 Send your resume & cover letter (or video submission) to Vanessa Fyfe at [email protected]
👉 Deadline to apply is Friday, September 4, 2026

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Positive Living Niagara strives to build an inclusive workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community in which we live. We prioritize equity and inclusion and are working to challenge structural forms of oppression including racism, colonialism, and white supremacy that sustain unjust social and racial hierarchies. We are committed to the meaningful involvement of people living with HIV or HCV; persons with living/lived experience who use drugs. Members of 2S-LGBTQIA+ communities, individuals from Indigenous, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities; African, Caribbean, Black and all ethno-cultural communities are encouraged to apply for this position. Each new hire is an opportunity to embrace new perspectives, and the team is excited to expand the agency further.

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120 Queenston Street
Saint Catharines, ON
L2R2Z3

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+19059848684

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