BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services

Provides specialized treatment for people in BC with severe mental health and substance use/addiction issues, people in custody, and people who have been referred by the courts for assessment and treatment. Individuals are referred to the service by health care professionals when they require more specialized treatment than that which is available in their community. Does not offer psychiatrist referrals or walk-in appointments. Also provides provincial leadership for system-wide improvement through health promotion and illness prevention; knowledge exchange; and research and academic teaching. Part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).