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Programs and services

Hepatitis C Virus Care

This innovative, community-based, and client-centred collaborative care model offers liver wellness education, as well as Hepatitis C (Hep C) testing and treatment, for individuals living with or at risk of acquiring a Hep C infection. The program focuses on accessible, supportive care to promote liver health and improve overall well-being.

Program details

Program categories

Chronic disease support

Mental health support

Social connections

Substance use care

Program format

In-person, Virtually

Registration requirements

Preregister, Drop in, Referral, Self-referral

Location

Partner sites

South Riverdale CHC, 955 Queen St East

Organization contact

Katie Connolly
[email protected]
647-627-5287

Rohan Mohindra
[email protected]
437-213-7175

Cost

No cost

Language

English

Translation services available

Who we work with

We support individuals who have faced barriers to accessing mainstream healthcare. Many of our clients are low income or experiencing homelessness and have current or past lived experience with substance use. These experiences often involve navigating stigma, discrimination, and structural oppression that can lead to shame and blame around Hepatitis C. Our team works within a harm reduction framework and uses a peer support model to ensure care is respectful, supportive, and empowering.

Get Tested and Treated for Hep C

Referral information

We accept referrals from individual providers, community agencies, and clients themselves.

Referral Form

Language support

Services are available in multiple languages with the support of a professional translation service. Please contact us if you require interpretation for your visit.

Our Partners:

Toronto Community Hepatitis C program at Toronto Community Housing

Providing TCHC tenants with treatment, compassion, and support.

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Program FAQ

Who should get tested for Hep C?
Anyone who has ever used drugs (even once), had unregulated tattoos or piercings, was born between 1945–1975, or received a blood transfusion before 1992 should get tested.
Is the testing free and confidential?
Yes. Testing is free, confidential, and often available without a health card or referral.
Do I need a health card or ID to get services?
Our program is low-barrier. You do not need a health card or ID to access testing, support, or treatment.

We will ask for your health card at every visit. We welcome everyone though, so even if you don’t have a health card we can help.

If you do not have a health card, but you are eligible for one, our social services team can help you apply.

If you do not have a health card, and are not eligible, don’t worry. Most of our services are still available to you.
What happens if I test positive?
If your test comes back positive, our team will walk you through the next steps, including further testing and starting treatment. We’ll support you the whole way.
How long does Hep C treatment take?
Most people complete treatment in 8–12 weeks and are cured of the virus.
Can I get reinfected after being cured?
Yes. Unlike some viruses, you can get Hep C again if you’re exposed. That’s why ongoing harm reduction support is so important.
What support do you offer beyond testing and treatment?
We provide harm reduction supplies, peer support, education, help with housing and income supports, and referrals to other health and social services.

What people are saying

After 15 years of trying to get Hep C treatment, and being judged and stigmatized, I found a program that didn’t judge me. The Hep C nurse used 10 cent words, not one hundred dollars words, to help me understand. She used a harm reduction approach and treated me with dignity and respect – that’s what got me into it.

Featured resources

Toronto Community Hep C Program Referral Form

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