We are a community-based, not-for-profit organization that provides services, opportunities and programs to improve the lives and empower people living with, affected by or at risk of HIV, AIDS, and Hepatitis C in Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario.

Elevate NWO is Northwestern Ontario’s leading source for confidential HIV/AIDS/ Hepatitis C (HCV) and Harm Reduction education, prevention, advocacy and support. Formed in 1985 as AIDS Thunder Bay and renamed later as Elevate NWO, we raise awareness of discrimination and stigmatization related to HIV and Hepatitis C, while responding proactively to the emergence of these viruses and other STBBIs in our region. Elevate NWO develops programs and services that respond to the changing needs of the communities we serve. We deliver a full range of harm reduction services including onsite needle/syringe program, naloxone training and distribution, outreach and peer programming to support the needs of people most affected by drug use, or at risk of drug poisoning/overdose, and homeless encampment supports. Elevate NWO also offers on on-site Clinical Care services including testing, treatment, case management and personal support. We’re leaders in making our community a more inclusive, caring place to live. As a reflection of our mandate, our dedicated employees provide support services without judgment to people at risk of, living with, or affected by HIV and Hepatitis C.