Drug Prevention Community Investment Program was established in 1990 by the City of Toronto to prevent drug use and reduce drug-related harm. The program, under the direction of the Board of Health is subject to City Council's annual budget approval.
Drug Prevention Community Investment Program (DPCIP) application cycle begins each year in November with an invitation to local community groups to learn about and apply for funding. Non-profit organizations servicing the City of Toronto are invited to submit an application outlining their proposed drug prevention or harm reduction project. Through a comprehensive review by Toronto Public Health staff and an appointed Community Review Panel, recommendations for grant approval and funding are brought forth to the Board of Health and Toronto City Council for approval in June.
Drug Prevention Community Investment Program's projects utilize a variety of strategies and approaches to address the issue of illicit drug use in the community. Previously funded projects include after-school drop-ins, skill-building workshops, theatre productions, and harm reduction outreach. The project cycle typically begins in July and ends in June. Submissions of reports and compliance with City of Toronto Non-discrimination Policies are part of the conditions for funding.
