HIV
HIV care is a relationship, not a transaction.
At Elevate, we walk alongside you with compassion, respect, and long-term support—whether you’re seeking prevention, testing, treatment, or just someone to talk to.
We are here for all parts of the HIV journey: from preventing infection, to getting tested, to living well with HIV.
HIV Prevention: Is PrEP Right for You?
HIV is spread through body fluids like blood, semen, and breast milk. Prevention means stopping HIV from gaining a foothold in your body—and today, there are more options than ever to do that.
Here’s how you can prevent HIV:
- Use new drug use equipment every time
- Use condoms during all sexual activity
- In some cases formula feeding infants is recommended however, with consistent antiretroviral therapy (ART) and a suppressed viral load, breastfeeding (or chest feeding) carries a very low risk
A Powerful New Prevention Tool: PrEP
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medication that prevents HIV infection. When taken as prescribed, it is 99% effective.
At Elevate, we now offer injectable PrEP—administered every 4 weeks or monthly, with longer-lasting options coming soon.
Want to learn more? Book an appointment with our Clinical Care Team to see if PrEP is right for you.
HIV Testing: Know Your Status
Testing is care. Knowing your HIV status is an essential part of managing your health.
When and Where:
- Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 2 PM
- Walk-in testing is available—free, confidential, and first-come-first-served.
- Prefer a set time? Appointments can be made through the Clinical Care Team.
Everyone should get tested at least once a year, but depending on your life experiences, more frequent testing might be best for you.
Living Well With HIV: Support and Treatment
Today’s HIV treatments are more effective and easier to manage than ever before. Many people take just one pill a day—or choose long-acting injectable treatment every few weeks.
At Elevate, we offer:
- Rapid intake appointments with our Link to Care Coordinators
- Comprehensive treatment planning with nurses and nurse practitioners
- Support through every step: blood work, medication, case management, referrals, and long-term counselling
Most people start treatment within days of their intake, and we’re with you for the long haul.
What is U=U?
Undetectable = Untransmittable. When HIV medication is working, it reduces the virus in the body to an undetectable level. That means, People with an undetectable viral load CANNOT sexually transmit HIV. This is called U=U, and it’s a powerful truth backed by science and embraced by communities around the world.
