Addiction Treatment Support
Compassionate, confidential pharmacy services supporting recovery from opioid and alcohol dependency. Located in St. Boniface, across from St. Boniface Hospital.
Pharmacy Services for Recovery
Pharmacy services to support the recovery journey. All medications require a valid prescription from a licensed prescriber.
Opioid Agonist Therapy
Pharmacy services for patients enrolled in Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) through the Manitoba Opioid Support and Treatment (MOST) program. A valid prescription from an authorized prescriber is required.
Supervised Daily Dispensing
Directly observed dispensing during pharmacy hours, coordinated with the prescriber and the patient's care team. Daily visits support consistent, safe medication management.
Take-Home Dosing Support
For patients whose prescriber has approved take-home doses, we coordinate packaging and pick-up schedules that reduce daily pharmacy visits while preserving safety checks.
Compounded Disulfiram
Custom compounded disulfiram 250mg capsules for alcohol dependency treatment. Prescribed as part of a broader recovery plan with your physician and counseling team.
Naltrexone Tablets
Naltrexone 50mg tablets for alcohol dependency. Naltrexone reduces the rewarding effects of alcohol and cravings, supporting long-term recovery when paired with counseling.
Confidential, Judgment-Free Care
Private consultation space and a team that treats recovery as the serious medical work it is. Your information is protected under Manitoba's Personal Health Information Act (PHIA).
Your Care Team
Recovery works because several people do their part. Here's who does what — and where we fit.
Your prescriber
The physician or nurse practitioner who writes the prescription, adjusts doses, and manages the clinical plan. Most prescribers in Manitoba work with the MOST program.
Your pharmacist
We dispense, supervise daily administration, coordinate with the prescriber, answer medication questions, and flag concerns. We do not prescribe — we work alongside the prescriber.
Your counselor
Through AFM or a community program, counselors support the non-medical side of recovery — triggers, relapse prevention, life rebuilding. The pharmacy doesn't replace this work.
Family & support people
With written PHIA consent from the patient, we can speak with a family member or caregiver helping manage the plan. Without consent, we legally cannot — the section below covers what you can and cannot ask.
What to Expect on Your First Visit
For the family member doing the legwork — here's how to prepare so the first visit goes smoothly.
Call ahead — or walk in
A quick call lets us have the file ready and tell you when the pharmacist is free for a private conversation. Walk-ins are welcome too, especially for a first visit.
Bring these items
The prescription (paper, or faxed directly by the prescriber). Manitoba Health card. A list of any current medications. The name and phone number of the prescriber and case manager or counselor, if there is one.
Expect a private consultation
The first visit includes a conversation with the pharmacist — medication review, how daily dispensing will work, questions. This happens in a private consultation space, not at the front counter.
Agree on a daily rhythm
For supervised daily dispensing, we set a visit time that fits the patient's work, school, or care schedule. Consistency is part of how this works — we build the schedule around real life.
Compassionate, Confidential Care
Recovery is a journey, and we are here to support the patient and the people around them every step of the way. Our pharmacists provide compassionate, confidential care in a judgment-free environment. We understand the challenges of dependency and are committed to helping the whole support system succeed.
We work closely with prescribing physicians, addiction counselors, and the Manitoba Opioid Support and Treatment (MOST) program through the Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) to provide coordinated, comprehensive care. We treat recovery the way we treat any other prescription — carefully, privately, and without judgment.
Our practice operates under two overlapping authorities: Manitoba's Personal Health Information Act (PHIA) and the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) Standards of Practice. Together they define the confidentiality and professional conduct we're held to.
Important: Taché Pharmacy does not have physicians on staff. A valid prescription from a licensed prescriber is required for all addiction treatment medications. If you need help finding a prescribing physician, we can point you to the right AFM intake.
What You Can Ask, What We Can Share
Two authorities shape what a pharmacy can and cannot tell a family member: Manitoba's Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), and the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) Standards of Practice. Here's how it actually works in practice.
Can I call and ask if they picked up their prescription?
Not without written consent on file. Under Manitoba's Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), we cannot confirm whether someone is our patient, what they are prescribed, or whether they've been in. The patient can sign a PHIA consent naming you as a trusted contact — then we can.
Can I drop off a prescription for them?
Yes. Dropping off a paper prescription is fine. We may not be able to discuss the prescription with you, but we can accept it and process it for the patient.
Can I come with them to the first appointment?
Yes, if the patient wants you there. We work in the private consultation space. Having a family member present is often helpful for the first visit — especially for taking notes and remembering instructions.
How do I get added as a trusted contact?
The patient fills out a PHIA consent form with us, naming you (or anyone) as a person we are permitted to discuss their care with. Ask at the counter on the first visit and we will walk you through it.
What if the patient is a minor?
Rules differ for minors and depend on the situation. The pharmacist will explain how it applies. In most cases a parent or legal guardian is involved in communication and care.
What if they're not ready to come in?
That's common, and it's outside what a pharmacy can solve directly. The Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM) has trained intake workers whose job is exactly this — helping families get a reluctant person toward treatment. Call AFM intake at 1-855-662-6605, or visit afm.mb.ca.
Getting Help in Manitoba
Programs, crisis lines, and community resources for patients and families taking the first — or next — step.
Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM)
Addiction treatment services including the MOST program, counseling, residential treatment, and community-based support.
Visit afm.mb.caMOST Program
The Manitoba Opioid Support and Treatment program provides access to Opioid Agonist Therapy and connects patients with prescribers, counselors, and participating pharmacies.
Learn about MOST24/7 Crisis & Support Lines
Manitoba Suicide Prevention & Support Line
1-877-435-717024/7 province-wide suicide prevention support.
Keep pharmacy communication easier to follow
- Keep pharmacy messages in one place
- Set reminders for regular medications
- Follow pickup updates where applicable
- Send service questions to the pharmacy
Ready to take the next step?
Our pharmacists are here to support recovery in a confidential, judgment-free environment. Call us to learn more about our addiction treatment services.