Order an HIV test. Do it at home. Get your results.

GetaKit by MAX Ottawa is a study that offers mail-out delivery of free HIV self-test kits in Ottawa and surrounding regions and most of Ontario. You’re eligible if you are:

  • 16 or older
  • HIV negative, or unsure of your status
  • Not enrolled in an HIV vaccine trial
  • Not diagnosed with a bleeding disorder

If you have symptoms of HIV, or if one of your partners has been recently diagnosed with HIV, or if you think you need PEP, there may be better resources.

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Who is GetaKit?

GetaKit is co-led by the University of Ottawa and the OHTN, in collaboration with the AIDS Committee of Ottawa, MAX Ottawa, and Ottawa Public Health.

What’s involved?

Step 1

Register online

Step 2

Order your HIV test

Step 3

Do it at home

Step 4

Get your result

But what about my results?

This program takes on a status-neutral approach.

This means you’ll be connected to support whether your results are positive or negative. You will be contacted directly and given treatment for positive HIV test results.

I have questions.

For inquiries and concerns, please contact us here.

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We gratefully acknowledge the support of our partners