Overdose prevention and response

The goal of decriminalizing people who use drugs is to reduce stigma and fear of criminal prosecution that prevents people from reaching out for help, including medical assistance.

Naloxone can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Find out how it works and where it’s available.

Drug-related overdoses and deaths have become a very serious concern all across the country. Find out how to avoid and react to overdose. 

Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is contributing to the increase in opioid overdoses across B.C. Find out what it is and why it’s dangerous to all British Columbians.

Overdoses are having a ripple effect across B.C. From families to first responders, friends and loved ones, everyone has a story.

Parents can play a key part in teaching their children about substance use by talking honestly and openly about the effects of substances and giving answers they’ll understand. 

The Mobile Response Team provides support, education and training to help address the psychosocial toll of the overdose crisis.