Northern Health & First Nations Health Authority
Health Alert
There has been an increase in overdose events in the community of Prince George with people reporting heavy and prolonged sedation and requiring more naloxone to reverse. Overdoses are happening when the substance is smoked and/or injected.
Be cautious when using substances and follow the safety tips below:
- Get training to prevent, recognize, and respond to an overdose; carry naloxone.
- Don't use alone, make a plan and use with a trusted person who can call for help if needed.
- If you plan to use alone, use the Lifeguard app available free on the app store or on Toward the Heart website or call NORS (National Overdose Response Service) 1-888-688-6677 (NORS).
- Know your tolerance. If you are sick or had a time of abstinence or reduced use, use much less.
- Don't mix drugs or mix drugs with alcohol.
- Test a small amount first, start low and go slow.
- Use in an OPS if possible (see Prince George locations listed below).
- Access fentanyl drug checking where available (OPS sites).
- Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number right away if someone overdoses.
Local Overdose Prevention Sites (OPS)
- Prince George Needle Exchange
Address: 277 George St, Prince George, BC, V2L 1R1
Phone: 250-645-3810
Monday to Sunday, 8:15 am to 12 pm, and 1:15 pm to 6:30 pm (OPS until 6:30 pm)
Nursing services: Monday to Sunday, 8:15 am to 12 pm, with open clinic hours from 1:15 pm to 6:30 pm - Mobile harm reduction supplies (The wellness or outreach truck)
Monday to Sunday, 7 pm to 11 pm - Two Doors Down
Address: 1126 3rd Ave, Prince George, BC
Tuesday to Saturday, 8 am to 1 pm; Tuesday to Friday, 5 pm to 9 pm (Sample drop off available during OPS hours)
Drug checking available: Tuesday to Saturday, 12 pm to 4 pm
Alert expires: October 1, 2025