Mental health and addictions in Nanaimo, British Columbia
Nanaimo Overdose Prevention Site
Offered by Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
In short
Overdose prevention sites are locations where people can use illegal drugs under supervision by trained staff.
- Hours
- 11:00-9:00pm, 7 days a week
- Who it is for
- Youth, Adults; Youth, Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Knowing where to go, Help with my mental health, Making my own choices, A fresh start
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- 250 Albert Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2V6
- How to reach
- Contact through Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch: (250) 244-4042 · Website
- Last verified
- , by the organization
About this service
Overdose prevention sites are locations where people can use illegal drugs under supervision by trained staff. As part of health care service staff in these locations monitor people who are at risk of overdose and provide rapid intervention if necessary.
Overdose Prevention Services are allowed under special Ministerial Order (Ministerial Order M488) under the Emergency Services Act. Supervised Consumption Services are approved by Health Canada for exemption under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
Open to tenants, guests, and community members. A safe place to use. Pick up harm reduction kits and supplies; get Naloxone kits.
When is it open?
Nanaimo Overdose Prevention Site is open 11:00-9:00pm, 7 days a week.
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 244-4042, or use the website.
- Phone
- (250) 244-4042
- Website
- https://www.cmhamidisland.ca/ops
Listed in Nanaimo, British Columbia.
250 Albert Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2V6
250 Albert Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2V6Nanaimo, British Columbia
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