National Resources
National Overdose Response Service (NORS)
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1-888-688-6677
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This is a number individuals can call when using opioids. It is anonymous. A person will stay on the line and call a designated person or emergency services if the individual who is using experiences an overdose.
Brave App
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This app provides overdose prevention so individuals do not have to use alone.
Toward The Heart
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A great resource for information on naloxone, opioids and other substances.
Ontario Resources
Breakaway Community Services
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416-537-9346
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Breakaway Community Services is a substance use support and treatment agency. It provides housing, support for grief, loss, and wellness, as well as an opiate support team and opioid treatment.
Breaking Free Online
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Breaking Free Online is an OHIP rehabilitation program that is free to access for residents in Ontario. It provides recovery support 24-7 and it is completely confidential.
Eva's Satellite
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416-229-1874
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Eva’s satellite is part of Eva’s initiatives which provides shelter, housing, and well-being programs to help at-risk youth.
Naloxone Kit Locations
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This is a map that displays where individuals can obtain free naloxone kits.
Newfoundland & Labrador Resources
811
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811
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Speak to a registered nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They can help direct to resources to suit your health care needs including mental health and addiction services.
Bridge the Gapp
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An inclusive, online resource for youth, to provide support for mental wellness.
NL Opioid Dependence Treatment Line
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1-844-752-3588
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This line is for individuals looking for support for their opioid use, as well as family members and health care professionals.
SWAP
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757-SWAP (7927)
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Safe Works Access Program. Provides free and confidential services which include: injection supplies, inhalation supplies, needle disposal, naloxone kits and training, fentanyl test strips and more harm reduction supplies.
Naloxone Kit Locations
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A list of locations where individuals can obtain a naloxone kit, free of charge.
British Columbia Resources
BC Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Services
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1-800-663-1441 – Toll-free anywhere in BC. Available 24 hour a day
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Alcohol & Drug Information Referral Service (ADIRS) provides free, confidential information and referral services to British Columbians in need of support with any kind of substance use issue (including alcohol or other drugs). Information available from ADIRS includes prevention resources, support groups, and addiction-related topics such as fetal alcohol syndrome.
Health Link BC
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811
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8-1-1 is a free-of-charge provincial health information and advice phone line available in British Columbia. By calling 8-1-1, you can speak to a health service navigator, who can help you find health information and services; or connect you directly with a registered nurse, a registered dietitian, a qualified exercise professional, or a pharmacist.
Recovery Services Government Website
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Recovery services and treatment support links
Life Guard App
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This app was created for use within British Columbia. The app is activated by the user before they take their dose. After 50 seconds the app will sound an alarm. If the user doesn’t hit a button to stop the alarm, indicating they are fine, the alarm grows louder. After 75 seconds a text-to-voice call will go straight to 9-1-1, alerting emergency medical dispatchers of a potential overdose.
BC211 – 211
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211 is a free and confidential service that connects people to helpful and vital resources in their communities. They provide information and referral to a broad range of community, government, and social services that assist with: basic needs such as food and shelter, mental health and addictions support, legal and financial assistance, support for seniors and more
BC Mental Health and Substance Use Services
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Wellbeing.gov.bc.ca is a website from within the province of BC that acts as a search engine specifically for mental health and substance use resources.
