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Ottawa paramedic leader says drug supply getting more toxic amid overdose crisis
Ottawa paramedic leader Darryl Wilton says not a day went by in 2022 that didn’t include an overdose-related call.
He says that although overdose numbers in the Ottawa area have remained steady, the drug supply has become more toxic and antidotes such as Naloxone are becoming less effective.
Wilton, the president of the Professional Paramedic Association of Ottawa, says his team is increasingly seeing benzodiazepines such as valium being used with narcotics, a mix that can require intensive care in the hospital.
The Renfrew County and District Health Unit, which serves communities just west of the city, put out an overdose alert Monday warning residents about “life-threatening” drugs circulating in the area.
The county’s acting medical officer of health says that last week, paramedics responded to four overdose calls, which is alarming for the area.
Some safe consumption sites in Ottawa say they are looking to expand their hours of operation, but they are already struggling to meet the demand for their services.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 4, 2023.
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News release from The Mustard Seed
The Mustard Seed Announces New Initiative to Replace CNOY
After parting ways with Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY), we are excited to announce Move with The Seed – our newest fundraiser for anyone who likes to move. People are encouraged to sign up for a movement-based activity to complete between March 1 and May 31, 2023, while family and friends sponsor and donate to our cause. Each participant can sign up to walk, run, bike, swim, or do any activity for a distance calculated based on the average number of kilometers a person experiencing homelessness travels per day.
“An individual who is experiencing homelessness walks an average of 20 kilometers a day. We wanted to create an opportunity that will give participants a sense of awareness about one aspect of the harsh realities some of our clients face daily while empowering them to do what they can to make an impact in the lives of our vulnerable community,” expressed Rowena Browne, Chief Development Officer at The Mustard Seed.
“We like the idea of ‘Move’ because it’s inclusive so more people can participate through their favorite sport or activity. It’s a win-win, says Browne, people can engage in a healthy activity while fundraising for a great cause!”
Move with The Seed runs March 1 through to May 31 and registration is now open.
Join the movement against poverty and homelessness, visit movewiththeseed.ca.
About The Mustard Seed:
The Mustard Seed is a Christian non-profit organization that has been caring for individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty since 1984. Operating in five cities across Alberta and BC, The Mustard Seed is a supportive haven where people can have their physical, mental, and spiritual needs met and grow toward greater health and independence. TheSeed.ca
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