The Province is looking to protect students from the risks of toxic-drug related poisonings.
B.C.’s Post Secondary Overdoes Prevention and Response Steering Committee has developed new guidelines to support post-secondary institutions to better protect students from the toxic-drug crisis.
Minister of Mental Health and Addictions Jennifer Whiteside said they are preparing students to keep themselves and their peers safe.
“The toxic-drug crisis continues to have a devastating impact on families and communities in B.C., and the impact on students has been heartbreaking.”
Some of the guidelines include take-home naloxone kits, drug checking services, and ensuring students can call first responders without any academic repercussions.
Campus security will also receive training recommendations, as will other campus staff and faculty.
Supplies will be in student residences, social venues, and other campus areas.
Further guidelines are being developed by the steering committee to support training and information related to the toxic-drug crisis.
